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Shanuo Beach Bungalows

2.0 star property
Beachfront guesthouse for sun and fun

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Double Deluxe | Terrace/patio
Garden view
Exterior
Exterior
Double Deluxe | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Michamvi road, Michamvi, Unguja South Region
  • Place, Pingwe Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Michamvi Kae Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Paje Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Standard | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Standard

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Partial ocean view

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Double Deluxe | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Deluxe

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Partial ocean view

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Triple Standard | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Standard

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Garden view

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Triple Deluxe | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Deluxe

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Partial ocean view

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Deluxe Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Garden view

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Standard Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Michamvi

Located within a 5-minute walk of Pingwe Beach, Shanuo Beach Bungalows is within a few miles (5 km) of Dongwe Beach. This guesthouse has 15 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Pingwe Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Michamvi Kae Beach - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Paje Beach - 16 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 17 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Jambiani Beach - 18 min drive - 11.8 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • kae funk sunset beach bar
  • ‪Bali Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kae Beach Restoraunt - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kichanga Lodge Beach Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Rock - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Shanuo Beach Bungalows

Beachfront guesthouse for sun and fun
Renovated in 2023, Shanuo Beach Bungalows offers free WiFi in public areas, refrigerator in a common area, and a library. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach guesthouse include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Fans and dining tables are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Books
  • Fishing
  • Library
  • Sailing
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas

More

  • 1 floor
  • 5 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Renovated entire property - May 2023
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Dining table

More

  • Fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 1:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • Administrative fee: TZS 5000 per person, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a security system and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: noon—-1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a security system and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Shanuo Bungalows Michamvi
Shanuo Beach Bungalows Hostel
Shanuo Beach Bungalows Michamvi
Shanuo Beach Bungalows Guesthouse
Shanuo Beach Bungalows Guesthouse Michamvi

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to Shanuo Beach Bungalows?

This guesthouse is located in Michamvi, just steps from Pingwe Beach. You'll also find Michamvi Kae Beach and Dongwe Beach within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Shanuo Beach Bungalows?

As of Jan 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shanuo Beach Bungalows on Jan 31, 2026 start from $82.49, excluding 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.

Will I be able to park at Shanuo Beach Bungalows?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Is there a spa available at Shanuo Beach Bungalows?

Spa services at the guesthouse include massages.

Does Shanuo Beach Bungalows have a casino at the property?

No, Shanuo Beach Bungalows doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Shanuo Beach Bungalows?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What do couples enjoy most about Shanuo Beach Bungalows?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront guesthouse include Champagne service and Egyptian cotton sheets in each accommodation with some featuring sea views.

Does Shanuo Beach Bungalows have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Shanuo Beach Bungalows feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Shanuo Beach Bungalows offers free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Shanuo Beach Bungalows allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Shanuo Beach Bungalows though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Shanuo Beach Bungalows?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Shanuo Beach Bungalows?

The closest major airport to Shanuo Beach Bungalows is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is about 20.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Shanuo Beach Bungalows?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Shanuo Beach Bungalows.

Shanuo Beach Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sady

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this property so far my fav
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay, especially if you are dining at The Rock. Gillian and her staff are the best!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very quiet and located right on the beach. Beautiful views and friendly and accomodating staff. The breakfast is wonderful and delicious. Only downside to this property is that there is not 24/7 staff at the front desk and obtaining extra bottled drinking water from the hotel is not easy. Overall would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
For our 2 night stay Pictures did not show the extreme tightness of the standard room. Also upon late check in there were no accommodations for the lack of running shower water. I truly appreciated the upgrade to a triple room however the shower head in the upgraded room also needed to be changed for water flow. There were spider webs on the side of bed frame which shows a lack of thorough cleaning. The space for triple should be standard. However Salma and the staff on site were of great help. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a lovely spot in a quieter/less built up area of the island. There are options for restaurants nearby (including The Rock restaurant, only a couple minutes walk down the beach) although not as many as some of the more developed areas. The hotel itself is lovely and clean. A nice breakfast is served right on your balcony which has amazing views of the water. No issues with the wi-fi. The staff were very welcoming. There is no A/C; we were a bit warm with the fan windows open but not unbearably so. I wish we had had an extra night or two to stay; would definitely come again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marzena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location of this hotel makes it an amazing stay. I stayed for 2 nights and was pleased.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cay

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Towel

It was okay and affordable ….i didn’t like the fact that if you wanted a new towel and was going to be charged for it …isn’t changing towels a part of hotel stay and cleaning? We had to reuse one towel from day 1 to the end of our stay. Also they charged me city taxes at the end of my stay which made me confused because I paid taxes online with my booking so why do I get charged taxes after my stay?
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My friend and I stayed here for a week and had a great experience. They have a great breakfast and good location for walking to other restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ousmahila, Atlanta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The property is nice. The staff and the owner are great. The owner is so great and customer focus.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amelie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thank you Shanuo!

Amazing place, really friendly staff!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

AHMED

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ahmed & Salima

Peaceful location friendly staff and beautiful view …
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Usedvanlig hyggelig personell. Vi følte oss veldig velkommen. Ok leiligheter med god utsikt til strand og hav. God frokost som ble servert på verandaen med utsikt over havet
Utsikt fra balkong.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yannick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

arrive and relax

I booked on short notice and was very happy about my choice. I had a heartly welcome and the staff was super friendly and helpfull with every request I had. Very nice room and balkony with ocean view. They even bring breakfast directly to your balcony in the moning as soon as you get uo and sit outside. Highly recommended. The only negative thing I recogniced was the amount of plastic trash along the entire beach as well as on the Island in general. This of course has nothing to do with the hotel, and they actually try to incentivice people to leave no trash at the beach and even offer free beers for people who collect trash and bring it back to the hotel for proper disposal.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

yves

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top

Tout était bien. Je recommande cet hôtel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dalila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incroyable

Suite à un road trip, nous avons séjourné dans différents hôtel mais celui-ci était exceptionnel… Meilleur hôtel vu sur zanzibar rapport qualité prix incroyable Personnel au top vous pouvez vous y rendre les yeux fermés … merci encore pour tout
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

SANDRINE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bungalow très sympa au bord de l eau le personnel est adorable c est un coin peu animé mais situé au pied du rock restaurant quasi . Coin idéal pour aller voir de belles étoiles de mer aussi . Je recommande pour une étape de visite de l île .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

yvanna

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Notre séjour s’est très bien déroulé à Shanuo Beach. Cet hôtel est encore plus beau en vrai, la plage est vraiment à côté et le paysage est magnifique. L’équipe de Shanuo Beach est juste formidable, ils sont là aux petits soins et nous aide lorsqu’on a besoin d’aide. La chambre dans laquelle nous avons séjourné ma sœur et moi était nettoyée tous les matins. Le petit déjeuner était délicieux et nous sommes très satisfaites de la qualité de professionnalisme de cette équipe. Je tenais à remercier toute l’équipe et la manager de l’hôtel car en dehors de la beauté de l’hôtel, la gentillesse des employés, la propreté, le calme et les petits déjeuners délicieux ont rendu notre séjour très agréable.Tout était fabuleux. Nous reviendrons une prochaine fois.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ingrid

Liked: Amenities
Bel endroit. Beau point de vue. Personnel acceuillant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jean paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Merveilleux

Après un accueil tres souriant,notre séjour de 3 nuits s'est déroulé comme dans un rêve Le personnel est très souriant et attentif Nous recommandons vivement cette adresse
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramona

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

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