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.

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.
10 Bahari Seaview Rooms
The Bahari rooms are located in two rows along the beachfront. The Bahari Seaview rooms are located in the second row, facing the sea and close to the beach. The rooms have spacious veranda’s and share their own private plunge pool.
10 Bahari Sea View Suites
The Bahari Sea View Suites are located in the front row and offer good views of the sea and are just a few steps from the Bahari pool and the beach.
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  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.
All Inclusive includes:
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner in the Mwambao Restaurant
  • Water, soft drinks, house wines, locally bottled beers and spirits, selected liqueurs, a selection of cocktails and mocktails and fruit juices (11h00 – 00h00)
  • Snacks (11h00 – 12h30)
  • Tea breaks with snacks from 11h00 to 12h00 and from 16h00 to 17h00 at the Casablanca Lounge
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.
The Kivuli Grill
A la carte grill restaurant, open for dinner.
Cinnamon
Indian themed a la carte 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 guests.  A wide selection of cocktails and beverages are available.
SPA
The Oasis Spa is idyllically situated right on the beach at Blue Bay 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)
  • 2 Swimming pools
  • One Ocean 5 Star PADI Dive Centre*
  • Table tennis
  • Floodlit tennis court (free of charge)
  • Fully equipped fitness centre
  • Spa
  • Windsurfing *
  • Kayaks *
  • Stand up paddle
  • Pool, ping pong, darts and beach volley
  • Sunbeds and beach towels
  • Babysitting *
  • Business centre
  • Conference facilities
  • 2 boutiques

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