Smiles Beach Hotel

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Independent
8.2 (108 reviews)
North Coast of Zanzibar, Nungwi, 1111 , Nungwi , TZ
255-77-3444105

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Facilities

Full-service spa
Boat tours nearby
Parasailing nearby
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
Picnic area
Snorkeling nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Poor food quality
Issues with room locks

Categories

Cleanliness
8.16
Nice and clean room, though some mentioned stains on bedsheets.
Service
8.63
Friendly staff and good service from reception to housekeeping.
Location
9.17
Perfect location with a private beach area.
Room Quality
8.12
Spacious rooms with good nets but simple interior.
Amenities
8.65
Beautiful outdoor area, spa, and generator for electricity.
Value for Money
8.11
Fantastic value for a 3-star hotel, though some dining issues noted.
Food and Beverage
6.16
Food in the restaurant was not eatable, breakfast was a catastrophe.
Overall Experience
8.63
Overall a good experience, but food quality did affect the stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 02:16

Property Description

Discover your paradise at Smiles Beach Hotel, where relaxation meets fun in the sun.

Ultimate Relaxation
Unwind at our full-service spa, offering rejuvenating massages and body treatments that will leave you feeling refreshed.

Outdoor Adventures
Spend your days soaking in the sun at our private beach or take a dip in the inviting outdoor pool, perfect for those seeking a blend of adventure and leisure.

Comfort & Convenience
Each of our 22 air-conditioned rooms features a furnished balcony or patio, allowing you to savor stunning views. Enjoy modern amenities including refrigerators, LCD televisions, and rainfall showers for a truly comfortable stay.

Embrace the beauty of Nungwi—book your stay at Smiles Beach Hotel today!

Important information:

  • Up to 4 children 1 year old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 108 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.16
Service: 8.63
Location: 9.17
Room Quality: 8.12
Amenities: 8.65
Value for Money: 8.11
Food and Beverage: 6.16
Overall Experience: 8.63
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Jelena • couple • lt
10
Pros:

viskas tiko ir patiko..Jeigu norite ramaus poilsio salia veiksmo si vieta tikrai jums🙂 Maistas pusryčiai ir vakarienės buvo labai skanios galima pasirinkti kiekvieną diena is meniu skirtinga patiekalą. Atvykus 5h ryto dave kambari kas tikrai labai pagelbejo po sunkios keliones,nes įsiregistravimas buna tik dienos metu.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Thirulok chandar • family_with_children • in
8
Good stay in the serene coast of Nungwi
Pros:

The location is Calm and good. Sea view is partially visible from bed windows and the views from balcony is good. This place is good for family.

Cons:

No any kids friendly amenities. Nothing much to dislike

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Tobias • extended_group • fr
7
Pros:

Emplacement au top rapport qualité prix imbattable

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Shantel Hutton • family_with_children • zw
8
2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Kaspar Tennokese • family_with_children • ee
7
Hea asukohaga rahulik hotell väga hinnatud Nungwi piirkonnas.
Pros:

Hotellil on hea asukoht ja asub kohe mere ääres. Hotell asub kohe turutänava lähedal ca 5min jalutada ja saab käi turul ning turu juures olevas kaupluses. Hotellil on suur territoorium, mis on ranna poolt piiratud nööriga, nöörist üle kohalikud tulla ei tohi, siis ajab turvamees nad ära (see on päris hea, sest kohalikud soovivad iga hinna eest sulle midagi maha müüa). Territoorium on ilusti turvatud ja rannas on koguaeg valvurid. Hommikusöök on veidi nigel, kuid värskelt tehtav omlett on maitsev ja ajab asja ära. Õhtusöögid on kolmekäigulised ja need on päris hästi valmistatud ja saab valida 4 põhiroa vahel (sh on alati üks toit taimetoitlastele). Koristus toimub iga päev, voodilinasid ja rätikuid vahetatakse iga päev. Hotellil on suur sooja veega bassein, kus saab vahepeal ujuda ja mõnusalt aega veeta (eriti siis, kui on suur mõõn ja rannas ujuda ei saa). Hotelli personal on sõbralik ja võimaluselt tullakse sinu soovidele vastu. Tubades on konditsioneerid ja külmkapid, vannitoad on suured ja avarad ning tagatud oli koguaeg soe vesi.

Cons:

Kõrval ehitatakse uut hotelli ja selle ehitusmüra kostab väga hästi tuppa (eriti hommikul oli see häiriv). Lisaks kostis õuest tuppa konditsioneeride mürin ja generaatorite mürin (kui vool oli ära läinud). Piirkonnas on vool väga kõikuv ja pidevalt läks vool ära, mis ei ole hotelli süü. Hotelli üldine väljanägemine on veidi väsinud ja vajaks kohati uuendamist (territooriumil juba uue hotelli ehitus käib, et ilmselt siis renoveeritakse ka olemas olev osa ära). Territoorium on külastajate arvu kohta võrdlemisi suur, kuid kui on rohkem hotelli külastajaid, siis päikesevarje ikka ei jagunud (tuleks neid juurde paigaldada, sest ruumi on kõvasti). Basseini baarist soovisime tellida kokteile (ilma alkoholita), kuid kokteili vahendid said otsa 3 päeval ja neid ei suudetud 4 päevaga juurde hankida, ennem sai reis läbi.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Pavel • couple • ru
10
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Gotcha • solo_traveller • bw
10
in a nut shell i had the best private 40th birthday dinner.it was so beautiful and iam greatful
Pros:

the meals were absolutely delicious.Fresh and sweet fruits always

Cons:

relaxation by the pool was beautiful with clean surroundings.

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Claudia • family_with_children • de
8
2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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URSULA LÄNG AKIMANA • family_with_children • ch
8
Pros:

Die Lage am Strand. Auch das Eestaurant war vorne am Strand.
Das Essen war sehr gut das Personal freundlich.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Léo • couple • fr
10
Parfait
Pros:

Emplacement idéal, employés très compétant et à l’écoute

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Beatriz • extended_group • pt
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Mathieu • family_with_children • fr
7
Superbe emplacement et propreté, mais accueil et service décevants
Pros:

La chambre : Spacieuse, confortable et surtout très propre. C'est un excellent point.

​l'emplacement : L'hôtel est idéalement situé sur la magnifique plage de Nungwi.

La restauration : Le petit-déjeuner est léger et manque de variété. Le soir, le menu (entrée, plat, dessert) est correct et bien présenté, mais reste très classique.

Cons:

Le personnel : C’est l’aspect le plus décevant. L’accueil manque de chaleur et de convivialité. Le personnel est peu souriant, ce qui ne donne pas un sentiment d'hospitalité très agréable.


​Le service du midi : À noter que le déjeuner n'est pas inclus dans la formule All Inclusive. Nous avons dû attendre 40 minutes pour seulement deux sandwichs, ce qui est beaucoup trop long pour un service à la carte.

2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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tangodelta55 • Family
6
Ok - but better hotels nearby
Pros:

There are many positives to this hotel, but significant negatives too.

The positives are:
fantastic location on beach front. Close to nearby restaurants and bars, but distant enough to be away from busy madness of it all. Nice pool.

The staff are helpful and friendly. The rooms nice but a bit basic , with limited hot water and maids forgetting to leave water, towels etc.

The major downside is the food. Awful!
The breakfast had almost empty hot food containers of died up, tasteless food, despite more than one hour of service still remaining. Pastries inedible.

Don't stay for half board. Luckily, we only booked bed and breakfast, but tried the evening menu once. It was awful !

The other downside is no alcohol. Not too much of problem as it's a Muslim country, and there are several bars and restaurants nearby serving alcohol, but it came as an unwelcome surprise, which if I had known, would have made me book a different hotel.

Overall, it was ok, but many other better competitive choices in the areas.

2026-01-16 • via Tripadvisor
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Zulfah • family_with_children • za
8
2026-01-16 • via Nuitee
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Olga • family_with_children • ru
9
2026-01-16 • via Nuitee
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Luisa • couple • fr
7
Je y reviendrai pas pas rapport à la restauration et à la piscine trouble
Pros:

C est la 2 em fois que je réserves dans cette hôtel, hôtel magnifique avec une vue magnifique, chambre spacieuse et très propre et confortable

Cons:

Piscine toujours trouble , au restaurant la nourriture était très restreinte, le matin il font cuire 10 croissants et les derniers arrivés n en n ont plus,pareil le soir si vous voulez prendre une entrée en plus ou autre car vous aimez pas ce qu il propose ils ne veulent pas

2026-01-16 • via Nuitee
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Nathalie • couple • fr
9
2026-01-14 • via Nuitee
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Veronica • couple • pt
8
Pros:

Localização
Piscina
Comida

Cons:

Algum staff é arrogante.
Cofre avariado
Falta de gel de banho e toalhas
Demora no restaurante
E o hotel refere que tem praia privada. A praia não é privada

2026-01-14 • via Nuitee
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Bongekile • family_with_children • za
9
Smiles beach hotel review
Pros:

Staff was friendly especially receptionist who welcomed us.

Cons:

Bed was causing body pain.

2026-01-13 • via Nuitee
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Ida • family_with_children • fr
1
2026-01-12 • via Nuitee