Sultan Sands Island Resort

We have stayed in many hotels during our travels. However, Sultan Sands is a wonderful hotel and one of the best that we have ever stayed in. Why? The hotel is located in a fantastic part of Zanzibar, with a sea that is constantly changing colour and with beautiful sands. The hotel buildings have been constructed with empathy and care to reflect the environment and country in which it is located. The food is of a high quality and well cooked. Although there is not a large choice of dishes. There is always something for everyone and staff are always willing to meet individuals' requirements. The rooms are clean and well serviced with Housekeeping on hand to meet guests' needs if further services are required. However, it is the staff that make Sultan Sands such a good hotel. From management to cleaners everyone is smiley and happy and extremely pleased to serve you with anything that you ask of them. The hotel management are visible at all times to ensure that the highest of service standards are met and to fulfil any additional guest requests. We would go back to Sultan Sands tomorrow if we could. If we are fortunate enough to be able to return to Zanzibar in the future, we will not even consider alternative hotels on this fantastic island.

From the moment we stepped into Sultan Sands, I felt like I’d found a little piece of paradise. This wasn’t just a hotel—it was a beautiful escape with stunning views that melted my stress away. The hotel is perfectly nestled against an amazing beach, and the ocean views were breathtaking—changing every hour of the day. Don’t forget to swim in the morning when the water is high! I didn’t even want to sleep; I just wanted to soak in every moment, from the incredible sunrise to the late night. Normally, I’d search for trips outside the hotel, but there was always something to do right there (trips are still highly recommended). Hotel offered painting sessions (I brought home my own piece of art!), cooking classes, a coconut show, a visit to a local village, volleyball, and evening shows or concerts. Gerthrud and Isaac’s invitations were hard to resist—I wanted to try everything! Check the calendar so you don’t miss anything that interests you. Our bungalow was perfect—clean, tidy, and just right for three friends. The food was great, with a different variety and theme every day. As a salad and fruit lover, I was in heaven, and the local specialties were amazing. Everything was made with care, making each meal a delight. But what made Sultan Sands unforgettable was the staff. I’d love to name everyone, but the list would be too long! They were helpful, smiling, kind, and caring—everyone made us feel so welcome. Their warmth turned a great stay into something truly magical. (Warmest greetings from colder Poland to all the amazing staff!) If you’re planning a trip to Zanzibar, Sultan Sands is the place to go—it’s beautiful, fun, and feels like home. I left refreshed, happy, and already dreaming of returning.

We had the most wonderful holiday ever. It felt like a life experience. The quality of the hotel is very good. Beautiful location, delicious food, entertainment of high quality in the evening but most of all such friendly and professional staff everywhere. They really made us feel so welcome. One evening my husband had arranged with the staff a special romantic dinner on the beach. It was spectacular. Full moon, a delicious seafood menu, beautifully decorated and at the end all the staff came singing and dancing to our table with a delicious cake. Such a special and beautiful memory. We will go back for sure. It felt like coming home ❤️ Thanks to the whole staff for this holiday experience.