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Blue Moon Resort

4.5 star property
Elegant adults-only beach hotel

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Exterior
Executive Suite, Private Pool | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar
Beach/ocean view
Reception
Lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine, beach views
Blue Moon Resort offers a peaceful escape near Jambiani Beach. Relax by the outdoor pool, enjoy cycling and canoeing, or rejuvenate with deep-tissue massages at the spa. The beachfront restaurant serves local and international dishes with ocean views.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 29 - Sep 30
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Tomorrow

Sep 30 - Oct 1
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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Suite, Private Pool

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Renovated in 2018
Premium bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Renovated in 2018
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, Private Pool | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Executive Suite, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Renovated in 2018
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Jambiani, Blue Moon Resort is in the suburbs and on the waterfront. Kite Centre Zanzibar is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Jambiani Beach and Paje Beach. Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque and Kizimkazi Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, snorkeling and windsurfing adventures can be found near the property.
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Shungi, Jambiani, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Makunduchi Beach - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Jambiani Beach - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 16 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Paje Beach - 18 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 18 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jetty Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pishi Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Casa Coco - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pompetti Restaurant of Zanzibar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jambiani Villas Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Blue Moon Resort

Luxury hotel remodeled in 2018 and located near Jambiani Beach
At Blue Moon Resort, you can look forward to a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like canoeing and cycling at this hotel. Treat yourself to a Thai massage at the onsite spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Restaurant, offers lunch, dinner, and a beachfront location. Dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a gym are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, motorized watercraft on site, and luggage storage
  • Wedding services, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like safes and minibars.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with bidets and free toiletries
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Canoeing
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Built in 2017
  • Mosquito nets
  • Renovated entire property - January 2018
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 12 and May 31.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50.00 per vehicle
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Blue Moon Resort Jambiani
Blue Moon Jambiani
Blue Moon Resort Hotel
Blue Moon Resort Jambiani
Blue Moon Resort Hotel Jambiani

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Moon Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Moon Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Blue Moon Resort?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Blue Moon Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Blue Moon Resort located?

Situated on the waterfront, this luxury hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Jambiani Beach, Kite Centre Zanzibar, and Paje Beach. Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque and Kizimkazi Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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