Blue Oyster Hotel - Jambiani (Zanzibar)

Beachfront hotel with rooftop dining and traditional boat excursions on Jambiani

Amenities & Beach Facilities

Blue Oyster Hotel sits directly on Jambiani Beach, offering sun loungers with thatched Makuti parasols for guests. The hotel operates a traditional ngalawa fishing boat and snorkeling equipment for rent, plus sea shoes for 1 USD per day. An outdoor swimming pool with a sand floor and a poolside area is available, along with garden hammocks and a small library of international books.

Rooms

Rooms at Blue Oyster Hotel Jambiani feature carved Zanzibari-style beds, a desk, and a fan for natural cooling. Some rooms include a balcony and direct sea views, while en suite bathrooms have a shower and are cleaned twice daily. The hotel offers both sea-view and garden-view double rooms, with no air conditioning but fans sufficient for comfortable sleep.

Dining

The rooftop restaurant at Blue Oyster Hotel Zanzibar serves Swahili and international dishes with fresh seafood, vegetables, and fruit. The beach bar opens for lunch, fruit juices, and cocktails, while a snack bar offers additional options. Guests can request special diet menus and wine or champagne, with a generator ensuring lights and fans stay on during power cuts.

Location & Local Experiences

Blue Oyster Hotel Tanzania is located 11 mile from Jozani Forest and 37 miles from Stone Town, with Zanzibar Airport 34 miles away. The hotel organizes snorkeling tours with local Captain Zapi and bike tours, walking tours, and classes about local culture. The tidal beach allows swimming at high tide and exploration of marine life at low tide, with a shop selling locally produced souvenirs.

Sustainability & Family Features

Blue Oyster Hotel Jambiani Tanzania uses solar power for shower water heaters, minimizes plastic bottle waste, and operates a generator for electricity cuts. The property offers board games and puzzles for children, plus kids' meals on the menu. Currency exchange, luggage storage, and a tour desk are available, with 24-hour security and key access throughout.

• Beach: Direct access to Jambiani white sand with thatched parasols
• Boat: Traditional ngalawa fishing boat for excursions
• Dining: Rooftop restaurant with Swahili seafood
• Family: Board games, kids' meals, and twice-daily room cleaning
• Sustainability: Solar water heaters, generator, no plastic bottle waste