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Sunshine Marine Lodge

Matemwe , Off Mnemba Island Road, Zanzibar (Show on Map)

8.9

Excellent

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Summary of reviewsSunshine Marine Lodge is a beautiful and secluded resort with fantastic views of the ocean and Mnemba Island. The lodge is surrounded by lush gardens and offers a great location for diving and snorkeling. The infinity pool provides breathtaking views and the lodge has a great atmosphere with friendly staff. The breakfast is recommended with guests citing it as a highlight of their stay, while the dinner is exceptional with delicious food that changes every day. The rooms are beautiful and comfortable with stunning views and a unique design. The staff is dedicated and friendly, going above and beyond to make guests feel welcome. The hotel provides an excellent internet experience and boasts a beautiful pool area. Although the hotel is quite isolated, the shuttle service to a nearby beach is free and runs numerous times throughout the day. Sunshine Marine Lodge is the perfect romantic getaway for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle. Overall, it's a perfect place to recharge and indulge.
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Room Types

Deluxe Suite with Garden View Located in bungalows surrounded by a lush garden, this room comes with a balcony or veranda with Ocean view, Zanzibari-style décor, king size bed with mosquito net, desk, stone bench, safe, fans, wardrobe. The en suite bathroom is equipped with a shower. The rate is based on 2 adults but can accommodate up to 3 guests (see Hotel Policies). The rates apply for additional guests vary depending on the season and may be lower than those indicated in the conditions.

Ocean Front Suite Located in a bungalow surrounded by a lush garden, this room comes with a balcony or veranda with Ocean front view, Zanzibari-style décor, king size bed with mosquito net, desk, stone bench, safe, fans, wardrobe. The en suite bathroom is equipped with a shower. The rate is based on 2 adults but can accommodate up to 3 guests (see Hotel Policies). The rates apply for additional guests vary depending on the season and may be lower than those indicated in the conditions.

Family Suite with Partial Ocean View Set in a luscious garden, this more spacious room comes with a furnished balcony or veranda, Zanzibari-style décor, king size bed with mosquito net, 2 stone benches, desk, safe, fans. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, toilette separated. 2 extra single beds can be added. The rate is based on 2 adults but can accommodate up to 4 guests (see Hotel Policies). The rates apply for additional guests vary depending on the season and may be lower than those indicated in the conditions.

Deluxe Ocean Front Suite Featuring a private balcony or verandah, this unit is located in a bungalow overlooking the Indian Ocean. It is spacious and offers a private entrance. It also comes with Zanzibari-style décor and a seating area. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower. There is no capacity for an extra bed in this room type. There is a 2 guest maximum.

Garden Suite Housed in a bungalow and featuring Zanzibari decor, these rooms have a balcony or veranda overlooking the lush garden. The king-size bed is draped with a mosquito net, and the room is equipped with a desk, safe, fans and a closet. The en suite bathroom has a shower. This room is available as twin bedded and one extra bed can be added on request. The rate is based on 2 adults but can accommodate up to 3 guests (see Hotel Policies). The rates apply for additional guests vary depending on the season and may be lower than those indicated in the conditions.

Family Suite with Garden View The spacious family room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 3 beds.

Suite with Ocean View Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite includes 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. The suite has a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as a terrace with sea views. The unit has 2 beds.

About Sunshine Marine Lodge

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Guest Reviews

8.9

Excellent

Location

Sunshine Marine Lodge is located in a lovely secluded spot with fantastic views of the ocean and Mnemba Island. The lodge is surrounded by beautiful garden areas and it overlooks the stunning ocean. It's a great location for diving with a diving school on the premises and it's located near Mnemba Atoll for snorkelling and diving. However, the lodge is a bit far away from other places and restaurants, so a shuttle is needed to reach the nearby sandy beach. The road to reach the hotel can be bad, but the location is incredible and worth the journey. The infinity pool provides breathtaking views and the lodge has a great atmosphere with friendly staff. Some rooms are at the back of the resort but with incredible views of the island. It's a perfect place to go for diving, yoga and to enjoy a peaceful and beautiful location. Nevertheless, the hotel is quite isolated so guests need to rent a scooter or take a taxi to visit other places.

Breakfast

The breakfast at Sunshine Marine Lodge gets a mostly positive review from guests. They praise the authentic and delicious food with some mentioning the fine dining touch in individually prepared dishes. The breakfast options are varied with a buffet at some times and a regular menu at others. However, some guests complain about the lack of explanation of the regular menu or the poor selection of fruits. Despite the overpriced food and sameness of the breakfast offerings each day, guests enjoy the cozy atmosphere of breakfast by the ocean. The buffet breakfast is described as either average or copious, depending on the guest. Overall, the breakfast is recommended with guests citing it as a highlight of their stay.

Dinner

The dinner at Sunshine Marine Lodge is exceptional with delicious food that changes every day. The staff keeps the meals organized and the restaurant boasts amazing views. While some guests chose only breakfast, they enjoyed the varied and delicious menu options for dinner. The restaurant is described as amazing, exceptional and of high quality. Although a few guests found the menu choices limited or the prices expensive, the majority of guests thoroughly enjoyed the food and experience. Some guests noted slow service or slightly cold food, but overall the restaurant is praised for its gastronomic flair and daily changing menu options. The seafood platter is a must-try and the dinner menu is described as being worthy of a fine dining restaurant.

Rooms

Sunshine Marine Lodge offers amazing rooms that provide a private and comfortable stay while embracing the local environment. Guests can choose between two types of rooms, garden view or oceanfront, both well-decorated and spacious. The eco-style bungalows are made from natural materials and provide beautiful views of the ocean or lush gardens. Though some rooms lack air conditioning, the constant breeze and numerous fans keep guests cool. The rooms are kept clean and tidy daily, allowing guests to fully relax and enjoy their stay. The staff is friendly and accommodating with some guests even receiving upgrades upon arrival. While some guests have reported bugs and uncomfortable mattresses, the overall consensus is that the rooms are beautiful and comfortable with stunning views and a unique design. Overall, Sunshine Marine Lodge provides a beautiful and comfortable accommodation for those seeking to immerse themselves in the local environment.

Beds

Guests who have stayed at Sunshine Marine Lodge offer mixed reviews on the comfort of the beds. Some guests found the mattresses to be too hard, causing discomfort and neck pain. However, others found the beds to be comfortable and spacious. Some guests noted that the bedding was in poor condition with mattresses on wooden planks that creak and groan. Despite the mixed reviews on the bedding, guests appreciate the regular housekeeping and the effort to keep the rooms cool with provided fans. Some guests did note that there were no electrical outlets near the bed, which could be inconvenient for some.

Cleanliness

Sunshine Marine Lodge is a beautiful and well-maintained resort that is perfect for a comfortable stay. The rooms are clean, spacious and rustic-chic, creating a paradise-like atmosphere. The cleaning staff rigorously and regularly maintain the rooms, changing towels, making beds and filling water bottles, ensuring all details are taken care of. The toilets smell lovely and the resort is decorated with lots of flowers. Although there were some instances of insects in the rooms, the staff is quick to rectify the issue. The pools are very nice and well maintained. The property is fantastic and the staff is helpful and accommodating, making for a delightful experience.

Staff

Sunshine Marine Lodge boasts a dedicated and friendly staff who go above and beyond to make guests feel welcome. Many reviewers praised the kindness of the staff, who were described as adorable, attentive and warm. Guests noted that the personnel were always smiling, helpful and fantastic with a particular shoutout given to Charles and Daniel. The service was excellent and the staff were professional, well-educated and efficient across all areas of the hotel. However, some guests noted that service at the restaurant was slow and disorganized and that specific requests were challenging to accommodate. Despite these minor issues, most guests were impressed by the incredible hospitality of the staff at Sunshine Marine Lodge, who were always available to answer any questions and make their stay pleasant. Whether it's the receptionists, the bar and restaurant team or the diving instructors, the personnel are an asset to the hotel and are highly recommended by guests.

Wi-Fi

The Sunshine Marine Lodge provides an excellent internet experience to its guests with the fastest wifi that one can experience in Zanzibar. Most guests reported that the wifi worked really well, although the speed could be slow at times. The availability of wifi throughout the property was appreciated by many guests. However, some guests did experience weak internet or slow connection which could be improved further. There were a few mentions of no wifi in the rooms. Overall, guests had a positive experience with the wifi at Sunshine Marine Lodge.

Pool

Sunshine Marine Lodge boasts a beautiful pool area which is spacious and open and provides a magnificent view of the ocean and nearby Mnemba Island. The infinity pool and surrounding landscape have an overall aesthetic appeal and there are cute and comfortable sun loungers and couches available to relax on. The pool area is great for chilling and swimming and even though there's difficult access to the sea, the pool is a refreshing alternative. Guests can enjoy delicious drinks from the pool bar or dine on the terrace that overlooks the pool and sea. Although some guests found the pool a bit cold and one mentioned it was dirty, most reviews highlight the great pool, perfect pool with an ocean view and the amazing swimming pools at the hotel.

Beach

If you're looking for a hotel with a beachfront location, Sunshine Marine Lodge may not be for you. However, it does offer a shuttle service to a nearby beach with stunning sandy shores that's definitely worth a visit. The mesmerizing seaside views and lovely property are hard to beat and it's located right on the ocean with a pier for easy access to the water. The diving center is very professional with beautiful snorkeling and diving excursions to Mnemba Island, which is located right in front of the hotel. During low tide, you can walk on the shoreline and see the beautiful rocky formations. Keep in mind that there are no beach access or loungers on-site and the beach near the hotel may not be the most comfortable for swimming due to the presence of sea urchins and currents. However, the shuttle service to the nearby beach is free and runs numerous times throughout the day. Although the shuttle ride may be bumpy, the beautiful white sand beach is worth the trip. Overall, if you're willing to trade direct beach access for stunning ocean views and easy shuttle access to a nearby beach, Sunshine Marine Lodge is definitely worth considering for your next vacation.

Romantic

The Sunshine Marine Lodge is the perfect romantic getaway for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle. Nestled in a lovely secluded location, the hotel offers breathtaking views and a peaceful atmosphere. The staff go above and beyond to make you feel special, especially for honeymooners. The hotel has its own diving center, making it a great place for diving at Mnemba Atoll. You'll feel like family rather than just a guest at this wonderful boutique hotel. Guests describe a feeling of exclusivity and pampering with special shout outs to Gaba for organizing a romantic dinner and setup on the jetty. It's a perfect place to recharge and indulge, as one guest noted it was the fourth stop on their honeymoon and it was perfect. Overall a very romantic place, as one guest put it, "I was passing through for two nights for my honeymoon."

Yes, Sunshine Marine Lodge has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Infinity Pool, Panoramic View Pool, Outdoor Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Sunshine Marine Lodge.

No, Sunshine Marine Lodge doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Sunshine Marine Lodge.

No, Sunshine Marine Lodge doesn't have a gym.

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