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Sultan Sands

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

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Exterior
Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe
Interior
On the beach, white sand, snorkelling, 2 beach bars
Lobby
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • SpaSpaSpa
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • All-inclusiveAll-inclusiveAll-inclusive

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PO BOX 3276,KIWENGWA, NORTH EAST COAST, Kiwengwa, Unguja North Region
  • Popular LocationMapenzi Beach12 min drive
  • Popular LocationKiwengwa Beach12 min drive
  • Popular LocationMuyuni Beach14 min drive
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)45 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Bungalow (Baobab)

Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Bungalow (Baobab)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Junior Suite, Sea Facing

Junior Suite, Sea Facing

Junior Suite, Sea Facing

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, Garden View (Pwani)

Standard Room, Garden View (Pwani)

Standard Room, Garden View (Pwani)

8/10 Very good

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Room, Sea Facing (Bahari)

Superior Room, Sea Facing (Bahari)

Superior Room, Sea Facing (Bahari)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

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

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About the area

Kiwengwa

A luxury stay in Kiwengwa awaits you at Sultan Sands. You'll be within a 10-minute walk of Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Kiwengwa 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. .With a stay at this 4.5-property class Kiwengwa hotel, you'll be 33.2 km (20.6 mi) from Nungwi Beach.

What's nearby

  • Pwani Mchangani Beach - 10 min drive
  • Mapenzi Beach - 12 min drive
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 12 min drive
  • Muyuni Beach - 14 min drive
  • Pongwe Beach - 17 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Spice Restaurant - 7 min drive
  • Sipano Reastaurant - 4 min drive
  • The Green & Grill - 8 min drive
  • The Jetty - 6 min drive
  • Andiamo - 8 min drive

About this property

Sultan Sands

Luxury hotel on the beach, with 3 outdoor swimming pools
Some rates at Sultan Sands 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, 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. 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 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.

Languages

English

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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body treatments
  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 38 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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
For more details, 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

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:

  • 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 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. 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. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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 Hotel
Sultan Sands Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Hotel Kiwengwa

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Sultan Sands?

Yep, Sultan Sands has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Sultan Sands?

As of 28 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sultan Sands on 7 Jun 2024 start from NZ$536.49, 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?

The closest beach to Sultan Sands is Nungwi Beach (29.3 km).

Is there a spa on site at Sultan Sands?

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

Does Sultan Sands have a pool?

Sultan Sands 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 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.

Does Sultan Sands 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?

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?

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at Sultan Sands?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Sultan Sands Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 42 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed!
A last minute booking that really delivered. There was an actual beautiful beach to walk on. Exceptional entertainment, variety and flavorful food, great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

nena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It is amazing hotel, cosy and sweet…

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing, lovely place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jakub

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was really nice.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friends
We had a fun stay at Sultan Sands. It was very beautiful and the service was good. The location does feel a bit way from things and locals on the beach prevent any swimming or relaxation because of the constant selling.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Stay, looking forward to return one day
Fantastic Stay!, comfortable, polite staff, Spa was amazing , Food was excellent and accommodating for Food Intolerances. Some of the Sunbeds could do with being improved, Cider, Rose and Procecco on the AI menu would be be a great Addition :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Samir Samsuddin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Emmanouil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not a 5* hotel, but nice location and beach
Hotel is NOT a 5* as shown on hotels.com Hotel is 4* so check again before book I paid for 5* but I realized soon that its not the case. Dinner mediocre boring food buffet, some fish and some beef cooked for guests but nothing special. I ended up eating pasta 3 days in a row. No wine list, only one available lager beer. Breakfast had limited options, Juices not fresh, some deserts were ok. Pool service not available. When asked for some food at the pool around 15-15:30 bcz our kids were starving they sent us to go to next hotel. When we asked for advertised kids room they sent us to next hotel. Even spa massage etc are done in next hotel (Blue bay). Only option at pool was to stand in line with all the ALL inclusive guests to order something. Asked for baby crib twice, reception said they had no cribs available (too many families) but later a cleaning lady saw my wife with babyand offered to bring a crib Expect some locals to try sell trips/coconuts/souvenirs on the beach, but for me its part of the experience, so nothing to worry, just smile and avoid them. Security always around so not worries. Wifi was not good in room, but worst was that our room was connected with next room by a locked door, so we could hear almost all noise from next door guests. Live music everynight and good atmosphere in general ! Personal was happy to help and with smile. When asked at receptiona at checkout about not being a 5* as advertised, they ignored me unfortunately...
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Zaytuny

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020