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Filao Beach Resort by Sansi

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Dates

May 2026

June 2026

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Pool
Breakfast included
Spa
Parking included
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant

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Chwaka Bay, East Coast, Chwaka, Unguja South, 4836

Place, Marumbi Beach
‪6 min drive‬
Place, Uroa Beach
‪10 min drive‬
Place, Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park
‪10 min drive‬
Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
‪53 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, Ocean View

Ocean view
27 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Free Wi-Fi

A room with a bed under a white canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of greenery outside.

Deluxe Room, Garden View

Garden view
27 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Free Wi-Fi

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Economy Room, 1 Bedroom

Garden view
25 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed
Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Chwaka

At Filao Beach Resort by Sansi you'll be 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Marumbi Beach. Highlights at this beachfront lodge include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .For a drink, you can stop by the lodge's own lounge bar. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and spa services. Each morning free continental breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions in proximity to this 4-property class Chwaka lodge include Paje Beach and Kiwengwa Beach.

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What's nearby

Marumbi Beach - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
Uroa Beach - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park - 10 min drive - 6.3 km
Pongwe Beach - 17 min drive - 15.6 km
Kiwengwa Beach - 27 min drive - 26.0 km

Getting around

Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

‪Baladin - ‬56 min drive
‪The Rock - ‬60 min drive
kae funk sunset beach bar
‪Zanzi Bar - ‬4 min drive
‪Sea Bar @ Uroa Bay Beach Resort - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Filao Beach Resort by Sansi

Some rates at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. At Filao Beach Resort by Sansi, pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities such as an outdoor pool.

Free breakfast is served daily. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Chwaka lodge is smoke free.

18 guestrooms or units

Continental breakfast (free)

Deli

Beach lounge chairs

Towels for the beach

Umbrellas for the beach

Poolside lounge chairs

Self-service laundry

Front desk (24 hours)

Storage area for luggage

Front desk safe

Tour and ticket information

Concierge

Garden

No smoking on site

Bar or lounge

Dining venue

Filao Beach Resort by Sansi offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers.

Bathrooms include a shower, bidets and complimentary toiletries. This Chwaka lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa. Services include massages.

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Pool
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Spa
Kids’ pool

includes taxes & fees

9 May - 10 May

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli

Things to do

Full-service spa
Outdoor pool

Family friendly

Cot (surcharge)
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Separate bedroom
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service

Outdoors

Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Garden
On the beach
Pool loungers

Full-service spa

Massage

Accessibility

No lift

Mosquito nets
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Cot (surcharge)
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Bidet
Free toiletries
Shower
Towels provided

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Refrigerator

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Desk
Safe
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

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

The property charges 5 per cent for credit card payments

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 136.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Airport shuttle fee: USD 63 per vehicle (one-way)
Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 136.0 per day
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Filao Beach Zanzibar Lodge Chwaka

Filao Beach Zanzibar Lodge

Filao Beach Zanzibar Chwaka

Filao Beach Zanzibar

Filao Beach By Sansi Chwaka

Filao Beach Resort Spa Zanzibar

Filao Beach Resort by Sansi Lodge

Filao Beach Resort by Sansi Chwaka

Filao Beach Resort by Sansi Lodge Chwaka

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi?

Filao Beach Resort by Sansi offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi?

Yep, Filao Beach Resort by Sansi has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Filao Beach Resort by Sansi?

The closest beach to Filao Beach Resort by Sansi is Paje Beach (17.7 km).

Is there a spa on site at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Does Filao Beach Resort by Sansi have a pool?

Filao Beach Resort by Sansi has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Filao Beach Resort by Sansi a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi.

Is Filao Beach Resort by Sansi family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Filao Beach Resort by Sansi is a hit with families.

Does Filao Beach Resort by Sansi serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental breakfast is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi?

No, pets are not allowed.

Filao Beach Resort by Sansi Reviews

7.4

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Mariusz

Travelled with family

5 Feb 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

First issue was that we had to pay high city tax which was not mentioned anywhere. Second issue was that when we arrived, our All-In option did not cover first day lunch so we had to pay, the same applied on departure. Hotel room was OK, nothing exceptional. The garden and pool area were well maintained and simply beautiful. The beach was as expected, all depends on sea tide, but not swimmable at any time. Hotel is isolated, so car is a must. Staff was very friendly and helpful. All-In drinks and cocktails were good. Food buffet was often serving local dishes but tasty and good variety. Over all good and relaxing stay in this hotel.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Okello

23 Oct 2025

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

It's was awesome

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mohammed toufik

19 Sept 2025

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Bad location

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

VICTORIA

24 Sept 2022

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Hilda

Travelled with family

24 June 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Hotel was closed for renovations and they didn’t inform us before we arrived. We had to look for an alternative place to stay at night and Expedia was not helpful either with finding another hotel. I would never recommend this place because of the lack of communication and inconvenience caused!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

28 Feb 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Quiet, gardens, secluded, nice staff, good facilities

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family

7 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great pool, but not a great beach

Our family stayed here 3 nights. The pool was great and so was the bar. It is a very secluded, small resort. It would take quite a while, and a driver, to go eat away from the resort. They have various meal packages which include, or don't include drinks. The beach is not swimmable, and not very sightly due to the amount of seaweed. But, if you look beyond the beach to the water and horizon, it's beautiful. They offer a boat ride Mon, Wed, and Fri to another beach to swim. The restaurant is outdoors, but covered. Rooms have individual AC units. We spent most of our time at the pool, or relaxing in a hammock.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Lyubomira

Travelled with group

30 Dec 2019

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner

8 Dec 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

One of the best experience! Wonderful staff, very friendly, they make as feel like part of their family. A very clean hotel, good service, exceptional food and beautiful cocktails! You can also find at the hotel a guide how can arrange your excursion around the island at a very good price. We fully recommend this hotel and look forward to returning soon. Mr Christopher

Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

12 June 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Five star experince😍

Nice place for family getaway and relaxation, there customer services is SUPER👍 from Managers to attendants, we enjoyed the night that there were African dances near the pool wish to have activities like these everyday. There rooms are superclean what U see in pictures is what U will see when u get there.We loved the addition of children play ground as we travelled with kids.Thank U for ur hospitality we will definetely come again

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

6 June 2019

Liked: Staff & service, amenities

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner

21 Dec 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Loved the intimacy, the bar on the beach and the fact that it is a SMALL RESORT. Staff were really friendly and helpful. Renovations might have dampened the experience a bit.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

2/10 Terrible

Roussel Steve

9 Jan 2026

***Nous avons fait tout notre séjour avec une télévision qui ne marchait pas on a vu la réception ils sont jamais venus réparer ni changer pourtant nous l’avons signalé le premier jour que nous sommes entrés tous les autres jours mais rien . J’ai pas du tout apprécié ***une autre chose que j’ai pas apprécié et que je réclame c’est la taxe qu’il nous ont fait payer $5 par personne pour 8 jours j’ai payer $80 de plus chose qui n’était pas mentionné sur le site , ma femme et moi nous avons fait tous nos calculs avant d’arriver là-bas et à notre grande surprise l’hôtel nous parle de taxe. C’est mieux de souvent le dire sur le site pour que nous ne soyons plus surpris . ***précisez aussi que votre buffet est à $20/pers ça permet de se préparer.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

20 Mar 2020

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Or

Travelled with family

15 Mar 2020

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Lorsque nous sommes arrivés il y avait plus de place pour nous dans l’hôtel nous avons donc été transférés dans un autre hôtel à plus d’1h de route !! Et quand nous sommes arrivés dans l’autre hôtel nous avons attendu plus d’1h afin d’avoir les clefs nous avons donc eu les clefs à 6h du matin !!! De plus nous avions réservé une chambre avec vue sur mer et l’autre hôtel n’avait plus de chambres avec vue sur mer pour nous !!!

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Imane

11 Mar 2020

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

28 Feb 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Sébastien

Travelled with family

20 Feb 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent rapport qualité prix a Zanzibar !

Tres bon hotel, tous confort! Personnel chaleureux aux petits soins ! Un bemol: aucun système autre que manuel ne permet d enregistrer et facturer les extras... 1h30 pour le check out, c est beaucoup trop!

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

18 Feb 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Virginie, Montpellier

Travelled with partner

17 Feb 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Un hotel charmant, à taille humaine, propre et avec une vue magnifique. Idéal pour une semaine de repos. Le personnel est accueillant et très attentionné. La cuisine est fraiche et délicieuse. Les chambres sont confortables, spacieuse et avec une vue magnifique.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Stéphanie

Travelled with family

16 Feb 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner

11 Jan 2020

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Total verdreckter Strand, Dreckiger Pool, Klimaanlage hat nicht funktioniert, Viele Speisen und Getränke waren in der Bar nicht vorrätig. Personal extrem langsam. Der einzige, der sich bemühte, war der Hoteldirektor. Max 1. Sterne Anlage, leider total veraltet

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

fabrizio

Travelled with family

9 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

M.Fuchs, Berlin

Travelled with group

9 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Die Economyzimmer sind ohne Kleiderschrank etwas gewöhnungsbedürftig. Das Essen ist gut bis sehr gut. Positiv ist auch dass es 3 Mal die Woche einen vom Hotel organisierten, kostenfreien Boottransfer zum gegenüberliegenden Strand (Kae) gibt. Dieser ist wunderschön

Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

MariaMatelli, MassaCarrara Italy

Travelled with family

2 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Struttura molto carina , accogliente. e pulita. il personale e molto gentile e premuroso. Il bar è sulla terrazza sulla baia ed è molto piacevole soggiornarvi.Il cibo è buono e si può mangiare a buffet o a la carte ,per la colazione , c'è un buffet buono ma non tutti i giorni ugualmente ricco.Nel complesso io e mio figlio ci siamo trovati molto bene anche per la professionalità del personale che ci ha aiutato ad organizzare le escursioni.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

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Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Outdoors

Full-service spa

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

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Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

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Important information

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Filao Beach Resort by Sansi Reviews

Reviews

Good

8.2/10

9.0/10

7.6/10

7.6/10

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mariusz

Mariusz

10/10 Excellent

Okello

Okello

6/10 Okay

Mohammed toufik

Mohammed toufik

10/10 Excellent

VICTORIA

VICTORIA

2/10 Terrible

Hilda

Hilda

2/10 Terrible