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The Sands Beach Resort
4 stars

The Sands Beach Resort

Dongwe Beach, Pingwe, Tanzania
+255 776 864 265
From
$128
Cheapest

rate per night

8.8
Great

based on 217 reviews

The Sands Beach Resort
Sun 4/21
Thu 4/25
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
King room
Luxury room

About The Sands Beach Resort

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi, Breakfast, and Parking for free
Situated in Dongwe in the Zanzibar Region, The Sands Beach Resort boasts a 25-metre outdoor pool, dive centre and surfing school. Guests can enjoy the on-site beach bar. Free WiFi is offered and free private parking is available on site. The air-conditioned rooms and villa at The Sands offer a terrace and ocean or garden views. They are equipped with a mini bar and a safe, and have an en suite bathroom. Some villas boast a private pool. Guests can enjoy various activities including volleyball and snorkeling. The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire. Stone Town is within 60 km of The Sands, while Zanzibar International Airport is 59 km from the property.

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Latest deals for The Sands Beach Resort

Sun 4/21
Thu 4/25
King room
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Standard room
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Luxury room
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at The Sands Beach Resort

  • Private beach
  • Snorkeling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Free parking

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Open-air bath
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Dining area
  • Dining table

Basics

  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Conditioner

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cycling
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Horse riding
  • Water sport facilities (on site)
  • Windsurfing

Services and conveniences

  • Car rental
  • Concierge service
  • Entertainment staff
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Outdoor

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Private beach
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach towels
  • Grill
  • Balcony

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Storage available
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Tile/marble floor

Pool and spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view
  • Private pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Massage

Accessibility and suitability

  • Lowered sink
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Increased accessibility

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Pants press

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Kids meals
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Playground

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying

Reviews of The Sands Beach Resort

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

8.8
Very goodBased on 217 verified guest reviews
8.6Families
8.7Friends
8.9Couples
7.2Solo

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Location

Dongwe Beach, Pingwe

What's nearby

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Sands Beach Resort

Low season

April

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

$210

Average price (weekend night)

$128
Cheapest month to stay with an average 44% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 43% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at The Sands Beach Resort

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Top tips for your stay at The Sands Beach Resort

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Sands Beach Resort, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and September.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Sands Beach Resort, plan to stay on a Thursday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Sands Beach Resort was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $128, while the most expensive was $128.
  • How long should you stay at The Sands Beach Resort? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 8 days.

FAQs when booking at The Sands Beach Resort

  • Where is The Sands Beach Resort located?

    The Sands Beach Resort is located at Dongwe Beach, 2.7 miles from the center of Pingwe.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Sands Beach Resort?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at The Sands Beach Resort.

  • Does The Sands Beach Resort offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Sands Beach Resort offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Sands Beach Resort offer free parking?

    Yes, The Sands Beach Resort offers free parking.

  • How far is The Sands Beach Resort from the airport?

    The Sands Beach Resort is 21.3 miles from Zanzibar Kisauni. The Sands Beach Resort is 52.4 miles from Dar Es Salaam.

  • Does The Sands Beach Resort have a pool?

    Yes, The Sands Beach Resort has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Sands Beach Resort hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Sands Beach Resort in Pingwe and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Sands Beach Resort and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Sands Beach Resort.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.8

Distance to city center

2.7 mi

Nearest Airport

Zanzibar Kisauni

Distance to airport

21.0 mi