Shanuo Beach Bungalows
Michamvi Road
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Why people book this hotel
“Very friendly and helpful staff, especially lovely Salma”
“Very friendly and caring staff”
“Smaller nice resort on the Pengwe Beach, opposite famous restaurant "The Rock"”
“The location was magnificent”
“Nice calm and quiet place”
“The staff were so kind, thoughtful and helpful, the rooms were cozy with incredi…”
“Good breakfast served on your balcony”
“Delicious breakfast served on balcony”
“Good value for money Only a 2 minute walk to The Rock restaurant”
“Good price and free water throughout the stay”
“It was clean, the welcome bedding setup was so cute”
Overview
Located in Michamvi, Shanuo Beach Bungalows provides free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden, a terrace and a bar. There is a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries in each unit, along with a hairdryer. A bicycle rental service and a private beach area are featured at the lodge, and guests can go cycling in the surroundings. Michamvi Pingwe Beach is a few steps from Shanuo Beach Bungalows, while Jozani Forest is 24 km away.
Traveller reviews
Rose
solo_traveller
May 12, 2026
“I would highly recommend , so peaceful ☺️”
It was clean, the welcome bedding setup was so cute. I like that they assist in reducing mosquitoes by spraying rooms everyday.
JosefCan
solo_traveller
April 30, 2026
“Very nice resort on the Indian Ocean”
Smaller nice resort on the Pengwe Beach, opposite famous restaurant "The Rock". Good breakfast served on your balcony. WELAN okay. You can book any kind of trips and excursions.Very friendly and helpful staff, especially lovely Salma.
KRISTA
couple
March 10, 2026
Very friendly and caring staff. Nice calm and quiet place. We enjoyed very much.
Ghaleelah
family_with_children
March 6, 2026
The staff were superb at taking care of our needs. The location was magnificent.
Lyndsay
couple
February 19, 2026
“Great stay and great value for money”
Beach front location. Good value for money Only a 2 minute walk to The Rock restaurant. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Delicious breakfast served on balcony
Bernalee
couple
February 19, 2026
“Paradise Found!”
Everything was perfect at Shanuo! The staff were so kind, thoughtful and helpful, the rooms were cozy with incredible sea views, delicious breakfast served right on your balcony/porch, calm environment! I will definitely stay at Shanuo again! Highly recommend!!!
Bongani
couple
January 10, 2026
“Exceptional service”
Great location, the staff was very friendly and welcoming. We enjoyed our stay and I highly recommend Shanuo👌🏽
Ivy
family_with_children
January 8, 2026
“Long”
The ease of access to the beach., restaurants, etc.
Renata
couple
November 25, 2025
“Natural, quiet and truly authentic”
We stayed in this small hotel in Zanzibar and really loved it. It feels very local, natural and simple, but in the best way — cozy and real. The view to The Rock Restaurant is beautiful and around are many small boutique places and cafés. From here you can take a small boat to see the starfishes or go to Blue Lagoon. We saw dolphins in the sea very close to the shore! You can also walk to nearby cafes and small hotels. Having a car is recommended. The beach here is quiet: no sellers, no dancers and no people offering services. Nothing disturbs your rest. The owner is a warm and kind person that you feel like home. This is the real Zanzibar not like chain hotels. The place has its own vibe and soul. It is definitely not for people who want very luxury hotels with shiny things because everything here is very natural and simple. It is for those who want to feel the real local life. We already know that will want to come back.
Josep
solo_traveller
November 25, 2025
“Amazing location and very comfortable”
Location is excellent
Paul
couple
October 7, 2025
We had a booking for an evening meal at the Rock restaurant (a stone throw from Shanuo) so we booked one night here for convenience. We were so impressed we ended up returning for a further two nights at the end of our trip.. Gillian and her team were incredibly helpful and accommodating, giving lots of super tips about places to visit on the Island. If you are looking for a no frills authentic economic accommodation right on the beach with abundant restaurants within a few minutes stroll this is a sure winner. The beds were super comfortable especially the pillows and a real treat to have breakfast brought to your balcony every morning. We will definitely recommend this to others.
RadekDXB
couple
October 7, 2025
“It was just perfect !! Exactly what we needed.Thank you for your hospitality !!”
Cari
couple
September 29, 2025
“Lovely restful stay in a beautiful spot”
The breakfast on the balcony was lovely and added a special touch to the experience. The place really had everything we needed, and everyone that works there is really friendly and helpful.
Estelle
couple
September 21, 2025
Nice rooms in a stunning location. Staff very helpful. Bed very comfortable, with good shower. Good price and free water throughout the stay.
Lea
solo_traveller
September 7, 2025
I can highly recommend to stay here! It is such a quiet little oasis and perfect to relax and enjoy the beach. Coming from crowded Paje before and being overwhelmed by all the people talking to you, I was so happy that I found this accomodation where I could finally relax, calm down and just read a book in their hammock directly at the beach. The whole staff team is very friendly and the manager is such a nice person, helping you with everything. They would also organize tours for you, like a Dhow or snorkeling tour. There is no restaurant at the Bungalows, but this is absolutely no problem since there are many very good restaurants nearby in a walking distance of 5 min, where you can also relax at the pool after lunch. Breakfast is served at the terrace, which is beautiful when you book the bungalow with a balcony, you have a stunning view to the ocean. The whole atmosphere was very relaxing and had almost a family-vibe. If I am coming back to Zanzibar, I would defenitely stay here again!
gingcong
solo_traveller
September 5, 2025
“Nice boetiek hotel”
The staffs are friendly, the location is quiet and the beach is beautiful. The Rock restaurant is front of the beach. The room is nice deco and the chairs and washroom table are design,All the things of the hotel are very multi culture and special design. The bed is comfort and the view is wonderful.
newell
family_with_children
September 4, 2025
Everything the staff and the management where do atentative. I was also given a room after check out to be able to shower and change. And right on the best beach on zanzibar
Judit
family_with_children
August 24, 2025
“Stunning view of The Rock restaurant”
It has a stunning view of the Rock restaurant. The breakfast was plenty and served on our porch. The staff is very friendly and nice. I loved it that they try to be environmentally conscious, and you get your own glass water bottle that you can fill up anytime. There is no restaurant on site, but there is plenty to choose from at walking distance.
Alexandra Frances
family_with_children
August 15, 2025
“Al in all a good stay”
Friendless of staff very obliging.Good position.
Wei
solo_traveller
August 10, 2025
“Good location”
Location
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Massage, Cycling, Diving, Snorkelling, Private beach area, Beachfront, Walking tours, Bike tours, Tour or class about local culture, Beach
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Baby safety gates
Food & Drink
Wine/champagne, Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request), Bar
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Designated smoking area, Minimarket on site
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Street parking, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Pool and wellness
Sun loungers or beach chairs
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access
Safety features
First aid kit available
Services
Shuttle service, Currency exchange, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Car hire, Room service, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Daily housekeeping, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Luggage storage
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Standard Apartment
Featuring 2 bedrooms, this apartment offers 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower, a seating area and terrace where you can relax. Among the room amenities are a private entrance, a dining area, a dressing room as well as a patio and garden views. The unit has 2 beds.
Deluxe Family Room
The family room offers a private entrance, a seating area, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 3 beds.
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. The double room provides a seating area, a dining area, as well as a balcony and an outdoor dining area. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double Room with Terrace
The double room features a private entrance, a seating area, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Triple Room with Balcony
Offering free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. The triple room offers a seating area, a dining area, as well as a balcony and an outdoor dining area. The unit offers 2 beds.
Triple Room with Terrace
The triple room provides a private entrance, a seating area, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
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