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Featuring 3 swimming pools, a dove center, and a restaurant, Sunshine Marine Lodge is located 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 private 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. Dove Point Zanzibar offers scuba diving and snorkeling. The property also features a Body & Mind Harmony Center. 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 34 mi from Stone Town and 37 mi from Zanzibar International Airport. Located just in front of Mnemba Island, the lodge is a 20-minute drive from Matemwe.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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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 twin bed
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1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen 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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See what guests loved the most:

  • Lauriane
    France France
    I was looking for a secluded and beautiful place close to the best diving spots. Sunshine Marina Lodge ticked all the boxes and more! The room was massive, tastefully decorated, with a gorgeous view over a lush garden and the sea. The place is so...
  • Tahira
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Lovely location and awesome space for swimming in the ocean.
  • Hamzeh
    Jordan Jordan
    The property is clean, near to Snorkling and diving spots

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

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

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

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Spa
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment & 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
  • Safe
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!
    Spa
    • 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
      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 PM to 10:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    From 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

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

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs 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
    Must-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 ID 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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

    FAQs about Sunshine Marine Lodge

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

    • Sunshine Marine Lodge has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • The prices at Sunshine Marine Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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

    • The nearest beach is 2,300 feet from Sunshine Marine Lodge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Sunshine Marine Lodge include:

      • Suite
      • Double
      • Twin/Double
      • Family

    • 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

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

      • Spa
      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Snorkeling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Spa facilities
      • Themed dinners
      • Pedicure
      • Bicycle rental
      • Full-body massage
      • Walking tours
      • Waxing services
      • Horseback riding
      • Neck massage
      • Live sports events (broadcast)
      • Body scrub
      • Water sports facilities on site
      • Yoga classes
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Beauty services
      • Bike tours
      • Back massage
      • Swimming pool
      • Manicure
      • Foot massage

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