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Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront lodge near Jambiani Beach

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Sundeck
Double Room | Bed sheets
Family Room | Bed sheets
Family Room | Terrace/patio
Fitness facility

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Jambiani Kikadini, Paje Road, Jambiani
  • Place, Jambiani Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kite Centre Zanzibar
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Paje Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Bed sheets

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Bungalow, Partial Ocean View (Double)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Bungalow, Multiple Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View | Bed sheets

Family Bungalow, Multiple Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Loft

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Family Loft

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Comfort Apartment | Private kitchen

Comfort Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Family Room | Bed sheets

Family Room

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Jambiani

On the beach.A stay at this lodge places you within half a mile (1 km) of Jambiani Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Kuza Cave. Swahili Cave and Kite Centre Zanzibar are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Paje Beach - 8 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 9 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Pingwe Beach - 23 min drive - 15.5 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪B4 Beach Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Your Zanzibar Place - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jetty Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pompetti Restaurant of Zanzibar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pishi Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows

3-star beachfront lodge near Jambiani Beach
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. Have fun in the sun at Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows with summer activities like snorkeling and sailing.

Free breakfast is available daily. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. This beach lodge also offers a fitness center, a garden, and a terrace. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Jambiani lodge.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows offers 5 accommodations with ceiling fans. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Gym
  • Sailing
  • Snorkeling

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 4)

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; cash is not accepted
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.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is 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

How close is Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows to the airport?

Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows is 35.9 mi (80-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows have an airport shuttle?

Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of USD 50 per vehicle, roundtrip.

How close is Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows to the beach?

This lodge is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows offer free breakfast?

Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows have a pool?

Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows does not have a pool.

Does Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like local and international cuisine and a beachfront location.

Does Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows to downtown Jambiani?

Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows is 1.2 mi away from Jambiani.

Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 65 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. The food is good and the stuff is friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

EMMA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimbereley, Rockland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

qingzhi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
not good,not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Cozy stay

Enjoyable stay and great staff. Food was good.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Poppy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic

So relaxing, delicious breakfast and great service. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff were excellent very helpful and always with big smile on the face Unfortunately in the rooms there are no toiletries (only one soap ) We got room with no internet connection as well
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bar staff are amazing - really hospital and friendly! Stunning location and the team are able to organise any taxis/trips etc really easily! The only downside was that we didn't have AC in the room and it was boiling at night!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Fun and casual hotel

The location of the hotel is great, it's close to kite-surf shops, in front of a beautiful beach and near very cool bars and restaurants. The rooms are ok, nothing fabulous but functional and charming. Unfortunately I was given a noisy room that was close to the staff room where they go in and out all day to do washing and storage so it wasn't very private. Also the windows cannot be closed so you can hear everything that's going on outside. I did request a change of room but this wasn't possible as all the other rooms were fully booked. They have a nice bar and they make good cocktails. The staff are super friendly and are always up for a chat. The wifi doesn't work in the room, only in common areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable, no AC but the fan directed over the bed worked well.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hope, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

English Couple Retreat After Tanzania Safari

What a lovely little place! We stayed in the Bungalows which was lovely, the restaurant area isnt as lively as the Lodges (200m away) but that was fine by us! The pizza and cocktails offered at the Bungalow restaurant were delicious - far too many were eaten!! And the food at the Lodge restaurant was always lovely too. Comfy sunloungers and you're right on the beach which is perfect. You get used to the tides after a few days and its lovely to walk out on low tide too - we spotted a starfish and plenty of hermit crabs. The staff are so welcoming and helpful, you guys really made the stay so thank you! We didnt do as many trips as we'd hoped as we just got too relaxed to want to move!! But there's plenty of activity options on offer. We didnt have aircon but the fan was more than sufficient - even needing to turn it off a few nights as we got too cold! Rooms are nice and airy with the windows. If you're after a low key, relaxing, beach stay and don't want to spend a fortune then Blue Reef is ideal!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Luminita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful holiday at the Blue Reef

We stayed for 8 nights and felt great. Excellent service, good food and lovely cocktails. We stayed in the lodge, where the room is not like in a hotel, but is so comfortable with a king size bed, impeccable cleaned every day. We loved the premises, very offering for relaxing with the ocean view... Thank you and hope to come back next year :)
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julia, Zimbabwe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing people and place

We were fetched at the airport and brought to the lodge where we were welcomed by Nicky, Tom and a few members of staff. We were showed to our room and when we settled in, received a welcome drink, prepared by Nutty and served with a friendly smile. We automatically felt welcome and at home. The next day we met Nathan (Simba) who was very welcoming and had a big smile on his face. Over the course of our stay we got to know EVERYONE more, and the more we got to know them, the more they felt like family. We weren't treated like strangers, we were treated like friends and towards the end, after we got to know them properly - like family. Nutty, Antony, Habibi, Wilimina, Bonny, Hashim and ALL the other members of staff were absolutely AMAZING to us and EVERYONE is always smiling. The food is absolutely amazing and the lodge caters for your needs, whatever that may be. The placement of the lodge is absolutely perfect all around, and I must say, seeing the ocean view and feeling the breeze constantly, is absolute bliss. Not a second goes by that your needs are not accommodated, you are never left feeling unwelcome, by anyone, at any moment in time. The parties were amazing too :) Simba and his girlfriend Sue, were amazing to us, we spent quite a bit of time with them and they showed us new places too, leaving us with memories that we not only made on our own, but memories made with new friends too.THANK YOU TO EVERYONE AT BLUE REEF and we will be back soon! Julia and Nicolette :)
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Ishai, israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place in Jambiani

Blue Reef is actually two lodges in two spots on the beach in Jambiani with same owners. Both have full bar service. One spot has a specialty for Pizzas with a stone stove and the other with a full restaurant that makes great dishes. Staff is friendly and helpful and the atmosphere is relaxed. It's right on the beach so you walk out of your room bare foot... Room is basic but for the price it's great. You don't spend too much time there anyway :) All in all a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Bouraoui, Tunisia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ideal holiday in Jambiani.

Friendly owners and staff. Basic but clean and comfortable guest house. Tasty and affordable cuisine. Right on the beach. Totally enjoyed.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place in Jambiani

- the communication with the hotel owner was smooth - there were no unpleasant surprises waiting for us - everything in other reviews was 100% correct - we were picked up from the airport - the beach bungalow was ready and always clean - the staff was very nice and helpful - the breakfast served at the porch (nice view of the beach) - the beach was clean and accessible right from the bungalows (low tide - nice walks, high tide - water was 3m from the resort) - food and cocktails were very good in the blue reef restaurant

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amei tudo, lugar, visual, quarto, mas principalmente a equipe de trabalho, foram impecáveis. A comida deliciosa também, chef incrível.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Per Håkan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Äkta Zanzibar. Inte stora hotellkomplex. Lugnt. Jättetrevliga människor! Fantastisk strand och helt underbart vatten!
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agneta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

👍

Vänlig och hjälpsam personal. Bodde med 2 sovrum och 2 toaletter, perfekt när man reser med vuxen son.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Irene

Traveled with group
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.
Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025