Michamvi Sunset Bay is located on the South East Coast of Zanzibar, on the east side of Chwaka Bay facing west on the majestic Michamvi Peninsula. Due to its unique positioning,Michamvi Sunset Bay offers the most gorgeous sunsets in Zanzibar. The beach surrounding Michamvi has low tidal movement, powder-white sand and tall palm trees. Due to the intimate size of only 20 luxurious rooms, Michamvi Sunset Bay has a relaxed atmosphere, where one can perfectly unwind.
All rooms are fully equipped to make the stay as comfortable as possible:
Air conditioning, Ceiling fan, Mosquito net, Wall safe, Hair dryer, Separate dressing area, Free Wi-Fi access and desk in all the rooms, Free Tea and coffee making facility, Special requests can be made for room service.
All 20 rooms are positioned in a crescent shape and enjoy a fabulous sea view, with no more than 70 metres from your door to the beach and 20 meters from the pool.
SPACIOUS ROOMS
The rooms are divided into ten on the first floor and ten on the ground fl oor. From the ground floor terrace you have easy access to the beach and the swimming pool, while the upstairs rooms have an elevated view from the balcony.
The King size beds are dressed with breathable cotton sheets to ensure the ultimate night’s sleep. Due to the spacious rooms, bed confi gurations can be arranged with twin,triple or quadruple beds. The aesthetics of the rooms concentrate on total relaxation.
BATHROOMS
The bathrooms are designed in ivory and cream. Sixteen of the rooms have a walk-in double shower and two basins. Four have a bathtub, a single shower and one basin.
RECEPTION, SERVICE AND FACILITIES
Reception is open from 07h00 until 22h00 with an emergency contact after hours,24 hour security,There is a computer station for free & easy access to the internet at the bar,Concierge service and excursion desk,Airport transfers and taxis
Turndown service,Laundry service – surcharge,Free use of beach towels,Free use of snorkelling equipment,Free use of reef shoes and kayaks,Public shower & change room,24 hour security
CUISINE
Michamvi Sunset Bay serves delicious western style meals with Swahili influences, making use of fresh local produce and imported premium ingredients.There are always seafood, meat and vegetarian options available.Breakfast is served between 07h30 and 09h30 overlooking the ocean,Lunch is served between 12h00 and 14h30,Dinner is served between 19h00 and 21h30 at various locations around the hotel
SUNSET BAR
Located on the beach, the perfect place to enjoy the magnifi cent sunset, Well stocked with a wide variety of cocktails, soft and alcoholic beverages, Cable TV at the bar for the sporting enthusiasts, Furnished with comfortable chairs and bar stools, All ice is made from pure bottled water and is perfectly safe to drink, Tea, coffee and biscuits are served daily at the bar between 16h00 and 17h00,Assortment of board games.There is a computer available for guest use located at the bar,A small library and book exchange is offered
SEA BREEZE SPA
Located directly on the beach, Sea Breezes Spa is the perfect place to pamper yourself after a long journey.Offering a variety of massages, body scrubs, reflexology as well as manicures and pedicures. Our oils and scrubs are sourced from a local woman’s seaweed farming initiative and treating yourself helps with this project.
TREATMENTS
Deep Tissue Massage,Swedish Massage,Relaxing Massage,Reflexology,Body Scrub,Manicure,Pedicure,
EXCURSIONS AVAILABLE
Michamvi Sunset Bay offers all excursions, for which Zanzibar is famous.Guest can either pre-book their trips or book directly at the resort when they arrive.Excursions can also be tailored to suit each guest’s need.
Snorkelling,Swimming with Dolphins,Stone Town,Safari Blue,Spice Tour,Prison Island,Sunset Cruise on a local dhow
Jozani Forest
MICHAMVI SUNSET BAYGIVES BACK…
Michamvi is committed to uplifting Zanzibar and the local Michamvi village, the resort currently has projects in partnership with the people of Michamvi.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Michamvi Sunset Bay involves the village in activities offered to the guests. The locals act as guides for the village tour and sunset cruises as well as provide boats for excursions. Suppliers and external contractors are sourced from Michamvi as much as possible.
RECYCLING
The hotel is committed to ensuring a sustainable tourism industry on Zanzibar and has a fully recyclining programme for all the garbage generated at the resort.Michamvi Sunset Bay has partnered with Zanrec a local NGO to manage this project.
SCHOOL RENOVATION PROJECT
Michamvi Sunset Bay contributes to the local school fund for the improvement of Michamvi School.
LOCAL ART PROJECT
Local Artists have been sourced, their art is displayed in the hotel. Michamvi Sunset Bay has taken it a step further and offer these works of arts to our guests, ALL proceeds made are channelled back to the artists.