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Hotel Amenities
Renovations + Closures
The property is closed between May 5 and June 1.
Property Features
Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. At Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar you can cool off in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.
Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Dining options at the hotel include a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Onsite uncovered self parking is complimentary.
Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar has designated areas for smoking.
- Walkway to water
- Daily
- Couples/private dining
- Number of outdoor pools - 3
- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
- Number of bars/lounges - 1
- Full-service spa
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Beach umbrellas
- Free breakfast
- Uncovered parking
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Free self parking
- Beach sun loungers
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Free WiFi
- Pool sun loungers
- Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Spa services on site
- Terrace
- Luggage storage
- Proposal/romance packages available
- Secured bicycle storage
- Wheelchair accessible – no
- Free continental breakfast
- Number of restaurants - 1
- Concierge services
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Shopping on site
- Designated smoking areas
- Pool umbrellas
- Beach towels
- Total number of rooms - 16
- No accessible airport shuttle
- Airport transportation (surcharge)
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Family Friendly Amenities
- On private beach
- Number of outdoor pools - 3
- Free WiFi
- Free cribs/infant beds
Room Amenities
Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
- Air conditioning
- Minibar
- Coffee/tea maker
- Daily housekeeping
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- In-room safe
- Ceiling fan
- Desk
- Premium bedding
- Turndown service
- Free bottled water
- Wireless internet access
- Access via exterior corridors
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Shower only
- Egyptian-cotton sheets
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Electric kettle
- Portable fan
- Towels provided
- Bedsheets provided
- Number of bathrooms - 1
- Number of beds 3
- Champagne service
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Parking
Free self parking
Internet
Available in all rooms: Wireless internet access
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Food & Drink
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar has a restaurant on site.
Spa Services
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Sunshine Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is open daily.
- Deep tissue massage
- Manicures and pedicures
- Body treatments
- Facial treatments
- Body scrubs
- Massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Well-lit path to entrance
Nearby Activities
3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with complimentary bicycles.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Free bicycles on site
- Snorkeling nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
Hotel Policies
Payment types
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
- Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 60 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Check-in
Check-in time starts at noon
Check-in time ends at 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age is: 18
Check-out
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Front desk opens daily at 7:00 AM
Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO)
Front desk closes daily at 11:30 PM
Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
Property does not require health documentation at check-in
Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
Cashless transactions are available
Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
Temperature checks are available to guests
Masks are not compulsory at the property
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Contactless food service / room service is not available
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Contactless check-out is not available
Staff does not wear personal protective equipment
Mobile key entry is not available
Debit cards not accepted
Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
Protective clothing is not available to guests
No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Staffed front desk
Social distancing measures are in place
Contactless check-in is not available
No rollaway/extra beds available
No elevators
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Smoke detector
Service animals not allowed
Individually-wrapped food options are not available
No gap period between guest stays
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Free cribs (infant beds)!
Pet Policy
- No pets or service animals allowed
We should mention
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Hotel Names
- Sunshine Bay Hotel
- Sunshine Bay Zanzibar Matemwe
- Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar Hotel
- Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar Matemwe
- Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar Hotel Matemwe
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