Shanuo Beach Bungalows

2.0 star property
Beachfront guesthouse with calming spa services

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Beach/ocean view
Deluxe Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom | Terrace/patio
Dock
Triple Standard
Triple Standard | Terrace/patio
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Michamvi road, Michamvi, Unguja South Region
  • Popular LocationPingwe Beach3 min walk
  • Popular LocationMichamvi Kae Beach6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPaje Beach19 min drive
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)65 min drive

Room options

Triple Standard

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
Renovated in 2023
Fan
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Triple Deluxe

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
Renovated in 2023
Fan
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Double Standard

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
Renovated in 2023
Fan
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Double Deluxe

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
Renovated in 2023
Fan
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
Renovated in 2023
Fan
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Michamvi

At Shanuo Beach Bungalows you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Pingwe Beach and 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Dongwe Beach. Highlights at this beachfront guest house include free cooked-to-order breakfast, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sailing and snorkelling, as well as sunloungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and a fridge in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Michamvi guest house include Paje Beach and Jambiani Beach.

What's nearby

  • Pingwe Beach - 3 min walk
  • Michamvi Kae Beach - 6 min drive
  • Dongwe Beach - 7 min drive
  • Bwejuu Beach - 12 min drive
  • Paje Beach - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Rock - 2 min walk
  • Bar of Breezes - 6 min drive
  • Safari Bar @Breezes - 6 min drive
  • Kae Beach Bar - 7 min drive
  • The Gong Club - 9 min walk

About this property

Shanuo Beach Bungalows

Beachfront guesthouse with calming spa services
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Shanuo Beach Bungalows. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Shanuo Beach Bungalows was completed in May 2023.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Michamvi guest house.

  • 1 floor
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 5 buildings
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
Shanuo Beach Bungalows offers 15 accommodations with a hairdryer and fans. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hairdryers.

Languages

English, Italian, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Books
  • Fishing
  • Library
  • Sailing
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas

More

  • 5 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Floor
  • Renovated entire property - May 2023
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian-cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Dining table

More

  • Fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 1:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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:

  • Administrative fee: TZS 5000 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.

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a security system 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Shanuo Bungalows Michamvi
Shanuo Beach Bungalows Hostel
Shanuo Beach Bungalows Michamvi
Shanuo Beach Bungalows Guesthouse
Shanuo Beach Bungalows Guesthouse Michamvi

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Shanuo Beach Bungalows?

Yep, Shanuo Beach Bungalows has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Shanuo Beach Bungalows?

As of 24 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shanuo Beach Bungalows on 6 June 2024 start from AU$109.79, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Shanuo Beach Bungalows?

Yep, Shanuo Beach Bungalows is on Pingwe Beach. Fun beach activities include surfing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find boat tours.

What makes Shanuo Beach Bungalows a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Shanuo Beach Bungalows.

Does Shanuo Beach Bungalows serve breakfast?

Yeah, free cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shanuo Beach Bungalows?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shanuo Beach Bungalows?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Shanuo Beach Bungalows?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Shanuo Beach Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ousmahila, Atlanta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The property is nice. The staff and the owner are great. The owner is so great and customer focus.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amelie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thank you Shanuo!
Amazing place, really friendly staff!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

AHMED

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ahmed & Salima
Peaceful location friendly staff and beautiful view …
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

giusy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to spend days relaxing, sporty and delicious culinary experiences. Gillian a real treasure, I'll be back very soon. Lots of love, Josie xoxo
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Miguel

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Janne

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bed and Breakfast
Trevligt Bed and Breakfast, bara fläktar och myggnät på rummen men det fungerar. God frukost som serveras utanför rummet. Bra barservice. Trevlig personal och väldigt hjälpsam ägare.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Niels

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Schöner Aufenthalt
Super schöne Anlage mit freundlichem Personal. Haben immer ein Lachen auf dem Gesicht. Leider sind und die Betten zu hart gewesen und man konnte fast nicht schlafen. Auch keine Fenster und somit fast keine Privatsphäre hat uns nicht so gestört.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022