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Sand and Sunset

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Front of property
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Sea View
Restaurant
Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
17 July - 18 July

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Kendwa Rocks Road, Zanzibar, Kendwa, Unguja North Region
  • Place, Kendwa Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Simba Padel
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Sea View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

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

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Partial Sea View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Double or Twin Room, City View

Family Double or Twin Room, City View

  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Kendwa

At Sand and Sunset you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Kendwa Beach and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Nungwi Beach. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Attractions in proximity to this 3.5-property class Kendwa hotel include Mnemba Island and Kiwengwa Beach.

What's nearby

  • Kendwa Beach - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Tazari Caves - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Simba Padel - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Nungwi Beach - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium - 9 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tam Tam Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Promenade Main Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Kendwa Rocks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kulinarium - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Sand and Sunset

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Sand and Sunset also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Kendwa hotel.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Sand and Sunset offers 7 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. A pillow menu is available. Satellite televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, bidets and hairdryers. This Kendwa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per week, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 15
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per week plus a one-off USD 15 cleaning fee
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Sand Sunset
Sand and Sunset Hotel
Sand and Sunset Kendwa
Sand and Sunset Hotel Kendwa

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Sand and Sunset?

The closest beach to Sand and Sunset is Nungwi Beach (3 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Sand and Sunset?

As of 7 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sand and Sunset on 17 July 2026 start from AU$133, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What makes Sand and Sunset a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sand and Sunset.

Does Sand and Sunset serve breakfast?

You bet, free buffet brekkie is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sand and Sunset?

No, Sand and Sunset does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sand and Sunset?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Sand and Sunset?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sand and Sunset?

Furry friends are welcome at Sand and Sunset, with food and water bowls on offer.

Sand and Sunset Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room clean good restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Greatest experience in Kendwa. Big thanks to the staff that was wonderful. We loved hanging out with Thimothee he gave the best service we ever had.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Hollie

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ivo

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026