Sofia Sea View

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Scored 8.6
Rated fabulous

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About this property

Sofia Sea View is located in Pwani Mchangani, a fishing village in the northeast of the island, about 32 kilometers from Zanzibar city. The property features a private beach and an outdoor pool that is open all year round. The air-conditioned rooms. The full bathroom offers a walk-in shower, bidet and free toiletries. There are two rooms on site that offer direct access to the beach. Sofia Sea View - Includes indoor and outdoor dining area. Guests can choose from continental and vegetarian breakfast options on site. The on-site restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine, fish and seafood and guests can have a drink at the seafront bar. The accommodation is located in a local fishing village which gives an authentic and unusual local experience to the touristy areas of the island. Disconnect from the routine we know and experience the real Zanzibar Kandwa is 30 km from the property, while Kiwengwa is 8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Abid Amani Karoma International Airport, 50 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

  • Fishing

  • Windsurfing

  • Darts

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Diana
Netherlands Netherlands
“We had a fantastic stay at Sofia Sea View. The rooms are stunning, we had a room on the Beach. The staff is great and very helpfull. We adjust this place to go to and spend a nice and quiet time.”
Mutisya
Kenya Kenya
“It’s was really comfortable and just by the sea, the owner was really kind as well”
Pcn1
New Zealand New Zealand
“Right on the beach. Able to go swimming, walk on the beach, and sit back and relax. Staff were very helpful. Place clean. Small hotel with only 4 rooms. Felt very special.”
M
Netherlands Netherlands
“Breakfast was great, coffee, tea, freshly made juice, fruits, pancakes, toast, eggs the way you like and sometimes even croissants. Personel was so sweet, comforting, kind and helpfull. Remo and Nasra awaited us, Anna and Zusheina helped us in...”
Lenka
Slovakia Slovakia
“We felt perfect and exceptional the whole time thanks to the great team of people who took care of us. Great food, clean accommodation, great staff, girls, security, facilities, owner.. you will all be in my memory forever... a wonderful place,...”
Romaldas
Lithuania Lithuania
“This hotel is the best place for a quiet vacation in Zanzibar. We stayed here for five nights and thought every day that this was our place. The staff is young, helpful, attentive and caring. Always welcomes and accompanies with a smile. The food...”
Amy
Ireland Ireland
“Lovely place to stay in Zanzibar and perfect spot for sunrise. The room was very spacious and had everything we needed.”
Phene
Zambia Zambia
“Location was good . Food was OK too although am not a funny of sea food”
Siarhei
Belarus Belarus
“Small but very cozy place with a family atmosphere, helpful and polite staff, excellent breakfasts”
Dávid
Hungary Hungary
“The staff is amazing, the accomosation is imamculately clean. The breakfast is plenty and delicious, the garden is tidy and well taken care of, the ocean is right at the end of the garden. Beautiful accomodation.”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Sofia Sea View
  • Cuisine
    Mediterranean • Pizza
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Kosher • Vegetarian

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 12:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

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No age restriction
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Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
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