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Featuring 3 swimming pools, a dive centre, and a restaurant, Sunshine Marine Lodge is situated on a cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean and Mnemba Atoll, in a wild and unspoiled bush, far away from busy city life. Rooms with views to the beautiful gardens, or the breathtaking Indian Ocean. Every room features a furnished balcony or balcony, free Wi-Fi, fans, mosquito net, safety deposit box, kettle, a bottle of water daily, and tea & coffee making facilities. The ensuite bathrooms are equipped with a shower. Sunshine Marine Lodge also offers their guests access to a beach area on Sunshine Bay, our sister property. This private beach features a restaurant, beach bar as well as umbrellas and sun lounges. Guests can take a complementary shuttle multiple times per day. There is a wooden jetty leading down to the beach at low tide and to the sea at high tide. Guests can also relax by one of the pools. Dive Point Zanzibar offers scuba diving and snorkeling. The property also features a Body & Mind Harmony Centre. The space was designed with yoga practitioners in mind, but can serve many other purposes. Yoga classes available. Guests can enjoy local and international cuisine at the restaurant and drinks at the Boat Bar. There are several lounge areas, and free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Sunshine Marine Lodge is located 55 km from Stone Town and 60 km from Zanzibar International Airport. Located just in front of Mnemba Island, the lodge is a 20-minute drive from Matemwe.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
1 single bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.6
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
8.4
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  • Connor
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The beautiful and helpful staff are the highlight of Sunshine Marine Lodge. The food was excellent, with a wide array of options to choose from. The spa is a fantastic amenity to the lodge, with lots of affordable treatments carried out by the...
  • Sophie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stayed here to dive, it was outstanding. Very much recommend
  • Olga
    Germany Germany
    beautiful garden, breakfest, fantastic sea view, staff, service

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African • Seafood • Local • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Sunshine Marine Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
    Wellness
    • Yoga classes
    • Full body massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Spa facilities
    • Body scrub
    • Pedicure
    • Manicure
    • Waxing services
    • Beauty Services
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa and wellness centre
      Additional charge
    Languages spoken
    • Danish
    • German
    • English
    • French
    • Italian
    • Polish
    • Swahili

    House rules

    Sunshine Marine Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 12:00 to 22:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    From 07:30 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 3 years
    Cot upon request
    Free
    4 - 12 years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$61 per child, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Sunshine Marine Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that Sunshine Marine Lodge does not accept bank notes issued before 2009.

    Please inform Sunshine Marine Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Sunshine Marine Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    FAQs about Sunshine Marine Lodge

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Guests staying at Sunshine Marine Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.4).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Halal
      • Gluten-free
      • Buffet
      • À la carte

    • The prices at Sunshine Marine Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Sunshine Marine Lodge is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Sunshine Marine Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Spa facilities
      • Themed dinner nights
      • Pedicure
      • Bicycle rental
      • Full body massage
      • Walking tours
      • Waxing services
      • Horse riding
      • Neck massage
      • Live sport events (broadcast)
      • Body scrub
      • Water sport facilities on site
      • Yoga classes
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Beauty Services
      • Bike tours
      • Back massage
      • Swimming Pool
      • Manicure
      • Foot massage

    • Sunshine Marine Lodge is 3.1 miles from the centre of Matemwe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Sunshine Marine Lodge include:

      • Suite
      • Double
      • Twin/Double
      • Family

    • Sunshine Marine Lodge has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • The nearest beach is just 750 yards from Sunshine Marine Lodge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.