9.1 Superb Based on 168 reviews
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"Villas sit tucked within lush tropical gardens, while a beach bar with swings overlooks the tide-swept sand. Fresh fish anchors the nightly menu. Best for weekend couples, less so for anyone requiring high-speed cooling systems."

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Check-in
28 Sept 2026
Check-out
29 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

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2

Children:

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Why guests choose The Sands Beach Resort

  • Private Beach
    Turquoise waters, reserved exclusively
  • Infinity Pool
    82 ft oceanfront
  • Dive Center
    PADI 5-star, specialty courses
  • Spa & Wellness
    Massage chair, open-air bath
  • Gourmet Dining
    Local Zanzibar flavors
  • Stone Town
    UNESCO World Heritage, 37 miles

Overview

Situated about 5 minutes' stroll from a beach, the comfortable 4-star The Sands Beach Resort Bwejuu offers rooms with views of the ocean. Located in the vicinity of Buccaneer Diving, this Bwejuu hotel features a safe deposit box and 24-hour security service.

A private beach of Bwejuu is approximately 700 feet away.

The rooms at the family-friendly Sands Beach Resort Bwejuu have an adjoining terrace and a balcony, along with an air conditioner for your convenience. Also, there is a personal safe, a mini fridge bar, tea and coffee making equipment provided. The safe bathrooms are equipped with a separate toilet, a shower, and a sink along with a hairdryer and a shower cap.

The resort features a free buffet breakfast daily. The accommodation has an American restaurant and a lounge bar. The restaurant serves American cuisine for lunch and dinner. Dining options also include Fishers Restaurant, located just a few steps from the Sands Beach Resort Bwejuu.

  • Check-in
    from 14:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    from 02:00 until 11:00
  • Hotel class
    4 stars
The Sands Beach Resort
Our tips

Should you book The Sands Beach Resort?

Perfect if you
  • Want to dine on-site - the American restaurant serves African dishes and offers Halal, Kosher, vegan, and gluten-free meals.
  • Need a paid airport shuttle - the hotel provides pickup and drop-off to Zanzibar International Airport for a fee.
  • Are traveling with children - babysitting services and a children's menu are available.
Maybe skip if you
  • Expect to bring a pet - no pets are allowed on the property.
  • Prefer a hotel in Stone Town - the resort is located in Dongwe, 60 km from Stone Town.
Best for
  • Taking diving or surfing lessons at the on-site dive center and surfing school

Facilities of The Sands Beach

General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Private beach
  • Hairdresser
  • Fireplace
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
Dining
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Dinner
  • Special diet menus
Leisure & Sports
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Massage
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Open-air bath
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
The Sands Beach Guest Services
  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Happy hour
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Sink
  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Policies

The Sands Beach Resort applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out
from 02:00 until 11:00
Important info

Frequently asked questions

To rent a room in The Sands Beach Resort you will need to spend about $3450.
Sands provides Wi-Fi in public areas.
Kisauni is the closest airport and it is situated within 38 miles from The Sands Beach Resort Pingwe.
The Sands Beach Resort will accept American Express, Visa and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
The Sands Beach Resort Pingwe offers a free private lot, a spa center and an outdoor swimming pool.
Some rooms of The Sands Beach Resort welcome guests with the following facilities:
  • a mini-bar
  • a balcony
  • an electric kettle
  • a separate toilet
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Yes, The Sands Beach Resort Pingwe provides bus shuttle service. Please call ahead to confirm the details.
Yes, bag storage is available at Sands.
Yes, smoking is allowed in designated smoking areas of The Sands Beach Resort.

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