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Filao Beach Resort by Sansi

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
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Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Chwaka Bay, East Coast, Chwaka, Unguja South Region, 00000
  • Place, Marumbi Beach
    â€Ș6 min drive‬
  • Place, Uroa Beach
    â€Ș10 min drive‬
  • Place, Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park
    â€Ș10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    â€Ș53 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, Ocean View

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

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

Deluxe Room, Garden View

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

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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

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

Economy Room, 1 Bedroom

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

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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.

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

  • â€ȘBaladin - ‬61 min drive
  • â€ȘThe Rock - ‬60 min drive
  • kae funk sunset beach bar
  • â€ȘZanzi Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • â€ȘSea 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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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
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

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

More

  • 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

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 40 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mariusz

Travelled with family
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

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's was awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mohammed toufik

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bad location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

VICTORIA

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Hilda

Travelled with family
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

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
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
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
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

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

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
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

***Nous avons fait tout notre sĂ©jour avec une tĂ©lĂ©vision qui ne marchait pas on a vu la rĂ©ception ils sont jamais venus rĂ©parer ni changer pourtant nous l’avons signalĂ© le premier jour que nous sommes entrĂ©s tous les autres jours mais rien . J’ai pas du tout apprĂ©ciĂ© ***une autre chose que j’ai pas apprĂ©ciĂ© et que je rĂ©clame 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 mentionnĂ© sur le site , ma femme et moi nous avons fait tous nos calculs avant d’arriver lĂ -bas et Ă  notre grande surprise l’hĂŽtel nous parle de taxe. C’est mieux de souvent le dire sur le site pour que nous ne soyons plus surpris . ***prĂ©cisez aussi que votre buffet est Ă  $20/pers ça permet de se prĂ©parer.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Or

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Lorsque nous sommes arrivĂ©s il y avait plus de place pour nous dans l’hĂŽtel nous avons donc Ă©tĂ© transfĂ©rĂ©s dans un autre hĂŽtel Ă  plus d’1h de route !! Et quand nous sommes arrivĂ©s dans l’autre hĂŽtel nous avons attendu plus d’1h afin d’avoir les clefs nous avons donc eu les clefs Ă  6h du matin !!! De plus nous avions rĂ©servĂ© une chambre avec vue sur mer et l’autre hĂŽtel n’avait plus de chambres avec vue sur mer pour nous !!!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Imane

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

SĂ©bastien

Travelled with family
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 systĂšme 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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Virginie, Montpellier

Travelled with partner
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 trÚs 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
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Total verdreckter Strand, Dreckiger Pool, Klimaanlage hat nicht funktioniert, Viele Speisen und GetrĂ€nke waren in der Bar nicht vorrĂ€tig. Personal extrem langsam. Der einzige, der sich bemĂŒhte, war der Hoteldirektor. Max 1. Sterne Anlage, leider total veraltet
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

fabrizio

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

M.Fuchs, Berlin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Die Economyzimmer sind ohne Kleiderschrank etwas gewöhnungsbedĂŒrftig. Das Essen ist gut bis sehr gut. Positiv ist auch dass es 3 Mal die Woche einen vom Hotel organisierten, kostenfreien Boottransfer zum gegenĂŒberliegenden Strand (Kae) gibt. Dieser ist wunderschön
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

MariaMatelli, MassaCarrara Italy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Struttura molto carina , accogliente. e pulita. il personale e molto gentile e premuroso. Il bar Ăš sulla terrazza sulla baia ed Ăš molto piacevole soggiornarvi.Il cibo Ăš buono e si puĂČ mangiare a buffet o a la carte ,per la colazione , c'Ăš un buffet buono ma non tutti i giorni ugualmente ricco.Nel complesso io e mio figlio ci siamo trovati molto bene anche per la professionalitĂ  del personale che ci ha aiutato ad organizzare le escursioni.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019