The Aiyana Beach Resort, Tanzania © The Aiyana Beach Resort

The Aiyana

The luxury of authenticity

Country

Tanzania

Regions

Pemba

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À vivre

The Aiyana Resort & Spa is located on the unspoilt island of Pemba, north-west of Zanzibar, facing the clear waters of the Indian Ocean. Accessible by a 30-minute flight from Zanzibar, this resort is a discreet luxury refuge for those seeking calm, natural beauty and refinement. On the Ras Kigomasha peninsula, north of Ngezi Forest, a 1h15 drive from the airport, The Aiyana faces the ocean and was built using traditional materials by the people of Makangale, the neighbouring village.
The architecture blends local materials, minimalist style and considered design, with full respect for the environment. Lush tropical gardens, white sand beaches, sea spray and the fragrance of cloves accompany every moment.
The service is warm, almost tailor-made. The atmosphere here is that of a sensual escape far from the crowds, ideal for reconnecting with nature, savouring slowness and living each moment fully.

Layout

The Aiyana has 30 private beachfront villas, scattered through a tropical garden and opening onto the ocean.
With private entrances protected by pylons reminiscent of the temples lining the Nile, the place bears a curious resemblance to ancient Egyptian architecture.
Aiyana, in the Native American language, means “always in bloom”. And indeed, everything is arranged around the long tropical pool planted with water lilies, whose waters cascade down in tiers towards the ocean.
The lodge offers a main “Farm-to-Table” restaurant, a lounge bar for aperitifs, a beach bar, and a terrace for watching the sunset. The cuisine showcases fresh produce, seafood and local recipes in an elegant setting.
An infinity pool overlooking the sea invites relaxation. The lobby is understated and elegant, and the common areas blend pergolas, plants, white stone and wood accents. Two gift shops, a reading lounge and shaded areas around the beach complete the ensemble.

NB: The service falls short of the usual 5* standards, but it is this authenticity, this sincere simplicity and this human closeness that make the richness and charm of the place. The atmosphere here is gentle, intimate, genuine, inviting guests to take their time, disconnect and fully savour every moment.

For your children

Children of all ages are welcome. The resort offers children’s menus and gentle activities (beach games, walks, supervised care) while maintaining a calm atmosphere. Ideal for families seeking rest and comfort.

Rooms

The 8 Prestige Beach Villas (85 m2) comprise a small entrance, a furnished terrace with ocean views, a spacious bedroom with a king-size bed, and a bathroom with a large bathtub and 2 showers, one indoor and one outdoor. They can accommodate up to 2 adults and 1 child aged 2.
Free Wifi and laundry. Satellite TV, mini-bar, coffee machine, sofa, desk and dressing room.

The 18 Superior Beach Villas (110 m2) comprise a small entrance, a large living room (with sofa and TV), a furnished terrace with ocean views, a spacious bedroom with a king-size bed, and a bathroom with a large bathtub and 2 showers, one indoor and one outdoor. They can accommodate up to 2 adults and 2 children aged 2.
Free Wifi and laundry. 2 satellite TVs, mini-bar, coffee machine, 2 sofas, desk and dressing room.

The 2 Two-bedroom Ambassador Beach Villas (185 m2) have, in addition to the living room, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a private infinity pool (18 m2). They can accommodate up to 4 adults and 2 children under 12.

The Two-bedroom Presidential Beach Villa (340 m2), located at the far north of the resort, has, in addition to the living room, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a private infinity pool (30 m2) and a large private garden. 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds with mosquito nets. A butler is available to guests of the villa. It can accommodate up to 4 adults and 4 children under 12.

The Two-bedroom Royal Beach Villa (270 m2, duplex) is located at the far south of the resort. It offers private beach access. There are 2 bedrooms (one of which is upstairs) and 2 bathrooms. A third bedroom is available for a personal assistant or for 2 additional adults. It offers a private infinity pool (20 m2) and a large private garden. 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds with mosquito nets. It can accommodate up to 4 adults and 4 children under 12, plus 2 additional adults in the adjoining bedroom. A butler is available to guests of the villa.

SPA

Maji Spa offers a range of nature-inspired treatments: body massages, facials, wraps, aromatherapy. The treatment cabins are set within a zen sanctuary open to the gardens. The atmosphere is peaceful and intimate, perfect for recharging after a day at the beach or out at sea.

Activities offered

Included activities: non-motorised land and water activities, kayaking, fitness studio, children’s activities, group yoga classes, stand-up paddleboarding, snorkeling gear loan, mountain biking, beach volleyball, board games, darts, kite flying, frisbee...

Activities at extra cost: a private guided visit to a Makangale village, fishing trips, boat outings, diving (a PADI centre a few minutes from the resort), big game fishing, private cruises aboard a galawa (traditional boat), sandbank outings (breakfasts, lunches or sunset drinks), kayak exploration of the mangrove, excursions into the island’s forest, private sunrise yoga, or a starlit dinner on the beach.

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