Sagando Bungalows Zanzibar

We were given a very small claustrophobic hot room, not suitable for the 3 it was intended for. And as they didn’t have an alternative we left the next day. In the 7 years since I was last there the hotel has smartened up a little, but the massive half built development on the beach has spoilt everything. We won’t be returning

Sagando Bungalows are situated next to a big hotel where the music is very loud, day and night. You cannot rest in the evenings, you cannot rest in the mornings. When I arrived, the first thing I was told is that this is a very quiet place, this is untrue! When I went to complain about the noise at the reception, I was told they should stop the music at 10 o'clock clock. This again was untrue. The loud music continued into the early hours of the morning and then all day again. In my room I had massive giant ants. It was terrifying. I had to sleep with my luggage next to me in the bed. I didn't want the ants to nest in my backpack. When I complained about it, they brought and insect repellent and I had to sleep in that smell. Shouldn't this be done before the guest arrives? When I arrived there was no electricity until late at night and was no Internet either. All I could do was to listen to next door's loud music. I had 3 nights booked but needles to say I left the next morning. I wanted to save my holiday from disaster. I requested a refund for two nights. Initially I was told the manager is on its way with my money, than after two hours of waiting I was told the manager is not coming anymore and I should email to receive my the refund. I emailed, I sent messages on WhatsApp, I asked my zanzibarian contact to get in touch with them but I received no refund and no response. If you don't want to ruin your holiday, don't book this place. My experience was awful.

The bar staff were very friendly, particularly Nichalaus and Veronique. The reception staff couldn't provude clear taxi fares and we had to haggle, meaning we were paying different amounts to go to the same town. Some fares were clearly much more than they should gave been. The accommodation was fine and the beach is only a 3 minute walk away. There are very few hawkers on this beach compared to Paje. It woukd have been nice if they had occasional entertainment as other places nearby clearly had evening events going on. Breakfast was fine, consisting of fruit juice, a plate of varied fruit, tea, coffee and pancakes, chapati or toast depending on which day of the week it was. It is a lovely place for a quiet, relaxing holiday next to a wonderful beach with amazing sunsets.

A corner of paradise to discover the most authentic Zanzibar, away from the big touristic villages. Surrounded by greenery, the local-style bungalows of Sagando are an oasis of peace, 150 meters from a wonderful beach with exposure to unforgettable sunsets, one of the few beaches still untouched. The rooms are well equipped, with typical details, with a furnished terrace and with suggestive outdoor bathrooms, overlooking the palm trees. Resting on white sand, the Sagando offers hammocks and seats of all kinds in the shade of a lush green and in a relaxed and intimate atmosphere. Excellent cuisine and local fruit juices. Very kind and very nice everyone, from Ali, the owner, to the women of the staff, first of all Veronika. A dream stay, you never want to leave. Super recommended!