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Joud by the sea

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools

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48-inch LED TV with satellite channels
Honeymoon Villa, Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Signature Villa, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Restaurant
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Joud by the sea. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beach massages, and sun loungers. Treat yourself to a sports massage or other spa services. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Design Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Design Double Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 36 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Villa, Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Honeymoon Villa, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Villa, Garden View | Living area | 48-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Luxury Villa, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Signature Villa, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Signature Villa, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Jambiani, Joud by the sea is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jambiani Beach and Paje Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Kite Centre Zanzibar and Salaam Cave Aquarium.
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Zanzibar, Jambiani, Unguja South Region, 3649

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 10 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Paje Beach - 12 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Makunduchi Beach - 12 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 12 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪B4 Beach Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jetty Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pompetti Restaurant of Zanzibar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pishi Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Your Zanzibar Place - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Joud by the sea

Luxury family-friendly hotel near Jambiani Beach
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Joud by the sea. With a beachfront location, beach massages, and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. For some rest and relaxation, visit the outdoor treatment areas. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 3 outdoor pools along with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a lifeguard on site
  • Free self parking
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge), massage treatment rooms, and luggage storage
  • Beach umbrellas, a gift shop, and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Joud by the sea include perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Highchairs, childcare services, and free infant beds
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and hair dryers
  • 48-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Daily housekeeping, desks, and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Beach yoga

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages
  • 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Lifeguards

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from August 4 2025 to March 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
  • Parking area
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 100.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 150 per person, per day
  • 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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 100.0 per night

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 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Joud by the sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools. The property will be renovating the pool from August 4 2025 to March 31 2026 (completion date subject to change).

Is Joud by the sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Joud by the sea?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Joud by the sea?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Joud by the sea?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Joud by the sea located?

This Jambiani hotel is on the beach, 0.6 mi (1 km) from Jambiani Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Paje Beach and Makunduchi Beach. Kuza Cave and Swahili Cave are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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