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Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel with spa

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Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
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Overview of Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins

Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Explore the area

Map
Mbweni, Zanzibar Town
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)8 min drive
  • Popular LocationSlave Market8 min drive
  • Popular LocationOld Fort9 min drive
  • Popular LocationForodhani Gardens9 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Sea View

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Sea View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Exclusive Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Exclusive Double Room

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Zanzibar Town

Beachside getaway.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Zanzibar Town hotel, you'll find Slave Market and House of Wonders. Old Fort and Forodhani Gardens are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Slave Market - 8 min drive
  • Old Fort - 9 min drive
  • House of Wonders - 9 min drive
  • Forodhani Gardens - 9 min drive
  • Nakupenda Beach - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mimi Cafe - 12 min walk
  • Jahazi Cafe - 5 min drive
  • Lukmaan - 9 min drive
  • Ccm Social Hall - 7 min drive
  • House of Karafuu - 9 min drive

About this property

Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins

4-star beachfront hotel with spa
Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. At Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins, pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities like an outdoor pool.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Zanzibar Town hotel is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 10 buildings
  • Built in 1994
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary bottled water. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include slippers, bidets, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic.

Languages

English, Italian, Swahili

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle up to 6 km
  • Area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM–10:30 AM for a fee: TZS 35,000 for adults and TZS 23,000 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: TZS 128000

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for TZS 23000 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: TZS 12742.60 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately TZS 35000 for adults and TZS 23000 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: TZS 35000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: TZS 33300.00 (one-way), (from 7 to 16 years old)
  • Late check-out fee: TZS 128000 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: TZS 23000 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Mbweni
Mbweni Hotel Zanzibar
Mbweni Ruins
Mbweni Ruins Hotel
Mbweni Ruins Zanzibar
Mbweni Zanzibar
Ruins Hotel
Zanzibar Mbweni
Zanzibar Mbweni Ruins Hotel
Protea Hotel Mbweni Ruins
Protea Mbweni Ruins Zanzibar
Protea Mbweni Ruins
Jungle Paradise & Mbweni Ruins
Protea Hotel Zanzibar Mbweni Ruins
Protea Hotel by Marriott Zanzibar Mbweni Ruins
Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins Hotel
Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

How close is Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins to the airport?

Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins is 1.9 mi (10-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins have an airport shuttle?

Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of TZS 35000 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of TZS 35000 for adults and TZS 23000 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins have a pool?

Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins features an outdoor pool.

Does Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins have a restaurant?

Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins is home to Raintree Restaurant, which features international cuisine and ocean views.

Does Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features Ayurvedic treatments, body scrubs, and mani/pedis.

How close is Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins to downtown Zanzibar Town?

Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins is 0.5 mi away from Mbweni.

Jungle Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mbweni Ruins Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 134 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 134 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 134 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 134 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 134 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bradley, EDMONTON

Traveled with partner
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

z

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Manirakiza

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Sofia

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff
GREAT staff. Room was shockingly damp, musty, spotted and worn. We could not understand how Marriott could be affiliated with this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A gem in Zanzibar
The grounds are beautiful and the location excellent. When our flight from Arusha was diverted and we arrived at night without our luggage, the night manager sent robes, slippers and a dental kits to our room. The restaurant stayed open late so we could get a bite to eat and a much appreciated glass of wine. The next day the front desk was helpful in contacting the airline to track our lost luggage which finally arrived by 1 pm. Shuttle to Stone Town is helpful. While the rooms show a little wear wear and tear, overall the hotel is well cared for. Despite the flight and luggage issue we enjoyed relaxing and exploring Zanzibar after our 12 day safari.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
a relaxed hide-away from the bustle of Stone Town
a relaxed hotel with very helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a terrific Hotel off the beaten path but with transportation to Stone Town. The staff was incredible and most helpful in ironing out tours for us and providing excellent service in the restaurant. Every need was looked after and the included breakfast was diverse and delicious.. The hotel is on the water and the breeze (so important in Zanzibar) keep conditions pleasant. It was both a great place to relax and "chill" (if one can use that word in Zanzibar) and a a base for tours of the area. No hesitation recommending this one!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mosquito heaven
My hotel room smelled damp. There weren't enough surfaces to put anything on so my open suitcase ended up on the floor. I didn't realise until 3 days later that the air conditioning unit has been dripping onto my suitcase which now had a puddle under it. There were a lot of biting insects inside and outside and a large dead cockroach under the bed. The hotel staff made a big deal of spraying insecticide in the room every evening but it's not great breathing in a lot of insecticide so waiting outside for a bit helps. Unfortunately I had to wait outside with the swarms of mosquitoes that the insecticide was supposed to be protecting me against. There was a large mosquito net spread over my huge bed which was great. However it would be even more helpful if they got rid of the pond with stagnant water just a few metres from my bedroom door ( I was on the ground floor ). The pond was presumably a breeding ground for those mosquitoes. Another point is that breakfast and dinner was in the outside restaurant, I was still trying to fend off the mosquitoes there. It would be nice if they could clean my room and squirt insecticide around it while I was in the restaurant rather than when I was in my room. The restaurant food was nice. The large amount of cats in the outdoor restaurant provided the entertainment - a least 2 cats sat under every table, hissing and spitting at each other while we ate. The redeeming feature of this hotel was the proximity to the beach and the sea.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, Toronto

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A small hotel (14 rooms) with amazing historic atmosphere, set in the ruins of a 19th century school for freed slaves. The place is serene. The beach is scenic, swimmable when the tide is not too low, and kept very clean by the hotel. It is a very unique place for those who want peace, quiet and relaxation. It is a bit remote from Stone Town, but they do run a free shuttle. The staff are super friendly and efficient.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

June, Toronto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that it was part of the Mwendi Ruins. I liked the staff very much - each of them were terrific! I did not like that the pictures the Marriott uses for the rooms is not up to date. Thus what I thought we booked was not what we received. It was still fine however not as lovely as I had wished for. The staff explained that the room I booked was under construction. This is Marriott's responsibility to have a current website.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020