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Sunshine Marine Lodge

3.5 star property
Private beach and 3 outdoor pools, near Mnemba Island

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3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe
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Breakfast meal
Sunshine Marine Lodge offers the ultimate tropical getaway. Unwind by the poolside bar, relax at the spa with a body treatment, or enjoy scuba diving and snorkeling activities. With 3 outdoor pools, a garden library and free in-room WiFi you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
Massage

Spa

The on-site spa has some ways to help you decompress. The hotel's spa offers massages as well as treatments such as aromatherapy, body scrubs, and manicures/pedicures.

Room options

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Family Suite, Garden View | 1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Family Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Suite with Partial Ocean View | 1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Family Suite with Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Down duvet
Fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 70 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Ocean Front Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Down duvet
Fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 40 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Suite with Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Ocean Front Suite | Balcony view

Deluxe Ocean Front Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Down duvet
Fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 50 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Garden view

Deluxe Suite, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Garden Suite | 1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Garden Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Minibar
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Off Mnemba Island Road, Muyuni, Matemwe, 4749

What's nearby

  • Kigomani Beach - 12 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Muyuni Beach - 16 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Nungwi Beach - 28 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Kendwa Beach - 32 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 32 min drive - 12.2 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 95 min drive

About this property

Sunshine Marine Lodge

Hotel near Mnemba Island
You can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Sunshine Marine Lodge. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach, a free beach shuttle, and scuba diving. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a massage, or aromatherapy at the onsite spa. Enjoy onsite activities like mountain biking, boat tours, and snorkeling. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and multilingual staff
  • Barbecue grills, massage treatment rooms, and a porter/bellhop
Room features
All guestrooms at Sunshine Marine Lodge have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 7 buildings
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 2013
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between May 1 and June 1.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 60 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Sunshine Marine
Sunshine Marine Lodge
Sunshine Marine Lodge Matemwe
Sunshine Marine Matemwe
Sunshine Marine Lodge Matemwe, Zanzibar
Sunshine Marine Lodge Hotel
Sunshine Marine Lodge Matemwe
Sunshine Marine Lodge Hotel Matemwe

Frequently asked questions

Does Sunshine Marine Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Sunshine Marine Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sunshine Marine Lodge?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunshine Marine Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Sunshine Marine Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Does Sunshine Marine Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 60 per vehicle applies.

Where is Sunshine Marine Lodge located?

Situated by the ocean, this spa hotel is 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from Kiwengwa Beach and 20.2 mi (32.4 km) from Kendwa Beach.

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