Bawe Island - awarded Gold Hotel Champion Serendipians
Zanzibar, Nov 2025
We are proud to announce that Bawe Island has been awarded the prestigious Gold Hotel Champion classification by Serandipians.
Achieving this recognition in thier very first year as part of the Serandipians network makes the entire team at The Cocoon Collection especially proud.
As Zanzibar’s first true “one island, one resort”, Bawe Island sets a new standard in luxury, offering unmatched privacy and exclusivity while still allowing our guests to discover the charm and beauty of Stone Town and Zanzibar’s mainland.
This certification reflects our commitment to delivering the highest standards of luxury in an unforgettable setting. Bawe Island is a destination-defining property, raising the bar for luxury experiences in Zanzibar.
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The Cocoon Collection, represented in the UK by Travel Promoters, look forward to continuing their valued partnership with Serandipians for many years to come.
Serandipians & Takumians by Traveller Made
Launched in July 2024, Bawe Island has quickly established itself as one of the most exclusive destinations in the Indian Ocean. This recognition comes as a crowning achievement for a first year filled with many highlights and successes.
© Laura Dale
Bawe Island is a 5-star "one island, one resort", unique to the entire archipelago, located just a few minutes by boat from Zanzibar’s ancient Stone Town. With its 70 villas, all with private pools and ocean views, it represents a new concept of luxury travel that combines privacy, refined design and commitment to sustainability. The entire island is powered by solar energy, equipped with advanced desalination systems and is surrounded by the newly proclaimed and protected Changuu-Bawe marine reserve, established in collaboration with the government of Zanzibar.