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Smiles Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with spa, near Nungwi Natural Aquarium

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Terrace, Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets
Reception
Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Escape to Smiles Beach Hotel, where a private beach and tranquil garden await. Unwind at the spa with a manicure or body treatment, enjoy sun loungers by the pool, and let kids have fun at the playground. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurant
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television

Room options

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Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Terrace, Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Terrace, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room, 2 Double Beds, Terrace, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Premium Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
North Coast of Zanzibar, Nungwi, 1111

What's nearby

  • Nungwi Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kendwa Beach - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 38 min drive - 24.5 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 96 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

About this property

Smiles Beach Hotel

When you stay at Smiles Beach Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe and visit the spa to be pampered with beachside massages, body scrubs, or mani/pedis. Other highlights include an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 22 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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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 18
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Children

    • Up to 4 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Beach volleyball
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 6 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2001
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.

Here's the breakdown, no surprises

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 4.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 50 per room (one-way)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 1 and April 30.

Policies

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Also known as

Smiles Beach Hotel Zanzibar Island/Nungwi
Smiles Beach Hotel
Smiles Beach Hotel Nungwi
Smiles Beach Nungwi
Smiles Hotel
Smiles Beach Hotel Zanzibar/Nungwi
Smiles Beach Hotel Hotel
Smiles Beach Hotel Nungwi
Smiles Beach Hotel Hotel Nungwi

Frequently asked questions

Is Smiles Beach Hotel currently open?

The property is closed between April 1 and April 30.

Does Smiles Beach Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Smiles Beach Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Smiles Beach Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Smiles Beach Hotel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Smiles Beach Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 50 per room one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Smiles Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Smiles Beach Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as volleyball. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Smiles Beach Hotel also has a private beach and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Smiles Beach Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Smiles Beach Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.

What's the area around Smiles Beach Hotel like?

Smiles Beach Hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Nungwi Beach and 5 minutes' walk from Nungwi Natural Aquarium.

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Smiles Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Restaurant
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What guests liked

  • The property's private beach area was a convenient and lovely spot for relaxation and sunbathing. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was attentive, friendly and polite , love the cleanliness of the room.
Abinet Assefa, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay! Definitely recommend
Tosin, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Also enjoy the idea of a bicycle for anyone to use.
Chuma, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff and owner were so incredibly nice and extremely helpful!
Meredith, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were super friendly. They spent between 45 minutes to 1 hour cleaning our room each day. They would fold our clothes in the wardrobe, line up our shoes and toiletries. I have never experienced cleaning to such depth 10/10. Pool was lovely and it was safe and quiet. Staff genuinely could not do enough. If you are half board food is a set menu for dinner. Only criticism would be sometimes the water would go off for a short period of time. There were the odd power cuts for a few seconds at a time.
Niamh, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property. Love the beach front with lounge chairs. All staff were so excellent.
Jennifer, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My partner and I stayed for 4 days and we loved! We had a great time. All the staff were ao nice, respectful and kind. From Mohamed who made our check-in to all the other staff, cleaners, kitchen… thank you so much! The location was very convenient, walking distances to many restaurants, in front of the beach with an incredible view and facilities. I would highly recommend it and would stay again.
Jefferson, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay at your quaint hotel very much. Walking along the beach was easy. Your restaurant was good and the included breakfast was generous with eggs made on the spot. The pool was wonderful ! We wish there was more light available in the room and the bathroom.
Kerrin, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at Smiles was one that I would recommend to anyone. Staff food everything was fantastic. One complaint but very minor I would have loved good coffee.
Robert, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good facilities. Good location. Don't use their taxi driver Mr Fantastic or whatever his name is, to go to Stone Town as he charged me more than originally quoted at the hotel.
Troy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good

Amazing! The only negative point is that alcohol is not sold in the bar and restaurant, but we already knew the information
Thyago, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great value for money!

Fantastic 3 star hotel in Nungwi! Great location in a quiet part of Nungwi. Private beach area with no salesmen. BEAUTIFUL outdoor area! Very kind employees from Reception to Spa, cleaning and Restaurant. Rooms are spacious with sufficient room for 3 big single/queen beds and luggage without it feeling crammed. Simple interior but we were only in the room for sleeping and it had good nets thst was prepared each night. Did not see one single mosquito inside. Bedsheets clean but with a few permanent stains. No issue for us as felt clean. No noticed electrical fall-outs - I think they have a generator. Only awareness point is that the door lock is very simple: from outside you lock with a small padlock (but there is a safe in the room). From inside there is a simple slide lock (toilet door style) that barely locked in our room - a simple push would have opened the door. Given guard on the premises I felt safe with just a suitcase in front of the door but preferably the lock had been a bit more solid. Does not change the conclusion: AWESOME hotel. Hope to return another time.
View from the beach towards the hotel. 5 small houses.
View from a sunbed
Nice pool with sunbeds, shade and even electricity for charging phones!
View from a sunbed
Sisser, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful beach property.Evertything went perfect. Breakfast was excellent. There is a person named "Fantastic" who was always there to help you out if need be _'Hakuna Ma ta ta"
Rajat K, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything is perfect, but the breakfast and coffee is terrible
Kristina, 12-night trip

6/10 Good

Dinner staff were great. Management didnt allow flexibility . Otherwise stay was ok
Sikander Mohamed, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

room was very neat and nice with a big bed . Breakfast was not good . Cleaning service was good . area around the pool could be improved .

8/10 Very good

Ok but too quiet for me

The resort itself was very nice. However the rooms were a bit unmodern, very bad lightning in bathroom, but comfy bed. Super friendly staff. But way too quiet for us, no music by pool. Food was ok, we didn’t have all inclusive. Still gives you a very authentic experience from their old school stove & grill station. Happy overall but I prefer a bit more modern and energetic place
Jennifer, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love our stay in the perfect location.

I had an amazing time at Smiles Beach Hotel. The staff was very attentive. The bed is HUGE. And every night around 7pm, they come in and set up the mosquito net. Many choices for breakfast and the location is superb. If you're driving, there's free parking and a bit or dirt road to get there. The only comment I have is how they use a key lock on the outside. I feel it may be a hazard...especially if someone wanted to lock you in the room.
Jennifer, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The accomodation in small villas was very nice. The pool was adequate. The property has lovely comfortable lounge chairs and tables located conveniently around the property. You have to go down steps to the beach but at low tide it was very nice. Captain Big Fish, who was strolling around the property, arranged a fabulous sunset dhow cruise for us at a very reasonable price. A variety of restaurants are nearby along the beach. The only complaint I have is breakfast. Not great food and not much variety.
Ann, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

We were disappointed about the restaurant. The restaurant definitely needs to be updated regarding the menus. Most of the time had to go next door to have our lunch and dinner.
Zainuddeen, 5-night trip

4/10 Fair

Hotel review 09/23-

Overall the hotel was tired and not up to date. The rooms was ok. The location was next to the beach with a nice private sunbathing area. The breakfast was not up to standard except for the egg station. Lack of fruits and always cold coffee. The Hotel should inform the guest about their non alcohol policy, was a big surprise and this tourist site! Recommens the hotel next door offered very good service, excellent food and drinks for tourists.
Beate, 4-night trip

4/10 Fair

A grumpy guy at the reception. The guard tried to refuse my girlfriend to enter after dinner one day, we went in anyway. The guard came with a person from the reception, who was screaming "she must leave now". No, we came together a few days ago and we will leave together. I showed him her cloth and her passport from the safe. So instead of looking in the register in the reception the guy came to harass my girlfriend. They went away without any apology. The place is halal, so no beer or wine if you fancy that with your food. Or not liking the way the animals are killed to be halal. No animation team. Very nice and thorough cleaning staff. The beach in front is very nice. A cracked speaker during breakfast, high volume, you want to leave the place asap.
Peter, 6-night trip

6/10 Good

June, 7-night trip

6/10 Good

Ingber

Maten i restaurangen gick inte att äta. Frukosten var katastrof. Så när det regnade som värst, hade det varit det enklaste alternativet för att få mat. Vi var hellre utan mat tyvärr, stranden var inte alls som den ser ut. Kendwa är mycket mycket finare att bo på. Vi hade otur med försenad regnperiod, men nej inget jag skulle vilja åka tillbaka till. Vi gjorde många fina utflykter, men vädret var bara med oss till 40%
Ingela, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Eric, 2-night trip