Zanzibar Tropical Sunset Boutique Hotel

We arrived in the small hours, half-dead on our feet and were met with a warm, generous welcome which lasted the whole week of our stay. The photos didn't capture the charm for me so I was pleasantly surprised. With regards to the rooms, a delightful daily ritual was seeing the towel art creations of the chambermaids. Tropical Sunset is headed up by Remo, and I've never met a hotel manager so dedicated to making sure every need is met. From getting the best deal on day trips - we bathed with turtles, swam with dolphins/went snorkelling and took a cultural tour of Stone Town. He was always checking in with you and trouble-shooting every step of the way. He's a real asset to the hotel. Also Mohammed and his team Bertram and Angel were equally warm, memorable and great company over breakfast. From the evening menu, I recommend the seafood curry for a taste of local cuisine made with love and care. The hotel pool is compact and tranquil however there wasn't enough shade for my pale skin so I really enjoyed visiting the sister hotel for a couple of days, bagging a shady, windy spot from which to look at the sea and sink into my book. Another star staff member is Masaai Frankie, again checking in on your wellbeing at the end of an island adventure. I'd say what sets it apart is the lovely home away from home feel and a core staff of people who take pride in their jobs, going the extra mile to give you a enjoyable stay.

Had an absolutely amazing week at tropical sunset. I stayed in the honeymoon suite- it was lovely and cool, with good black out blinds and a great view of the ocean. The best thing about the stay was the people who worked at the hotel and the general atmosphere. It was like being part of a family for the week. Everyone was so kind and welcoming. Massive thanks to Remo the manager - he was like a father always looking out for you, making sure you were happy and he couldn’t do more for you. He organised 3 great day trips for us: swimming with wild dolphins and snorkelling, swimming with sea turtles and doing a sunset cruise and the spice farm and Stone town. Everything went seamlessly and made it all effortless for us. He also took us to the sister hotel at Sofia sunrise and arranged a number of massages at the hotel. The food was exceptional- Chef Mohammed and his team use the freshest ingredients and it’s really healthy. The breakfasts are hearty and varied. The seafood curry was delicious. When I fell ill both Remo and Mohammed came to the hospital with me and stayed to make sure I was ok. It touched my heart - the genuine care that they showed. The team brought me breakfast in bed each morning after I fell ill. The owner of the hotel Antonio also frequently checked in to see how I was feeling. I could not have felt more cared for. Bertram and Angel who work in the restaurant are so friendly and fun and always go the extra mile. Frankie was always there at the end of each day to ask how our day had been. The hotel is a great base to explore the island, the location is far preferable to Nungwi which has been taken over by mass tourism. It’s peaceful and authentic but there are lots of restaurants within walking distance so doesn’t get boring. I can’t recommend this place highly enough! I hope I can visit again soon!

If you are looking for a place to relax, this is the right place for you... Very clean, spacious rooms with detailed decorations and a stunning seaview (I stayed in the deluxe room), a restaurant with tasty food, and a lovely staff that makes you feel welcomed from the first moment, especially Mohamed the restaurant manager and Daniele the hotel manager, very caring and professional... The best bed i slept in Zanzibar, and a very great plus are the curtains that hold back the light in the morning, so that you can sleep as long as you like. Highly recommended!