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SULTAN SANDS 

6 Days

Situated next to its sister property, Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa on Zanzibar’s north east coast, Sultan Sands is an inspired blend of Swahili and Arab architecture and décor. Its idyllic beach position, relaxing pool and wonderful choice of leisure and dining options make this resort the perfect island getaway.

Overview

LOCATION
North East Coast, Kiwengwa.

ACCOMMODATION
The resort has 76 rooms in 3 different categories.
The spacious rooms are built in a traditional Swahili style with thatched roofs, each tastefully decorated with hand-carved Zanzibari furniture.

56 Pwani Rooms 
The Pwani rooms are situated on elevated grounds within landscaped gardens facing out to the ocean.The rooms are built in single storey traditional rondavels, each with two tastefully decorated rooms with separate dressing areas leading into superbly appointed en-suite bathrooms.

20 Bahari Rooms 
The Bahari rooms are located in two rows along the beachfront and are divided into Bahari Seaview located in the second row and Deluxe Seaview located in the front row, all sea-facing and idyllically situated close to the beach. The rooms have spacious veranda’s and share their own private plunge pool.

24 Junior Suites 
The Junior Suites are situated in authentic ‘makuti’ thatched bungalows and enjoy an ocean view over the Resort’s tropical gardens.The rooms offer a spacious bedroom, an en-suite bathroom and either a veranda or terrace. The rooms are bright and exquisitely decorated in a traditional Swahili style.There is a private pool with a separate relaxing plunge pool.

ROOM FACILITIES

  • One large or 2 queen size beds with mosquito nets in Pwani Rooms
  • One queen size bed with mosquito nets in the Bahari Rooms and Junior Suites
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Flat screen TV
  • Electronic safe
  • Mini bar
  • Hair dryer
  • Telephone

DINING

Meal Plans
The resort operates on a Half Board basis with the option to upgrade to Full Board and All Inclusive.

The All Inclusive includes:

  • Breakfast in the Mwambao Restaurant.
  • Lunch in the Mwambao Restaurant.
  • Dinner in the Mwambao Restaurant.
  • Water, soft drinks, house wines, locally bottled beers and spirits, selected liqueurs, a selection of cocktails and mocktails (11h00 – 00h00).
  • Snacks (11h00 – 13h00 and 15h00 – 18h00).
  • Tea, coffee and cakes at the Casablanca Lounge (16h00 – 17h00) 

Mwambao Restaurant
The main restaurant overlooks the pool and serves buffet style breakfasts with live cooking stations whilst lunch and dinner are either buffet or table d’hote with weekly beach and poolside parties. Dinners are themed and there is a resident band plus evening entertainment.
Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Cinnamon
A la carte Indian restaurant and bar. 
Open for dinner.

Mawimbi Bar
Overlooking the swimming pool, beach and the ocean beyond, Mawimbi is the perfect oasis to enjoy a range of cool beverages, fresh juices and cocktails.

Casablanca Lounge
Overlooking the Sultan Sands swimming pool, the Casablanca Lounge is a coffee lounge during the day which transforms into a late-night party venue for both Sultan Sands and Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa guestsA wide selection of cocktails and beverages are available.

SPA
The Oasis Spa is idyllically situated right on the beach at Bluebay where the cool breeze and sounds of the ocean provide the ultimate experience in relaxation.

Wi-Fi
Complimentary in all public areas but is chargeable in the rooms.

WATERSPORTS & ACTIVITIES (* some at a supplement)

  • 3 Swimming pools
  • One Ocean 5 Star PADI Dive Centre
  • Table tennis
  • Floodlit tennis court (free of charge)
  • Fully equipped fitness centre
  • Windsurfing *
  • Kayaks *
  • Stand-up paddle
  • Babysitting *
  • Business centre
  • Conference facilities
  • 2 boutiques

The information in this Fact Sheet is correct as at January 2025 and is subject to change without prior notice.

Trip Highlights

  • Laid back and relaxing atmosphere
  • Beautiful beach
  • Swahili and Arab architecture and decor
  • 5 star PADI Dive Centre on site at sister resort Bluebay

You can send your enquiry via the form below.

SULTAN SANDS 

Trip Info

  • 4
  • from R23 040 per person sharing
  • Return flights to Zanzibar
  • Return resort transfers
  • Pwani Room
  • 5
  • Breakfast & dinner daily
  • Complimentary in all public areas but is chargeable in the rooms
  • Upgrade to all inclusive from R3920 per person for 5 nights Honeymoon perks: tropical flowers and fruit platter in room on arrival, or similar
  • Package prices may include a special offer discount