Title: Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar Beachfront hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15190000/15187500/15187491/08e3873b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Food court](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15190000/15187500/15187491/8fd3d9e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15190000/15187500/15187491/b23e9ab7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15190000/15187500/15187491/af11b8f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Bungalow](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15190000/15187500/15187491/a89fc876.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar blends upscale comfort with a laid-back island vibe. Guests enjoy beachfront breakfast buffets, poolside sun loungers, and attentive staff. Amenities include spa treatments (facials to manicures) and free WiFi throughout the property. 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Airport (ZNZ) - 59 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mapacha - ‬9 min drive - ‪Shanga Paje - ‬9 min drive - ‪Kiddo’s Rooftop Restaurant - ‬8 min drive - ‪Zanzibarista - ‬9 min drive - ‪Corner, Cafe And Bbq - ‬8 min drive ## About this property ### The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar Upscale hotel You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden at The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, sun loungers, and scuba diving. Indulge in a facial, a manicure/pedicure, and a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool along with sun loungers - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk - Barbecue grills, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like safes and minibars. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with bidets and free toiletries - Balconies or patios, electric kettles, and ceiling fans ## Similar properties ![Sundeck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65730000/65725700/65725614/9727d75f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection Dongwe - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 69 reviews CA $284 CA $344 total includes taxes & fees Nov 12 - Nov 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=65725614&PinnedHotelID=65725614&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private beach, white sand, free beach cabanas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3881700/3881687/cca47f35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa Michamvi - On private beach - Pool - Breakfast included - All-inclusive 8.4 Very good 294 reviews CA $274 CA $331 total includes taxes & fees Nov 13 - 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Nov 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=17930993&PinnedHotelID=17930993&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90540000/90531700/90531636/90ae1040.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alma Boutique Hotel Jambiani - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 9.6 Exceptional 15 reviews CA $522 CA $620 total includes taxes & fees Nov 16 - Nov 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=90531636&PinnedHotelID=90531636&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM - 2 bars/lounges - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Full-service spa - Library - Outdoor pool - Scuba diving ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Separate bedroom - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Beach loungers - Beach towels - Beach umbrellas - Garden - On the beach - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Full-service spa - Body scrubs - Facials - In-room massages - Manicures/pedicures - Spa open daily - Treatment room ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Designated smoking areas - Mosquito nets ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Egyptian cotton sheets ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 15 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: USD 50 ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 80.00 per night Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5) - Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability) - Rollaway bed fee: USD 80.00 per night - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Dongwe Beach Bungalows Hotel Bwejuu Dongwe Beach Bungalows Hotel The Sands Zanzibar Dongwe The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar Hotel The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar Dongwe The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar Hotel Dongwe ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar? > As of Nov 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar on Nov 19, 2025 start from CA $240.71, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Dongwe-Hotels-The-Sands-Beach-Resort-Zanzibar.h15187491.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50 (subject to availability). ### Does The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 60 per vehicle applies. ### Where is The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar located? > Nestled on the beach, this Dongwe hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Dongwe Beach, Bwejuu Beach, and Pingwe Beach. Paje Beach and Michamvi Kae Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 88 8 - Good 26 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 9.8/10 Staff & service ### 9.2/10 Amenities ### 9.2/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.2/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cassandra Aug 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Overall this is the perfect getaway! No distractions just the sounds of the ocean and the amazing staff! This is perfect if you want to getaway and truly relax! Options to explore are available. The pool is large and clean. The rooms get serviced twice a day. The bar was definitely my favorite spot! ![Beach bar](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/79b97a30-ec6f-4076-bd75-3c4ad85cf29c-1755692427451.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Outside of room ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/096f573b-a211-4203-bba5-6a1927ddb967-1755692425259.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/efba6b79-16a0-4636-a2df-f21cf5187690-1755692426433.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Cassandra Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shari Apr 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The service was excellent. Everyone was very friendly and courteous. We really enjoyed our stay here ##### Shari Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kara Jun 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Absolutely stunning. Service beyond amazing. Quiet with gorgeous gardens and beach. Easy access for SCuBA diving. Incredibly friendly staff and felt completely safe with masai warriors guarding the hotel. Food was phenomenal Would absolutely go back. ##### Kara Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny Oct 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We really enjoyed our stay at the Sands Resort. Each suite is actually a separate bungalow with large, comfortable rooms and wonderful AC. There is an onsite restaurant that serves all day as well as a beach bar that serves snacks/meals during the daytime. It was very relaxing to be able to have all of our meals on the property. The staff were all very friendly and professional. Everything about the staff and property was wonderful. The hotel also offers excursions. The nice thing is that they are private which entailed having a driver and tours that were just for our party. However, I would not recommend doing the "swim with dolphins" excursion because there are too many other boats doing the same thing, and we didn't feel safe going in the water with so many boats moving around quickly to try to bring their passengers close to the dolphins. So, we stayed in the boat. Also, there were no life jackets available, and it was unclear how we would get in/out of the boat without a ladder or rope; the snorkel and other equipment was old, and we didn't get a chance to try the snorkel/mask before going on the water. We also did the Jozani Forest/Butterfly excursion, which was interesting to do to see the monkeys, mangroves, and butterflies, but the price the hotel charged seemed disproportionately higher than the experience merited; please note that I say this without knowing how much the hotel paid the driver to stay with us for several hours and for the forest guide. ##### Jenny Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristina Sep 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Sehr zuvorkommendes Personal, haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Zimmer werden mehrmals täglich gereinigt, Essen sehr lecker und abwechslungsreich. Super für alle, die entspannen und die Ruhe genießen möchten. ##### Kristina Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Omar Aug 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This is by far the best hotel we've stayed in in a long time, probably best ever. The rooms are spacious and spotless clean. Every little detail is thought of. The beds are very comfortable and room service pass by twice a day to clean the room and for turn down. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. Especially Khamis and John who went our of their way to make sure we are comfortable. Food at the restaurant was also lovely and service there amazing. Staff are constantly keeping an eye on the tables, plates are removed the second they're empty, water refilled immediately after drinking etc. Downside here was the entertainment on the Swahili night, the guys were playing more western music. The beach is very pretty, even at low tide which didn't impact our stay much. We swam 2 or 3 times in the ocean. Its not crystal clear water though, expect some sea weed. We weren't disturbed by any beach sellers like we saw on some of the other beaches. Only slight down side is that there isn't much to do nearby at night. We drove one day to Paje and that was fun. ##### Omar Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet Jul 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fabulous stay at this very quiet, clean, secure resort. Very comfortable room. Staff are very attentive. Beautiful beach. Highly relaxing! Really enjoyed the Swahili buffet and music! ##### Janet Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Enoch Fernando Jul 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### NO ES DE 5 ⭐️ PERO SI PERSONAL LO HACE 5 🌟 EXTRAORDINARIO Simplemente así Todos sin excepción te atienden con una sonrisa, amables, acomedidos Nos la pasamos súper padrísimo los tres días que estuvimos ahí GRACIAS ##### Enoch Fernando Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect place to relax Our villa was super spacious, it was cleaned regularly, and it was nice to wake up in that beautiful garden. Service was very good, Mr. Ally and the team made us feel welcome and helped us with the early check out and late check out because of our flight times. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Markzs Jan 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Top Hotel Schöne Anlage, europäische Standart betr.Ausstattung,Sauberkeit, Komfort Überdurchschn.freundl.Personal Sehr schöner Strand, beachbar mit lunch und genügend liegen am Schatten. Einzig Ebbe und Flut beinträchtigen das Badevergnügen keine Strandverkäufer! Insgesamt ein wunderschöner Urlaub! ##### Markzs Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Remie Dec 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We hebben een heerlijk verblijf gehad. Het is schoon en fris, mooie tuin, direct aan zee. Huisjes zijn echt bizar groot/ruim. Het personeel is werkelijk altijd vriendelijk en correct. Een aanrader. ##### Remie Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Alessandro Dec 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Il Sand beach resort è una bellissima struttura gestita con molta cura dal suo staff, sempre gentilissimo e pronto a soddisfare ogni tuo bisogno. A nostro giudizio anche la cena è sempre stata ottima, forse la colazione potrebbe essere un po’ arricchita ma nel complesso direi che si mangia molto bene. Quello che mi sento di segnalare è che il posto è molto distante dai luoghi di partenza di tutti i tour principali e quindi ogni volta è necessario fare 1 ora circa di taxi per raggiungerli. Altra annotazione importante è che, sebbene la spiaggia sia molto bella e ben curata, il mare non è assolutamente all’altezza degli standard dell’isola. In una settimana qui non abbiamo mai fatto il bagno, indipendentemente dalle maree che anche condizionano fortemente questo pezzo di costa. Insomma se come noi intendete usare il resort come base di appoggio per girare direi che è un posto magnifico, ma se l’idea è quella di restare nel resort dimenticate il mare azzurro cristallino di Zanzibar, dovrete accontentarvi decisamente. Concludo ringraziando nuovamente tutto lo staff del resort che è davvero eccellente. ##### Alessandro Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jermaine Dec 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hotel to stay to escape the busy hustle and bustle lifestyle. It is beautiful and quiet. Food is great. The only crtique i have is there are frequent power outages in the evening. Overall I would visit again. ##### Jermaine Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Oliver Oct 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice big villa We did book a villa with an ocean view. And we got a very nice villa, clean and very comfortable. I would say it’s a bit of wasted money for the ocean view, because the villas are a bit behind the palm trees. But in general very beautiful and nice. Staff is very polite and friendly. Was a good experience. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/104B9F0AFCE4ABAD4CA062043307DDAA861B27971729082133641.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Oliver Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elias Oct 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had such a Wonderful stay at the Sands. Great service and premises! ##### Elias Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Artur Sep 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff at this hotel were incredibly welcoming and helpful throughout our stay. The rooms were immaculate and very comfortable. We also enjoyed the delicious dinner every night. ##### Artur Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### antonio Aug 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Relaxing on the beach Quite good stay Excellent food and location on the ocean side Optimum service and very kind personnel ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/11F66A856272FB1ECD5129F3905E4800908914A31724222758471.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### antonio Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edward Aug 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice, quiet place with a lovely beach and excellent staff. Very good food, too. ##### Edward Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark Apr 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Location was tranquil and just what we were looking for at the start of our Zanzibar holiday. All the staff were amazingly welcoming and friendly. The team led by Ally are a credit to the hotel. The dining experience was quite special and we very much enjoyed the fresh barbecued fish at night, especially the huge tuna that a slice and thickness of your liking was cooked there and then and served to your table….in fact the staff even do your toast for you in the morning ! Overall hotel was perfect for our family of 4 including teenagers - if staying I would recommend a rental car to explore the local area, good deals can be found on arrival at the airport, we paid $30 USD a day and rental car company collected from hotel anywhere on the island for $20 USD. ##### Mark Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Mar 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Skønt ophold Elskede vores ophold på the Sands. De sødeste mennesker, god service, fin mad og sublim rengøring. Vær obs på, at der er tale en tidsvandsstrand, så der vil være tidspunkter på dagen, hvor der ikke kan svømmes i havet. Men hey - så er der altid poolen eller gode muligheder for at tage en bådtur ud og snorkle. Stedet har vores varmeste anbefalinger. ##### Michael Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nasser Mar 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It's a great hotel, with great staff. Very simple, yet clean and well kept. No TV in the rooms which could be nice as the evenings are quiet with not much activity around the area ##### Nasser Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly Mar 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a marvelous stay. Incredible beach staff went the extra mile always. We cant recommend this destination enough. 5 stars all the way. ##### Kelly Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Linda Feb 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wir hatten einen schönen Aufenthalt im The Sands Beach Resort. Die Villa war sehr großzügig und mit allem notwendigen ausgestattet. Jedoch waren die Fenster sehr undicht und nach den nächtlichen Gewittern stand häufig das Wasser im Zimmer. Außerdem funktionierte das WLAN auf dem Zimmer nicht und es kam häufig zu Stromausfällen auf der gesamten Anlage. Das Essen war gut, jedoch nicht sehr abwechslungsreich. Morgens gab es immer die gleiche, begrenzte Auswahl. Abends gab es frischen Fisch, der immer großartig geschmeckt hat. Die Strandanlage ist sehr schön und ruhig, jedoch benötigt man für das Meer aufgrund der Steine und Seeigel Badeschuhe, die man sich an der Rezeption ausleihen kann. Auch an diesem Strand wird man regelmäßig von "Beach Boys" angesprochen, jedoch deutlich weniger als an vielen anderen Stränden, wie bspw. in Paje. Das Personal ist in der Regel sehr nett und bemüht, insbesondere Head Waiter Kelvin hat uns stets sehr willkommen geheißen. Einige Putzfrauen hingegen wirkten schnell genervt, wenn sie nicht direkt ins Zimmer zur Reinigung konnten, weil wir uns noch dort aufgehalten haben. Die Lage des Resorts ist eher abgelegen und man benötigt eine Taxi um in den nächsten Ort zu gelangen. Jedoch liegen einige Sehenswürdigkeiten, wie bspw. The Rock Restaurant, Michamvi Sunset Beach, Maalum Cave und Paje in unmittelbarer Nähe. ##### Linda Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valton Dec 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wunderschönes Ambiente und Service war excellent! Sehr empfehlenswert! ##### Valton Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philip Nov 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a great stay at the Sands. The staff were amazing, from Mr. Ally the GM to the executive chef and the cooks like Thomas who took care of us. The food was first class - this goes for breakfast right through to dinner. Amazing food and fantastic service. The beach was beautiful, clean and safe. We could not have asked for more. Even the Masai security guards were great! We loved it. Would definitely recommend the Sands in Zanzibar. We'll be back. ##### Philip Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-Royal-Zanzibar-Beach-Resort-All-Inclusive.h5563953.Hotel-Information) > > [Sunrise Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Dar-Es-Salaam-Hotels-Sunrise-Beach-Resort.h16382901.Hotel-Information) > > [Deerhurst Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Huntsville-Hotels-Deerhurst-Resort.h23864.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Port Perry](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Perry-Hotels.d6060366.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.ca/Kiwengwa-Hotels-TUI-Blue-Bahari-Zanzibar.h4532516.Hotel-Information) > > [Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Bluebay-Beach-Resort-And-Spa.h1867044.Hotel-Information) > > [BodyHoliday - All inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Gros-Islet-Hotels-BodyHoliday.h66862640.Hotel-Information) > > [Melia Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.ca/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Melia-Zanzibar.h1407257.Hotel-Information) > > [Royalton Blue Waters Montego Bay, An Autograph Collection All Inclusive Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Montego-Bay-Hotels-Royalton-Blue-Waters-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h15437215.Hotel-Information) > > [Turaco Nungwi Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-DoubleTree-Resort-By-Hilton-Zanzibar-Nungwi.h3300267.Hotel-Information) > > [Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa](https://www.expedia.ca/Michamvi-Hotels-Konokono-Beach-Resort.h3881687.Hotel-Information) > > [Brubru Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Moshi-Hotels-Altezza-Lodge.h19686862.Hotel-Information) > > [The Residence Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.ca/Kizimkazi-Hotels-The-Residence-Zanzibar.h4261204.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-Riu-Palace-Zanzibar-All-Inclusive.h5361523.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Jambo.h75595198.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Dubai](https://www.expedia.ca/Dubai-Hotels.d6053839.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Akumal-Hotels-Bahia-Principe-Luxury-Akumal-All-Inclusive.h869980.Hotel-Information) > > [Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-The-Z-Hotel.h3675918.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico - Adults Only - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Nuevo-Vallarta-Hotels-Riu-Palace-Pacifico-Adults-Only-All-Inclusive.h1928037.Hotel-Information) > > [Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Ngorongoro-Conservation-Area-Hotels-Ngorongoro-Serena-Safari-Lodge.h903728.Hotel-Information) > > [Africa Safari Selous](https://www.expedia.ca/Selous-Game-Reserve-Hotels-Africa-Safari-Selous.h8446485.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Vaughan](https://www.expedia.ca/Vaughan-Hotels.d9616.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Cheap Hotels in North York](https://www.expedia.ca/North-York-Toronto-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-n6070426-0-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Gran Melia Arusha](https://www.expedia.ca/Arusha-Hotels-Gran-Melia-Arusha.h34865479.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti](https://www.expedia.ca/Serengeti-National-Park-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Safari-Lodge-Serengeti.h2949601.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Edmonton (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/yeg/ottawa-to-edmonton) > > [Flights from Kelowna (YLW) to Cranbrook (YXC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ylw/yxc/kelowna-to-cranbrook) > > [Flights from Kitchener (YKF) to Ottawa (YOW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ykf/yow/kitchener-to-ottawa) ### Activities > [Things to do in Pickering](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Pickering.d9546.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [London Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/London.d178279.Destination-Travel-Guides)