Filao Beach Resort by Sansi

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront lodge with free breakfast

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Reviews

7.4 out of 10
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Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Spa

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Chwaka Bay, East Coast, Chwaka, Unguja South, 4836
  • Place, Michamvi Kae Beach
  • Place, Pingwe Beach
  • Place, Marumbi Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, Ocean View

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

Deluxe Room, Garden View

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Economy Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Chwaka

Beachside getaway.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Chwaka lodge, you'll find Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park and Marumbi Beach. Uroa Beach is within 6 miles (10 km) and Pongwe Beach is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Marumbi Beach - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Uroa Beach - 10 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park - 10 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Paje Beach - 58 min drive - 30.8 miles
  • Jambiani Beach - 60 min drive - 32.2 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Balungi Zanzibar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kae Beach Restoraunt - ‬60 min drive
  • kae funk sunset beach bar
  • ‪Kichanga Lodge Beach Bar - ‬60 min drive
  • ‪Zanzi Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Filao Beach Resort by Sansi

4-star beachfront lodge with free breakfast
Some rates at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi 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.

Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. At Filao Beach Resort by Sansi, pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities like an outdoor pool.

Free breakfast is served daily. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Chwaka lodge is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Filao Beach Resort by Sansi offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers.

Bathrooms include showers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. This Chwaka lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 136.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

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 63 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 136.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Filao Beach Zanzibar Lodge Chwaka
Filao Beach Zanzibar Lodge
Filao Beach Zanzibar Chwaka
Filao Beach Zanzibar
Filao Beach By Sansi Chwaka
Filao Beach Resort Spa Zanzibar
Filao Beach Resort by Sansi Lodge
Filao Beach Resort by Sansi Chwaka
Filao Beach Resort by Sansi Lodge Chwaka

Frequently asked questions

How close is Filao Beach Resort by Sansi to the airport?

Filao Beach Resort by Sansi is 24.5 mi (53-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Filao Beach Resort by Sansi have an airport shuttle?

Filao Beach Resort by Sansi offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 63 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Filao Beach Resort by Sansi to the beach?

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

Does Filao Beach Resort by Sansi offer free breakfast?

Filao Beach Resort by Sansi offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Filao Beach Resort by Sansi have a pool?

Filao Beach Resort by Sansi features an outdoor pool.

Does Filao Beach Resort by Sansi have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Filao Beach Resort by Sansi have a spa?

This lodge has a spa, which features massages.

How close is Filao Beach Resort by Sansi to downtown Chwaka?

Filao Beach Resort by Sansi is 0.8 mi away from Chwaka.