Sunshine Marine Lodge
Hotel, 4-starOff Mnemba Island Road, Zanzibar, MatemweShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, location and rooms.
9.0306Reviews- Check-in from 12:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.3 out of 10, at Off Mnemba Island Road, Zanzibar.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Luxurious Amenities and Stunning Views
Featuring 3 swimming pools, a dive centre, and a restaurant, Sunshine Marine Lodge offers a luxurious escape on a cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean and Mnemba Atoll.
Beach Access and Relaxation
Guests have access to a private beach area at Sunshine Bay, complete with a restaurant, beach bar, umbrellas, and sun loungers. A wooden jetty leads to the sea, and multiple pools provide additional relaxation options.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- Restaurant
- Terrace
- Family rooms
Rooms
9.0
Top rated
Rated 9.0 out of 10 by 306 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.3
- Service9.8
- Location9.3
- Rooms9.3
- Amenities9.3
- Value8.8
- Food & drink8.3
Guests mention
Great serviceBeautiful locationGood amenities
CharlotteUnited KingdomLovely hotel for diving and relaxing
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful location. The room was perfect, with a gorgeous garden and sea view.
The dive centre was great and I would recommend staying here if you're a keen diver/snorkeller.…
TobiasAustriaVery nice Lodge directly at the sea with nice pools. What makes it special is that they have their own diving centre going to Mtemba for scuba diving daily. They also have a 2m training pool for scuba.
Rooms are very…
KhalidMoroccoNotre chambre etait juste un reve et magnifique avec la vue sur la mer , personnel tres tres sympa , la nourriture aussi
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Kida RoseCITranquille
C’est atypique, avec un charme qui donne envie de revenir, très reposant.
Le fait qu’on ne puisse pas avoir de plage ou l’on puisse nager.
AlbertSpainExperiencia única!!!! Volvería
La ubicación perfecta para ir a hacer excursiones, pero el hotel en sí es precioso, la zona de la piscina, el bar, las vistas a la isla, la calma, el servicio buenísimo y la habitación estaba súper limpia y nos encantó…
ColetteSouth AfricaA dream holiday with the warmest staff.
The whole lodge is wonderful. The facilities and gardens are great. The staff are so wonderful and friendly. We had an ocean facing room and it was really lovely and spacious.
And the food is really excellent too.
You…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
Off Mnemba Island Road, Zanzibar, Matemwe
Guests rate the location 9.3 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 12:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please note that Sunshine Marine Lodge does not accept bank notes issued before 2009. Please inform Sunshine Marine Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please note that a compulsory supplement applies for stays during Christmas(24th Dec) and New Year(31 Dec). The supplement varies according to your meal plan: Bed & Breakfast (B&B) • USD 80 per adult • Children: 50% of the adult rate Half Board (HB) / Full Board (FB) • USD 50 per adult • Children: 50% of the adult rate These festive supplements will be automatically added to your booking during the holiday period and is subject to settle either prior to the arrival or during check in at the hotel. Kindly be advised that on-the-spot (walk-in) bookings for the Gala Dinner are priced at USD 100 per adult and USD 70 per child for both the Christmas and New Year Gala supplements.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 p
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Sunshine Marine Lodge
What time is check-in and check-out at Sunshine Marine Lodge?
Check-in is from 12:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Sunshine Marine Lodge allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Sunshine Marine Lodge?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Sunshine Marine Lodge have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Does Sunshine Marine Lodge have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Sunshine Marine Lodge have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Sunshine Marine Lodge?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Sunshine Marine Lodge?
Off Mnemba Island Road, Zanzibar, Matemwe.
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