Blue Oyster Hotel
Jambiani Beach , 0000 Jambiani, Tanzania – Excellent location - show map
The property was beautiful but could really do with ceiling fans
United Kingdom
Situated 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 en suite bathrooms are equipped with a shower. Guests can relax by the beach, in the garden hammocks or with a massage. The hotel has a ngalawa fishing boat and snorkelling 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 18 km from Jozani Forest and 60 km from Stone Town. Zanzibar Airport is 55 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
Property practices
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See what guests loved the most:
Terence
United Kingdom“The property was beautiful but could really do with ceiling fans”
Amy921
Canada“Hotel is good. I got upgraded to an ocean view room which was great. Because there is no pool, not much to do during the day with the low tide.”
Melissa
Netherlands“The staff was very, very warm, friendly and welcoming. The room was beautiful and simple, and very clean. High ceilings. The property itself is amazingly beautiful an has a calm ambiance; great for relaxing, reflecting, reading, etc.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Blue Oyster Restaurant
- CuisineAfrican • Seafood • Local • International
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan
Facilities of Blue Oyster HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.8
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- View
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Private beach area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Beach
- SnorkellingAdditional charge
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Seating Area
- Desk
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Board games/puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Mosquito net
- Fan
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- MassageAdditional charge
- German
- English
- Swahili
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Blue Oyster Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Due to environmental considerations, our rooms have fans, but no air conditioning.
Furthermore we have no swimming pool at the hotel. All hot water is generated by a solar powered heating system.
Please inform Blue Oyster Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
FAQs about Blue Oyster Hotel
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Blue Oyster Hotel has 1 restaurant:
- Blue Oyster Restaurant
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Room options at Blue Oyster Hotel include:
- Double
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Blue Oyster Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Snorkelling
- Diving
- Fishing
- Beachfront
- Private beach area
- Happy hour
- Beach
- Walking tours
- Bicycle rental
- Tour or class about local culture
- Bike tours
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Guests staying at Blue Oyster Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.2).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Halal
- Gluten-free
- Buffet
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The prices at Blue Oyster Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Blue Oyster Hotel is 650 yards from the centre of Jambiani. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Blue Oyster Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Blue Oyster Hotel is from 13:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
