Title: Sands inn Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sands inn Hotel Beachfront hotel for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for Sands inn Hotel ![Exterior - Sands inn Hotel (Pwani Mchangani)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109590000/109583600/109583562/3992b652.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Sands inn Hotel (Pwani Mchangani)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109590000/109583600/109583562/16bde4a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Sands inn Hotel (Pwani Mchangani)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109590000/109583600/109583562/24087253.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Suite, Balcony, Ocean View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets - Sands inn Hotel (Pwani Mchangani)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109590000/109583600/109583562/d082d4d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Sands inn Hotel (Pwani Mchangani)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109590000/109583600/109583562/52081e4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a free daily manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe at Sands inn Hotel. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beach massages and sunloungers. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant. ## Reviews 2.0 ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - 24/7 front desk - Air conditioning - Laundry - Housekeeping - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 4 - Dec 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=109583562&PinnedHotelID=109583562&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=109583562&PinnedHotelID=109583562&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 5 - Dec 6](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=109583562&PinnedHotelID=109583562&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=109583562&PinnedHotelID=109583562&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=109583562&PinnedHotelID=109583562&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=109583562&PinnedHotelID=109583562&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=109583562&PinnedHotelID=109583562&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=109583562&PinnedHotelID=109583562&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Family Suite, Balcony, Ocean View ![Family Suite, Balcony, Ocean View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109590000/109583600/109583562/d082d4d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite, Balcony, Ocean View ### Highlights Air conditioning Kitchen 2 bedrooms Private bathroom Microwave Local meal delivery service Cookware/dishes/utensils Daily housekeeping - 431 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Ocean view - Sleeps 4 - 4 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View ![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109590000/109583600/109583562/e7214051.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View ### Highlights Air conditioning Local meal delivery service Daily housekeeping Iron/ironing board In-room safe - 215 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View ![Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109590000/109583600/109583562/92f9fcd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View ### Highlights Air conditioning Local meal delivery service Daily housekeeping Iron/ironing board In-room safe - 215 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Basic Double Room, Ocean View ![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109590000/109583600/109583562/e7214051.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double Room, Ocean View ### Highlights Air conditioning Local meal delivery service Daily housekeeping Iron/ironing board In-room safe - 215 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Single Bed ### View all photos for Economy Double Room, Ocean View ![Economy Double Room, Ocean View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109590000/109583600/109583562/be3623bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Double Room, Ocean View ### Highlights Air conditioning Local meal delivery service Daily housekeeping Iron/ironing board In-room safe - 172 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPwani-Mchangani-Hotels-Sands-Inn-Hotel.h109583562.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPwani-Mchangani-Hotels-Sands-Inn-Hotel.h109583562.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-5.92362%2C39.35813&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=z8x_CVvbBX33D5VCA0qnZJ74m8A=) Pwani mchangani, Pwani Mchangani, Unguja North Region, 73111 #### What's nearby - Pwani Mchangani Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Mapenzi Beach \- 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Kiwengwa Beach \- 8 min drive \- 2.8 miles - Kendwa Beach \- 47 min drive \- 18.2 miles - Nungwi Beach \- 47 min drive \- 19.2 miles #### Getting around - Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 76 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Wok - ‬11 min drive - ‪Spice Restaurant - ‬7 min drive - ‪Gabi Beach - ‬9 min drive - ‪Namaste Indian restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Yoga Bar Zanzibar - ‬9 min drive ## About this property ### Sands inn Hotel Hotel on a private island A free breakfast buffet, a free daily manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Sands inn Hotel. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beach massages and sunloungers. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self-parking - Beach towels, coffee/tea in reception and a porter/bellboy - Beach umbrellas, local meal delivery service and a front desk safe Room features All guest rooms at Sands inn Hotel offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as ## Similar properties ![SIMBA | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100190000/100181200/100181130/0e515977.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blue Villa Zanzibar Pwani Mchangani - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning £54 includes taxes & fees 3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=100181130&PinnedHotelID=100181130&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14760000/14759500/14759422/264d17f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bahati Villa Kiwengwa - 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Pool - Breakfast included - All-inclusive - Spa 8.0 Very good 16 reviews £101 includes taxes & fees 15 Dec - 16 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=11515286&PinnedHotelID=11515286&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Couples/private dining - Free daily manager's reception - Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 8 - Snack bar/deli ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Porter/bellhop - Proposal/romance packages ### Outdoors - Beach loungers - Beach towels - Beach umbrellas - On the beach ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) - Mosquito nets ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Outdoor shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Meal delivery service ### More - Air conditioning - Iron/ironing board - Safe - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 15 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cash deposit: USD 40 per accommodation, per night - A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Hosted evening meal: USD 8 The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property only accepts cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Sands inn Hotel Hotel Sands inn Hotel Pwani Mchangani Sands inn Hotel Hotel Pwani Mchangani ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sands inn Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Sands inn Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Sands inn Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Sands inn Hotel? ### Where is Sands inn Hotel located? ## Have a question? 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