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Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa

5.0 star property
5-star beachfront hotel near Paje Beach

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms | Room amenity
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, children's robes, slippers

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool

Explore the area

Map
Paje Beach, Paje
  • Paje Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Jambiani Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Villa, 5 Bedrooms | Balcony

Villa, 5 Bedrooms

  • 4196 sq ft
  • Sleeps 11
  • 4 King Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool Access, Garden View (Cinnamon) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool Access, Garden View (Cinnamon)

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Garden Villa with Hot Tub | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Garden Villa with Hot Tub

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View (Cinnamon) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View (Cinnamon)

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool, Beach View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 4843 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Quadruple Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool Access, Garden Area (Cinnamon) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Quadruple Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool Access, Garden Area (Cinnamon)

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Villa, 2 Bedrooms

  • 5165 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (with shared pool)

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Garden Villa with Pool

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Paje

Beachfront retreat .Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Paje Beach and Jambiani Beach. Also, Kite Centre Zanzibar is within half a mile (1 km) and Maalum Cave Pool is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Paje Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Maalum Cave Pool - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Jambiani Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 7 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mapacha - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Oxygen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪African Bbq - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ndame Beach Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa

5-star beachfront hotel near Paje Beach
Some rates at Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan in the sun loungers (chaise longues) or kick back in the shade with complimentary cabanas and umbrellas. At Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is served daily. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a beach bar. Public spaces have free WiFi. This luxury hotel also offers a children's pool, outdoor tennis courts, and a hot tub. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa was completed in May 2024.

This 5-star Paje hotel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2015
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Cabanas on the beach (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar on the beach
Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa offers 21 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and minibars. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include slippers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and ceiling fans. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The Senses has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and sports massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Swahili

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art supplies
  • Baby bath
  • Baby monitor
  • Baby toys
  • Changing table
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Trampoline

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 self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 5:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat and paddles
  • Boat tours
  • Books
  • Canoeing
  • Children's pool
  • Evening entertainment
  • Foosball table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Paddleboard
  • Playground
  • Sail boat
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis lessons
  • Volleyball
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Children's robes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 350 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 180
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 95 (from 4 to 14 years old)
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 180
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per child: USD 95 (from 4 to 14 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 180
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 90 (from 4 to 14 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 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 110 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 350 per day
  • 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
This property uses wind and solar energy
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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. This property uses wind and solar energy.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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 Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa to the airport?

Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa is 33.4 mi (55-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa have an airport shuttle?

Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 110 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa offer free breakfast?

Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa offers free continental breakfast every day from 5:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa have a pool?

Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like international cuisine, a poolside location, and pool views.

Does Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at The Senses, where you can enjoy massages, mani/pedis, and detox wraps.

How close is Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa to downtown Paje?

Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa is 1 mi away from Paje.

Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mohsen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place great staff best spa
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

ji

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

J Sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well Done White Sand Lux team and Camille!

Truly excellent boutique hotel, with 1st class service and team. Attention to details is second to none. Our butler Idrissa was excellent. Food quality really good. After few days at the White Sand, we moved to another 5* hotel up North... Hmm... Not the same category.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay at white sand was nothing but short of amazing , our butler ( Mangu ) was soo helpful, friendly and very thoughtful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christophe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice place

Excellent daily menu, very nice deluxe room and plenty of space, nice place for kite surfing, white sand beach like powder.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The villas are beautiful spacious clean and beautifully decorated. The gardens around the villas were stunning and the plant name plaques were useful for the amateur horticulturist ;-) the staff is super friendly and professional. The food was great and there are some fun daily activities to enjoy. It’s a great place to stay if you want some luxury and piece and quiet! There aren’t even any sellers on the beach trying to constantly sell you stuff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sun, sand and relaxation.

It was amazing. The staff were courteous and kind. The food was fantastic. Great environment to relax and unwind. I hope to repeat the experience in the future. Highly recommend the luxury spa.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

New Love

Our stay was more than I ever expected. My new beau suggested White Sands in Zanzibar for my birthday getaway. This is where we fell in love and experienced the life that would could have together. I would have loved him no matter where we were but White Sands made it the sweetest dream. We promised to do a two week stay next year. The private villa and the staff were just amazing. We had a butler who drew my bath in the outside bathtub...perfection. The food was also fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Most Amazing hotel ever!

Honestly the most incredible hotel we have ever stayed in. The location is stunning, right on the incredible white sand beach of Paje. The villa will literally take your breath away, but then there is the staff; nothing is too much for them at all, and the butler service was impeccable! Definitely stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A true gem

the hotel was absolutely amazing! It’s the best hotel in Paje by far.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful boutique hotel for a relaxing holiday

We stayed in the 1 bedroom beach villa for 4 nights and had a very nice experience. Particularly liked the fact that the bedroom is a separate building from the living room that has a service entrance which gives much more privacy. The property is beautiful and very well maintained. The pictures on the site do not do justice to the property as it definitely is more beautiful in real life. Management was prompt to resolve some small issue and was very professional. The food was ok but nothing to rave about so could use a bit more effort. We can highly recommend this hotel and will be back !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Close to paradise!

Great location, great staff/service super friendly and helpful , great interior design with taste into the details. The Villas are a dream. Outdoor bathroom Paradis. Of course it all comes with a significant price.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfection!

What a stunning property! We’ve stayed at many luxury hotels around the world and this was in the top 3 at LEAST. Ground including the beach were immaculately maintained. Sargasso is an issue affecting many islands and coasts in recent years and we can tell you not all of them clear it from the beach. The villa (or compound as we called it) was just gorgeous. Soft tones and quality materials. The cleaning crew was excellent at being unseen. The plunge pool was absolute heaven. The villa had total privacy from the other villas and outsiders alike- and the space! So much room to relax. Plenty of beach bars and restaurants down the beach if you’re looking for a change. We can see why the staff had such genuine smiles because we were smiling from the moment we walked in. We would absolutely go back. It was perfection!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Five star all the way!

A really stunning resort with exceptional service; beautiful beach, amazing food, well appointed rooms and the staff can’t do enough for you. You won’t be disappointed if you book a trip here!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

simply amazing

everything about this hotel was amazing very spacious rooms or villas to be exact
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gorgeous villas and grounds

We had a wonderful stay at the White Sand Luxury Villas. We booked a villa with private Jacuzzi. The bedroom was clean, very big and well furnished. The private balconies (one with the jacuzzi, and one in front of the bedroom) were very enjoyable with lounge chairs, towels and a view on some trees where funny monkeys were sometimes hanging out. On the first level there was a kitchen fully equipped. The laundry machine was very convenient for us after a 9 day safari. This space and the large living room was to be shared with the 3 other rooms in the villa but we never saw anyone else. We enjoyed the restaurant on the beach and the grilled fish they prepare daily. The other restaurant where we had our dinners (part of the half board package) serves small portions (fine for us) of really good food. I also enjoyed the spa and the spice massage, really out of this world! We also booked a trip (through the hotel) to swim with the dolphins and we did exactly that. It was an incredible experience. The boat ride was lovely, you can really appreciate the coast and all the fishing activities. The beach is absolutely beautiful, white, very fine sand, the ocean is warm and frankly without the fake Maasai beach boys that are sometimes very pushy, it would be PARADISE.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Yolisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gr8 Holiday

We travelled as a family of 4 , 2 small kids aged 4 &1. However we found this place to be highly accommodating for family as well as couples. We arrived just after 12pm and our room was ready. The services is excellent and staff members have high attention to detail and are also warm. Garden villa did not have a place to chill outside so we used the general pool and had amazing views and not crowded. We loved the Fresh sea food that was served daily. Lunch by the Beach was amazing- beautiful views and ambiance. Gym facilities are good so pack your gym attire if u into fitness. Hotel assisted with planning activities like going to Stone Town - may seem pricy but all worth it. Daily night activities - Masai Dancers, Dinner by the pool, Music nights - added surprise element to our stay. Book your airport transfers with hotel it is a lot better. Overall beautiful place with very high customer service standards.

10/10 Excellent

Kaili

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Experience, Loved Our Stay

The Zanzibar White Sands Luxury Villas and Spa met higher expectations than I predicted! The property is beautiful and well maintained. The beach location is fantastic. It's far enough away from the busier properties but still within a reasonable walk. The location is awesome to watch and try kite surfing. The villa we stayed in, Cinnamon Garden 3, was spacious for the 3 of us and had adequate air conditioning. The only reason why I rated room cleanliness and comfort low was for 2 reasons: One, because there was definitely something the master bedroom that made me allergic. I had sneezing and watery eyes every night, which made it difficult to sleep well. There must be mold or dust in the air conditioning unit. It was very uncomfortable and the staff were unable to address the issue. As soon as I left the room, however my symptoms resolved. And the second reason is that the master toilet had issues with flushing. Luckily there was a second bathroom and toilet to use. The staff attempted to fix the issue and on the 2nd try - the repair efforts worked. We would like to extend huge thanks to the staff in the restaurant and to the staff that works as butlers for room and beach service. The food was great for all meals. We chose the all-inclusive option and it is a great value. We highly recommend it choosing the all- inclusive food and beverage option. Everything about our stay was great! We wish we could have stayed longer

10/10 Excellent

Idan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Delta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay if not for the dishonesty

Great room, great beach. Ridiculously expensive food (I thought it was normal price until I got to another resort, where the food prices are less than half - Burger chips & salad $9 in Kiwengwa, not $16 like at white sands). Also felt very disrespected at the end. It would have been a wonderful stay overall if not for the incident at the end (dishonesty & disrespect).

10/10 Excellent

Hamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well Above expectations

The best hotel so far I have stayed in an above my expectations, the management are very helpful and would do anything to make your stay like home