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Sea Cliff Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

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Deluxe Room
BBQ/picnic area
Exterior
On the beach, white sand, free beach cabanas, sun loungers
VIP Access

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

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Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • 517 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, minibar

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, minibar

Superior Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden Twin Room

Garden Twin Room

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Garden Room

Garden Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Mangapwani, Sea Cliff Resort & Spa is on the beach. House of Wonders and Peace Memorial Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Siso Spice Farm and Kidichi Spice Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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West Coast, 1763 Malawi Road, Mangapwani

What's nearby

  • Sea Cliff Golf Course - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kidichi Spice Farm - 14 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Slave Market - 22 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Shangani Beach - 23 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 38 min drive - 30.3 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mangapwani - Sea Cliff Resort - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dhow restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mc Pippos - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪bar @ sea Cliff Resort & Spa - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Sea Cliff Resort & Spa

Luxury family-friendly hotel by the ocean
At Sea Cliff Resort & Spa, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a golf course, and a poolside bar. With a white sand beach, free beach cabanas, and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a body treatment, a facial, and a body scrub at Mali Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the 4 on-site restaurants, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities like horseback riding and racquetball/squash. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and shopping on site.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Limo/town car service, extended parking, and express check-out
  • Express check-in, tour/ticket assistance, and a banquet hall
Room features
All 120 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Memory foam beds and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Patios, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Sea Cliff Resort & Spa are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All buffet meals and snacks included

Land activities

Tennis
Kids club

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Languages

English, French, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Bahari Restaurant
  • Kobe Restaurant
  • Mangapwani Restaurant
  • Terrace Restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Health club
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Stereo

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center (538 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 12 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 38
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 23 (up to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 29 (up to 11 years old)
  • 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 person (one-way)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Sea Cliff Mangapwani
Sea Cliff Resort Mangapwani
Sea Cliff Resort
Sea Cliff Resort And Spa
Sea Cliff Resort Spa
Sea Cliff Resort & Spa Hotel
Sea Cliff Resort & Spa Mangapwani
Sea Cliff Resort & Spa Hotel Mangapwani

Frequently asked questions

Does Sea Cliff Resort & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Sea Cliff Resort & Spa?

As of Aug 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sea Cliff Resort & Spa on Aug 20, 2025 start from CA $436.49, 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 for more accurate prices.

Is Sea Cliff Resort & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sea Cliff Resort & Spa?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sea Cliff Resort & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sea Cliff Resort & Spa?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Sea Cliff Resort & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 60 per person applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Sea Cliff Resort & Spa?

Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.

Where is Sea Cliff Resort & Spa located?

This Mangapwani hotel is on the beach, 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Sea Cliff Golf Course, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Masingini Forest and Chapwani Island. Siso Spice Farm and Kidichi Spice Farm are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Sea Cliff Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 226 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 226 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 226 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 226 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 226 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very quiet location with a beautiful view of the sea and a lovely walk way to another bar. All staff were fantastic ans very helpful, cheerful and willing to help. (Even joing in our game of table football)! Good variety of food and drink each day. Horseriding, mini golf, table tennis, pool, darts and tennis available. The beach near the pizza shack needs sorting out though, just clear up the rubbish and old seaweed -It could be a beautiful spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Abayomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Amenities
Well maintained , large expensive property, quiet , excellent staff , good food
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jermaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buffet, beach, pool, live music everynight, dancing, landscaping
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

LATISHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds of the hotel is very well kept. The staff are all very nice and friendly always willing to help. My husband and I had a very pleasant stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort with extremely friendly and attentive staff. The rooms are very clean and nicely decorated. Food is delicious. Lovely property thats immaculately maintained. Beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Tiong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is OK if you want to just relax and it is close to the ferry terminal, compared to other hotels. But I would say, there is no beach for you to enjoy at all. I won't come back here next time I travel to Zanzibar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

zahra

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really run down and very bad service at check in and generally.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

jianhong

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff service is not good , needs to be trained and improved
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa services was excellent the food was Good, Room was ok amd so generally all the services were up to the expectations execpt for the fact that they don't have mobile money payment method which is very convenient especially on holidays and weekends..what if the one looses his or her Atm card but has money on their mobile app. They need to have a mobile money payment method for convenience. 7 out of 10.👍
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

Arundhati

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The property was on a cliff by the ocean, very scenic! The management and staff were rude, disrespectful, and thoughtless. Traveled on my husband’s birthday and check in took over an hour as they couldn’t locate the expedia booking. Did nothing special for the husband’s birthday, even on request. Meanwhile the airport hotel we stayed at night before noticed that the husband was traveling on bday and surprised us with a song for him next morning. Beds were uncomfortable and creeky and real bad pillows. Stray cats all over the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Nilaja

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Pros: nice grounds on the property, lush and green, nice room with ocean view and soaking tub, delicious menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner, spa services have affordable prices and Lucy gave a fantastic deep tissue massage and the plunge pool was in a nice quiet area. Cons: not a swimmable beach, pool hours 7am-7pm and inconsistent service during meal time. Consistently waiting over 15 minutes for silverware and drink orders and not clearing plates. This was frustrating, especially when it was not during busy hours.

10/10 Excellent

sonia

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Syed

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The food and drink quality for this premium priced resort was pretty bad. The dining area is pretty poorly maintained and the variety and quality of the food is poor. Also when we got back from the resort, I found a cockroach in my bag…
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francesco

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Urs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr schöne Anlage, sehr gutes Personal - störend war, dass uns beim Einchecken der eigentlich zustehende Upgrade nicht vergeben wurde, da keine Zimmer verfügbar. Hatte aber den ganzen Aufenthalt den Eindruck, dass entsprechende Zimmer leer standen.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

C

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tomas

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iver

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful resort / friendly staff / few admin issues with check in and check out - but promptly rectify
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Eduardo

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Teresa-Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023