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Sultan Sands

4.5 star property
Luxury beachfront hotel with restaurant, near Kiwengwa Beach

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Exterior
Birthday party area
Premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe
Body treatments, facials, massage/treatment rooms
Bicycling

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Spa
    Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and 2 beach bars
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Children's pool
  • Bar/lounge
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Children's club
  • Conference center
  • Business center
Feel at home
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
The price is $289
$345 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5

Room options

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Baobab Village Rooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
  • 14.45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, With No Sea View (Bahari)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Garden View (Pwani)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, Sea Facing (Bahari)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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PO BOX 3276,KIWENGWA, NORTH EAST COAST, Kiwengwa, Unguja North Region

What's nearby

  • Pwani Mchangani Beach - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Mapenzi Beach - 12 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 12 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 14 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Pongwe Beach - 17 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 46 min drive
  • Airport pick-up service

Restaurants

  • ‪Spice Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Andiamo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Snack Restaurant Ngalawa - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Green & Grill - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Sultan Sands

At Sultan Sands, you'll have access to onsite snorkeling and kayaking. 3 outdoor pools provide a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages, facials, and body treatments. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the pub. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 beach bars, an outdoor tennis court, and a children's pool.

All inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at Sultan Sands are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 76 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 16

Children

  • Children's club

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport pickup on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 beach bars
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Playground

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Tennis
  • Kayaking
  • Snorkeling
  • Shopping
  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 38 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Spa services
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include facials and body treatments.

Dining

Mwambao - Onsite restaurant.
Kivuli Bar N Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Mawimbi bar / Lounge - This pub overlooks the pool. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 90
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 45 (from 2 to 12 years old)

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 70 per vehicle. Maximum occupancy 5

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Sultan Sands
Sultan Sands Island Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Island Resort
Sultan Sands Island Resort Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Island Hotel Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Island Resort Zanzibar/Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Island
Sultan Sands Island Resort Zanzibar Island/Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Resort Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Resort
Sultan Sands Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Hotel
Sultan Sands Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Hotel Kiwengwa

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Sultan Sands?
Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Sultan Sands?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Sultan Sands?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Sultan Sands?
Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is USD 70 per vehicle.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sultan Sands?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Sultan Sands and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking and snorkeling, and practice your swing on the tennis courts. Enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include 2 beach bars and spa services. Sultan Sands also has an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Sultan Sands?
Yes, Mwambao offers ocean views.
What's the area around Sultan Sands like?
Sultan Sands is located a short 7-minute walk from Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest.

Sultan Sands Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed!
A last minute booking that really delivered. There was an actual beautiful beach to walk on. Exceptional entertainment, variety and flavorful food, great staff.
Nancy, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

It is amazing hotel, cosy and sweet…
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing, lovely place to stay.
David, 4-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was really nice.
Jakub, 8-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Friends
We had a fun stay at Sultan Sands. It was very beautiful and the service was good. The location does feel a bit way from things and locals on the beach prevent any swimming or relaxation because of the constant selling.
5-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay, looking forward to return one day
Fantastic Stay!, comfortable, polite staff, Spa was amazing , Food was excellent and accommodating for Food Intolerances. Some of the Sunbeds could do with being improved, Cider, Rose and Procecco on the AI menu would be be a great Addition :)
Michelle, 6-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Samir Samsuddin, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Not a 5* hotel, but nice location and beach
Hotel is NOT a 5* as shown on hotels.com Hotel is 4* so check again before book I paid for 5* but I realized soon that its not the case. Dinner mediocre boring food buffet, some fish and some beef cooked for guests but nothing special. I ended up eating pasta 3 days in a row. No wine list, only one available lager beer. Breakfast had limited options, Juices not fresh, some deserts were ok. Pool service not available. When asked for some food at the pool around 15-15:30 bcz our kids were starving they sent us to go to next hotel. When we asked for advertised kids room they sent us to next hotel. Even spa massage etc are done in next hotel (Blue bay). Only option at pool was to stand in line with all the ALL inclusive guests to order something. Asked for baby crib twice, reception said they had no cribs available (too many families) but later a cleaning lady saw my wife with babyand offered to bring a crib Expect some locals to try sell trips/coconuts/souvenirs on the beach, but for me its part of the experience, so nothing to worry, just smile and avoid them. Security always around so not worries. Wifi was not good in room, but worst was that our room was connected with next room by a locked door, so we could hear almost all noise from next door guests. Live music everynight and good atmosphere in general ! Personal was happy to help and with smile. When asked at receptiona at checkout about not being a 5* as advertised, they ignored me unfortunately...
Emmanouil, 3-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

4-night trip
Verified CheapTickets guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Zaytuny, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Property and location are both great. Really enjoyed our stay. All staff and bar tenders was amazing. Dass really went out of his way to ensure our stay was extra amazing.
4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, in a very beautiful location and lovely staff. We stayed there for six days and didn't want to leave! From the check in to check out, everyone was there to make sure we had a fantastic holiday and they always had a smile for us. Fantastic beach and really good evenings shows. Would definitely go back to Sultan Sands in Zanzibar. Thank you very much everyone and Special thanks to Dass!
Pradeep, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice rooms, food and nice staffs Nice beach we enjoyed,a lot
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

7-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sultan Sands Stay
Our stay at Sultan Sands was nothing short of amazing. The service was exceptional. Dass, went over and above to ensure we had a good stay. We travelled with elderly people and the rooms provided were perfect for them to walk to and from the beach and/pool area. On an all inclusive package, the food was good and a huge variety of food everyday. The beach area is beautiful and sitting on the pool loungers on the beach was ideal to unwind. The location is also very good. Not too many tourists but at the same time it's not in the middle of no where. The snorkeling Centre on the resort makes it so convenient to travel out. We were particularly impressed with the service and value for money. Only suggestion would be is to have a kettle in the room for those who would like to have tea in the confort of there room. On the whole, a really nice place to stay at where you will get exceptional service and value for your money.
Sameera, 4-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We chose Sultan Sands for a 6 day family trip to Zanzibar. It did not disappoint! The hotel itself was amazing, beach was pristine but most of all the service was exceptional. All the staff were amazing but Dass Bangar (Resort Manager) truly went above and beyond. He was kind enough to provide a room closer to the beach for my elderly parents and happily catered for a vegetarian and a vegan in the group. That was just the tip of the iceberg when it came to exceptional service. Our family holiday would not have been the same without his constant care and attention. From all the Surani/Shah family... Thank you for a holiday experience we will never forget.
Jilna, 5-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good property with Amazing staff. The breakfast and dinner buffet was good and for the three nights I stayed in Sultan Sands, the food never felt repeated. The beach is neat and clean. Recommended.
Fahad, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for a week relaxing in Zanzibar
We stayed all-inclusive (good choice given the drinks prices) All the staff were really laid back – sometimes maybe a little too much but just go with it and chill – after all it’s what you are there for. We had a lovely garden room. They are semi’s. Ours was quiet but I guess it depends on who’s next door. The TV had lots of channels including 3 film channels in English. The shower leaked & the bathroom floor got quite wet. There was a fridge in the room & we were left a large bottle of water each day in the room. The room had both two pin and English plug sockets. Generally the food was pretty good – plenty of choice even for me as a vegetarian. Except Saturday night pool side buffet night was bad. It was all outside and cold. The entertainment was pretty low key which was great for us. Mostly just a band playing by the pool and some background music. The second week they did aqua aerobics in the pool which was loud & slightly annoying – we’d gone there to relax. The resort is pretty small & if full would be a bit cramped. Sunbeds are close together and the bars can get busy. The beach boys can get a bit tiresome. But if you just say hi & sorry you are not interested they are not too bad. Do take beach shoes – The beach is lovely – soft white sands but there are spikey urchins etc that could cause injury! When we arrived we were the only Brits – it was mostly German. Everyone was friendly but the Manager was English & all the staff spoke English so I don't know why?
Heather, 12-night romance trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Unpleasant experience
After the whole day of travelling we have finely arrived to the hotel, we had to wait for a long time to get the room and when we did they came knocking after half an hour telling us we have to change the room and they took us to the smaller room which is next to the bar with a loud music. Even though we booked and payed a larger room they insisted we stay in the smaller one, after a lot of argument they gave us another room saying we cant stay in the first one due to booking of another guest which made no sense since we booked that room. We also booked all inclusive, when we arrived they didnt inform us about what is included in the price so until last day we didnt know what we actually payed for. Some of the staff were really amazing but some of them very rude we felt uncomfortable asking for anything. We transfered to another resort which is truly a paradise and continued our trip. Overall experience i wouldnt recommend this resort .
Katarina, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Relaxing holiday
Perfect resort to enjoy Zanzibar. I had my own little hut with an ocean view. The food was buffet style but varied from day to day. It was very clean. I had a good massage in the spa facility. Depending on the tide, the access to the ocean might require a long walk but there are two nice pools to compensate. Good for couples, families and solo travelers who are looking for tranquility.
Maude, 5-night romance trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Staff and Beach but not so great hotel facil
This is weird because the hotel should get a 7* for its Staff and Beach however the hotel facility such as bedroom should get a 3*. We weren't impressed with the facility so we asked for our room to be upgraded which they did to the sister hotel BlueBay, next door. Wonderful staff and great food, perfect performance too.
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

" Worst Hotel Stay in Our Vacation History"
Two days into our stay, the phone woke us at 6:30 am. To ask us if we were checking out. We said no, we had two more days and tried to go back to sleep. They called our room every hour on the hour until I went to the front desk at 10:00 am. I was told they had no record of our reservation, and that we would have to check out. After producing the confirmation in writting, we were told it was a mistake on our part, and that we would have to change rooms. There was a family checking in that wanted our room. After telling them that our family was just as important as the one checking in,we were told the manager would find us later and that this would HAVE to be settled!!!!!! They were very disrespectful, and it was so stressful our son had a panic attack- not exactly the family vacation memories you want to cherish!!!! To make a very long story short we were harassed, they would not clean our room for 24 hours, the manager never sought us out and we only saw the manager because we demanded to see him upon check out and told them we would just wait. Never an apology for ruining the remainder of our stay. If you choose this hotel, choose cautiously bring everything in writting and duplicates- then you will still be told you're wrong! We have traveled a good bit and this is the worst we have ever been treated!
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tim, 6-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review