Blue Oyster Hotel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.3
Rated wonderful

Located along the white, sand Jambiani Beach, Blue Oyster Hotel features sun loungers along the beach with thatched Makuti parasols. There is also a rooftop restaurant and a beach bar. The rooms come with carved Zanzibari-style beds, a desk and fan. Some rooms also offer a balcony and sea views. The private bathrooms are equipped with a shower. Guests can relax by the beach, in the outdoor swimming pool, in the garden hammocks, or with a massage. The hotel has a ngalawa fishing boat and snorkeling equipment available for rent. There is also a small library with international books and a shop with locally produced souvenirs. The restaurant serves a variety of Swahili and international dishes featuring fresh seafood, vegetables and fruit. The Beach Bar serves lunch, fruit juices and cocktails. Blue Oyster Hotel is located 11 mi from Jozani Forest and 37 mi from Stone Town. Zanzibar Airport is 34 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

Property highlights

  • Located in the best-rated area in Jambiani, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Buffet

Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Gabriel
Portugal Portugal
“Everything was better than expected. The staff is great, the food at breakfast and dinner was superb, the location in Jambiani is great for chilling and to enjoy a beautiful beach. I recommend 100%”
Dzvenyslava
Ukraine Ukraine
“Sara, Mary and Senzo were exceptional and made my stay very comfortable ! The location of the hotel is great and perfect for couples , families or solo travelers who just want a peaceful beachy vacation . You can access a lot of restaurant just...”
Sabrina
Canada Canada
“Blue Oyster is such an exceptional hotel in Jambiani. Its story is heartfelt. Pool is beautiful and very clean. Food was amazing. Out of the 5 hotels we stayed on our trip in Zanzibar, Blue Oyster was my favorite. Its charm and hospitality is what...”
Maria
Mozambique Mozambique
“We LOVED out time in this hotel. The pool is big, with amazing views and super clean. Food is fantastic, the hotel offers a generous and diverse breakfast selection, made with quality products and including local cuisine. The bed and peilows are...”
Ayoub
Morocco Morocco
“Very calm place for relaxing and peaceful time, the beauty of this hotel is in simplicity”
Adam
Poland Poland
“Beach - excellent, room - spacy, clean Offer of verious trips Very good dinners at good price”
Kasia
Iceland Iceland
“Lovely hotel located just by the beach. Everything was amazing from the day we arrived, we landed early and we were able to chill by the pool untill our room was prepared. Hotel staff is going above and beyond to make your stay good, for example...”
Sara
United States United States
“Room was comfortable and twice-daily cleaning was amazing. We did not miss the A/C. Design is authentic but modern. Many breakfast options and great beach bar Amazing breeze every day!! Comfortable grounds. We did not miss a pool at all....”
Estelle
France France
“Amazing view from the room, cozy area with sunbed. Big rooms & amazing food / breakfast”
Lassity
United States United States
“Amazing staff, incredible food and drinks!! The property and rooms have charm and are comfortable.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Blue Oyster Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    African • Seafood • Local • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan

Amenities of Blue Oyster Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

House rules

Blue Oyster Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Due to environmental considerations, our rooms have fans, but no air conditioning.

All hot water is generated by a solar powered heating system.

Please inform Blue Oyster Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Blue Oyster Hotel