Sunshine Marine Lodge – Stay in Matemwe (Zanzibar), Zanzibar

Sunshine Marine Lodge offers three outdoor swimming pools, a spa & wellness centre with full body massage, body scrub, and manicure-pedicure services. The hotel provides complimentary bicycle rentals for exploring the surroundings and a free shuttle service connecting guests to its sister properties-Sunshine Azure Zanzibar Beach Hotel and Sunshine Bay Zanzibar - Adults Only. A 5-star PADI dive center is located on-site, offering all PADI courses and daily two-tank dives to Mnemba Atoll.

The hotel has 28 rooms, including Ocean View Suites and Garden Suites, each with a furnished balcony or terrace. Deluxe Ocean Front Suites provide unobstructed views of Mnemba Island from a private balcony. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with free toiletries.

The on-site restaurant serves locally-sourced Zanzibarian delicacies alongside international cuisine, with themed dinner nights and a selection of wines and champagne. The spa & wellness centre offers a range of treatments including foot massage, neck massage, and waxing services. Daily yoga sessions are held in a tranquil environment, and guests can participate in walking tours and tour or class about local culture.

The lodge is positioned on a cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean, with direct access to Mnemba Atoll for snorkeling and diving. Mnemba Island is visible from the property, and the on-site dive center allows guests to depart for marine excursions directly from the hotel. A shuttle service runs to Matemwe village, offering authentic local culture, and to the sister hotels' private beach access at Sunshine Bay.

Family rooms and Family Suites with Garden View or Partial Ocean View are available, accommodating up to four guests. The hotel provides board games/puzzles and a kids' meals menu at the restaurant. Free parking and a 24-hour security service are available, along with luggage storage and a tour desk.

Location: Cliffside overlooking Mnemba Atoll

Diving: On-site 5-star PADI dive center with all courses

Wellness: Full spa with body scrubs, massage, yoga classes

Transport: Free shuttle to sister hotels & complimentary bicycles

Dining: Locally-sourced Zanzibarian cuisine & themed dinner nights

Rooms: Ocean View and Deluxe Ocean Front Suites with balconies