Sultan Sands Island Resort in Mkokotoni

On Kiwengwa Beach along the Pacific Ocean, this upscale resort with Swahili styling and a laid-back vibe is 41 km from the historic centre of Stone Town and 46 km from Zanzibar International Airport.Relaxed rooms in traditional Zanzibari, circular cottages have patios, sitting areas and thatched roofs. All include Wi-Fi (fee), flat-screens, minibars and mosquito nets; some offer ocean views.Breakfast and dinner are included. A buffet restaurant serves European dishes. There's a beach snack bar and an open-air cafe/nightclub, plus a cocktail bar beside an outdoor pool. Guests have use of a spa and a dive centre at an adjacent sister resort.