Reef & Beach Resort, an upscale hotel by the ocean, offers a relaxing retreat with a private beach, sun loungers, and scuba diving. Indulge in international cuisine at one of the 4 on-site restaurants or unwind with a facial and massage at The Spa. Enjoy activities like beach volleyball and snorkeling or explore the garden and library.
Located in Jambiani, Reef & Beach Resort is on a private 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 boat tours and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Jambiani travel guide
Jambiani Beach, Jambiani
What's nearby
Jambiani Beach
6 min drive - 6.3 km
Makunduchi Beach
7 min drive - 7.4 km
Kite Centre Zanzibar
15 min drive - 15.9 km
Paje Beach
16 min drive - 17.0 km
Kuza Cave
17 min drive - 13.3 km
Getting around
Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
67 min drive
Restaurants
Coco Beach Hotel & Restaurant
11 min drive
Pompetti Restaurant of Zanzibar
14 min drive
Gadea Garden Restaurant
13 min drive
Geo Zanzibar Resort And Restaurant
15 min drive
BAHARI Pizza-Restaurant-Bar
13 min drive
About this property
Reef & Beach Resort
Upscale hotel near Jambiani Beach
A poolside bar, a free manager's reception and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Reef & Beach Resort. With a private beach, sunloungers and scuba diving, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a body wrap, a body scrub and a massage at the on-site spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and international cuisine. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities, such as snorkelling, beach volleyball and ecotours. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
Other perks at this hotel include:
3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge) and beach umbrellas
Evening entertainment, a TV in reception and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 222 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to thoughtful touches such as safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Memory foam beds and down duvets
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas
All-inclusive details
All-inclusive room rates at Reef & Beach Resort are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).
Gratuities and taxes
Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.
Food and beverages
All buffet meals, snacks and select beverages included
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
4 bars/lounges
4 restaurants
A poolside bar
Free manager's reception (select days)
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Bahari Indian Restaurant
Makuti Restaurant
Peponi Restaurant
Things to do
3 outdoor pools
Beach volleyball
Billiards/pool table
Children's pool
Ecotours
Evening entertainment
Full-service spa
Gym
Library
Scuba diving
Snorkelling
Steam room
TV in common areas
Family friendly
3 outdoor pools
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's pool
Laundry facilities
Refrigerator on request
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Garden
On a private beach
Outdoor furniture
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Full-service spa
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Facials
Manicures/pedicures
Massage
Spa open daily
Accessibility
No lift
Tile flooring in room
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Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas
Local artist showcase
Mosquito nets
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Down comforter
Memory foam mattress
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Refrigerator on request
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Air conditioning
Desk
Safe
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 75 per night.
Payment types at the property
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
Resort fee: USD 12.5 per person, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 75 per night
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent
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
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number Z025293488
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
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
Property is also known as
Shungi
Shungi Beach
Shungi Beach Jambiani
Shungi Beach Resort
Shungi Beach Resort Jambiani
Reef Beach Resort Jambiani
Reef Beach Jambiani
Reef Beach Resort
Reef & Beach Resort Hotel
Reef & Beach Resort Jambiani
Reef & Beach Resort Hotel Jambiani
Frequently asked questions
Does Reef & Beach Resort have a pool?
Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Is Reef & Beach Resort pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Reef & Beach Resort?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Reef & Beach Resort?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM for a fee.
What time is check-out at Reef & Beach Resort?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Does Reef & Beach Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 60 per vehicle applies.
Are there all-inclusive benefits at Reef & Beach Resort?
Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.
Where is Reef & Beach Resort located?
This Jambiani hotel is on the beach, 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Makunduchi Beach, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Jambiani Beach and Paje Beach. Swahili Cave and Kuza Cave are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Reviews
Reef & Beach Resort Reviews
8.2
Very good
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I really enjoyed my stay. I would recommend this resort — great food variety, friendly staff members, and lots of things to do at the resort. The pool is great, and the beach area is amazing with breathtaking views and sightseeing.
Pros : location by the ocean is beautiful
2 pools, 3 restaurants
Clean
Cons : food quality is average
Not much aroud very isolate (depends what you want to do and like)
Very quiet and wonderful resort. Staff very friendly and helpful. Our room service was excellent. Unfortunately, a lot of renovations and construction was taking place during our stay. The monkeys are sometimes very amusing, but their poop is sometimes annoying.
Very friendly staff. We had the room that had the patio next to the pool. Very convenient for morning and eveving swimming. We went only once to the larger pools on the property. The Jetty and Mango bars were fun and had very good drinks. Food at the Indian restaurant was fantastic and the best meal we had on the property. Sadly we did not get a chance to try the Italian restaurant. We did not know that it needed a reservation like the Indian restaurant. The snack bar by the Mango bar had good snacks, popcorn, peanuts, hotdogs, etc.
We will be going back again next year.
This is a fun property with stunning views and a lot to do. I really enjoyed my time here and wished we had had more time. The buffet breakfast and dinners were great and had a lot of variety. The only downfall is that this resort caters to many nationalities that smoke so there are ash trays near almost every single chair. Being from North America, we are not used to being surrounded by cigarette smoke in public places. Other than that, it was great and were greeted at check in by the Red Columbus monkeys running around within inches of us.
I’ll recommend this place to anyone traveling to Zanzibar. Only suggestion is, the sea view suites look too old. They need to be renovated or upgraded.
The staff was outstanding very helpful and pleasant. Beautiful warm pool. Nice big rooms. Good food.
Beach was disappointing because at low tide water was way way out. Also there was a calander of scheduled activities that was not accurate.
Overall we snjoyed ourselves and wojld definitly recommend this hotel
L’hôtel est vraiment un petit paradis. Le ponton permet d accéder directement à la mer à marée haute et à la plage à marée basse. L hôtel est grand avec ses 2 piscines et permet de ne pas se sentir oppressé. Le personnel est souriant, les repas buffet sont un régal. Attention l hôtel est loin de la ville ce qui ne nous a pas posé de problème. Petit plus, l hôtel est construit autour de la mangrove et abrite une famille de colobes roux qui se promènent quotidiennement à travers les allées.
Très belle surprise. Un personnel extrêmement efficace et souriant. Un service de grande qualité. Un emplacement parfait. Une eau transparence et turquoise. A recommander sans hésitation
Les moins : Lit peu confortable et douche tiède à froide. Chaude uniquement le matin.
Fortes odeurs dans la salle de douche / canalisations ?
Cuisine aux plats revenant régulièrement, peu de saveur surtout pour les desserts ( Base crème ).
Portes non insonorisées
Beaucoup trop de sollicitations sur la plage et pour des prestations annexes.
Le plus non négligeable : la famille de singes en libertés et un ponton permettant de profiter d’une vue incroyable sur l’océan indien et ses marées.
Personnel très disponible
Autre retour : nous avons adoré prendre des excursions avec un guide local.
En parallèle nous avons loué une voiture à l’hôtel ( attention véhicule obtenu en réserve +++++) mais avons systématiquement été arrêté par la police locale et malgré un permis provisoire tanzanien, il nous a été demandé de l’argent sous prétexte que nous ne respections pas les règles (inventées systématiquement….)
Conclusion mitigée mais un paysage de rêve !
The hotel service from staff was excellent. Great food choice for vegetarians, lot's of activities during the day and also night programmes arranged. Room's were great. Although hotel was busy there was ample space for all - the two swimming pools and the two bars allowed good space. Above all, the service from the staff was the best.
Fijne locatie waar de hotelgasten op hun wenken bedient worden. Nederlandse gastenmanager wat ook prettig was.
Het hotel was rustig gelegen. Het eten was uitgebreid en goed.
Ook werd er goed rekening gehouden met covid-maatregels.
A great romantic getaway for couples
Plenty of great couple activities each day on and off the resort
All staff are very friendly yet one thing we found is they are slow to take action
The staff is very friendly and happy! The vibes are amazing. We loved to learn about the culture from the masai men next to the resort!!!
Food was good and vegetarians are in their minds which was a relieve for me!
Pools are Nice and snacks very good!
Shoutout to Mudy and the bar staff!!! We had a blast. Greetings Trynke and Angela
Magnifique endroit, rapport qualité prix restauration emplacement animation…IMBATTABLE pour un 3 étoiles avec ses bungalow front de mer top !!! Aucune hésitation, à refaire avec grand plaisir !!!
Big resort with really friendly staff. But the place is too bag to cope as soon as more than a couple of people arrive. Check in was a nightmare, no sign of booking despite having received an email asking my time of arrival 3 hours earlier. Room not ready. A/C didn’t work and no Basic amenities in the bathroom. Lighting is also very dingy. The curtains don’t fit the windows. Imagine trying to cover a car windscreen with a hand towel.
food options were limited and service was chaotic but got better through the week. Despite all inclusive, charged for safe, towels and late check out.
Feels like it’s growing and it has potential to be very good. Not quite there yet though.
Location is a bit isolated aswell
Wat een super geweldige vakantie hebben we gehad!!
Top hotel heerlijk eten en super vriendelijk personeel.
We zeggen het niet snel maar komen zeker een keer terug.
In Zanzibar is genoeg te beleven van hippe strand trend tot een dorp waar mensen in hutjes leven.
Een aanrader!!
Lets start by saying we enjoyed our stay. The location is fantastic. We booked a Seafront Bungalow that we strongly recommend and not a lot extra. The room was lovely, the location great but it was destinctly rustic and the bathroom was well overdue for a refurb. We loved the Jetty Bar too BUT BUT BUT the hotel was not as described on Hotels.com. They have just opened two new blocks of rooms and are building two blocks more. They have also just finished a huge new swimming pool all done in sandstone (rather odd) and a huge two storey restuarant. It is now firmly a package tour hotel with large numbers of Polish, South African and Dutch customers. Individual bookings are overwhelmed. There is also an entertainment programme which is great if that is what you want but the deafening music on a few evenings and for the pool exercise was very trying. There is an all inclusive offer for US$30 per person per day. Not expensive but not great either. The buffet meals became tedious and rather bland and annoyingly the deserts kept running out. The drinks were all the very cheapest brands - a single cheap beer, cheap Vodka/Rum and an Indian Brandy that you could dissolve bodies in. The Cocktails were clearly made with watered down Vodka/Rum (officially or unofficially??) and tasted of well.... not a lot. The staff are lovely as in so many places in East Africa. We spent most of our time outside our room and enjoyed our stay but we wouldn't go back!!
The place is nice but the staying was not up to standard. Wi fi works very poorly, the shower was sometimes cold and the food is average. Some members of the staff are very nice other less