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Sunset Kendwa

4.0 star property
Beachside lodge, walking distance away from Kendwa Beach
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Sunset Kendwa

On the beach, scuba diving, snorkelling
Pool
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
Property grounds

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Kendwa Beach, North Cost of Zanzibar, Kendwa
  • Nungwi Beach
    7 min drive
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium
    8 min drive
  • Kendwa Beach
    13 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Bungalow

Deluxe Bungalow

Deluxe Bungalow

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Double Room (Courtyard)

In-room safe

Standard Double Room (Courtyard)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

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

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About the area

Kendwa

At Sunset Kendwa you'll be 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Nungwi Beach and 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Kendwa Beach. Highlights at this beachfront lodge include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Sunset Restaurant, serves international cuisine. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find scuba diving and snorkelling. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions in proximity to this 4-property class Kendwa lodge include Mnemba Island and Kiwengwa Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Nungwi Beach - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 9 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Kendwa Beach - 13 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 34 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Promenade Main Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ginger Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sexy Fish - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Upendo Restaurant - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Sunset Kendwa

Beachside lodge, walking distance away from Kendwa Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Sunset Kendwa also features a garden, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Kendwa lodge is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Sunset Kendwa offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sunset Restaurant

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 lift

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

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
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 24 December and 10 January.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Sunset Kendwa

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Sunset Kendwa?

Sunset Kendwa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunset Kendwa?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Kendwa on 23 Nov 2024 start from AU$201.32, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Sunset Kendwa?

Yep, Sunset Kendwa has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Sunset Kendwa?

The closest beach to Sunset Kendwa is Nungwi Beach (3.3 km).

What makes Sunset Kendwa a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sunset Kendwa.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sunset Kendwa?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sunset Kendwa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Sunset Kendwa?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sunset Kendwa?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Sunset Kendwa Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 103 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 103 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 103 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 103 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 103 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sabina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Zanzibar gem
Amazing hotel, wonderful beach and the perfect staff. It was so good that we checked out after day 2, to go to stay in another hotel which was terrible n returned back at Sunset after 1 night!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Yousif

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Wilderness First

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Initially when I attempted to check in they overbooked me and did not have a room for me. They were able to shift me around and accommodate me, moving me 3 rooms in 3 nights. Staff was very friendly and helpful with the process, and apologetic.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Stay!
It was a wonderful stay! The staff was friendly and very helpful. The hotel is right off the beach with an awesome pool. Food was good but was hoping for more traditional plates but you can walk out of the hotel area to find restaurants and shop.
Bungalow
Pool
Beach
Morning beach views
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Pia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
A good Hotel But some things where old and broken like the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Rodrigo

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff, great location, but nothing special
The overall stay was nice. Check-in and Check-out were very quick and straightforward. The room was nice and comfortable with both ventilator and AC, a small minibar. The wardrobe was only a hanger section, so no shelves for you to put you clothes but it wasn´t a big deal in my case. The bathroom had a leak and kept getting wet, but they fixed it throughout my stay. There was no wifi in my room, so because I had to work while there, I had to go to the restaurant area to use the wiFi. The food was decent and with good prices. The service from the beach staff and the bar were very good and friendly. cocktails were ok and the prices were a bit on the highside. It is a nice choice of stay if you want to relax in a big hotel with decent facilities, but if you´re looking to enjoy more the bach and what the island has to have and use the room basically to shower and sleep, you might consider a slightly cheaper accommodation, since this one despite being good, has nothing special.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The upper unit was very spacious, comfortable and spotless. The management and staff are very friendly and accommodating. The breakfast is good and the others meals were very good including great pizza. We extended our stay as we liked it so much. Unfortunately, the beach (all hotels) has a litter problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beach paradise
I had a fantastic stay. Beautiful views
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach front.... Beautiful The rooms are clean and pretty too...
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Fredy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Visit To Zanzibar- Sunset Kendwa
Our stay was very pleasant. The rooms are very clean and the staff is very friendly. The beach is also clean and sublime. We only had one night but will definitely want a long stay next time.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities
NIce property but there really isn't anything to do within the property. No swimming pool when you can't swim in the ocean because of too much algea and jelly fish espevcially when it is too hot. Water temperature not well controlled. Could not get colder water for shower even if the hot water is turned off. No free drinking water provided in the room when their water is not safe for drinking. You have to buy yur water even at the restaurant. Restaurant food hit and miss. Breakfast selection not good. Only has egg for protein. They linit the amount of fruits ( ony 1 banana, LOL!) I wont recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Kay, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great stay
Large room and a lovely balcony with views of sea in distance. Great bar and restaurant area which did get quite noisy at night due to visiting tour groups. Easy to get a sunbed or hammock. Turquoise sea.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lorena, london

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best location in whole Zanzibar
This hotel has large clean rooms right on the best beach in the island. Other hotels are far from the sea but this one has the best sunbeds in town with amazing views and an awesome non-expensive bar. Staff super friendly. No WI-Fi in rooms, but u got it at the beach/bar area. We def recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice beach, but needs some attention to service
THE GOOD Lovely location on gorgeous wide beach Nice rooms with a bit of local character THE NOT SO GOOD - Food at the beachside restaurant is pretty poor and overpriced - why they don't fix the service and menu and make it great I can't understand. I'd recommend going next door to Kendwa Rock. - Internet is available at the restaurant and beach (not rooms), but it is painfully slow and essentially useless if more than a few people are using it. Certainly don't rely on it being available. Again, a relatively easy thing to fix to keep customers happy, but the management doesn't seem to care. - Service not particularly good or attentive - They often run out of beach towels - need to sort that issue - Beds are really quite firm to be that comfortable - the fan didn’t adjust (one speed only) - reported at the time - the phone didn’t work either - also reported (and known about but not fixed) - the shower not sealed and flooded the bathroom (reported) Basically the management need to take a good hard look and fix some issues with service, rooms, food and wifi to make it a great place and one of the best locations on Zanzibar
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Deep

Stay was ok
The stay was fine. There was no power when we arrived. Things were eventually sorted but when in Africa everything is pole pole which means slowly slowly! So be patient.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Best location
Amazing Beach right in front of hotel. Breakfast wasn’t so good

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort
Good location
Location very good!! Beautiful Beach right in front of hotel. Breakfast needs to be improved

8/10 Good

Melina, Hungary

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The best beach in Zanzibar belongs to Sunset
The location and beach area is the best. Not crowded, pleasant sunbeds and umbrellas. Wonderful garden. We stayed in building Lulu, which is one of the oldest in the development, therefore a bit worn down. Yet, beds were confi, room spacious, great segregated balcony with fantastic view to the Indian Ocean. Cleaning was okay, we even had an old AC, but did the job. Good value for money.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location but Terible service and cleanliness
The location is very good, but that's pretty much it. I know it is rated as a 3 * hotel, but i guess even these ones should have at least minimum of cleanliness and services. The room was not cleaned properly and the shower and the sink had visible disgusting salt/calcium deposits and the bed sheets were full of stains. Regarding the service, sometimes it was good and some times deplorable. We didn't used the sunbeds provided most of the time because of our busy schedule, but the one day that we went and asked for 2 beach towels ( which are included in the hotel facilities) the guy in charge of that told us that there are not anymore available. Here i try to explain him that is our last day and we wanna take a swim in the sea and we need 2 towels and his answear was: "well we don't have anymore...what are you gonna do about it?!" Which i think in any culture this is called a deplorable service.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great position
Everything works despite itself, food very average, but this doesn’t matter because it has the best position on an internationally fabulous beach. Also very fair price.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017