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Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows

3.0 star property
Find the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure on this white sand beach with turquoise waters and shaded beach umbrellas.

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Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows sits on a white sand beach with stunning views. Guests enjoy continental breakfast before sun loungers, gym, or boat tours. Two on-site restaurants serve local cuisine after snorkeling or cycling.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Bar

Room options

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Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Bungalow, Partial Ocean View (Double)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • Partial ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Bungalow, Multiple Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Free cribs/infant beds
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • Beach view
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Loft

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Detached private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Family Loft

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Comfort Apartment

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Family Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • Sea view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Jambiani, Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jambiani Beach and Paje Beach. Kite Centre Zanzibar and Salaam Cave Aquarium are also worth visiting. With scuba diving and windsurfing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Jambiani travel guide
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Jambiani Kikadini, Paje Road, Jambiani

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach
    Jambiani Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • This restaurant will be sure to offer you a meal to remember. Excellent fresh pasta and seafood with seaview all around! #WeLoveOurMarkets #LifeAtExpedia #Africa #Zanzibar #restaurant #bucketlist
    Pingwe Beach
    23 min drive - 15.5 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

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
    86 min drive

Restaurants

  • Your Zanzibar Place
    8 min drive
  • B4 Beach Club
    8 min drive
  • Pompetti Restaurant of Zanzibar
    4 min drive
  • Coco Beach Hotel & Restaurant
    6 min walk
  • Gadea Garden Restaurant
    4 min drive

About this property

Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows

Lodge near Jambiani Beach
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows. This lodge is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and sun loungers. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and local and international cuisine. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like sailing, boat tours, and snorkeling. Guests can also expect to find an arcade/game room, dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Tour/ticket assistance, beach umbrellas, and luggage storage
More amenities include:
  • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

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
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sailing
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

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

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  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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.

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

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows located?

Nestled on the beach, this Jambiani lodge is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Jambiani Beach and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Kuza Cave. Paje Beach and Swahili Cave are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 68 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Amenities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

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

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

robert

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

paolo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
like at home! a heartfelt thank you to Wilmina and Simba! Nice people and nice place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

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

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

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

Carla

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

10/10 Excellent

Per Håkan

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

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

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

Jens

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schöne Unterkunft mit traumhaftem Blick auf das Meer. Das sympathische Personal bemüht sich sehr alle Wünsche zu erfüllen. Sehr zu empfehlen. 😊☀️
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cordula Mareldis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schöner Bungalow in perfekter Lage direkt am Strand. Sehr freundliches Personal. Tolles Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis. Absolut zu empfehlen!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raffaella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Struttura in posizione eccellente, personale simpatico e buona la pizza.Consigliatissimo
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Schöne Unterkunft und sehr nettes und hilfsbereites Personal. Zum Wohlfühlen.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

BOUMEDIENNE

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Personal und die Besitzer haben den Aufenthalt zu einem unvergesslichen Erlebnis gemacht. Gerne wieder.
Stayed 22 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

ENRICO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mi sono trovata molto bene al blue reef.

10/10 Excellent

STEPHANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

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

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