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4*-star property · ZANZIBAR

Sultan Sands Island Resort

Po Box 3276,Kiwengwa, North East Coast, ZANZIBAR

4* star rating 4*-star
What stands out
Wi-fi
Poolside snack bar
Gym
Restaurant
Bar
Spa treatments
About this hotel

The resort is situated beside its sister resort, the Bluebay Beach Resort and Spa, right in front of the expansive, sparkling beaches of Kiwengwa, on the east coast of Zanzibar. It is less than one leisurely hour's drive on an all weather tarmac road from Zanzibar International Airport. This uniquely constructed African resort offers guests a truly magical atmosphere, with a choice of 76 rooms, built in single-storey…

The resort is situated beside its sister resort, the Bluebay Beach Resort and Spa, right in front of the expansive, sparkling beaches of Kiwengwa, on the east coast of Zanzibar. It is less than one leisurely hour's drive on an all weather tarmac road from Zanzibar International Airport. This uniquely constructed African resort offers guests a truly magical atmosphere, with a choice of 76 rooms, built in single-storey, African-style rondavels. It is nestled onto the beachfront, framed by a 25-acre stretch of softly landscaped gardens, planted with over 1, 000 palm trees. Each unit contains two tastefully decorated rooms, with a separate changing room leading into the superbly appointed en suite bathroom. Facilities on offer at the hotel include a TV lounge, a kids' club, a bar, a disco and a restaurant. Conference facilities are also available for business guests. Each room offers a spacious bedroom, a separate dressing room, an en suite bathroom with shower and a verandah or balcony. They are furnished with tasteful traditional Zanzibar furniture, including either one large bed or two queen-size beds with mosquito nets. A touch of modernity is added by split air conditioning, ceiling fans, a satellite television, a minibar, a hairdryer, a safe and a telephone. Guests can enjoy a dip in the swimming pool or work out in the hotel gym.

Your stay
Check-in
29 Aug 2026
From 18:00
Check-out
01 Sep 2026
Until 11:00
Guests
2A · 0C · 1R
3 nights

Available at the property for an extra charge (payable at the hotel where applicable):

Transfer service charge applies
Amenities & services

38 facilities across 9 categories.

Facilities
19
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Wi-fi
  • Concierge
  • Transfer service
  • Gym
  • Car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Medical service
  • Laundry service
  • Key Collection
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • 24-hour reception
  • Hotel safe
  • Terrace
  • Cloakroom
  • Shop
  • Garden
Entertainment
6
  • Parasols
  • Children’s swimming area (1)
  • Outdoor freshwater pool (3)
  • Kids’ club
  • Nightclub
  • TV lounge
Catering
3
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Bar
Location
2
  • Total number of rooms (76)
  • Number of floors (main building) (76)
Business
2
  • Business centre
  • Conference room
Health
2
  • Massage
  • Spa treatments
Sports
2
  • Tennis
  • Fitness
Hotel type
1
  • hotel
Meals
1
  • Breakfast
Room types at this hotel

28 room categories — choose live availability and pricing on the right.

Double · Dx Vm
Sleeps 1–2
Double · Dx Wv
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Gv
Sleeps 1–3
Double · Kg Su
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Sf Su
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Standard
Sleeps 1–2
Double · St 1
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Su
Sleeps 1–3
Double · Su 1
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Su Vm
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Vm
Sleeps 1–4
Dbt · 2b
Sleeps 1–6

+ 16 more room categories — full list appears in the rates panel

Location

Po Box 3276,Kiwengwa, North East Coast, ZANZIBAR

Distance from key points
  • Beach
  • Airport
Good to know
House rules
  • Check-inFrom 18:00
  • Check-outUntil 11:00

Times as published by the property — confirmed on your voucher.

Payment at the hotel
  • American Express
  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • Diners Club

When you book through Green Apple, you pay in AED via Paymob — Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay, 3DS-secure.

Why book through Green Apple
Same hotel · better price

Net rates negotiated directly with Hotelbeds — often lower than the property's own site, always all-in.

Real humans on WhatsApp

Mid-trip change? Late arrival? Message +971 4 284 6712 — a person replies.

Established 2012

A DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house. IATA TIDS registered. 13+ years of arranging stays.

Guests also considered

Travelling to Tanzania? We handle the visa too.

Green Apple is a DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house — the same desk that books your room can prepare your Tanzania visa file. One conversation covers the whole trip.

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sultan Sands Island Resort?

Most properties check guests in from around 14:00 and check out by around 12:00 — the exact times are set by the hotel and appear on your voucher. Early check-in or late check-out can be requested, subject to availability — message our concierge on WhatsApp and we'll arrange it where the property allows.

Can I cancel my booking at Sultan Sands Island Resort?

Cancellation policy is set per rate. Each rate card in the booking widget shows whether it is refundable and the exact deadline. Free-cancellation rates can be cancelled in seconds from your confirmation email. Non-refundable rates are clearly flagged before payment.

Is breakfast included?

Some rates include breakfast and others don't. The board basis (Room Only / Bed & Breakfast / Half Board / Full Board / All Inclusive) is shown on every rate card, so the choice is yours.

What payment methods does the hotel accept?

At the property, Sultan Sands Island Resort accepts American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club. When you book through Green Apple, payment is handled in AED via Paymob (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay) — secure 3DS checkout, no surprises.

What amenities does Sultan Sands Island Resort offer?

Key amenities at Sultan Sands Island Resort include Wi-fi, Poolside snack bar, Gym, Restaurant, Bar. A full list of facilities is available in the amenities section of this page.

Why book through Green Apple Travel?

Green Apple is a Dubai-rooted travel house, established 2012 and IATA TIDS registered. We negotiate net rates directly with global suppliers (Hotelbeds) so you book the same hotel — often at a lower all-in price — and you get a real human on WhatsApp if anything changes mid-trip.
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