Sand and Sunset

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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Sand and Sunset in Kendwa offers family rooms with sea views, balconies, and terraces. Each room includes air-conditioning, a private bathroom, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, lush garden, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. The hotel features a restaurant, bar, and coffee shop, complemented by free on-site private parking. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves African, Dutch, British, French, Greek, American, Italian, Mediterranean, pizza, seafood, and international cuisines. Breakfast includes local specialties, warm dishes, fresh pastries, and more. Prime Location: Located a few steps from Kendwa Beach, the hotel is 37 mi from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Nearby attractions include Kichwele Forest Reserve and Mangapwani Coral Cave. Scuba diving is available in the surroundings.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Jared
United States United States
“Very nice place close to the beach. Excellent breakfast included and great restaurant on site. The staff is super nice and so helpful! JP the property manager was amazing! He was always around to make sure you’re happy and everything is perfect!...”
Sara
Tanzania Tanzania
“Sand and Sunset is a wonderful place to stay—great location, great value, and genuinely warm hospitality. The property is perfectly situated, making it easy to enjoy the beach and explore the surrounding area. What stood out most was the...”
Andrea
Qatar Qatar
“We need it a hotel to stay for couple of hours, this hotel was very convenient, wonderful location and the staff were really kind and helpful. Definitely will come back.”
Patricia
United States United States
“BEST FOOD OF THE TRIP. And the staff was so friendly, made us feel at home. Sand and Sunset made our trip feel like a vacation. Wish I could stay longer!”
Candace
United States United States
“Stayed Feb 07-12, 2025 1. Room cleaned daily 2. air conditioner worked beautifully along with fan 3. mosquito net was clean 4. 5 min walk to beach 5. restaurants all around the hotel 6. staff exceptionally attentive and kind 7. excellent...”
Alejandra
Brazil Brazil
“We ended up staying only one night and they were very kind removing the charge from the second night even though the cancellation period was over. Super clean and comfortable bed and room. We arrived at 4am and the check in was very smooth....”
Melisa
Colombia Colombia
“My stay at Sand and Sunset was very good and comfortable, offering great value overall. It is a simple, relaxed place that makes it easy to enjoy Zanzibar without spending too much. The food was good and satisfying, with enough variety to enjoy...”
Rory
Australia Australia
“After hours staff (security) was helpful in checking me in, I stay here for a short time but everything was well maintained good bathroom good cleanliness”
Letizia
Italy Italy
“Very professional and kind staff. Room was simple but clean and quiet. Excellent wifi. It's one minute walk from Kendwa Rocks hotel + it works in partnersip with main Sunset hotel allowing to access beach and use sunbeds and other Sunset...”
Sofia
Italy Italy
“The location was great, just a short walk to reach the beach. The staff was friendly, welcoming and helpful. They helped with taxis and allowed us to leave our luggage in the room beyond check-out time, absolute heroes!”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Sand & Sunset Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    African • American • Caribbean • Dutch • British • French • Greek • Italian • Mediterranean • Pizza • Seafood • International • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian

Amenities of Sand and Sunset

Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Sand and Sunset takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

< 1 year old
Crib upon request
$10 per child, per night
1 - 2 years
Crib upon request
$10 per child, per night
Extra bed upon request
$10 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
$10 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Sand and Sunset 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.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Sand and Sunset