At Pwani Mchangani, Zanzibar, Sands Inn Hotel is a haven of tranquility. Located just steps away from the best excursions and water sports activities on the island, this beachfront hotel offers rooms with comfortable sea views.
Pwani Mchangani is home to this hotel. Fukuchani Ruins & Cave and Mtoni Palace Ruins are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nungwi Beach and Masingini Forest. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Simba Padel or Amaan Stadium. Visit our Pwani Mchangani travel guide
Zanzibar
What's nearby
Pwani Mchangani Beach
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Kiwengwa Beach
8 min drive - 4.5 km
Kendwa Beach
47 min drive - 29.3 km
Nungwi Beach
47 min drive - 30.8 km
Mapenzi Beach
15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
73 min drive
Restaurants
Spice Restaurant
7 min drive
The Wok
11 min drive
Namaste Indian restaurant
4 min drive
Yako
11 min drive
Gabi Beach
9 min drive
About this property
sands inn hotel
Property highlights
sands inn hotel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
Room features
All guestrooms at sands inn hotel offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like internet access.
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
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
This property accepts cash
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 60
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Frequently asked questions
Is sands inn hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, sands inn hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at sands inn hotel ?
As of Mar 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at sands inn hotel on Mar 17, 2026 start from CA $82, 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.
Where is sands inn hotel located?
Situated in Pwani Mchangani, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Pwani Mchangani Beach and Mapenzi Beach. Muyuni Beach and Kiwengwa Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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