10/10 Excellent
Victoria l
Traveled with partner
Feb 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Victoria l
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Blue Ocean Resort & Residences
3.5 star property
Enjoy 2 outdoor pools at this 3.5-star Fumba hotel
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Kitchen
- Breakfast available
- 24/7 front desk
- Parking included
- Housekeeping
Explore the area
1168, Fumba, Mjini Magharibi Region, 71215
- Kwale Island
- Fumba Beach4 min drive
- Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park44 min drive
- Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)24 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Partial Sea View
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Partial Sea View
- Partial sea view
- 484.4 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for Luxury Villa, Private Pool, Sea View
Luxury Villa, Private Pool, Sea View
- Sea view
- 6458.3 sq ft
- Sleeps 9
- 3 King Beds
View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View
- Sea view
- 484 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 2 Twin Beds
About the neighborhood
Fumba
In Fumba .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Fumba hotel, you'll find Kwale Island and Fumba Beach. Kariakoo Amusement Park and Peace Memorial Museum are within 12 miles (20 km).
What's nearby
- Fumba Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
- Nakupenda Beach - 29 min drive - 16.2 miles
- Shangani Beach - 30 min drive - 16.6 miles
- Forodhani Gardens - 31 min drive - 16.9 miles
- Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park - 44 min drive - 21.9 miles
Getting around
- Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 27 min drive
About this property
Blue Ocean Resort & Residences
Enjoy 2 outdoor pools at this 3.5-star Fumba hotel
There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. WiFi is free in public spaces. Blue Ocean Resort & Residences offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a children's pool. Blue Ocean Resort & Residences also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Fumba hotel.
- 100 guestrooms or units
- 2 dining venues
- Deli
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Coffee in lobby
- Dry cleaning
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Storage area for luggage
- Tour and ticket information
- Concierge
- Garden
- Elevator
- Smoking in designated areas
Blue Ocean Resort & Residences offers 100 accommodations with safes and slippers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 3.5-star hotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, separate dining areas, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.
This Fumba hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Languages
Arabic, English, Filipino, French, Hindi, Swahili
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- 2 outdoor pools
- Children's pool
- In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- In-room kitchen
- In-room microwave
- Laundry facilities
- Separate in-room dining area
- Snack bar/deli
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
- Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 8 for children
- 2 restaurants
- A coffee shop/cafe
- Coffee and tea in common areas
- Snack bar/deli
Things to do
- 2 outdoor pools
- Children's pool
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 2 accessible parking spaces
- Elevator (37 inch wide door)
- Front entrance ramp
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair-accessible lounge
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
- Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
- Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Room amenities
Entertainment
- TV
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Slippers
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- Kitchen
- Meal delivery service
- Microwave
- Separate dining area
More
- Desk
- Iron/ironing board on request
- Laptop workspace
- Phone
- Safe
- Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- Pets and service animals are not allowed at Blue Ocean Resort & Residences
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 8 for children
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.
We should mention
- Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
- For stays on 25 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner.
- For stays on 24 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner.
- For stays on December 31, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.
- For stays on January 1, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner.
- Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
Property is also known as
Blue Ocean Resort Residences
Blue Ocean & Residences Fumba
Blue Ocean Resort & Residences Hotel
Blue Ocean Resort & Residences Fumba
Blue Ocean Resort & Residences Hotel Fumba
Frequently asked questions
How close is Blue Ocean Resort & Residences to the airport?
Blue Ocean Resort & Residences is 11.1 mi (27-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Blue Ocean Resort & Residences have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Blue Ocean Resort & Residences .
How close is Blue Ocean Resort & Residences to the beach?
This hotel is 2 mi (4-min drive) from Fumba Beach and 12.8 mi (25-min drive) from Shangani Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Blue Ocean Resort & Residences offer free breakfast?
Free breakfast isn’t provided at Blue Ocean Resort & Residences , but full breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 15 for adults and USD 8 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Is there a casino at Blue Ocean Resort & Residences ?
No, there is no casino at this hotel.
What time is check-in at Blue Ocean Resort & Residences ?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
Is there free parking at Blue Ocean Resort & Residences ?
This hotel offers free self parking.
Does Blue Ocean Resort & Residences have a pool?
Blue Ocean Resort & Residences features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Does Blue Ocean Resort & Residences have a restaurant?
Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.
Does Blue Ocean Resort & Residences have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hotel.
How close is Blue Ocean Resort & Residences to downtown Fumba?
Blue Ocean Resort & Residences is 1.3 mi away from Fumba.
Blue Ocean Resort & Residences Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness