Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas

Hotels
9.4 (309 reviews)
Matemwe , Matemwe , tz

Free

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful beachfront bungalows
Fantastic hospitality
Comfortable and clean rooms
High-quality breakfast options
Free activities available
Cons:
Lack of air conditioning
High prices for food and beverage

Categories

Cleanliness
9.48
High cleanliness standards noted in several reviews.
Service
9.99
Service is repeatedly praised as fantastic and helpful.
Location
9.99
Outstanding location directly on the beach enhancing guest experience.
Room Quality
9.44
Rooms are described as clean and comfortable, with good attention to detail.
Amenities
9.47
Good availability of free activities like kayaking and biking.
Value for Money
8.43
Some concerns about the restaurant's price-quality ratio.
Food and Beverage
8.48
Mixed reviews on food quality, with several items deemed overpriced and lacking flavor.
Overall Experience
9.95
Overall experience is highlighted as relaxing and satisfying.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 00:15

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views

Relaxation and Recreation
Featuring 2 outdoor swimming pools, Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas offers a serene environment for guests to unwind and enjoy the tropical surroundings. Free yoga classes during the week provide an opportunity for relaxation, while activities like cycling, diving, and snorkeling cater to the adventurous spirits.

Culinary Delights and Entertainment
Indulge in a culinary journey with African and seafood dishes at the hotel's restaurant. Start your day with a delicious breakfast spread, including gluten-free and lactose-free options. Unwind at the onsite bar with Afro Funk Jazz music and live DJ sessions.

Experience the best of Zanzibar at Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas - Book your stay now for an unforgettable tropical getaway!

Important information:

This property provides for shuttle services at an additional cost.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 309 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.48
Service: 9.99
Location: 9.99
Room Quality: 9.44
Amenities: 9.47
Value for Money: 8.43
Food and Beverage: 8.48
Overall Experience: 9.95
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Rani couple il
9
The most polite staff to deal with, great location
Pros:

Location is nice, the staff is very helpful and polite, the food is good but not that great. Fun hotel with free activities. Free parking.

Cons:

There were a lot of insects in the room

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Géraldine solo_traveller be
9
Pros:

Des tres bons cours de yoga sont proposés gratuitement.
Le déjeuner qui est libre durant la journée.
La proximité de la plage.

Cons:

Le restaurant était bon mais pas le plus raffiné en dehors des petits déjeuners

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Waleed couple ae
9
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Barkóczi solo_traveller hu
10
Pros:

All is good

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Christophe solo_traveller fr
10
Séjour parfait à Zanzibar Sunrise
Pros:

Notre cabane en front de mer était charmante, avec une petite terrasse ^rivative, un parasol et deux transats directement sur la plage. Les espaces communs de l'hôtel sont très agréables : deux piscines et un restaurant excellent.
L’hôtel propose aussi de nombreuses activités (visite de village, découverte des coraux, snorkeling, yoga…). Le personnel est très accueillant et le petit-déjeuner était délicieux.
Un endroit où l’on se sent bien.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Karim couple be
8
Magnifique
Pros:

Gentillesse et serviabilité du personnel. Petit déjeuner exceptionnelle.

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Rebecca couple gb
10
Perfect place to relax
Pros:

Perfect place to unwind and relax. They have board games, a book exchange, beach games, lovely pools and great private spaces by the bungalows to relax. The snorkelling trip we planned with them was great, and the staff were all lovely. Highly recommend! The mosquito net worked well and they sprayed the rooms with repellant while we were at dinner each night

Cons:

Nothing! A few things to be aware of - but none impacted our stay. If we went again we would take our own snorkelling kit, but they provide swim shoes to protect against the urchins so we didn’t need those. They also don’t have reliable WiFi, and there isn’t ac - but the fan and opening the door in the evening was plenty to cool it down

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Alsu couple ru
10
2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Denis couple fr
6
Agréable mais sans plus.
Pros:

Hôtel à taille humaine, bien situé en bord de mer avec de bons équipements et un agréable jardin.

Cons:

Le service à table trop long, la manager n’est pas impliquée auprès de ses clients et notamment pour un accident nécessitant une prise en charge hospitalière. À aucun moment elle s’est intéressée au blessé alors qu’elle été informé. Les activités extérieures à l’hôtel sont sur chers et surfacturées.

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Jennifer couple ca
9
Would recommend
Pros:

Such friendly staff and amazing location on the beach! Breakfast was amazing every morning and all meals at the restaurant too. The reef walk as well as Farah’s yoga class were excellent

Cons:

The service at the restaurant takes a while as other reviews have said. Echoing other reviews as well, the dolphin tour didn’t feel the most ethical with boats chasing them down

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Jakub solo_traveller pl
10
Pros:

Przemiła obsługa. Dużo atrakcji wliczonych w cenę. Duży wybór śniadań.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Tomas solo_traveller pt
10
Pros:

Staff muito atencioso, local espetacular e privado, mesmo sobre a praia.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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RAQUEL solo_traveller es
9
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple au
10
Pros:

The property is located in a quiet area of Zanzibar. The beach is beautiful. The staff are amazing. The reef walk is a must. Fara yoga class was excellent and she is a great asset to the hotel

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Glen solo_traveller au
10
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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WJ solo_traveller kr
10
2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple eg
10
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Tim couple ae
9
2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Chloe couple fr
10
Hôtel à couper le souffle
Pros:

Tout

Cons:

Rien

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Pénélope solo_traveller fr
6
Beau lieu pour ce détendre et profiter du calme de l'océan
Pros:

J'ai adoré la localisation des bungalows avec une merveilleuse vue sur la plage. J'ai aussi adoré le service du petit déjeuner qui peut être servi a n'import qu'elle heure de la journée !

Cons:

J'ai trouvé beaucoup de petits insectes morts sur mon lit, j'ai d'abord demandé à changer de chambre, cependant c'était aussi le cas dans l'autre chambre et le lendemain. Il semblerait que cela soit du au spay anti-insecte que l'hotel utilise lors du passage du personnel de ménage.

2026-05-20 via Nuitee