On a white sand beach, Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows offers a tranquil retreat with continental breakfast, sun loungers, and stunning views. Guests can unwind in the gym or explore activities like snorkeling and boat tours while enjoying local cuisine at one of two on-site restaurants.
At Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows, you can hit the beach to enjoy the shade from a beach umbrella or relax in a sun lounger, plus you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Jambiani Beach. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, and guests can also take advantage of a fitness center. Dining choices include 2 restaurants and the 2 bars/lounges are great places to grab a cold drink. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
At a glance
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Hotel size
5 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Babysitting*
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Pets
Pets not allowed
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
2 restaurants
2 bars/lounges
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Babysitting (surcharge)
What to do
On the beach
Sailing
Boat tours
Snorkeling
Fishing
Scuba diving nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Beach sun loungers
Beach umbrellas
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Mosquito nets
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
Arcade/game room
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Home comfort
Ceiling fan
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This beachfront restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 50 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 4)
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Blue Reef Sport Fishing Lodge Jambiani
Blue Reef Sport Fishing Lodge Bungalows Jambiani
Blue Reef Sport Fishing Jambiani
Blue Reef Sport Fishing
Blue Reef Sport & Fishing Lodge Zanzibar Island/Jambiani
Blue Reef Sport Fishing Lodge Bungalows
Blue Reef Sport Fishing Bungalows Jambiani
Blue Reef Sport Fishing Bungalows
Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows Lodge
Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows Jambiani
Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows Lodge Jambiani
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 50 per vehicle roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like sailing, fishing, and snorkeling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include 2 bars and a fitness center. Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows also has an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring beachfront dining and local and international cuisine.
What's the area around Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows like?
Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows is located a short 4-minute walk from Jambiani Beach.
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Reviews
Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
9.4
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The beach is stunning with soft white sand, beautiful turquoise sea, and picturesque views. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 23, 2024
Great place to stay. The food is good and the stuff is friendly.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2026
My stay at Blue Reef was nothing short of magical. I truly felt like I was home and by the end of my visit, the staff felt like my extended family. They remembered me, cared for me, and made me feel genuinely special through the smallest, most meaningful gestures from offering me fresh passion fruit when I simply asked to take a photo of it, to inviting me behind the bar to show me how their fresh juice is made.
The sunrises and sunsets were absolutely breathtaking some of the most beautiful moments I experienced in Zanzibar. One of the highlights of my stay was requesting an off-menu dish: ugali. The chef personally came out to ask how I liked the meal, which turned out to be the most delicious food I’ve had since arriving in Tanzania.
My time in Zanzibar and especially at Blue Reef was pure magic. I’m beyond grateful for the warmth, hospitality, and unforgettable memories, and I cannot wait to return with my family.
Emily
Emily, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2024
Amazing place right on the beach front. The staff and owners cant do enough to make your stay unforgettable. Great cocktails and the food is great.
robert
robert, 14-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 20, 2025
Good value for money and nice vibes
Lovely place, you get what you pay for. Staff is awesome, great fishing tours with experienced staff. We choose a cheaper room, and beds were a bit hard - guess we could have payed more for better standard. All in all, would recommend for sure.
Verified traveler
9-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2024
like at home! a heartfelt thank you to Wilmina and Simba! Nice people and nice place!
paolo
paolo, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2024
What a luxury to step out of our room onto a soft, white sand beach. Between our room, the water and neighbouring restaurants, we never needed to leave the beach! The rooms are simple, but clean and the bed was comfortable. The bungalows are lovely with a laid-back vibe, a beautiful garden and lots of shade trees. Restaurants are close by and the wood-fired pizza shop, literally steps from our door, made delicious pizza. What really made our visit was the staff – They are the best! Everyone is welcoming, friendly and always ready to assist.
We liked that it was an ‘public' beach as described in the listing. Kids and families from the village played in the water, there was a nightly football game on the beach, and photogenic fishing boats and dhows bobbed in the water. Honest review – expect local guides, souvenir sellers, etc. to approach you on the beach. Fortunately, they are mostly easy going and it can be fun just to talk to them. The bungalows are closely clustered around the bar/lounge area. It is low-keyed, everyone is there just to chill, and all is quiet even before 10. Overall, this is an excellent value in a truly special location.
James
James, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 6, 2025
Great family holiday
Just returned from an amazing 10 day holiday at the Blue Reef Bungalows. The location is great, right on the beach front. The bungalow is basic but has a comfortable bed and everything you need with the bar and breakfast restaurant literally a few steps away.
The food in the Blue Reef restaurant is varied and really tasty and the pizzas at the bungalows are also excellent.
The beach is stunning, however you do get pestered constantly by the sellers which got very tiring by the end (the cashew nuts are so good!). When the tide is out you can walk for about a mile across the beach and still have water below waist height and it is the most beautiful turquoise sea.
What really makes it special are the staff - Simba, Wilhemina and Evelyn at the bungalows and Emannuel in the Blue Reef restaurant, the bar boys and Roby are fantastic. So friendly and looked after us so well with an enthusiastic welcome every single time we saw them (and delicious cocktails!)
Would highly recommend if you want great staff, a beautiful beach and to experience local life.
Leigh
Leigh, 11-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Oct 1, 2023
not good,not recommend.
qingzhi
qingzhi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2024
I have not been back to Zanzibar for 20 years, this is my 4th visit. I wanted to bring my children. Zanzibar has changed alot, big hotels and alot of development, not well controlled. This is an exellent establishment. The beach cottages are pretty with fans and an ocean view. Wonderful sunbeds infront of the ocean. We ate at the restaurant twice, i had really fresh lobster, chicken tacos and a very good cheesecake. The rooms are cleaned evryday to a very high standard which is a relief after the sandy beach days. We had our washing done and it was not a rip off like other places we stayed. The snorkelling in their own Dhow was really good and a third of the price of other places. Their captain spoke english and explained sailing techniques along the way. They have a wood pizza oven and their pizzas are really good, the best I have eaten in ages. The staff are professional and kind, their cocktails at the sand bar are superb with fresh juices. We had healthy breakfast option with really good homemade granola and local honey. The reason I am leaving such a detailed review is that I own a hotel and camp in Marrakech and I can see how well run this place is. They care about the beach and their room information educates you on how they give back and their recycling beach trash initiatives. This is one of a few authentic Zanzibarian accommodations left. Jambiani beach has other little places and I would recommend staying here if you want fresh fish, good vibes!
EMMA
EMMA, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 1, 2026
Rommet var strålende men det var alt for masete folk i resepsjon/bar. Men blide. God service.Ikke så bra mat, ganske smakløs
Ann Iren
Ann Iren, 14-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2026
O hotel é charmoso, integrado a outro da mesma rede, onde fica a piscina. Equipe atenciosa (um especial agradecimento a Evelin)
Bruno
Bruno, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2025
Amei tudo, lugar, visual, quarto, mas principalmente a equipe de trabalho, foram impecáveis. A comida deliciosa também, chef incrível.
Carla
Carla, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2025
Äkta Zanzibar. Inte stora hotellkomplex. Lugnt. Jättetrevliga människor! Fantastisk strand och helt underbart vatten!
Per Håkan
Per Håkan, 12-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2025
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Vänlig och hjälpsam personal. Bodde med 2 sovrum och 2 toaletter, perfekt när man reser med vuxen son.
Agneta
Agneta, 7-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 16, 2025
Trevlig personal, menyn var för liten, gick inte att t.ex. få en sandwich och vinet var alldeles för dyrt, det var inget speciellt vin men kostade 7 dollar för ett glas.
Irene
Irene, 20-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Oct 17, 2024
Litt kjedelig strand
Stedet er helt ok hvis du liker strand. Men nærområdet har lite å by på. Det er derimot mulig å få hjelp av personalet med booking av turer, noe som er bra. Rommet er slitent og hadde bla ikke lys på do.
Jens
Jens, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2024
Sehr schöne Unterkunft mit traumhaftem Blick auf das Meer. Das sympathische Personal bemüht sich sehr alle Wünsche zu erfüllen. Sehr zu empfehlen. 😊☀️
Martina
Martina, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2024
Sehr schöner Bungalow in perfekter Lage direkt am Strand. Sehr freundliches Personal. Tolles Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis. Absolut zu empfehlen!
Cordula Mareldis
Cordula Mareldis, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2024
Struttura in posizione eccellente, personale simpatico e buona la pizza.Consigliatissimo
Raffaella
Raffaella, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2024
Schöne Unterkunft und sehr nettes und hilfsbereites Personal. Zum Wohlfühlen.
Claudia
Claudia, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 18, 2023
La salle de bain pas entretenu, manque de place pour le rangement, pas trop d'intimité juste des rideaux, mais j'avoue que le personnel est sympa poĺe pole
BOUMEDIENNE
BOUMEDIENNE, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2023
Das Personal und die Besitzer haben den Aufenthalt zu einem unvergesslichen Erlebnis gemacht. Gerne wieder.
Christian
Christian, 22-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2023
Mi sono trovata molto bene al blue reef.
ENRICO
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 20, 2022
Très bon séjour passé dans un cadre idyllique. L’hôtel est à la fois calme et bien agencé, face à la mer, les pieds dans le sable. Le bar et le restaurant sont parfaits.