Joining forces again with Mövenpick in exotic Zanzibar

Together with our strategic partner, Kingdom Hotel Investments (KHI), IFA Hotels & Resorts recently announced the appointment of Swiss international hotel operator Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts (Mövenpick) to manage a very special vacation destination.

Off the coast of East Africa’s Tanzania, Zanzibar - the legendary ‘Spice Island’- will soon offer the upscale Mövenpick Resort & Spa-Zanzibar.

“The appointment of Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts to manage the resort reinforces our strategy of forging strong alliances with world-class partners,” said Werner Burger. “As with all joint venture projects between IFA Hotels & Resorts and KHI, we are entrusting the management of this exotic resort to an operator with an excellent track record, and in Mövenpick, we have a perfect hospitality ally.”

Jean Gabriel Peres, President, Mövenpick, said “We are delighted to partner with IFA Hotels & Resorts in another unique project. Our companies share the common goals of providing customers the very best service and taking hospitality standards to new heights. We are confident that our expertise and commitment to excellence will combine to make Mövenpick Resort & Spa - Zanzibar one of the most sought-after destinations on the coast of East Africa.”

Sarmad Zok, CEO of Kingdom Hotel Investments said, “We are very pleased to partner with Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts once again in this joint venture. We have a strong presence in Africa, an area where we see great potential for the resurgent tourist industry.We are keen to continue to participate in the growth of quality tourism in the region, and believe the redevelopment of the Mövenpick Resort & Spa-Zanzibar represents a significant opportunity."

Set in this historically colourful and fascinating place, fringed by white beaches and amidst beautifully landscaped gardens, the project is scheduled for completion by the end of this year. 109 keys will be offered, made up of double rooms, twin rooms, single rooms and suites in Phase 1. Phase 2 will see a total of 220 keys.

Several food & beverage outlets are being constructed adjacent to the main leisure area, overlooking the main pool, poolside bar, sun deck and out across the main beach to the reef and Indian Ocean; a stunning setting for sunset dining.

Other facilities include a second large swimming pool, also with poolside bar; a dedicated pool and play area for children; leisure areas, gymnasium and first class spa facilities. The resort will have an on-site medical clinic and full time doctor, making it the only hotel on the island to offer such a wide spectrum of amenities.

One of the resort’s main attractions is the array of water sports on offer including  windsurfing, boating and fishing charters. And a fully equipped dive centre features a  decompression chamber - one of only three in Africa and the Indian Ocean.