Sunshine Marine Lodge | Hotel in Mnemba

| 8.8 (358 Reviews) |  3 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Mnemba Hotel | Sunshine Marine Lodge

Hotel in Mnemba

Sunshine Marine Lodge is designed as a quiet psychological reset point—an elevated space on Zanzibar’s North-East coast where distance from daily noise becomes part of the healing process. The cliff-top setting naturally creates separation, encouraging guests to slow down, disconnect, and return to a more present state of mind. At the heart of the experience is a feeling of freedom within structure. Guests are not confined to one environment; instead, they move fluidly within the Sunshine Group ecosystem. A complimentary shuttle service (7–10 minutes) connects the lodge to its sister properties—Sunshine Azure Zanzibar Beach Hotel and Sunshine Bay Zanzibar – Adults Only. This movement between cliff, beach, and adults-only serenity creates subtle psychological variety: elevation and calm at Marine, open beachfront energy at Azure, and quiet, curated intimacy at Bay. This sense of “three worlds in one stay” reduces monotony and enhances emotional stimulation in a controlled, peaceful way. Guests feel anchored in one retreat, yet mentally free to explore different atmospheres whenever they choose. The added dine-around concept and shared access across properties strengthens this feeling of choice and emotional flexibility, which is deeply linked to relaxation and satisfaction. Within this ecosystem, the ocean becomes a central emotional anchor—but the most powerful extension of that experience is Mnemba Island and Mnemba Atoll. Just offshore lies one of Zanzibar’s most iconic marine sanctuaries. Mnemba Atoll offers crystal-clear waters, coral gardens, and an almost dreamlike underwater silence. Psychologically, it represents escape within escape—a place where time feels suspended. Diving or snorkeling here is not just an activity, but a sensory reset: visibility, weightlessness, and the slow rhythm of marine life create a rare sense of mental stillness. Encounters with dolphins, drifting over coral reefs, and floating in warm turquoise water gently shift awareness away from control and routine into something more instinctive and peaceful. It is a space that encourages presence without effort—where the mind naturally quiets because the environment demands nothing from you except attention. Combined, Sunshine Marine Lodge and its surrounding experiences create a layered emotional journey: from withdrawal (cliff-top calm) → to exploration (diving and movement) → to expansion (Mnemba’s vast ocean clarity). The result is not just relaxation, but a deeper psychological reset—where guests leave feeling lighter, more open, and subtly rebalanced.

Sunshine Marine Lodge is located in Mnemba.

This 28 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Pool, Designated Smoking Area, Balcony/Terrace, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 358 reviews with the average score of 8.8 . Coming to Mnemba and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 28 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this place in Mnemba. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Sunshine Marine Lodge in Mnemba is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Sunshine Marine Lodge”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Restaurant
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Parking
  • Free parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking on site
  • Street parking
Activities
  • Back massage
  • Full-body massage
  • Pedicure
  • Walking tours
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Themed dinners
  • Neck massage
  • Snorkeling
  • Foot massage
  • Body scrub
  • Waxing services
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Massage
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Fishing
  • Beauty services
  • Spa facilities
  • Yoga classes
  • Diving
  • Manicure
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Safe
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
Guest Services
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Laundry
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Shuttle service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Tour desk
  • Packed lunches
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Airport shuttle
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool
Security/Safety
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • First aid kits available
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
Spa
  • Swimming pool
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport pickup
  • Airport drop-off

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Partially refundable
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please note that sunshine marine lodge does not accept bank notes issued before 2009, please inform sunshine marine lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, please note that a compulsory supplement applies for stays during christmas(24th dec) and new year(31 dec). the supplement varies according to your meal plan:, bed & breakfast (b&b), • usd 80 per adult, • children: 50% of the adult rate, half board (hb) / full board (fb), • usd 50 per adult, • children: 50% of the adult rate, these festive supplements will be automatically added to your booking during the holiday period and is subject to settle either prior to the arrival or during check in at the hotel, kindly be advised that on-the-spot (walk-in) bookings for the gala dinner are priced at usd 100 per adult and usd 70 per child for both the christmas and new year gala supplements.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.66
Location:
8.61
Staff:
9.4
Facilities:
9
Comfort:
9.29
Cleanliness:
9.2
Ursula
Aug 3, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
South Africa
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: A quiet peaceful place with beautiful gardens, little pathways all leading towards a mind-blowing ocean view and of Mnemba island. Amazing staff, and amazing food by chef Zumi, who presented herself after the artful dinners. Nandy is the heart of a warm reception. She helped us to source and collect our luggage that came with a later flight. She paid deep attention to what one says and asks, with the typical calm Zanzibar approach. All staff members were super-aware of offering help at every step. We used the in-house dive center, Divepoint. They handled dive courses early in the pool, while organizing many divers planned for trips, shared between dive masters according to levels and needs, not more than 4 per dive leader. It is a very professional and smooth running system where safety comes first, personally being taken care of by instructor and DM Talani. The resort offers special programs. We enjoyed the special morning yoga. All buildings blend into lush nature, gardens with beautiful flowers. While doing yoga, and in the eating area bush babies were chatting and going about along the roof rafters. Sunrises were especially amazing for us. The grounds are situated above beautifully naturally carved volcanic rock formations, so you can sit and enjoy the beautiful sunrise while locals waddled along the retreated tide to find morsels to eat.
Negative: Maybe that we planned too few days there. We liked everything at Sunshine Marine. This is a place to chill, move slowly, breathe and if you will, dive.
Summary: Peaceful beauty amongst lush natural gardens overlooking a colourful ocean
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Deluxe Suite with Garden View
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
 Deluxe Suite with Garden View

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Body soap, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Toilet paper, Towels, Bath or shower, Walk-in shower

General

Private entrance, Trash cans, Safety deposit box, Key access, Mosquito net, Interconnected room(s) available, Fan, Fire extinguisher, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk, Seating area, Sofa

Outdoors

Patio, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

View

Garden view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Cribs, Linens

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Ocean Front Suite
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 40 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Ocean Front Suite

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Body soap, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Toilet paper, Towels, Bath or shower, Walk-in shower

General

Private entrance, Trash cans, Safety deposit box, Key access, Mosquito net, Interconnected room(s) available, Fan, Fire extinguisher, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk, Seating area, Sofa

Outdoors

Patio, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

View

Sea view, Garden view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Cribs, Linens

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Family Suite with Garden View
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 50 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Family Suite with Garden View

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Body soap, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Toilet paper, Towels, Bath or shower, Walk-in shower

General

Private entrance, Trash cans, Safety deposit box, Key access, Mosquito net, Fan, Fire extinguisher, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk, Seating area, Sofa

Outdoors

Patio, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

View

Garden view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Cribs, Linens

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

FAQ's

Is this property pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at property?

Check-in time for Sunshine Marine Lodge starts counting from 12:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Sunshine Marine Lodge has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in property?

Best-rates for the Sunshine Marine Lodge starts from $150 per night with includes Bar, Toiletries, Guest Services, Entertainment, Ocean View, Spa, Child Friendly, Internet, Oceanfront, Wellness Facilities, Breakfast, Laundry, Air Conditioner, Pool, Designated Smoking Area, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Restaurant, Parking, TV, View, Transportation/Shuttle with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is property a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the property wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Sunshine Marine Lodge has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the property?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Sunshine Marine Lodge indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for property?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.