Smiles Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
On private beach with outdoor pool, near Nungwi Natural Aquarium

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Private beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Restaurant
1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is S$227
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar

Room options

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Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Terrace, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Single Beds

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

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 17 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 17 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Double Room

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
North Coast of Zanzibar, Nungwi, 1111

What's nearby

  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 5 min walk
  • Nungwi Beach - 6 min walk
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 19 min walk
  • Kendwa Beach - 15 min drive
  • Muyuni Beach - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Promenade Main Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ginger Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sexy Fish - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Upendo Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Smiles Beach Hotel

Family-friendly hotel near Nungwi Natural Aquarium
Located close to Nungwi Beach and Mnarani Natural Aquarium, Smiles Beach Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beach massages and sunloungers. Indulge in a body scrub, a manicure/pedicure and a body treatment at the on-site spa. A playground, a library and dry cleaning/laundry services are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), barbecues and concierge services
  • A front desk safe, luggage storage and wedding services
  • Beach towels, smoke-free property and beach umbrellas
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Smiles Beach Hotel have thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as safes and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, fridges and electric kettles

Languages

Arabic, English, German, Italian, Latvian, Norwegian, Russian, Swahili, Swedish, Ukranian

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 April and 30 April.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per room (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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 accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Property is 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

Does Smiles Beach Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Smiles Beach Hotel?

As of 4 Mar,2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smiles Beach Hotel on 14 Mar,2025 start from S$227.09, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Smiles Beach Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Smiles Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Smiles Beach Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Smiles Beach Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 50 per room applies.

Where is Smiles Beach Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Nungwi hotel is just steps away from Nungwi Natural Aquarium and Nungwi Beach. Mnarani Natural Aquarium and Kendwa Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Smiles Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 262 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 262 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 262 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 262 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 262 reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Tosin

We enjoyed our stay! Definitely recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Meredith

The staff and owner were so incredibly nice and extremely helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jefferson

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerrin

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

MOHAMMAD SAJJAD

Great & friendly staff. Always on hand to meet every need and beyond. Paradise location, would defo book again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matias

Perfect Location
The place had the perfect location and the staff was super friendly. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thyago

Very good
Amazing! The only negative point is that alcohol is not sold in the bar and restaurant, but we already knew the information
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Beautiful property. Love the beach front with lounge chairs. All staff were so excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Troy

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Everything is perfect, but the breakfast and coffee is terrible
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rajat K

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"
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Andy

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 .

6/10 Okay

Sikander Mohamed

Dinner staff were great. Management didnt allow flexibility . Otherwise stay was ok
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer

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
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Peter

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Zainuddeen

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.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Beate

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Irmgard

Das Frühstück ohne Eier und ohne Käse fand ich nicht gut.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Hotellet serverar ingen alkohol. Kan vara bra att veta. Går enkelt att gå till restaurangerna vid sidan av om man vill beställa.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tarek

Es war wirklich sehr schön, euch zu besuchen.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024