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Filao Beach Resort by Sansi

4.0 star property
Escape to this serene oceanfront retreat and let warm sand between your toes soothe your soul. Relax at the outdoor pool or rejuvenate with a massage.

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Beach bar
Exterior
Exterior
Filao Beach Resort by Sansi is an upscale haven near the ocean, where you can indulge in a continental breakfast and unwind with a massage at the onsite spa. Take advantage of beach activities like sunbathing on white sand beaches or lounging by the outdoor pool.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$453
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Economy Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bidet
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bidet
  • 27 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
Chwaka Bay, East Coast, Chwaka, Unguja South, 4836

What's nearby

  • Marumbi Beach - 7 min drive
  • Uroa Beach - 12 min drive
  • Paje Beach - 71 min drive
  • Pingwe Beach - 87 min drive
  • Michamvi Kae Beach - 87 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rock - ‬55 min drive
  • ‪Baladin - ‬56 min drive
  • ‪Zanzi Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kae Beach Restoraunt - ‬60 min drive
  • ‪Kae Beach Bar - ‬61 min drive

About this property

Filao Beach Resort by Sansi

Upscale lodge by the ocean
At Filao Beach Resort by Sansi, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a garden and laundry facilities. With amenities such as a white sand beach and sunloungers, this lodge is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Treat yourself to a massage at the on-site spa. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage and a front desk safe
  • Smoke-free property, a 24-hour front desk and beach towels
Room features
All guest rooms at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi have perks, such as premium bedding and furnished patios, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers, bidets and free toiletries
  • Fridges, cots/infant beds and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 property charges 5 per cent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 136.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 63 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 136.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 per cent

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
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Filao Beach Zanzibar Lodge Chwaka
Filao Beach Zanzibar Lodge
Filao Beach Zanzibar Chwaka
Filao Beach Zanzibar
Filao Beach By Sansi Chwaka
Filao Beach Resort Spa Zanzibar
Filao Beach Resort by Sansi Lodge
Filao Beach Resort by Sansi Chwaka
Filao Beach Resort by Sansi Lodge Chwaka

Frequently asked questions

Does Filao Beach Resort by Sansi have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi?

As of 16 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi on 1 Mar 2025 start from AU$453.40, 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 Filao Beach Resort by Sansi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Filao Beach Resort by Sansi?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Filao Beach Resort by Sansi provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 63 per vehicle applies.

Where is Filao Beach Resort by Sansi located?

Nestled on the beach, this Chwaka lodge is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Marumbi Beach. Uroa Beach and Pongwe Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Filao Beach Resort by Sansi Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 34 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

2.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

VICTORIA

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Hilda

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was closed for renovations and they didn’t inform us before we arrived. We had to look for an alternative place to stay at night and Expedia was not helpful either with finding another hotel. I would never recommend this place because of the lack of communication and inconvenience caused!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, gardens, secluded, nice staff, good facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great pool, but not a great beach
Our family stayed here 3 nights. The pool was great and so was the bar. It is a very secluded, small resort. It would take quite a while, and a driver, to go eat away from the resort. They have various meal packages which include, or don't include drinks. The beach is not swimmable, and not very sightly due to the amount of seaweed. But, if you look beyond the beach to the water and horizon, it's beautiful. They offer a boat ride Mon, Wed, and Fri to another beach to swim. The restaurant is outdoors, but covered. Rooms have individual AC units. We spent most of our time at the pool, or relaxing in a hammock.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Lyubomira

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best experience! Wonderful staff, very friendly, they make as feel like part of their family. A very clean hotel, good service, exceptional food and beautiful cocktails! You can also find at the hotel a guide how can arrange your excursion around the island at a very good price. We fully recommend this hotel and look forward to returning soon. Mr Christopher
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Five star experince😍
Nice place for family getaway and relaxation, there customer services is SUPER👍 from Managers to attendants, we enjoyed the night that there were African dances near the pool wish to have activities like these everyday. There rooms are superclean what U see in pictures is what U will see when u get there.We loved the addition of children play ground as we travelled with kids.Thank U for ur hospitality we will definetely come again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the intimacy, the bar on the beach and the fact that it is a SMALL RESORT. Staff were really friendly and helpful. Renovations might have dampened the experience a bit.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Or

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Lorsque nous sommes arrivés il y avait plus de place pour nous dans l’hôtel nous avons donc été transférés dans un autre hôtel à plus d’1h de route !! Et quand nous sommes arrivés dans l’autre hôtel nous avons attendu plus d’1h afin d’avoir les clefs nous avons donc eu les clefs à 6h du matin !!! De plus nous avions réservé une chambre avec vue sur mer et l’autre hôtel n’avait plus de chambres avec vue sur mer pour nous !!!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Imane

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Sébastien

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent rapport qualité prix a Zanzibar !
Tres bon hotel, tous confort! Personnel chaleureux aux petits soins ! Un bemol: aucun système autre que manuel ne permet d enregistrer et facturer les extras... 1h30 pour le check out, c est beaucoup trop!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Virginie, Montpellier

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Un hotel charmant, à taille humaine, propre et avec une vue magnifique. Idéal pour une semaine de repos. Le personnel est accueillant et très attentionné. La cuisine est fraiche et délicieuse. Les chambres sont confortables, spacieuse et avec une vue magnifique.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Stéphanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Total verdreckter Strand, Dreckiger Pool, Klimaanlage hat nicht funktioniert, Viele Speisen und Getränke waren in der Bar nicht vorrätig. Personal extrem langsam. Der einzige, der sich bemühte, war der Hoteldirektor. Max 1. Sterne Anlage, leider total veraltet
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

fabrizio

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

M.Fuchs, Berlin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Die Economyzimmer sind ohne Kleiderschrank etwas gewöhnungsbedürftig. Das Essen ist gut bis sehr gut. Positiv ist auch dass es 3 Mal die Woche einen vom Hotel organisierten, kostenfreien Boottransfer zum gegenüberliegenden Strand (Kae) gibt. Dieser ist wunderschön
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

MariaMatelli, MassaCarrara Italy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Struttura molto carina , accogliente. e pulita. il personale e molto gentile e premuroso. Il bar è sulla terrazza sulla baia ed è molto piacevole soggiornarvi.Il cibo è buono e si può mangiare a buffet o a la carte ,per la colazione , c'è un buffet buono ma non tutti i giorni ugualmente ricco.Nel complesso io e mio figlio ci siamo trovati molto bene anche per la professionalità del personale che ci ha aiutato ad organizzare le escursioni.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Das Hotel liegt zwar am Strand aber zum Baden ist es nicht geeignet da oft kein Wasser da ist wegen Ebbe und Flut,Persnal freundlich,Essen gut aber alles sehr teuer und man hat keine Wahl als im Hotel zu Essen da außenherum nichts ist
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Mitarbeiter waren sehr nett. Ausstattung ist älter - Strand nicht nutzbar
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Jeremy, Arras

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nous avons aimé : la gentillesse du personnel ; les buffets du soir et ceux du vendredi spécialement (spécialités africaines) ; le calme et la tranquillité ; bon réseau wifi ; propreté des chambres (insecticide tous les soirs par les femmes de ménage) ; Nous n’avons pas aimé : les gens qui réservent les transats avec leurs serviette et qui ne sont pas la journée ; eau minérale non comprise dans la demi-pension ; vente de crème solaire inefficace (brûlure) ; accès à la plage ok mais plage quasi-impraticable.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

KONSTANTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Райское место !
Жили в отели 18 дней!Отель очень понравился большие номера , без платный сейф ,Чистый бассейн .Кухня супер в округе нету ресторанов но нам очень нравилось кушать в отели .Мы жили на завтраках но можно было заплатить 66$ на двоих в сутки и за обед и ужин .Моря нет сильные отливы но они на всем побережье нет отливов толко на севере !Но три раза в неделю на лодке без платно возят на против на косу вот там Райское место белый песок и лазурное море и очень вкусное кафе!А какой персонал люди добрейшие все поставлено на высшем уровне очень внимательные !!!Рядом есть деревня Чвака там можно купить воду и очень вкусные фрукты .Мы прилетели сутра и приехали в отель в 9.30 нас встретили накормили завтраком и заселили в номер без проблем,мелочь но очень приятно !Лежаки всегда свободны очень тихо и спокойно кто любит тусоваться это не сюда!Рядом живут семя красных Колобусов и на ужин приходят Галаго короче все сами увидите как зоопарке много всяких зверей . Райское место все советую кто любит Релакс....
Stayed 17 nights in Oct 2019

General hotel information

Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
4.0
Address
Chwaka Bay, East Coast, Unguja South