The Sands Beach Resort
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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 guests say
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Policies & good to know
Children & extra beds
- Children and extra bed policy: Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot. Children up to and including 12 years old stay for US$40 per person per night when using an available extra bed. People 13 years old and over stay for US$80 per person per night when using an available extra bed. Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management. Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
Pets
- Pets: Pets are not allowed.
Other
- Parking: Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
- Internet: WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Amenities (93)
Internet
- ✓WiFi available
- ✓Free WiFi
Pool & wellness
- ✓Swimming pool
- ✓Massage services
- ✓Spa/wellness center
- ✓Outdoor pool
- ✓Pool with view
- ✓Spa/wellness center services
Fitness & activities
- ✓Diving
- ✓Snorkelling
- ✓Board games/puzzles
- ✓Water sport facilities on site
Food & drink
- ✓Restaurant
- ✓Room service
- ✓BBQ facilities
- ✓Bar
- ✓Barber/beauty shop
- ✓Kid meals
- ✓Snack bar
- ✓Physical distancing in dining areas
Parking & transport
- ✓Parking
- ✓Free Parking
- ✓Airport shuttle
- ✓Car hire
- ✓Private parking
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- ✓Shuttle service (additional charge)
- ✓Airport drop off
- ✓Airport pick up
- ✓Shuttle service
Beach & outdoors
- ✓Terrace
- ✓Garden
- ✓Sun terrace
- ✓Beachfront
- ✓Private beach area
- ✓Outdoor furniture
- ✓Sun loungers or beach chairs
- ✓Sun umbrellas
- ✓Outdoor fireplace
- ✓Beach
Family
- ✓Family rooms
- ✓Babysitting/child services
Services
- ✓24-hour front desk
- ✓Laundry
- ✓Luggage storage
- ✓Tour desk
- ✓Daily housekeeping
- ✓Concierge service
- ✓Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Business
- ✓Fax/photocopying
Safety & security
- ✓Safety deposit box
- ✓Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- ✓Fire extinguishers
- ✓First aid kit available
- ✓Key access
- ✓CCTV outside property
- ✓CCTV in common areas
- ✓24-hour security
Comfort
- ✓Non-smoking rooms
- ✓Air conditioning
- ✓Shared lounge/TV area
More
- ✓Fishing
- ✓Cycling
- ✓Horse riding
- ✓Ironing service
- ✓Windsurfing
- ✓Designated smoking area
- ✓Special diet menus - on request
- ✓Open-air bath
- ✓Entertainment staff
- ✓Wine/champagne
- ✓Fruits
- ✓Shallow end
- ✓Beauty Services
- ✓Manicure
- ✓Pedicure
- ✓Hair Salon Services
- ✓Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- ✓Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- ✓Physical distancing rules followed
- ✓Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- ✓Cashless payment available
- ✓Sanitized tableware & silverware
- ✓Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- ✓Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
- ✓Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
- ✓Food delivered to guest room
- ✓Process in place to check health of guests
- ✓Tour/class on local culture
- ✓Live music/performance
- ✓Themed dinner nights
- ✓Happy hour
Location
P.O Box 791 Zanzibar, Bwejuu