Set on the east coast of Zanzibar on the Kiwengwa shoreline, Sandies Mapenzi Beach Club perfectly blends in the natural environment of the surrounding landscape, covering an area of four hectares blessed with a long white beach and tropical gardens of palms and bougainvillea.

This resort is a perfect choice for guests in search of a retreat that offers a nice mixture of relaxation, laziness and all-inclusive service.
The Sandies Mapenzi Beach Club offers 87 spacious and comfortable bungalows charmingly furnished in traditional East African style. All rooms have a large private veranda and are fitted with canopy bed with mosquito net, large bathrooms with walk-in shower and double hand basin. Room categories include 30 deluxe beachfront with Wi-Fi internet facilities (at charge), 36 superior sea facing and 21 superior garden.

There is a MVUA African Rain Massage Centre, an extensive daily and evening entertainment program on offer for guests, including water gym, beach volleyball and soccer, archery, table tennis, darts, table tennis, pool table and the very entertaining African shows, live music and karaoke nights. As well entertainment guest can use the water sports centre equipped with the latest water toys and snorkelling equipment.

Guests will also be fulfilled with the delightful selection of restaurants and bars. Starting at the main restaurant that serves both local and international cuisine, with an African dinner once a week on the beach. Nakupenda Pizzeria, set near the beach is open for dinner, as well as the restaurant Suli Suli serving seafood specialities under small gazebos in a very romantic environment. The Pool Bar and the Beach Bar offer guests cool drinks and snacks throughout the day, and in the evening guests can retreat to the Alif Laila for shisha, Arabic coffee and tea.