Sunshine Marine Lodge
Off Mnemba Island Road, Zanzibar, 4749 Matemwe, Tanzania – Great location - show map
Sunshine Marine Lodge
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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 8.7 for a two-person trip.
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- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Spa and wellness centre
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
Lise
Norway“Great location, really nice rooms, friendly staff.”- Alessandro
Italy“Everything was perfect. The place, the location, the food, the staff, the room!!! Is an absolute paradise!!!” 
Rijo
United Arab Emirates“The property is amazing. Beautiful people, very clean resort, the restaurant is amazing. They also have in-house dive company - dive point and also in-house excursion manager who will brief you about all the tour packages and excursions that you...”- Katrine Norway“Beautiful hotel in lovely surroundings. Excellent breakfast. We appreciated that they had yoga and a diving centre at the hotel.”
Catherine
Belgium“Very kind, always smiling and attentive, and professional staff, make you feel really welcome.”- Christoffel
South Africa“As everyone knows, very conveniently close to Mnemba island, with amazing views and superb diving and snorkeling location. The environment was nice and quiet.” 
Alison
United Kingdom“Really enjoyed my stay here. The gardens are stunning and surround the rooms giving you privacy and the feeling of being in the jungle. The staff are all extremely friendly and helpful. Lovely views over the island of Pemba. Great food and good...”
Stefanie South Africa“Very relaxing atmosphere with great view. Facilities neatly kept. Friendly staff.”- Sumeng
China“Great accommodation. The houses and garden are amazing. Room is clean and cozy with great view. The staff are very friendly and did their work very well. Food is a little expensive but delicious. We really enjoy these days spending in Sunshine...” - Jo United Arab Emirates“It's a stunningly beautiful resort, with wonderful bedrooms. Fabulous manicured gardens. A wonderful restaurant with great views and excellent food from breakfast to dinner.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Is there a shuttle available to get to the closest beach nearby? What are the other transportation options?
We do provide free transport by car any from 9:00am to 6:00am or by boat when water is high tide, free bicycle or when water is low tide can walk by t..Answered on 30 November 2019Is your private beach next to the property or do I need to use a means of transportation to go there?
Dear Guest, Our beach is 10 minutes walking during low tide from the lodge and 5 minutes by boat during high tide, by car is 15 minute, all transport..Answered on 18 September 2019Hi do you have WiFi ? If not how does one get one ? Could you give us an idea of the daily activities in Zanzibar night life as well ? Thank you 😀
Yes we do have wifi, there are different activities and place to go for night life.Answered on 8 June 2021hi’what does the half board include.is it breakfast with one more meal either lunch or dinner?also does it include alcohol and is it bottomless?
Hello! Half Board includes your breakfast and a 3-course dinner. Drinks are at all times extra charged.Answered on 4 March 2023Are yoga sessions included if you book a room? Thanks
Thank you for your question! Yes, yoga is done multiple times per week and free of charge for our inhouse guests!Answered on 24 October 2022Hi do you have daily boat transfers to Mnemba atoll?
We have daily diving trips around Mnemba by boat, but the island cannot be accessed as this is private property. You can book this directly with them.Answered on 11 July 2022- Still looking?
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAfrican • Seafood • Local • International
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceTraditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Facilities of Sunshine Marine LodgeGreat facilities! Review score, 9
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Spa and wellness centre
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Garden view
- View
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Bicycle rental
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Themed dinner nightsAdditional charge
- Bike tours
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Water sport facilities on siteAdditional charge
- SnorkellingAdditional charge
- Horse ridingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional charge
- Cycling
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Sofa
- Seating Area
- Desk
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Board games/puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopying
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Mosquito net
- Wake-up service
- Private entrance
- Packed lunches
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Yoga classes
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa facilities
- Body scrub
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing services
- Beauty Services
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa and wellness centreAdditional charge
- Danish
- German
- English
- French
- Italian
- Polish
- Swahili
House rulesSunshine Marine Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
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
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.
The fine printNeed-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
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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
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Sunshine Marine Lodge has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant #1
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Guests staying at Sunshine Marine Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.9).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Halal
- Gluten-free
- Buffet
- À la carte
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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.
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Sunshine Marine Lodge is 3.1 miles from the centre of Matemwe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Sunshine Marine Lodge is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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Room options at Sunshine Marine Lodge include:
- Suite
- Double
- Twin/Double
- Family
