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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
Billiards
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar
Restaurant
Sultan Sands offers tropical relaxation and activity. Unwind on white sand beaches, enjoy spa treatments, or explore the ocean with snorkeling and kayaking. The Mwambao restaurant serves delicious meals, and two beach bars offer cocktails with ocean views.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • All-inclusive
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is HK$2,226
HK$2,667 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Restaurant

On the beach

This hotel is located on the beach. Take a relaxing stroll on the white sand beach. Experience the magic of ocean-view dining with an unforgettable meal at the restaurant. Relax and unwind with a cocktail at one of 2 beach bars. Several on-site activities to enjoy during your visit include snorkelling and kayaking. Popular nearby activities worth checking out include windsurfing and fishing.

Dining
Beach/ocean view

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 10 - Sep 11
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Tomorrow

Sep 11 - Sep 12
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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

View all photos for Bungalow (Baobab)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar

Bungalow (Baobab)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Room, With No Sea View (Bahari)

Shower, rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, towels

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
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar

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
  • 313 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Beach/ocean view

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
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Kiwengwa, Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kiwengwa Beach and Mnemba Island. Kidichi Spice Farm and Siso Spice Farm are also worth visiting. Windsurfing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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PO BOX 3276,KIWENGWA, NORTH EAST COAST, Kiwengwa, Unguja North Region

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

About this property

Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa

Luxury hotel near Kiwengwa Beach
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, 2 beach bars and a terrace at Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa. With a white sand beach, kayaking and snorkelling, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, a body treatment or a facial. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Mwambao, the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as shopping on-site and a garden.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, an outdoor tennis court and airport pick-up service (surcharge)
  • Concierge services, a front desk safe and a TV in reception
Room features
All 76 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and hairdryers
  • Separate sitting areas, electric kettles and ceiling fans

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 70 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 5)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Sultan Sands Island Resort Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Island Resort
Sultan Sands Island Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Island
Sultan Sands Island Resort Zanzibar Island/Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Island Hotel Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands
Sultan Sands & Spa Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa Hotel
Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa Kiwengwa
Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa Hotel Kiwengwa

Frequently asked questions

Does Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

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

As of 10 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa on 11 Sept 2025 start from HK$2,226.48, excluding 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.

Is Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of USD 70 per vehicle applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa?

Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.

Where is Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa located?

This Kiwengwa hotel is on the beach, 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Kiwengwa Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mapenzi Beach and Pwani Mchangani Beach. Pongwe Beach and Muyuni Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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