Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas

Хорошее расположение, хотя и труднодоступное. Мы хорошо поели, но не смогли закончить ужин, потому что никто не предупредил нас, что кухня закрывается. Персонал оправдал себя, сказав, что это система!!! Как жаль испортить ужин, не подав поздний десерт.

After a week of safari in Tanzania, we were looking forward to recovery and lazy days by the beach. We arrived at Zanzibar Sunrise and were welcomed by friendly staff, a beautiful garden with pool and peaceful background music. The breakfast alone is a reason to stay at Sunrise, choosing from fresh fruit and vegetables, egg dishes and great coffee, at any point of the day. We had a base of shakshuka all mornings, because of delicious. The staff helped us find and book activities for our stay, a private boat picked us up outside our house and took us snorkeling with fish and dolphins at the reef of Mnemba. We went reef walking with one of the hotel’s knowledgable gardeners, to see sea urchins, starfish, sea cucumber and more, the tide can be quite dramatic on this side of the island. The lovely manager Farah handled some early quirks with our stay in a swift, understanding and professional attitude, we couldn’t be more grateful for that. The entertainment manager Michael played a key part in creating a life memory of a romantic honeymoon dinner, with flowers, small lamps. white cloth and an exuberance of flowers framed the evening. This memory will be with us always. The food overall was so good and we didn’t find the need to visit other hotels for dinner. The wine list was mainly south african and somewhat scarce due to the approaching end of season, but we had some great pairings to fish and seafood. (The tiger prawn curry in papadum bowl is to die for). Thanks for making our honey moon so special, we cannot recommend this place highly enough!

We have just spent a week there and it was a great and relaxing experience!! The resort is really nice, clean and cared, and the staff is extremely friendly. They offered yoga classes during the weekdays and we got one of the best massages in our lives in their spa. The food was great and the nights of live music (Tuesdays and Fridays) were top so we really enjoyed a lot our stay there. With regards to the area (not sure if this is the same in all Zanzibar), important to know that you cannot swim in the sea during low tides as the floor is full of stones and sea urchins but it is Ok in high tides. In the beach you have a lot of people trying to sell you things. They are quite Ok when you tell them “no, thanks” but the recurrence of these interactions can be a bit annoying. Last but not least, the sound of the sea during the nights in high tides is very very loud. We got used to it but it took for us a couple of nights.

It was an excellent experience and recommend to everyone! Excellent food, friendly staff, namely Farah, which helped with all our needs. The rooms are cozy, and the environment was always great! The restaurant food and cocktails were always superb!

Our stay at Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas was absolutely incredible. The food was among the best we’ve ever had; the chef must be a star chef! Each day, we were blown away by the delicious meals, especially since we had half-board and could order à la carte. The property itself is beautifully designed, creating a wonderful atmosphere that truly enhances the experience. At night, we could hear the sounds of the ocean, and our rooms were stunning, providing a perfect retreat. The yoga classes were a highlight of our stay, and the live music was truly impressive. However, what stood out the most were the incredibly attentive and dedicated staff members, who made our visit truly exceptional. I can highly recommend Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas.

I absolutely loved the stunning Zanzibar sunset at Bandas! This place is a hidden gem, offering an amazing level of privacy. The rooms are incredibly spacious and beautifully designed. The food was out of this world, and Fara, the host, was an absolute delight—so warm and welcoming. I highly recommend Bandas for anyone seeking a unique, tranquil getaway. I can’t wait to return for another unforgettable experience! It’s definitely one of those places you’ll want to visit again and again. xx