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Sunshine Marine Lodge

3.5 star property
3.5-star beach hotel near Mnemba Island

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3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe
Exterior
View from room
Breakfast meal

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Off Mnemba Island Road, Muyuni, Matemwe, 4749
  • Place, Mnemba Island
  • Place, Kigomani Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Kendwa Beach
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪85 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Ocean Front Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Family Suite with Partial Ocean View | 1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Family Suite with Partial Ocean View

  • 753 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Ocean Front Suite | Balcony view

Deluxe Ocean Front Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Garden view

Deluxe Suite, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Suite, Garden View | 1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Family Suite, Garden View

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Garden Suite | 1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Garden Suite

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Suite with Ocean View

  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Matemwe

Seaside stay .You'll be within 12 miles (20 km) of Kiwengwa Beach and 25 miles (40 km) of Kendwa Beach. Mnemba Island is also nearby.

What's nearby

  • Kigomani Beach - 12 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Muyuni Beach - 16 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Nungwi Beach - 28 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Kendwa Beach - 32 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 32 min drive - 12.2 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunshine Marine Lodge - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Marlin Local Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mzee Husa Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Zanziblue - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Seles - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Sunshine Marine Lodge

3.5-star beach hotel near Mnemba Island
Feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the private white sand beach, located just 700 meters away. For a free ride to the surf and sand, catch the hotel's complimentary beach shuttle. At Sunshine Marine Lodge you can cool off in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a children's pool, a garden, and a terrace. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Matemwe hotel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 7 buildings
  • Built in 2013
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Sunshine Marine Lodge offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature down comforters. This Matemwe hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between May 1 and June 1.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sunshine Marine Lodge to the airport?

Sunshine Marine Lodge is 36.6 mi (95-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sunshine Marine Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Sunshine Marine Lodge offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 60 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Sunshine Marine Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is 10.6 mi (30-min drive) from Kiwengwa Beach and 9.3 mi (31-min drive) from Nungwi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sunshine Marine Lodge offer free breakfast?

Sunshine Marine Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sunshine Marine Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sunshine Marine Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Sunshine Marine Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Sunshine Marine Lodge have a pool?

Sunshine Marine Lodge features 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Sunshine Marine Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Sunshine Marine Lodge have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body scrubs, aromatherapy, and mani/pedis.

How close is Sunshine Marine Lodge to downtown Matemwe?

Sunshine Marine Lodge is 3.9 mi away from Matemwe.