Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas
Matemwe
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Why people book this hotel
“The tranquility of the place and the view and accessibility of the beachfront an…”
“Location”
“The staff was awesome and helpful”
“Most of all the staff is amazing; always with a smile and very attentive”
“A beautiful little paradise on a stunning beach in a peaceful, quiet location”
“Yoga, Riff walking…) relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff, beautiful rooms, proxim…”
“Beautiful location and atmosphere, great food, no end-time for breakfast, litera…”
“Huge choice for breakfast and very high quality meals”
“The rooms are super clean and the beds are very comfortable”
“Everything from breakfast, to dinner, to cleaners, to reef walk and yoga everyon…”
“There are plenty of places around the hotel with affordable prices”
Overview
Featuring 2 outdoor swimming pools, Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas is located in Matemwe, 6 km from Dive Spot. This hotel offers room service, luggage storage space and free WiFi. Guests can try African and seafood dishes at the in-house restaurant. At the hotel, all rooms come with a terrace. Rooms have a private bathroom with free toiletries. Guest rooms feature a desk. Breakfast is available daily, and includes various options such as gluten-free or lactose-free. Guests can have a drink at the onsite bar and enjoy Afro Funk Jazz live music 3 evenings a week, as well as live afternoon DJ sessions on Saturdays. Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas offers free yoga classes from Monday to Friday. The area is popular for cycling, diving and snorkeling. Free bike hire is available at the accommodation. Mnemba Island is 7 km from Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas, while Muyuni Beach is 8 km from the property.
Traveller reviews
Dr Gladston
couple
April 28, 2026
“It was good under the circumstances”
The tranquility of the place and the view and accessibility of the beachfront and the sea. The staff was awesome and helpful
Katrin
solo_traveller
March 12, 2026
Location
Hedda
couple
March 1, 2026
It is rustic, charming yet modern. The closeness to the beach, activities are wonderful. Most of all the staff is amazing; always with a smile and very attentive. The rooms are super clean and the beds are very comfortable. The grounds are beautiful- a true paradise. We have stayed many places in Zanzibar but none compares to Sunrise at Bandas. Highly recommend staying here. We will for sure come again
Vigante
couple
February 24, 2026
I like everything!!! Food, stuff, villa!!! everything is a perfect !!!
Barbara
couple
February 13, 2026
Beautiful location and atmosphere, great food, no end-time for breakfast, literally right at the beach
Ciara
couple
February 11, 2026
“A fantastic beach front location with amazing staff”
The staff were 10/10!! We literally couldn’t fault a single staff member! Everything from breakfast, to dinner, to cleaners, to reef walk and yoga everyone was fantastic! reception was really helpful too in organising taxis etc! Location right on the beach was lovely! Food was delicious!
Sabīna
couple
January 29, 2026
“The best hotel i’ve ever stayed in 🥺”
Staff was super nice,absolutely amazing vibes and so authentic yet elegant! Love the overall chill vibe of the whole boutique resort. 100% reccomend !!! great free activities like the reef walk is a bonus!
Paula
couple
January 25, 2026
“A beautiful, peaceful beach paradise with great food, excellent drinks, warm hospitality”
A beautiful little paradise on a stunning beach in a peaceful, quiet location. The bungalows are lovely, very clean, and we received a warm, friendly welcome upon arrival. Although we’re usually not big cocktail drinkers, the cocktails here were absolutely delicious and beautifully presented. The food was fantastic, and live music created a great atmosphere. The ginger tea with lime and honey was the best ginger tea we’ve ever had. There was a very good range of activities, and we especially appreciated the complimentary offerings such as the village tour and the reef tour, both of which were very interesting and well organised.
Nikolaos
solo_traveller
January 12, 2026
Awesome location, away from the crowds, small resort, personalized service
Ahmet Gurol
couple
January 2, 2026
“All staff fantastic and helpful ,, I thank you for all great hospitality”
Amazing good beach front
Shangram
couple
December 9, 2025
Wonderfull location
Renata
couple
November 26, 2025
“Fantastic place, it was wonderful to wake up with a view of the ocean and in a moment be able to go eat a perfect breakf”
Location and delicious food
Stefano
couple
October 19, 2025
The food was simply amazing! Huge choice for breakfast and very high quality meals
Andreas
couple
October 13, 2025
“A wonderful relaxing holiday in a very relaxed atmosphere with very good food”
Activities (e.g. Yoga, Riff walking…) relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff, beautiful rooms, proximity to the beach, excellent food, flexible, excellent and calming breakfast... simply everything!!!!
Sandra
couple
September 21, 2025
“Exceptional hotel - look no further for your Zanzibar stay.”
This hotel was breathtaking. Everything about it was a slice of paradise- truly. It was boutique and intimate, whilst providing all the luxuries you need. They’ve mastered the island vibe impeccably and is not overrun. We have travelled to many countries and stayed in plenty of world renowned 5 star hotels and this is right up there with one of the best. Food at the resturant was brilliant. Every meal we had was perfection. Great wine list and drinks offering. The staff couldn’t have done more. Very warm and friendly and genuinely interacted. Great yoga classes too. Quiet, neighbourhood location which adds to the charm.
Господинова
couple
September 15, 2025
The sea view is stunning, the bungalow design is authentic, everything was perfectly clean. There are plenty of places around the hotel with affordable prices. The staff was helpful and attentive.
ROCIO
couple
August 14, 2025
“Dreamiest place”
It’s was a dream!
Imtiaz
couple
August 1, 2025
“Relaxing beachfront getaway with ocean views, friendly staff, and unforgettable sunrise experience.”
Beautiful beaches with soft powdered sand and stunning ocean views, including breathtaking sunrises. Easy beach access, friendly locals and staff, and a relaxing atmosphere. The all‑day breakfast offered a generous variety of options. The rooms were very good, and although we experienced some issues with our bathroom, the staff were exceptionally accommodating — upgrading us to another villa with private Jacuzzi facilities and offering meal discounts for the inconvenience. Loved the reef walk experience and exploring fascinating sea creatures and marine life.
Quijada
couple
June 22, 2025
“Romantic and way above any of our expectations”
Our stay was incredible. My boyfriend planned to propose to me and he organised it with the manager who got everything going with the rest of the team. They were absolutely fantastic right till the very end. The room is gorgeous with an astonishing view. They provide shoes if you fancy a reef walk and bikes for a ride on the beach. Very romantic and chill vibes. The restaurant only served delicious meals, we particularly fell in love with the lobster tagliatelle.
nader
couple
June 17, 2025
It has access to one of the best beaches I've been to. The staff is very friendly and fun. The food is consistently good and well prepared.
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Darts, Cycling, Diving, Snorkelling, Beachfront, Evening entertainment, Beauty Services, Facial treatments, Hair treatments, Manicure, Pedicure, Body treatments, Body scrub, Spa facilities, Spa/wellness packages, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Yoga classes, Temporary art galleries, Walking tours, Live music/performance, Live sport events (broadcast), Beach
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Wine/champagne, Fruits, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast options
General
WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Designated smoking area, Safety deposit box, Adult only
Internet
WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor pool, Garden, Terrace, BBQ facilities, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Pool and wellness
Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Pool with view, Pool/beach towels, Pool bar, Shallow end, Swimming pool, Swimming Pool
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Services
Shuttle service, Daily housekeeping, Ironing service, Car hire, Room service, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Luggage storage, Currency exchange, Fax/photocopying, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Lockers
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
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