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S&S Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Rooftop terrace
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers
Front of property
Restaurant
Travelers enjoy the white sand beach at S&S Hotel, where live concerts and daily manager's receptions create a vibrant atmosphere. The continental breakfast energizes morning adventures, while beach massages and the rooftop pool offer relaxation options throughout the day.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
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Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Memory foam bed
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Deluxe Double Room, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Superior Apartment, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Superior Apartment, Sea View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Superior Apartment, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Superior Apartment, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Jambiani, S&S Hotel is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jambiani Beach and Paje Beach.
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Jambiani, Jambiani, Unguja South Region

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Paje Beach - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Bwejuu Beach - 8 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 88 min drive

About this property

S&S Hotel

Hotel near Jambiani Beach
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and concerts and live shows at S&S Hotel. With a white sand beach, beach massages, and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a rooftop terrace and a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free bicycle rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a water dispenser
  • Evening entertainment, a gift shop, and beach towels
  • Tour/ticket assistance and beach umbrellas
Room features
All guestrooms at S&S Hotel include comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory foam beds, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • Wardrobes/closets, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Built in 2023
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 17

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20

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 front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 65 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Property is also known as

S&S Hotel Hotel
S&S Hotel Jambiani
S&S Hotel Hotel Jambiani

Frequently asked questions

Does S&S Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Is S&S Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at S&S Hotel?

S&S Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at S&S Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at S&S Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 20 (subject to availability).

Does S&S Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 65 per vehicle applies.

Where is S&S Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Jambiani hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Jambiani Beach and Kuza Cave. Swahili Cave and Kite Centre Zanzibar are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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S&S Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dipal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovey comfortable Hotel. Located in a quiet part.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ADEBAYO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome property and awesome owner , I strongly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Assumpta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was looking for a chill, boutique style hotel to relax, S&S was a great choice. Great and attentive staff, nice & clean rooms. The pool is pretty basic. Would be nice if it were bigger.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t look further, book this hotel.

Perfect stay of 2 weeks: neat, friendly staff, great location. Lovely management. 5 star!! Had a perfect getaway with my wife with a view over the ocean.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t look further, book this hotel.

Perfect stay of 2 weeks: neat, friendly staff, great location. Lovely management. 5 star!! Had a perfect getaway with my wife in room 9 with a view over the ocean.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Oyvind

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sanaz

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ADEBAYO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Must stay

Awesome property
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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