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Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar

3.5 star property
Beachside hotel to enjoy 3 outdoor pools and white sand beach

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Deluxe Suite with Ocean View | View from room
Deluxe Suite with Ocean View
Property grounds
On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Zanzibar, Matemwe, Unguja North Region
  • Place, Mnemba Island
  • Place, Kigomani Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Muyuni Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪76 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite with Partial Ocean View

Suite with Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Partial ocean view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Suite with Garden View | View from room

Suite with Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Champagne service
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Suite with Ocean View | View from room

Deluxe Suite with Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Champagne service
  • Ocean view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Matemwe

At Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar you'll be 1.7 km (1 mi) from Kigomani Beach and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Muyuni Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 3 outdoor swimming pools, a full-service spa and a restaurant. .A day of pampering at Sunshine Spa can include deep-tissue massages, body scrubs and mani/pedis. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and free use of bicycles. Free continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Matemwe hotel, you'll be 20.1 km (12.5 mi) from Nungwi Beach.

What's nearby

  • Kigomani Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 8 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 23 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Nungwi Beach - 37 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Kendwa Beach - 38 min drive - 23.0 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunshine Marine Lodge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mzee Husa Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Snack Restaurant Ngalawa - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Zanziblue - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Zen Zero - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar

Beachside hotel to enjoy 3 outdoor pools and white sand beach
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. At Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar, you can cool off in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is served daily. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • On-site shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Sunshine Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle storage
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 5 May and 1 June.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 80
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 40 (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 80
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 40 (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 60 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Sunshine Bay Hotel
Sunshine Bay Zanzibar Matemwe
Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar Hotel
Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar Matemwe
Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar Hotel Matemwe

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar?

Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar?

Yep, Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar?

The closest beach to Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar is Kendwa Beach (12.4 km).

Is there a spa on site at Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar?

Yep, Sunshine Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar have a pool?

Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar has 3 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

What makes Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a champagne service, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar.

Does Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary continental brekkie is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar?

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 Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abdullah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

enez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirvyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 2 nights in Sunshine Bay Hotel. We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this hotel, and I can't recommend it highly enough! From the moment we arrived, the staff were incredibly attentive and welcoming, ensuring that we felt comfortable and well taken care of throughout our stay. Every request was met with a smile, and they went above and beyond to make our experience seamless. The hotel facilities were top-notch—everything was pristine and designed with comfort in mind. The room was spacious, beautifully appointed, and offered every amenity I could need. The attention to detail in both the public spaces and private rooms truly stood out. Whether it was enjoying a delicious meal at the hotel restaurant, relaxing by the pool, or simply taking in the stunning views from the beach, every aspect of the hotel exceeded our expectations. I left feeling fully relaxed and refreshed and can't wait for my next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelika

Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Uten tvil den flotteste plassen vi har vært på. Rommet gav følelsen av å bo på safari, stilrent og god komfort Området rundt var frodig og flott. Stranden var hvit og ble avgrenset fra resten av hotellene ved høyvann, slik at det gav en følelse av at vi var alene. Veldig hyggelige ansatte, lokalbefolkning og masaier.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

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

Helt underbart!

Detta boendet kan vi varmt rekommendera! Underbart läge och mycket fin service. Stranden är jättefin och superfint att bada vid högvatten. Poolområdet med tre pooler och också väldigt fint, även där finns det sand. Hotellpersonalen är helt fantastisk och maten är kanon! Det finns inte mycket att göra runtomkring men möjlighet till utflykter är mycket bra. Vi har faktiskt ingenting att klaga på.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023