Cabin was born from an entrepreneur’s love of travel and frustration with poor hotel options

manifesto

The ultimate luxury is a balanced body, a light heart, a sense of belonging, and excitement for the day in store. We’re building a new generation of hotels and residences – each perfectly calibrated for the true luxury of good living.

Amenities are only the start: fully-stocked gyms, serene spas, vibrant gastronomy, calm workspaces, extended stays and perfect sleep await. And each destination has a beating heart: a string of Community Studios to spark connection, serendipity, joy and a deeper bond with the culture and environment.

We’re excited to invite you to write the next chapter of life’s adventure at Cabin Anthology Zanzibar, Opening 2027.

Meet the CEO & Founder

hafiz shariff
The visionary CEO of Cabin Anthology, a dynamic company at the forefront of innovative living solutions. With a keen eye for design and a passion for sustainable development, Hafiz has steered Cabin Anthology to new heights, transforming the way people think about modular and eco-friendly housing. Under his leadership, the company has become synonymous with quality, creativity, and environmental responsibility. Hafiz’s dedication to excellence and his ability to inspire his team have made him a respected figure in the industry, driving forward a legacy of groundbreaking advancements in modern living.

the team

Helmed by industry-leaders in tech and hospitality. and an all-star design team led by East Africa’s leading resort architect.
WILL OAKLEY
Luxury hotelier
Hotel operator with experience managing the world’s most luxurious and iconic 5* hotels for Relais & Chateaux, Oetker Collection and more. Expertise building highly profitable hotels from scratch all over the world.
NAGIB SHARIFF
Chief architect
Leading resort and residential architect in East Africa and Ghana. Residential development and hotel procurement businesses in London.
PATRICK MASSEY
architect
London based architect at CZWG. Studio head at UCL’s Bartlett School of Architecture, (consistently top-ranked Architecture school in the world). Expert in large mixed-use commercial developments.
ELLIOTT KOEHLER
Designer
Renowned product and aviation-end designer and expert in high interiors. Designer of iconic and award-winning products for: GE, Bang and Olufsen, Cathay Pacific, Adidas, Google, Dell and more.
IACOVOS KOUMI
Senior Business Leader

Former bank CEO and senior advisor to Kroo Bank. Experienced board director and advisor to companies in technology, finance and other sectors.