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Sunset Kendwa

4.0 star property
Beachfront lodge for sun and fun

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On the beach, scuba diving, snorkeling
Property grounds
Standard Double Room | Garden view
International cuisine, beach views
International cuisine, beach views
Sunset Kendwa offers a serene oceanfront escape with an on-site restaurant serving international cuisine and water views. Guests love the convenient location, friendly staff, and amenities like scuba diving and laundry services.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Room options

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Standard Room | In-room safe

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Free bottled water
Desk
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe

Standard Double Room (Courtyard)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Bungalow | In-room safe

Deluxe Bungalow

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Kendwa, Sunset Kendwa is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach. Nungwi Natural Aquarium and Mnarani Natural Aquarium are also worth visiting.
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Kendwa Beach, North Cost of Zanzibar, Kendwa

What's nearby

  • Kendwa Beach - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Nungwi Beach - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 8 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Muyuni Beach - 36 min drive - 13.6 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tam Tam Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sexy Fish - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Corner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mangi's Bar - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Sunset Kendwa

Upscale lodge near Nungwi Beach
A short walk from Kendwa Beach, Sunset Kendwa provides an airport shuttle, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. This lodge is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and scuba diving. The on-site restaurant, Sunset Restaurant, features international cuisine and ocean views. Guests can also expect to find a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a billiards/pool table, and luggage storage
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All 50 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like safes and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies, ceiling fans, and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sunset Restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 24 and January 10.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 (one-way)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Kendwa Sunset
Sunset Kendwa
Sunset Lodge Kendwa
Sunset Kendwa Lodge
Sunset Hotel Zanzibar
Sunset Beach Hotel Zanzibar
Sunset Bungalows Hotel Zanzibar
Sunset Kendwa Lodge
Sunset Kendwa Kendwa
Sunset Kendwa Lodge Kendwa

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Kendwa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sunset Kendwa?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunset Kendwa?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sunset Kendwa?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Sunset Kendwa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 60 one-way applies.

Where is Sunset Kendwa located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kendwa lodge is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Kendwa Beach and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Nungwi Beach. Nungwi Natural Aquarium and Mnarani Natural Aquarium are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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