Blue Oyster Hotel, Jambiani (Zanzibar)

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About the Hotel

Jambiani Beach, Jambiani (Zanzibar), Tanzania, 0000
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Blue Oyster Hotel, a 2-star Jambiani (Zanzibar) hotel with a 9.2/10 rating on Booking.com, features sea view rooms and an on-site beach bar. This family-run hotel prioritizes sustainability and offers a warm, personal atmosphere.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Blue Oyster Hotel offer traditional Zanzibari furniture and are equipped with fans, safety boxes, and multi-power outlets. Sea view rooms have balconies or terraces with Indian Ocean views, while garden view rooms feature views of the tropical garden. All rooms include ensuite bathrooms with locally produced toiletries.

Dining & Bar Services

Dining options include an upper floor restaurant that features an à la carte lunch and dinner menu with international dishes reflecting African influence. Breakfast is served with a picturesque sea view, offering homemade granola, fresh fruit salads, and fair-trade coffee. The Beach Bar serves a variety of drinks and snacks throughout the day.

Leisure & Activities

Guests can engage in local activities such as snorkeling, village tours, and sunset dhow sailing. The hotel organizes tours to explore the region's culture, including spice tours and visits to protected marine areas. Beach access allows for sunbathing and discovering marine life during low tide.

Sustainability & Services

Blue Oyster Hotel emphasizes sustainability through various practices like solar heating and reducing plastic use. The hotel collaborates with local organizations for waste management and supports local artisans by sourcing souvenirs from ethical producers. Airport transfers can be arranged for convenience.

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Blue Oyster Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room Sea View
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Balcony
Budget Double Room Garden View
2 persons
155 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower

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Facilities

Blue Oyster Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.0/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Private beach
  • Currency exchange
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Garden area
  • Massage
  • Pool with view

Room features

  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities
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Blue Oyster Hotel Location

Jambiani Beach, Jambiani (Zanzibar), Tanzania, 0000
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Jambiani Beach, Jambiani (Zanzibar), Tanzania, 0000
Nearby
Cave
Kuza Cave
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Tanzania
Bahari View Lodge
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Restaurants
Karibu Restaurant
1100 ft
Kikadini
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1100 ft
East Coast
Captain Cook's
1800 ft
Near Blue Oyster Hotel
Fadhil Restaurant
2700 ft
Next to Loop Beach Resort
Getting around
City Centre
Jambiani (Zanzibar)4 min  ·  1000 ft
Airports
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)84 min  ·  34.7 mi
Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR)110 min  ·  45.3 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 13:00-22:00
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Blue Oyster provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Danish, Swahili
Number of rooms:
15

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Blue Oyster Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 159 verified reviews
9.2/10
Perfect
95%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.5/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Comfort
9.3/10
Facilities
9.0/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.5/10
Location
9.1/10
Paid Wi-Fi
10.0/10
Staff
9.5/10
Value for money
9.0/10
Guest reviews
based on 371 reviews
4.5/5
based on 374 reviews
9.2/10
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