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Stay · Chwaka Bay, Zanzibar

FILAO BEACH BY SANSI

Chwaka Bay, east coast of Zanzibar

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The stay

On Chwaka Bay, Filao Beach by Sansi brings together garden surroundings, ocean-view rooms and a relaxed dining scene. Family rooms and smaller categories offer different ways to settle in.

Filao Beach by Sansi sits on Zanzibar’s eastern coast at Chwaka Bay, with a setting shaped by tropical gardens and views towards the Indian Ocean. Its appeal is an uncomplicated island rhythm: time outdoors, a comfortable room and meals close at hand.

Air conditioning, tea and coffee facilities and a place to sit outside help make the rooms practical for a longer beach stay. The main restaurant serves the day’s meals, drawing on local and international cooking; the Jetty Bar adds an ocean-facing place for a drink.

For a Nobu Stays itinerary, this is a potential match for travellers seeking a simple, slower coastal base.

02 / Your space

Rooms and suites

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Family Ocean View Rooms

One queen bed and two single beds Ocean view

02

Deluxe Ocean View Rooms

Ocean view

03

Deluxe Garden View Rooms

Queen bed with extra bed Garden view

04

Citrus Rooms

Queen bed with extra bed North side of resort

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NO NEED TO RUSH

Life at the property

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Facilities

Wi-Fi

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Air conditioning

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Mini-fridge

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Safe

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Hairdryer

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Tea/coffee facilities

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Terrace

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Location and arrival

Chwaka Bay, east coast of Zanzibar

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