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About the Hotel

Kiwengwa, Kiwengwa (Zanzibar), 00000

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“The Sultan Sands is perfectly situated on a stunning beach, allowing for amazing sunset views and plenty of opportunity to explore the vibrant local culture.”view full review

Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa, a 4-star hotel rated 8.8/10 on Booking.com, features traditional-style African huts and offers access to a private beach. The resort provides amenities such as a spa center, outdoor pool, and a kids' club.

Rooms & Amenities

Accommodations at Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa include 76 cottages, each featuring air conditioning, a seating area with a flat-screen satellite TV, a minibar, and a private bathroom. Certain units offer garden views from their furnished balconies or terraces.

Dining Options

Dining options encompass two restaurants that serve meals either on the beach or by the pool. Guests can enjoy a meal at Mwambao, while a bar and a poolside bar provide options for refreshing drinks.

Leisure & Activities

Leisure activities at Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa include access to a swimming pool, a disco, and a kids' club. Guests can relax with spa treatments or engage in beach activities such as snorkeling and kayaking.

Services & Local Area

With safety features such as a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector, Sultan Sands offers a range of services including free WiFi, parking, and 24-hour reception. The resort is 24 miles from the historic center of Stone Town, with nearby attractions including Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest at 2.5 miles and Kiwengwa Caves at 2 miles.

Select your room type

Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior Double Sea View Room Bahari Sea View Room
2 persons
37 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Air conditioning
Shower
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Standard Double Room Baobab Village Room
2 persons
22 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Air conditioning
Balcony
room details
Garden Double or Twin Room Pwani Room
2 persons
29 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Balcony
room details

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Facilities

Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Varied Culinary Delights

“The dining options were impressive, featuring live cooking stations that offered a range of tasty dishes, keeping every meal exciting.” read full review

Relaxing Spa Experience

“The spa facilities were serene and rejuvenating, providing the perfect atmosphere to unwind and recharge during our stay.” read full review

Comfortable Accommodation

“The room was spacious and well-appointed, offering ample amenities that made our stay incredibly pleasant and comfortable.” read full review

Thoughtful Accessibility

“While we did not specifically need them, the attention to accessible room placements indicated a well-considered design for all guests.” read full review

Facilities: Great

8.2/10Review score

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Luggage storage
Private beach
Currency exchange
Barber shop

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Wind surfing
Diving
Snorkelling
Canoeing
Hiking
Cycling
Tennis court
Billiard tables
Table tennis
Fishing

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Children's play area
Kids club
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa Location

Kiwengwa, Kiwengwa (Zanzibar), 00000

Getting around

City Centre
Kiwengwa (Zanzibar) 16 min · 4300 ft
Airports
Kisauni (ZNZ) 70 min · 28.8 mi
Pemba (PMA) 141 min · 58.0 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

until 10 am

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs USD 20.0 per person.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room. There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Swahili

Year renovated:

2008

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

111

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 308 verified reviews

9.3 /10

Perfect

92 %

Recommend

Cleanliness

8.7/10

Comfort

8.8/10

Facilities

8.2/10

Free WiFi

7.5/10

Location

8.9/10

Paid Wi-Fi

10.0/10

Staff

8.5/10

Value for money

8.0/10

based on 953 reviews

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Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa, Kiwengwa (Zanzibar)

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining Options

Leisure & Activities

Services & Local Area

Select your room type

Price and Room Availability Calendar

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Self-catering

Media

Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa Location

Reviews and Ratings

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