Sazani Beach Lodge and Tidal Lounge Off the beaten track, Sazani is a six-room lodge above a secluded cove on the quiet, east-facing side of the Nungwi peninsula — 15 minutes from Nungwi village and Kendwa, with an exclusive beach and lagoon directly below. Once our family's beach house, it has welcomed travelers since 1996 and still runs like a home rather than a hotel. All rooms have private bathrooms, traditional four-poster beds, fans, and furniture made from reclaimed dhow wood, set in a tropical garden with paths down to the beach. Tidal Lounge — our bar and dining space overlooking the ocean — serves breakfast, set-menu dinners, and drinks, with free WiFi for guests. Our food is sourced locally and responsibly, and our meals combine Zanzibar spice island cuisine with inspiration from our family's travels. We have solar back-up power and are sustainably run: no pool (fresh water is scarce on the island — the ocean, beach, and low-tide sandbanks are steps away), no AC (rooms are built to catch the sea breeze), drinking water filtered and served in glass, minimal plastic. Guests choose Sazani for the view, the quiet, and the small team who look after them — the resort strip is nearby when you want it.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal


Unlock members-only prices

Save instantly at this Genius property – just sign in or join for free
Sign in, save money

Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Select occupancy
Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
1 sofa bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
Facilities
Cleanliness
Comfort
Value for money
Location
Free Wifi

Select topics to read reviews:

See what guests loved the most:

Eszter
Hungary Hungary
Host and staff are so nice and helpful Calm and peaceful location, beach is beautiful and there is a sandbank nearby during low tide. Suitable for swimming all day. Restaurant on site is highly recommended, good quality, delicious and fresh meals...
Selecia
United States United States
I love the untouched and unspoiled beauty of this property. I found a new favorite place in Zanzibar!.
Jens
Mexico Mexico
It is a laid-back relaxed place, we loved the atmosphere which was very different compared to the other places around.
Thurmond
United States United States
Everyone was very nice, the facilities were clean and the property was beautiful with a nice view of the ocean. There is a nice beach you also have access to. Omar and the kitchen staff were very friendly, helpful and provided very good food....
Celia
Australia Australia
The vibes in this hotel are so nice , the view is incredible you can stay hours staring at the view in the chilling area , the rooms are comfortable and the staff so nice and friendly . Highly recommend this place if you look for a quiet piece of...
Ivy
United States United States
Intimate, gracious staff, and located by Sazani beach
Camille
Switzerland Switzerland
It is a quiet place surrounded by trees with an amazing view over the lagoon. The atmosphere is super familiar and the food amazingly fresh. The place is authentic and full of charm. It is the perfect place if you want to avoid the crowds of...
Dragan
North Macedonia North Macedonia
The staff is exceptional. The food and the location were perfect too. If you are looking for privacy and staying away from the noise that’s the spot. The beach is private and very beautiful.
Morwhenna
Netherlands Netherlands
Can’t recommend this place enough! The breakfast and location are on point. We got fresh fruit, juice, delicious french pressed coffee and we could chose from a selection of eggs with local pastries of the day. And to top it all off you can go for...
Dóra
Hungary Hungary
The place is magical. It feels very private as only a couple of houses/rooms are at the location. The owner is very friendly and his dogs are the best. We really enjoyed our time we spent here. The beach is directly there and there is no one else...

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Sazani Beach Tidal Lounge
  • Cuisine
    Seafood • Local • International • European • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Sazani Beach Lodge and Tidal Lounge

Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

House rules

Sazani Beach Lodge and Tidal Lounge takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 9:00 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.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardUnionPay credit cardCash

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the deposit must be paid by bank transfer. Credit cards are an accepted method of payment at the property.

Sazani is rustic by design and run by a small team. There is no pool, no AC, and no TV — this is a place for tides, stars, and unhurried days. Zanzibar's grid experiences load shedding; our solar system covers the essentials, and when the lights dim, we recommend the night sky. If you're looking for a resort, we're happily not it. If you're looking for quiet, welcome home.

Please inform Sazani Beach Lodge and Tidal Lounge 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.

FAQs about Sazani Beach Lodge and Tidal Lounge