Located on a white sand beach, Zanzibar Ocean Blue offers a family-friendly retreat with continental breakfast and ocean views. Enjoy the poolside bar, dry cleaning services, bike rentals for exploring the area. The helpful multilingual staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
When you stay at Zanzibar Ocean Blue, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Paje Beach and Jambiani Beach. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a poolside bar, a children's pool, and a terrace.
At a glance
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Hotel size
8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (2 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Free supervised childcare
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite valet parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's pool
Free supervised childcare/activities
What to do
On the beach
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Beach sun loungers
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Free stocked minibar
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator (on request)
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This beachfront restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night
An effective city/local tax rate of 12.00 percent will be charged
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 50 per vehicle (one-way)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between October 1 and September 30.
This property will be closed from June 24 2021 to May 31 2023 for renovations and will resume operation once the renovation is complete (completion date subject to change).
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday:
Bar/lounge
Children's pool
Dining venue(s)
Fitness facility
Full-service spa
Health club
Hot springs
Indoor pool
Outdoor pool
Public bath
Sauna
Hot tub
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 30 per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Zanzibar Ocean Blue Hotel Paje
Zanzibar Ocean Blue Hotel
Zanzibar Ocean Blue Paje
Zanzibar Ocean Blue
Zanzibar Ocean Blue Zanzibar Island/Paje
Zanzibar Ocean Blue Paje
Zanzibar Ocean Blue Hotel
Zanzibar Ocean Blue Hotel Paje
Frequently asked questions
Is Zanzibar Ocean Blue currently open?
The property is closed between October 1 and September 30.
Is there a pool at Zanzibar Ocean Blue?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Zanzibar Ocean Blue?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Zanzibar Ocean Blue?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Zanzibar Ocean Blue?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 50 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Zanzibar Ocean Blue?
You can check in starting at 11:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Zanzibar Ocean Blue and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and hiking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Zanzibar Ocean Blue?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers alfresco dining, local cuisine, and ocean views.
Does Zanzibar Ocean Blue have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Zanzibar Ocean Blue like?
Zanzibar Ocean Blue is located a short 4-minute walk from Paje Beach.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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9.8
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2018
Nice Hotel with pool and beach
We loved our quiet peaceful beachfront hotel. Dining outside with ocean view swimming in pool and ocean. Long walk on the beach. Since we had to leave very early they sent breakfast with us!
Janelle
Janelle, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 7, 2018
Приятный тихий отель на берегу.
Приятный тихий отель прямо на берегу, в стороне от суеты Паже. Вежливый персонал, стараются помочь по любому вопросу. Имеется три маленьких бассейна, лежаки и зонтики на парапете у пляжа. Хорошая кухня. Завтрак по меню, нет шведского стола. Просторные бунгало, есть сейф, холодильник, чайник, кондиционер, потолочный вентилятор. Состояние оборудования и мебели не идеальное, но достаточно приличное. Пожалуй, из серьезных недостатков можно назвать только периодическое отсутствие горячей воды. Ежедневно обрабатывают бунгало от комаров. Хороший выбор за свою цену.
Igor
Igor, 12-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2018
Preis Leistung i.O.
Freundliches Personal
Pool brauch man eigentlich nicht nur 20m zum Meer
Wir hatten bunglow in 2er Reihe best place
Blick zum Meer jeden Morgen
Gerry
Gerry, 9-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 23, 2017
5 stars if the food were better
We enjoyed our stay here, the rooms are very large and comfortable for sleeping - it seemed to be too airtight for mosquitoes to enter which was good. The downside was that the cooked food could be better - on our first day we ordered some lunch but some of it was burned to a crisp and not edible. 2 out of the 3 meals we had at lunch were very disappointing. Everything else is great and the staff are very friendly.
Verified traveler
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 13, 2017
Bra val om du vill ta det lugnt
Lugnt på lång, vit sandstrand
Verified traveler
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2017
Great and affordable hotel, right on the beach!
Spent 5 days over Christmas at Ocean Blue. It was a perfect hotel for a beach vacation. Never really left the hotel/beach, so can't say much about the local area besides the beach (which was great). The room was very nice, and the staff was super friendly and very attentive. They would know what you wanted and needed and have it ready for you, before you knew you wanted it. I would definitively stay at Ocean Blue again!
Daniel
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8/10 Very good
Dec 27, 2016
Immer wieder!
Das Zanzibar Ocean Blue ist ein eine kleine Anlage direkt am Meer gelegen mit äußerst angenehmen Bungalows, modern, groß, komfortabel eingerichtet und sehr sauber. Die beiden Pools werden täglich gereinigt, sind angenehm temperiert und einladend. Der Service ist unaufdringlich freundlich und lässt keine Wünsche offen, das Frühstück mit Wahlmöglichkeiten ist umfassend, geschmackvoll und wird individuell und zeitnah serviert. Die Hauptmahlzeiten sind von Angebot und Umfang vielfältig und bekömmlich.
Die nähere Umgebung lädt zu Spaziergängen, Entdeckungen des Dorfes und der Freizeitmöglichkeiten am Strand ein. Ausflugsmöglichkeiten werden kostengünstig und komfortabel arrangiert. Einkaufmöglichkeiten sind auf kurzen Wegen erreichbar.
Insgesamt ist dies Hotel eine zu empfehlende Perle am Strand von Paje!
Verified traveler
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8/10 Very good
Sep 21, 2016
Relaxing holiday
We had a wonderful holiday in this hotel. The staff were extremely kind and helpful and nothing was too much trouble for them. The room was large and very comfortable and nice and quiet. Each room was a detached bungalow with lounge furniture and it's own balcony. All rooms had a seaview. The pools were lovely and well maintained.
The location was quiet which suited us.
Judith
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2016
Dejligt hotel lige ned til stranden med pool og fine muligheder for badning og kite surfing. Alle i personalet var vældig søde og hjælpsomme.
Stig
Verified
6/10 Good
Jul 28, 2016
Sauberes Hotel
Das Hotel ist schön, klein und sauber. Es gibt schon ein paar Abnutzungen und kleine Schönheitsfehler. Leider (wir hatten das Bungalow direkt zum Beach) hat die Türe nicht dicht geschlossen, somit war ein permanenter Luftzug (auch hörbar) im Zimmer. Die wurde auch nach mehrmaligem Anmerken nicht behoben...Man hat uns zwar angeboten Hotel zu wechseln, aber der Aufpreis für "Beachfront" war in diesem Fall nicht gerechtfertigt! Unser Wasserhahn hat über 14 Tage getropft - auch das wurde nicht behoben. Als der Café im Zimmer leer war, wurde dieser nicht nachgefüllt.
Wir waren zum Kitesurfen vor Ort. Hatten einen leeren Spot direkt vor dem Hotel - das war super!
Das Frühstück ist OK, aber auch etwas eintönig. Pole, pole (langsam, langsam) trifft auch beim Frühstück zu, aber das ist auf Sansibar generell ein Tempo an das man sich gut gewohnt :)
Das Personal ist super bemüht und freundlich! Auch der Hotelmanager ist immer vor Ort und sehr bemüht um seine Gäste! Sauberkeit top (das Zimmer wurde 1x am Tag gereinigt und 1x abends frisch aufgebettet mit "calm down" und Insektenspray vorbereitet zum Schlafengehen).
Die Lage ist an einem ruhigen Strandteil (letztes Hotel in der Kitebucht), zum Supermarkt und zu den Restaurants ist es somit leider ein etwas weiterer Weg (Fußmarsch ca. 15 Minuten).
Verified traveler
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 24, 2016
Great location and views, very good value
We were in one of the rooms at the front, views were amazing, really enjoyed the stay.
Paje beach is great, just be aware of the tides. If you want to try kitesurfing there is not better place.
For dinner there is a lovely place just next to hotel were you can dine by the beach under the moon and stars.
Food at the hotel is good, would recommend for lunch, for dinner the place next door has more charm.
Staff very helpful. Highly recommended!
Verified traveler
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 29, 2016
traumhaft schön!!!
es war ein absoluter traumurlaub.
strand, meer, klima usw usw. alles absolut gigantisch gut!!! klar gibt es immer was zu verändern, aber für ein 3,5 sterne hotel mit 8 zimmern war es ruhig charmant, direkt am strand und sehr nette mitarbeiter!!! was will man mehr! werde bestimmt wieder hinfahren!!!
trotz mancher komplikationen bezüglich elektrik, strom usw. gibt es in jedem hotel, restaurant, tauch center, kite center usw usw. gibts es freies wlan, gigantisch gut!!!
wenn man nach tansania fährt, um genauer zu sein auf die insel sansibar / paje (wie in meinem fall) sollte man sich klar sein, dass es afrika ist, d.h. es kann mal einen stromausfall geben, die sonne brennt nach 30 min dir die haut weg
und das essen ist einfach anders zubereitet, kein europäischer standard!
dies schreibe ich ganz bewusst, weil ich es ganz schlimm finde wenn sich gäste darüber beschweren,
wie z.b.:
warum ist dass den heute so heiß und warum ist das meer heute soweit weg,
(hat nur noch der satz gefehlt, der sand ist aber auch sehr heiß!!!)
naja bei ebbe und flut kann es schon mal sein, dass das meer ein bißchen auf sich wartet!!! ;-)
es war für mich einer meiner schönsten urlaube und ich weiß, dass ich humphrey und sein ocean blue team
bald wieder besuchen werde!!!
Ben
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 16, 2016
Vista e relax
Bellissima vista sul mare, sicuramente la migliore a Paje. Posto molto tranquillo, poche camere, molto grandi, confortevoli e pulite. Doccia enorme e aria condizionata in camera. Colazione buona, servita ai tavoli con ordinazione alla carta. Cena buona, ma limitata per chi è vegetariano come me (a parte pizza e pasta, che io evito all'estero, c'era un curry di verdure e un burger vegetale). Staff molto gentile e disponibile.