Name: The Sands Beach Resort
Rating: 8.7

About

Located in Dongwe in the Zanzibar Region, The Sands Beach Resort features a 25-yard outdoor pool, dove center and surfing school. Guests can enjoy the on-site beach bar. Free WiFi is offered and free private parking is available on site. The air-conditioned rooms and villa at The Sands offer a terrace and ocean or garden views. They are equipped with a mini bar and a safe, and have an private bathroom. Some villas boast a private pool. Guests can enjoy various activities including volleyball and snorkeling. The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire. Stone Town is within 37 mi of The Sands, while Zanzibar International Airport is 37 mi from the property.

174 Reviews

8.7Very Good

Cleanliness: 9.0
Staff: 9.4
Location: 8.4

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Top Amenities

Swimming Pool
Restaurant
Free Internet Access
Free Parking
Spa
Accessible Rooms / Facilities
Airport Shuttle
Beachfront

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Room Options

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1/4

Standard Bungalow

377 sqft • 1 Double

Accessible toilet
Accessible vanities
Adapter
Air conditioning

1/4

Twin

485 sqft • 2 Single

Access to a private beach
Accessible toilet
Accessible vanities
Adapter

1/3

Standard Twin Room

377 sqft • 2 Single

Accessible toilet
Air conditioning
Balcony
Bath or Shower

1/4

2 Bedroom Villa with Private Pool

2153 sqft • 2 Double or 2 Single

Access to a private beach
Accessible toilet
Accessible vanities
Adapter

1/4

Villa with Sea View

1292 sqft • 1 Queen

Accessible toilet
Additional bathroom
Additional toilet
Air conditioning

1/4

Two-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool

1723 sqft • 1 Queen or 2 Single

Accessible toilet
Additional bathroom
Additional toilet
Air conditioning

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What Guests Loved

8.7

Very Good

Based on 174 reviews

Location

8.4

Cleanliness

9

Staff

9.4

Overall Quality

8.6

Business Traveler (5)Solo Traveler (7)Traveling as Couple (112)Family with Young Children (67)Family with Teens (1)Senior Traveler (2)Group Traveler (31)Total (193)

Amenities & Policies

Amenities

Swimming & Soaking

Beachfront
Swimming Pool
Kids' pool
Outdoor pool
Pool with view
Private beach

Fitness & Spa

Spa

Food & Drinks

Restaurant

Media & Technology

Free Internet Access

Transportation

Free Parking
Airport Shuttle
Accessible parking

Health & Safety

Health Services
Daily disinfection
Professional cleaning services

Accessibility

Handicapped Rooms/Facilities

Kid Friendly

Family Friendly

General

No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Themed dinner nights

Guest policies

Check-in	After 2:00 PM
Check-out	Before 11:00 AM
Internet	Free Wi-Fi is available.
Parking	Free parking is available.
Children & Extra Beds	Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 and above can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges. Children of age 0 to 3 stay free with cot.
Pets	Pets are not allowed.
Room Rates	All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

Important info

Please note that children are only allowed in the Family Villa.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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