Iberostar Opens First Tanzania Property on Zanzibar's Muyuni Beach
Iberostar Hotels & Resorts has opened Iberostar Selection Zanzibar, its first property in Tanzania and its debut in East Africa. The five-star resort, situated on Muyuni Beach with views of Mnemba Island, features 358 rooms and suites, six restaurants, a spa, dive centre, and a range of family and wellness facilities. The opening forms part of the company's €1 billion strategic investment plan through 2028, which targets new developments and the renovation of existing assets across its global portfolio.
The resort has been designed to reflect Zanzibar's African and Arabic heritage, incorporating local materials and culturally rooted guest experiences. From the outset, the property has integrated sustainability measures aligned with Iberostar's Wave of Change programme, including a on-site glass bottling plant to eliminate single-use plastic, a dedicated recycling team, and partnerships with local organisations - among them CHAKO, Zanzibar's first Fair Trade-certified social enterprise. More than 330 local employees have been trained in sustainability practices, underscoring the company's stated commitment to responsible tourism and community engagement.
Source: Iberostar
