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 manicures and pedicures. Other highlights include an outdoor pool, a children's pool and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
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
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
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
Children
Up to 4 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
Room service
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Children's pool
Playground
What to do
On a private beach
Beach volleyball
Kayaking nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Beach sunloungers
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 curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Furnished balcony/patio
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer (on request)
Towels
Food and drink
Fridge
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Special features
Spa
The on-site 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.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. 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 1 April and 30 April.
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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 1 April and 30 April.
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 that you 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, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is an 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 on-site 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 19 minutes' walk from Mnarani Natural Aquarium.
Smiles Beach Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
25 Oct 2024
Great location but lots of noise early in the mornings from somone shouting/talking very loud nearby.
A note for some that alcohol is not sold or allowed anywhere on the premises
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 Oct 2024
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
Jefferson, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Sept 2024
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
Thyago, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Sept 2024
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
Kerrin, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
27 Jul 2024
The staff and owner were so incredibly nice and extremely helpful!
Meredith
Meredith, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
4 Jun 2024
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
Troy, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Apr 2024
Great & friendly staff. Always on hand to meet every need and beyond. Paradise location, would defo book again
MOHAMMAD SAJJAD
MOHAMMAD SAJJAD, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
7 Feb 2024
MICHELE
MICHELE, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Feb 2024
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
Robert, 5-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Dec 2023
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
Ann, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
2 Dec 2023
linda
linda, 8-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
25 Nov 2023
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 .
Andy
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Nov 2023
svane
svane, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Nov 2023
Beautiful property. Love the beach front with lounge chairs. All staff were so excellent.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 6-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
19 Sept 2023
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
Beate, 4-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Jun 2023
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
Rajat K, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
14 May 2023
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
Zainuddeen, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
12 Feb 2023
Kristin
Kristin, 14-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Jan 2023
David
David, 9-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
17 Sept 2022
Dinner staff were great. Management didnt allow flexibility .
Otherwise stay was ok
Sikander Mohamed
Sikander Mohamed, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Jul 2022
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
Jennifer, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Jan 2022
This was a lucky pleasant finding! The staff is super friendly and attentive. The hotel location is great with private area in front of the beach, which is very convenient, compared to other properties we saw in the neighborhood. Wouldn't think twice to recommend this hotel.
Evelyn
Evelyn, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
27 Dec 2021
Unfortunately stole our time at Nungwi
The Hotel was overbooked, so we had to stay at another hotel for one night… Next day we meet up to check in to agreed time, but they were over an hour late, so we had to cancel the trip we were going to that day.
If you order the stay with dinner included, you can’t choose from the regular menu. You can only choose between two dishes.
Nice place and location, but the service dissapointed us.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
3 Oct 2021
It is muslim hotel (= no alcohol to be served), which would be ok if someone told us before, it is not written also at hotels.com web pages.
The boss/manager of the hotel seems to be kinda strict and sharp to his employees, which we could often see.
Otherwise nice clean hotel, friendly and polite employees. Food was normal.
Not sure if cost vs.benefits is worthwhile.