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The Sands Beach Resort property with pool and bungalows by the sea

Zanzibar Lodges

The Sands Beach Resort on Dongwe Bay, Zanzibar

The resort is located on Dongwe Bay in the south-east of Zanzibar and offers a private beach and a tropical garden.

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Level
Classic
Location
Dongwe Bay, Zanzibar's south-east coast
Rooms
20 rooms and villas (Standard, Seaview, Two-Bedroom with Pool, Family)
Board
Half board or full board
  • Covered dining area with laid tables at Dongwe Bay
  • Interior of a room with four-poster bed and terrace access
  • Aerial view of the property with pool, palm trees and the sea

Key facts

LocationDongwe Bay, Zanzibar's south-east coast
Distance to gate and airstripAround 1 hour's drive from Zanzibar Airport and Stone Town
Rooms20 rooms and villas (Standard, Seaview, Two-Bedroom with Pool, Family)
BoardHalf board or full board
FacilitiesLarge pool, restaurant, beach bar, private beach, tropical garden, tea and biscuits daily at 5 pm
Price level€
Seasonopen all year round

Location and surroundings

The Sands Beach Resort lies on Dongwe Bay on the south-east coast of Zanzibar. The resort is around an hour’s drive from both Zanzibar Airport and Stone Town.

Dongwe Bay on the south-east coast of Zanzibar is well suited to a quiet beach stay after a safari on the mainland. If you are looking for alternative accommodation on the island, you can find further properties in the overview of lodges in Zanzibar.

Rooms and facilities

The 20 rooms and villas comprise standard twin rooms, standard bungalows, sea-view villas, villas with two bedrooms and a private pool, and family villas. The property includes a large pool, a restaurant and a beach bar on the private beach. Complimentary tea with biscuits is served daily at 5 pm.

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Updated on October 11, 2026

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