Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools

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Birthday party area
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
Billiards
Standard Room, Garden View (Pwani)
Restaurant

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa
The current price is NZ$599
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

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PO BOX 3276,KIWENGWA, NORTH EAST COAST, Kiwengwa, Unguja North Region
  • Kiwengwa Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Mapenzi Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Muyuni Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

Bungalow (Baobab)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Room, With No Sea View (Bahari)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, Garden View (Pwani)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Room, Sea Facing (Bahari)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Kiwengwa

A luxury stay in Kiwengwa awaits you at Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa. You'll be 33.2 km (20.6 mi) from Nungwi Beach and 32.6 km (20.3 mi) from Kendwa Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 3 outdoor swimming pools, 2 beach bars and a restaurant. .A day of pampering can include massages and facials. The restaurant, Kivuli Bar N Restaurant, is open for lunch and dinner. Mawimbi bar / Lounge is the hotel's own pub. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site kids' club, outdoor tennis court and kids' swimming pool. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of airport pick-up service. .Near this 4.5-property class Kiwengwa hotel, you'll find Kiwengwa Beach.

What's nearby

  • Kiwengwa Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mapenzi Beach - 11 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Pwani Mchangani Beach - 11 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Pongwe Beach - 16 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 17 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪z-lodge zanzibar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Andiamo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Green & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Spice Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gabi Beach - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa

Luxury hotel on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools
Some rates at Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa 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.

As a guest of Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa, you'll find 3 outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor tennis court, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 beach bars and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

You'll find a business centre on site. Spa services, a terrace, and a children's club are also featured at the luxury Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Kiwengwa hotel.

  • 76 guestrooms or units
  • 38 buildings
  • 2 bars on the beach
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Kid's club
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa offers 76 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and a safe. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a ceiling fan. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include facials and body treatments.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Kivuli Bar N Restaurant
  • Mawimbi bar / Lounge
  • Mwambao

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 38 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

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
Minimum check-in age - 16

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 90
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 45 (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 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 70 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 5)

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Sultan Sands
Sultan Sands Island Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Island Resort
Sultan Sands Island Resort Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Island Hotel Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Island Resort Zanzibar/Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Island
Sultan Sands Island Resort Zanzibar Island/Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Resort Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Resort
Sultan Sands Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands
Sultan Sands & Spa Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa?

Yep, Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa?

As of 23 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa on 28 Sept 2025 start from NZ$582.43, 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 Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa?

The closest beach to Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa is Nungwi Beach (29.3 km).

Is there a spa on site at Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like facials and body treatments.

Does Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa have a pool?

Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa has 3 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa.

Does Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary buffet breakfast is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa?

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa?

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

Are pets allowed at Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.