This was a very last minute booking. Just to have a roof over my head for 2 nights In such cases, there's really not much to expect. I still regret not blindly booking my entire stay there. Sofia Sea view is one of the hidden gems on the Island. Right at the white sandy beach; something they don't even mention but should. The team on the ground: Friendly, respectful,, dedicated and they go out of their way to make sure your stay is above pleasant. Remo literally ran up and down with me to make sure I had a roof over my head post Sofia view. The owners of Sofia are a true gem. Reached out to offer alternative accommodation at a sister facility(which is extremely amazing and a good stay but good for families or or group stays).I am a very fussy character and we must believe me when I say EVERYTHING at Sofia view is top notch. I lost and left my heart in Pwani Mchangani @Sofia view. My review is basic and Standard . The best review is the experience that no words can express. And yes,once you stay there, you become family. Definitely going back in February 2023

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The staff recieved us with a smile, the breakfast was tasty and good, the beach is beautifull,

The erea is define as private beach of the hotel and there is also a small and private swiming pull for guests only, but when we were there ,there was many other people that the oner let them come in even thoght there were not guests, there wasnt enough beach chairs for us and also the staff put a massage bed at the entrance of our room and for 3 hours there were people doing body treatment there. It felt like many basic things that was supposed to be according to the website description didnt happen. It was crouded and noisy, for cleaning the room 6 (!) People was in our room for long time, half of them were just friends that came for talking with the one who cleanned. It was not respectful and disturb our privacy

the view and location right on the beach food was good but limited menu

Very poor quality room for the price Taxi did not turn up to pick us up from airport No tea or coffee making facilities in the room We stayed in the king room which had a very average bed in one room, no toiletries in the dated bathroom and a big empty room which is advertised as a kitchen/lounge For this price the facilities were terrible, zero attention to detail and one of the worst places we have stayed for this budget. Maybe for a third of the price it would be ok. No management on site and the owner, when we finally got in touch, was very unhelpful and clearly focussed on money and not guest experience. After our initial complaint about the poor room quality and facilities we were offered half board and a free excursion to persuade us to stay. However, a couple of days later, the room flooded and soaked a lot of our belongings! We had to leave and stay elsewhere which was cheaper and 10x better in tikitam palms. We requested the refund for the 3 nights and were offered a partial refund only if we wrote a good review. In the end we received two nights refund which was a battle. This hotel has been under new management since April this year so bear this mind and owner requests good reviews before providing refund for bad service.

Today we left the hotel after 8 days I have no words to describe what this amazing team did there to give us the most fun vacation ever Lily, an amazing woman, always and always took care of everything that was needed, that we ate on time, always with a smile It was very difficult for me to leave there thanks to her The amazing Remo who was always at our service and took us on a tour and made sure we had a good time, always with a wide smile and joy, he and Lily organized a surprise for my husband's birthday, brought cake and wine and threw him a little party at the bar, it was really exciting to see how the whole team danced and sang with us The driver on the first day saw that I was lying (I didn't bring a top) and got me a top from the city Anna always with a smile and joy of life And the food, what food!!!! There are no such things on the island, I came to the hotel following recommendations about the food and I was really happy to see that I was not wrong Everything is clean and shiny!! The most delicious food on the island, served at the same time hot and fresh We were not ready to miss any meal at the hotel, even if we went on trips, my husband told me he wanted to go back to the hotel to eat My post is long but definitely not enough to describe this amazing experience Team number one, thanks to him we had an amazing trip I will return there with my children soon

We liked the most that this hotel is so privet! Safe! Clean! Food is amazing, best in Zanzibar! Staff is really friendly and helpful!

Everything was perfect. Absolutely recommend it. Perfect place, staff, food, beach. We felt like in paradise. Next year we will definitelly come back. Don't hesitate.

Nothing.

We booked in for half board & were not disappointed as Azziza & Rashid, the chefs are excellent at their craft. As Sofia only has 3 rooms, the chefs were able to pretty much cook anything we requested within reason. Breakfasts were good and varied & supper was our own choice during our 7 night stay. We sampled everything from a seafood platter to local curries & all were excellent. Our room was spacious & well furnished & the aircon. worked very well. The pool was great for cooling off as the beach was not as clean as we would have liked. The seaweed harvesting was interesteng to watch & also the "planting' of a new harvest during our stay. All The staff were very friendly & keen to make our stay as good as possible. Thanks to Natty, Lily, Davide, Zuhura, Thelma & the gardener (sorry forgot his name) Apologies for any names misspelt!! We definitely recommend Sofia Sea View for those travelers who are looking for a quiet break with great food etc. & whilst it would be good to be close to the local village in normal circumstances, we found that due to the Covid situation we were reluctant to interact. (our choice)!

Sofia is situated in a local fishing village with little else close by. Just the odd other resort, so a little quiet for us. We found the beach quite scruffy which was disappointing as there is a nursery school on the one side of Sofia & an informal creche on the other & they did not clear their part of the beach, but left lots of washed up rubbish above the high tide line. It's a shame they don't teach the children about the environment & have a clean up organised involving the village. We would have gladly joined in to help.

good location right on the beach with a nice pool. Small boutique hotel with only two rooms. Very friendly staff and great food!!!

needs a little TLC.