Matemwe Sands Beach Resort

Beachfront hotel in Matemwe with spa and restaurant

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Bring the kids when you stay at Matemwe Sands Beach Resort, and they can enjoy the free kids' club. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body treatments, or aromatherapy. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, an indoor pool, and a beach bar.
VIP Access

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach bar
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Massage/treatment rooms

For families (6)

  • Children's club (free)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a glass shower enclosure, and a wooden panel design.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, and a large mirror above the sink.
A modern hotel room with a glass coffee table, a bed with a canopy, a sofa, and a TV on the wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a shower area, and a bathroom.

Superior Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a glass shower enclosure, and a wooden panel design.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, and TV. The room has a view of the ocean and palm trees.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, a sitting area with a chair, and a balcony with curtains.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a sofa.

Standard Room

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a glass shower enclosure, and a wooden panel design.
A modern hotel room with a glass partition, two beds, a sitting area, and a bathroom visible through the glass.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a shower area, and a bathroom.
A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, two sinks, and a large mirror.

Family Room

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a glass shower enclosure, and a wooden panel design.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, and TV. The room has a view of the ocean and palm trees.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area, a large mirror, and a bathroom with a bathtub.
A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, two sinks, and a large mirror.

Premium Studio Suite

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
4953 7P, Matemwe, Mkoa wa Unguja Kaskazini

What's nearby

  • Muyuni Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Kigomani Beach - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 14 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Nungwi Beach - 42 min drive - 26.4 km
  • Kendwa Beach - 44 min drive - 25.6 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunshine Marine Lodge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kasha boutique hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Green & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Andiamo - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Yoga Bar Zanzibar - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Matemwe Sands Beach Resort

  • Bring the kids when you stay at Matemwe Sands Beach Resort, and they can enjoy the free kids' club. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body treatments, or aromatherapy. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, an indoor pool, and a beach bar.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 68 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time ends: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is noon

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Free children's club

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Beach bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Children's games

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Volleyball
  • Evening entertainment

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

ALOVERA SPA has 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from May 14 2026 to January 31 2027 (dates subject to change).

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche
Property Registration Number Z0000278864

Frequently asked questions

Is Matemwe Sands Beach Resort currently open?

This property is closed from May 14 2026 to January 31 2027 (dates subject to change).

Is there a pool at Matemwe Sands Beach Resort?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Matemwe Sands Beach Resort?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Matemwe Sands Beach Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Matemwe Sands Beach Resort?

Check-in ends: anytime. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Matemwe Sands Beach Resort and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as swimming. Additional recreation onsite includes volleyball. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Matemwe Sands Beach Resort also has 2 bars and spa services.

Are there restaurants at or near Matemwe Sands Beach Resort?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Matemwe Sands Beach Resort like?

Matemwe Sands Beach Resort is located a short 1-minute walk from Muyuni Beach.

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