White Sands Hotel

White Sands Hotel - A 4-star beachfront resort with private beach access, conference facilities, and ocean-view dining

Situated on a 1.0 km private stretch of Mbezi Beach, White Sands Hotel offers 146 air-conditioned rooms with balconies featuring sea or garden views. Accommodations include superior rooms, studio apartments, and one- or two-bedroom units, all equipped with mini-bars, satellite TV, electronic safes, and 24-hour room service. The open-air Mchanga Restaurant & Bar serves intercontinental cuisine with ocean views, while Pweza Jetty provides light meals and sunset cocktails. Recreational facilities include a swimming pool, fitness center, spa, and the Sea Breeze Marine PADI Dive Centre for scuba activities. The property is located 25km north of Julius Nyerere International Airport and 22km from central Dar es Salaam, near Mbudya Island and Bongoyo Island. White Sands Hotel features 16 conference venues with capacity for 300 guests, including a multimedia auditorium.

Pros

Direct access to a 1.0 km private beach with water sports facilities

On-site PADI Dive Centre offering scuba and snorkeling activities

Multiple dining options including ocean-view restaurants

Comprehensive conference facilities accommodating up to 300 attendees

Variety of room types from standard units to two-bedroom apartments

Cons

The beachfront location requires transportation to reach central city areas

Some rooms may have garden views instead of ocean vistas