The Sands Beach Resort

Hotel, 4-starP.O Box 791 Zanzibar, BwejuuShow on map

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Fabulous

Guests rate it highest for location, service and cleanliness.

Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.0 out of 10, at P.O Box 791 Zanzibar.
Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.

Luxurious Accommodations with Stunning Views Experience comfort and elegance at The Sands Beach Resort in Dongwe, Zanzibar. Each air-conditioned room and villa features a terrace with breathtaking ocean or garden views. Indulge in amenities like a mini bar, safe, and en suite bathroom. For the ultimate luxury, select a villa with a private pool.

Exciting Activities for Every Guest From volleyball to snorkeling, there's never a dull moment at our resort. Dive into our 25-metre outdoor pool, explore the depths with our dive center, or catch the waves at our surfing school. For land adventures, take advantage of our bike and car hire services.

Convenience and Relaxation Combined Conveniently located near Stone Town and Zanzibar International Airport, The Sands offers the perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility. Unwind at the on-site beach bar with a refreshing drink, and enjoy complimentary WiFi and private parking throughout your stay.

Ready to elevate your vacation experience? Book your stay at The Sands Beach Resort today.

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service

Rooms

8.6

Fabulous

Rated 8.6 out of 10 by 150 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness8.5
Service9.0
Location9.0
Rooms8.4
Amenities8.5
Value8.4
Food & drink8.0

Guests mention

Friendly staffBeautiful location

DMGreece
September 2026Solo traveller
Paradise
The hotel is really a small paradise, full of gardens,palm trees and so beautiful. Cleanliness is above a 5 star hotel!!! Most important though was the stuff with their genuine smile and kindness, always willing to help…
ZehraUnited Kingdom
August 2026Family
Excellent, fab family hotel
Villas with pools were excellent
ROBERTUnited Arab Emirates
July 2026Solo traveller
Beautiful beach fron location, peaceful, staff super nice, tentative and polite, experienced a great massage and the coastal waters were so clear.
Little bit remote, Seaview villa should have loungers on the terrace and…
DorisCH
July 2026Family
Albergo con poche villette con uno staff super gentile. Grazie in particolare re ad Ali ma anche a tutto il resto del team. Spiaggia con forti maree ma fuori dal caos di Zanzibar. Inoltre là maree basse ti permettono di…
TatianaRussian Federation
June 2026Family
Забота и уют.
Прекрасный отель с чудесным персоналом. Мы брали виллу с бассейном и 2я спальнями, она большая и органичная. Рядом еще один большой общий бассейн. Красивая ухоженная территория, чудесные лежаки на пляже. Есть…
connieBelgium
June 2026Couple
Mooi onderhouden complex , uitstekend personeel ,zeer mooi strand ,maar aan het eten moet gewerkt worden
Mooie villa met privé zwembad , mooi strand en leuke beach bar met leuk personeel .
Mooi onderhouden tuinen , prachtig zwembad , die parasols misten .
Zeer leuk onthaal .
Het eten , weinig keuze en niet lekker .

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

P.O Box 791 Zanzibar, Bwejuu

Guests rate the location 9.0 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 2:00 PM

Check-out by 11:00 AM

Children welcome

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.

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. A deposit may be required at the property.

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.
That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
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 The Sands Beach Resort

What time is check-in and check-out at The Sands Beach Resort?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does The Sands Beach Resort allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at The Sands Beach Resort?

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 The Sands Beach Resort 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 The Sands Beach Resort have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Does The Sands Beach Resort 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.

Can I check in late at The Sands Beach Resort?

The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.

How do I book The Sands Beach Resort?

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 The Sands Beach Resort?

P.O Box 791 Zanzibar, Bwejuu.

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