Moonshine Uroa Boutique Hotel

Name: Moonshine Uroa Boutique Hotel
Address: Off Road Uroa, Uroa, Zanzibar, 3398, Uroa, TZ

Location: Off Road Uroa, Uroa, Zanzibar, 3398, Uroa, TZ

Star Rating: 3 Stars

Property Type: Hotels

About this Property

Luxurious Spa Services

Indulge in a relaxing massage at our spa to rejuvenate your senses and pamper yourself during your stay.

Recreational Paradise

Unwind by the outdoor pool or explore the area on rented bicycles, offering you a perfect blend of leisure and adventure.

Deluxe Dining and Entertainment

Savor delicious meals at the on-site restaurant or enjoy refreshing drinks at the bar/lounge, providing the ultimate culinary experience.

Immerse yourself in serenity at Moonshine Uroa Boutique Hotel, where luxury meets comfort amidst the stunning Uroa Beach. Start planning your dream getaway now!

Important Information

One child 1 year old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Policies

Check-in: 12:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

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. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Amenities & Facilities

Free breakfast
Full-service spa
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Arcade/game room
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
Snorkeling nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Arcade/game room
Library
Free breakfast
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Full-service spa
Billiards or pool table
Tours/ticket assistance
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Snack bar/deli
Playground on site
Free self parking
Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
Free buffet breakfast
Mosquito nets
Banquet hall
Food and water bowls
Accessible shuttle
No accessible shuttle
Accessible airport shuttle
No accessible airport shuttle

Rooms Available

Family Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Patio, Oceanfront

1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
322-sq-foot soundproofed room, balcony/patio with ocean views

Layout - Separate sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and room service (limited hours)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towels
Practical - Safe and desk
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Separate sitting area
- Free WiFi
- Balcony or patio
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
322-sq-foot room with garden views

Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and room service (limited hours)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and towels
Practical - Safe and desk
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 5 (4 Adults)
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
Family Quadruple Room, Patio, Oceanfront

1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
376-sq-foot soundproofed room, balcony/patio with ocean views

Layout - Separate sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and room service (limited hours)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towels
Practical - Safe and desk
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 5 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Separate sitting area
- Free WiFi
- Balcony or patio
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Deck or patio
Room, Terrace, Ocean View

1 King Bed
215-sq-foot soundproofed room, located on the top floor, balcony with ocean views

Layout - Separate sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and room service (limited hours)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and towels
Practical - Safe and desk; cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 3 (2 Adults)
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Terrace
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Separate sitting area
- Free WiFi
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Location - top floor
Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Patio, Oceanfront

1 King Bed
215-sq-foot soundproofed room, located on the ground floor, balcony/patio with ocean views

Layout - Bedroom and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and room service (limited hours)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towels
Practical - Safe and desk
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Separate sitting area
- Free WiFi
- Balcony or patio
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Deck or patio
- Location - ground floor
Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 King Bed
193-sq-foot room with garden views

Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and room service (limited hours)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towels
Practical - Safe and desk
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 3 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden Area

1 King Bed
215-sq-foot soundproofed room, balcony/patio with garden views

Layout - Separate sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and room service (limited hours)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towels
Practical - Safe and desk
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Separate sitting area
- Free WiFi
- Balcony or patio
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden Area

1 King Bed
215-sq-foot soundproofed room, balcony/patio with partial ocean views

Layout - Bedroom and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and room service (limited hours)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towels
Practical - Safe and desk
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Separate sitting area
- Free WiFi
- Balcony or patio
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Deck or patio
Villa, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View

2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds
1614-sq-foot soundproofed room, located on the top floor, patio with ocean views

Layout - 3 bedrooms and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and room service (limited hours)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, shower, free toiletries, and towels
Practical - Safe and desk
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 8 (6 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Electric kettle
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Separate sitting area
- Free WiFi
- Private bathroom (not in room)
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Location - top floor
Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Patio, Oceanfront

1 King Bed
215-sq-foot soundproofed room, located on the ground floor, balcony/patio with ocean views

Layout - Bedroom and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and room service (limited hours)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towels
Practical - Safe and desk
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Separate sitting area
- Free WiFi
- Balcony or patio
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Location - ground floor
Quadruple Room, Patio, Oceanfront

1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds
484-sq-foot soundproofed room, balcony/patio with ocean views

Layout - Separate sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and room service (limited hours)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towels
Practical - Safe and desk
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Separate sitting area
- Free WiFi
- Balcony or patio
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Deck or patio
Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Terrace, Ocean View

1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
258-sq-foot soundproofed room, located on the top floor, balcony with ocean views

Layout - Separate sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and room service (limited hours)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and towels
Practical - Safe and desk
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 4 (3 Adults)
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Terrace
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Separate sitting area
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Location - top floor
Standard Triple Room, Garden View

1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
215-sq-foot room with garden views

Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and room service (limited hours)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towels
Practical - Safe and desk
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 4 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided

Guest Reviews

683mercys (2/5): A Nightmarish Stay at Moonshine Uroa Boutique Hotel: Disrespect, Deceit, and Safety Concerns - Our arrival at Moonshine Uroa Boutique Hotel was immediately unsettling. The Reception Lady (who I later learned was the manager's wife) greeted us with a judgmental and unwelcoming demeanor. She rudely demanded our passports without explanation, and when we inquired about the procedure, she rolled her eyes, raised her voice, and treated us with harsh disrespect. We had arranged for a shuttle, and were told it was waiting for 2 hours (the manager said 3 hours) but we called and texted the hotel while we waited at the port for over an hour. We received no response. We were then told that our request was short notice even though we booked since October 2022 and notified them of any changes in advance. The number provided on Booking.com was invalid, adding to our frustration. The situation escalated when the manager began yelling at us, behaving in a manner that felt threatening. When I asked him why his wife had been rude to me and my daughters, implying that it was due to our race, he continued to yell, shocking other staff members. To diffuse the situation, we tried to explain that there was a miscommunication, but the manager continued to insist that they were correct and that we were lucky they weren't charging us. As I walked away, the manager continued to insult me, and I felt increasingly targeted. He became visibly angry, turning red and stepping close to my face, prompting me to walk away in fear for our safety. The property itself was not as advertised. It was located in a remote and isolated area, giving us a sense of unease and vulnerability. The taxi driver even commented that he would not recommend staying there, describing it as "dodgy" and unlike a hotel. The entrance was overrun with cats, and the overall atmosphere was far from family-friendly. Upon arrival, we saw a sign saying Masai security property, so we asked if we were at the right property or not with our taxi driver, the driver said that he would not recommend us to stay there it's dulgy! It didn't look like a hotel... It looked like somewhere where people hide themselves to cheat on their partners! The manager's wife handed the room keys to my daughters instead of me, and when I protested, the porter was instructed to show us the room anyway. The room we were given was not the one we had booked, and it appeared to be hastily prepared with unfinished painting and broken doors. The toilet and sink were also broken, and the room did not resemble the photos or facilities advertised. We felt unsafe and even feared that the drinks offered by the waitress might be poisoned. We noticed rose petals which verified my suspicions that the property is for " hookers" and men who sell their services to women on holiday, everywhere we turned were couple who are not married to, cause we heard few conversations talking about " I have to let my family know that my meeting will take longer" one of them confirmed what he was doing there when he asked me how come we were outside? He was very disappointed with the management ( he was a local working to please foreigners). The room was infested with ants, the towels were stained brown, and the door could not be closed without locking it. As a disabled person who walks with a cane, I received no assistance whatsoever. We felt so unsafe and uncomfortable that we immediately contacted a friend to arrange for new accommodation and transportation. We stood outside, refusing to even sit down, until our new taxi arrived. After cancelling our booking and filing a complaint against the property management, Booking.com has failed to refund our money. This constitutes fraud, and I intend to pursue further complaints against Booking.com if a full refund and compensation are not provided immediately. They NEVER refunded our money! would not take your family there....
zofias738 (8/5): Lots of pluses and one huge minus - A lot of pluses and one huge minus. First of all, the beach is divine - clean, very vast at low tide, practically empty. I stayed in a bungalow on the beach and I just loved waking up to the view. The bungalow itself is fine, bed comfortable, just the bathroom could be cleaner and refurbished a bit (very low water pressure, very dim light, fungus in the shower). Food at the restaurant was excellent (although the portions somewhat small), staff very nice. Now to the bitter part: out of my 5-day stay that I really enjoyed, Saturday was a nightmare. A big group of tourists was occupying the restaurant and nearby area all day, playing loud music. When asked to turn it down, they did for 5 minutes, and then it was going on again. When that finally ended about 6pm, the music at the pool bar started, with bass so loud, that the floor of the bungalow was vibrating. The staff was totally unbothered when asked to turn the music down. There was literally nowhere to hide from the noise. I would be more understanding if it was Ibiza, but for a village that advertises itself as a quiet fisherman village - for me it was the main reason I chose it - it’s unacceptable. Fortunately there was literally no one at the bar, so the ‘party’ didn’t last very long, but way too long for my patience (I was particularly disappointed with Danilo’s the manager indifference). Daily visits from a local cat were a very nice touch.
456anjar (10/5): A hidden gem on the east coast, right on the beach - Didn’t know what to expect after reading some of the reviews, but we had an amazing stay here! Would love to come back. It’s not a five star resort, but you’re not paying for that either. Charming villa right on the Indian Ocean, very good value for money. Our favorite place in Zanzibar, and yes we visited the more famous (and far more busy and expensive) Nungwi and Kendwa. Nice, clean bungalow with good AC, spectacular view of the ocean 😁 Good food and drinks at a reasonable price, and very friendly and helpful staff. A relaxing and hidden gem on the east coast. Also the beach is stunning.
guidosI5149VH (10/5): A pearl on the east coast. - We’ve travelled to several different accommodations across Zanzibar and we have found the absolute best one by far. The bungalow we stayed had a fan, air-conditioning, pool, bar, restaurant and was a stones throw away from the ocean and separated from us by a clean, sparkling white beach. The staff were all super friendly and the management very accommodating to our every need and request. The pizzas were fantastic value for money, the drinks very reasonable and the overall experience was much better than even a couple of the five star resorts we visited. We would definitely love to come back here.
eurodc (4/5): Won’t be back in near future - This could be such a great hotel but it isn’t. We have left a day early as just couldn’t sleep with no air conditioning despite complaining three times. No room safe, no fridge and bathrooms pretty disgusting. The whole place needs investment and could be fantastic as great location and nice laid back atmosphere. Restaurant terrible too go next door to Avo. Seem to be plenty of staff but not being managed and the owner doesn’t seem too interested. We have been beside the pool for three days looking at an empty beer crate and dirty ashtray for the same length of time. Such a shame but we won’t be back. It really is a case of you get what you pay for and hence it is so cheap.
petterp2023 (2/5): Terrible, just terrible - Nice beach and vibe at the hotel, but absolutely nothing works here as others has also reviewed. We booked three nights but left after one. We had no electricity, no water/ just a bucket, no service and just stress trying to get them to do anything at all. We did not pay for this terrible experience, only food, just refused.
drsasiimwe (6/5): Hotel is small and nice. Good beech front & restaurant. The mgt and receptionist so rude. No bfast on early checkout. - Had 2 nights here. Nice small and clean place. Food ok. Our friends and I treated badly by management. No breakfast on early checkout despite request. Also shoddy last minute unreciepted charges slapped on us on morning of departure despite clearing everything night before. Blaming guests for thier own shortcomings. Overall it felt like we were never welcome in the first place. Not recommended if yo black
paolobC4322WQ (10/5): Wow, visit it - Very nice. Very gentle staff Beachfront, nice pool. Nice breakfast and good restaurant Beautiful style and architectural design. Walking distance from other restaurants nightlife and entertainment. The sea and the beach are amazing, a lot of space .
wendywK3497CY (10/5): Stunning view, right on the beach, good food and service - Moonshine is a gem, an amazing value with everything we wanted. Our friends' cabana was RIGHT on the Indian Ocean and ours was steps away. The staff was lovely and really seemed to care about our enjoyment and comfort. Due to renovation, the restaurant was closed. But the staff set up a table poolside where we enjoyed several delicious meals, an awesome sunset and later the famous moonshine on the water. since we don't speak Swahili, the manager helped us negotiate over the phone for a snorkeling excursion, which allowed us to save money and get the service we wanted. We were two older couples, but we recommend this location for families or anyone on a budget who wants to relax.
24margep (10/5): Peace! - I dont agree with the previous reviews. The hotel furniture and overall yes, its a bit old but this is not europe, and its the best place during our stay in tanzania. We were welcomed with a welcome drink. The italian manager and his other half/manager were super nice and informative about the place and activities if asked. The pool was cleaned every day. We didnt lock our doors after few days there as the room service even left our tip on the cupboard what was left to them on the bed-we had to hand it to them and say it was for them 😀 we had a late flight so even it was fully booked they let us stay in another bungalow so we wouldnt be "homeless". The premises were guarded by 2 super nice maasai, who played with their guard dog and cats and we felt like people were happy there. I think you will get what you give out -i would go back definetly. On the check out day we left our luggage to the hall for the whole day and we didnt even think something could be missing or whatever. I would prefer this small boutique to any large hotel full of complaining people. Also i am a restaurant/bar manager myself and would say the food was good-the breakfast choice could have been wider but ive seen less choice in other european counries. Hakuna matata 🙂 hopefully see you soon!
Curiosity58754722171 (2/5): Warning, don't book this hotel! - Worst Hotel around Uroa! Rooms and standards like 1990. Faucet wasn't fixed, toilet seat broken, living room without proper furniture. No coffee machine, refrigerator small and not working. Breakfast not good and hygienically gross. Lunch and dinner overpriced and not tasty, sodas and beer not cold and more expensive than everywhere else. Management treats staff not friendly, they seem to be afraid. Unbelievable noisy generator next to our bedrooms which was running most nights due to power blackouts. Sleeping was not possible (70-80 dB with windows closed!). Asked the Italian manager twice for a solution but he couldn't care less, offered no other accommodation or quiet rooms and even got rude. Finished our 11 day stay after five days, but didn't get a refund. Don't believe the pictures you see on Booking.com!!!
Eric (10/5): - Property was well maintained.We came in June during slow season it was very quiet and relaxing.We had the 3b 2b villa.Management is awesome and helped with any issues we had for example hot water.There was a switch that we had to flip in order to turn the hot water on.Besides that we definitely would recommend staying at Mooshine. Torti the security guard is phenomenal.Regardless the time of day he will assist you.
nisle143 (2/5): Not worth of your money! Will never recommend to stay here! - We checked in with a room not ready. No towels, no water, no socket to plug the kettle or charger. Our room is next to generator so we have noise all night long! AC or Fan is not working. Poor service, poor training for the staffs and poor management. Everything in this hotel is a mess!
piotrdB2082EV (2/5): The worst hotel I've been to. Big deception - A disgusting, dirty, smelly place. Nothing works as it should. I spent some horrific hours there. The service is rude and aggressive. The reality is very different from the pictures in the hotel's advertisement. I advise against staying in this horrible place.
Global537097 (2/5): Terrible - Dirty rooms, terrible dirty bathrooms. Sewage spilled out of the toilet. Showers didnt works. Terrible stench in rooms and fetor in toilets. On the beds were dirty sheets. Finally after start air condition the smell was worse. The staff even didn't try repare this situation. I won't tell you how the monstrous brawl began after we informed you that we could not stay in this hotel a minute longer. This was for my familly terrible experiens never more.
Benedikte (10/5): Fantastisk atmosfære på Moonshine - Rolig, avslappende og idyllisk hotel. Alle ansatte var veldig hyggelig, smilende og imøtekommende. Det er en helt egen atmosfære på dette hotellet. Lite og rolig sted, godt utgangspunkt for opplevelser i resten av Zanzibar.
434ig (2/5): Pay more, go somewhere better - Nothing like the pictures; it is run down. Food is basic and overpriced. The place had a weird vibe and it’s not safe - a couple of people were robbed while we were there. The actual beach is pretty. It’s a very quiet area so it’s not good for kids. Internet was good in room though!
RSpicker (2/5): Better not! - Moonshine is not a hotel, in best case it is a B&B. Do not let yourself decide by the pictures you see at booking.com , they are at least 20 years old. Nothing there is like on the pictures. - no warm water - no breakfast refills - very, very simple food - generator with 75db two meters from sleeping room, running at night - everything broken and damaged - Open electric cable near the pool - fouled pool terrace, dangerous openings - big free running dog that poos in the sand in front of the place - loose toilet seat - very, very simple restaurant and cooking abilities
Zanzibartravelz (10/5): PERFECTO🤩 - Delicious food I went for a swim and I had an amazing lunch,great service and friendly staff as well. This lunch was really amazing also they have great taste of coffee recommend to try cappuccino. Clean as well,with an amazing beach view and perfect for swimming as well.
Kamel (4/5): Décevant - Très décevant nous l’avons choisi pour sa piscine proche de l’océan qui était sale interdite à la beignade toute la semaine coupure d’eau on c’est coucher avec les enfants sans prendre de douche très peu de choses pour le petit déjeuner pour pas dire rien hotel vêtus isolée rien au tour il faut faire des kilomètres en taxi pour trouver une une pharmacie je vous déconseille cette hôtel
TomekZ98 (2/5): Warning – an irresponsible Italian manager in an otherwise nice hotel. - Do not stay there – the manager, an Italian guy Danilo, is totally irresponsible and your stay might turn unnecessarily sad. We were a group of friends and within the first day of stay 50 euro disappeared from one of our backpacks in the room. It later turned out the door lock had been damaged so that it was easy to enter the room. The worst was to come though: we left our luggage at the reception at midday on the check-out day to take a two-hour walk only to come back and realize one of the backpacks – with a passport inside! – got stolen. Long story short: the security cameras that are in the hotel turned out not to be working, we had to go to the police station and then to Dar es Salaam to the embassy for a new passport, on the way to which we learned – after two days – the backpack was found and supposedly was taken by mistake by a guests. However, Danilo failed to explain how on earth a guest did not realize for two nights he had mistaken the backpack – something that one uses pretty often. Moreover, he made us wait over two hours in Stone Town for the backpack, although we agreed for an appointment in advance and it is less than an hour drive. On top of that, Danilo seemed to claim we were the problem, although it was our stuff that was stolen in a place kept by him. Eventually, we got the backpack just hours before our flight back home – needless to say the last days of holidays were a mess. Overall, the irresponsible attitude and ignorance of this guy makes us come back never again, which is a pity, cos the place is otherwise cosy (although in a not vibrant area), right on the beach, and the Tanzanian girl at the reception was friendly.
Akelei27 (10/5): Highly recommendable! - Beautiful place, you can see and hear the sea at all times, rooms are comfortable and clean. The staff is friendly and helpful. The amospere was very calm and quiet, but there weren`t many guests at that time. Breakfast is great but unfortunately only instant coffee. The Zanzibari beds are totally beautiful and comfortable. The pool is clean and amazingly cool even in this hot weather. Sitting on the veranda or balcony in the evening, listening to the sea, is something you will miss forever. The female manager was incredibly nice, helpful and likeable. We`ve been to other places on Zanzibar but we always came back to the Moonshine. So we had three different rooms at the Moonshine hotel and we liked all of them. All in all we spent around 14 nights at the moonshine hotel and left absolutely relaxed and happy.
silverhippo (8/5): Nice atmosphere - Quiet old time atmosphere, space and privacy. Stuffed for breakfast but at least in March this year at the end of winter, fish meat and crabs were scarce in the restaurant. The boss of the place was actively present when coming and going, he took his job seriously and wanted the best from the customers. Important Many, most of them for the first time in Sanzibar, and everyone have different expectations of the new place. The pool is a child of its time but drove its cause. I had a balcony room with a large balcony that was nice to have a drink and watch the ocean and dust the pool outfit. My friend stayed in the bungalow in peace, Massage was in vogue for some reason, I don’t believe in anything other than Ethiopian massage in Africa. A nice place . from where you can go eating and swimming you can go to the adjacent Uroa Bay resort. Or a mini meal at that beach bamboo hut. Moonshine is a nice place.
MamadoOrtega (10/5): Peace of mind - Beautiful experience and very friendly staff Chouni at the deak was extremely helpful, Angi and Ussi were also awesome... the beach veiw was magnificent. Recommend for those looking to relax more than party! Easy roads to all towns in the island
kateryna_paris (10/5): Piece of Paradise - Hello, everyone! We stayed at Moonshine hotel Zanzibar for 3 weeks during Christmas and New year. I highly recommend this charming and breathtaking villa type hotel. That’s a real piece of paradise! During the whole stay we’ve travelled a lot through all the island and most of the other hotels looked industrial in comparison, crowded and unified type. In Moonshine you see a special touch and charm in everything. The coolest part is that the villas are on the first line to the ocean with a large white sand beach, and you sleep under the noise of waves. Also, the location in Uroa village is in the center of the island, 45 min - 1 hour by car of almost all attractions. Food is tailor made for you and fresh in their restaurant. We personally saw how the big fresh tuna just from the ocean was brought and we were able to taste a super fresh tartar. It was just Wow! The hotel organized interesting performance for New Year and Christmas. I was not expecting such an exciting entertainment that made me know better the culture and traditions of African people, their talents, warmth and openness. We highly appreciated the managers and all the team working in the hotel for their openness and professionalism. The car, excursions, taxis, go-outs, whenever you need advice, everything was organized fast like you have a personalized service. We got close to guys and the place even was too hard to leave it. So I’m giving the best mark and would be happy to come back again soon. Be sure you’ll pass your best time there! BR, Kateryna
momosann (4/5): - expérience décevante avec de nombreuses coupures d eau et d'électricité ainsi qu un gérant inexistant et malpolie point positif endroit calme piscine nul
Verified traveler (8/5): Relaxing Time - Beautiful little spot on a quiet stretch of beach. Room had a few general maintenance issues but otherwise clean & comfortable. We wanted to be right on the beach & that's what we got so our priorities were met. Staff all very friendly & genuinely wanted you to enjoy your stay. Excellent food at the restaurant. A nice little get-away for 4 nights.
Konstantin (2/5): Не советую! - Декабрь 2019. Отель запущен, все старое. То бочек в туалете сломается, то кондиционер гудит.Воду дают один раз, при заезде.Заезд возможен только с 10.00 утра,если раньше самолет,то будете сидеть часами.Завтраки слабые,однообразные,невкусные .Кофе растворимый самый дешёвый.Взымают сбор 4$с человека сутки,хотя при бронировании на всех сайтах написано что все налоги и сборы в цене. За эти деньги можно выбрать отель получше 400 метров вправо или лево .Персонал пытается всегда помочь.
Antonina (4/5): Декабрь 2019 - Жили там 10 дней в декабре 2019,номер стандарт на 3.Взымается дополнительный туристический налог 4$ с человека за ночь!о котором ни где не написано при брони.В других отелях 1$.Завтраки однообразные.Отель запущен,все ломается в использовании,вызывали мастера очень часто.Не рекомендую! Из плюсов: красивый берег, услужливость персонала.
Verified traveler (10/5): - Habitaciones limpias bjen trato del personal. Restaurante bastante lento. Primera linea de una playa tranquila
Verified traveler (6/5): - La struttura è tenuta benissimo, la nostra camera fronte mare veramente intima e con una vista stupenda sulla spiaggia di uroa. Il personale è stato gentile e premuroso, e qui finisce il positivo. Il primo giorno, arrivati al ristorante ci hanno consegnato il menù abbiamo scelto diversi piatti ma non avevano niente di quello elencato, allora ci siamo affidati a quello che avevano.... un piatto di patatine fritte. Abbiamo riprovato la sera, premetto il proprietario si era scusato del pranzo, e per la sera ci aveva promesso del buon pesce e così è stato. Il giorno seguente x colazione una tristezza: barattolo Nutella aperto e vasetto sporco idem la marmellata tre biscotti qualche dolcetto e fette di cocomero tagliate a fettine questo x i 3/4 gg successivi poi qualcosa è migliorato con una scelta di prodotti più ampia. X rinfrescarsi nel primo pomeriggio abbiamo provato a chiedere della frutta ( ananas o altro )ma avevano solo banane, e ci è stata portata una di quelle piccole locali divisa in 3 pz. Leggendo le recensioni precedenti abbiamo letto che la maggior parte delle persone ha avuto il solito problema, quindi non abbiamo fatto più nessuna richiesta e ci siamo rivolti altrove x mangiare. E con grande dispiacere abbiamo notato che i prezzi delle altre strutture erano molto più bassi e con una qualità maggiore. Consiglio: fatte pagare qualcosa in più ma presentate una colazione migliore ( utilizzate marmellate e cioccolate monodose).
Verified traveler (8/5): - The rooms were lovely, the resort was very relaxing and I always felt that me and my belongings were safe. The beach is perfect and it's nice that you can wander to a couple other bars and restaurants.
Rebecca (8/5): Lovely few days enjoying the beach in Urea - Our stay at Urea was what we expected from the reviews - the staff are very friendly and couldn’t have been better service. The price is reasonable for the services, our hut was close to the beach but breakfast is relatively limited and there is building work going on. However, for the price we paid, we had a great stay and could enjoy the other hotels along the same strip.
wolfgang (10/5): - great time, friendly staff, perfect holiday, nice view from hotel
Gift (6/5): - Generally the hotel services are good. We were just dissatisfied with the staff who made us shift to a different room of lower standard in preference to the other guest without prior communication.
Ann (2/5): Mangelfuld service m m - Udsigten fra hotellet var fantastisk og personalet i restaurenten var søde Men ellers var alt andet kritisabelt desværre. Morgenmaden var triviel og mangelfuld Vi blev tilbudt en grumset brun saft og måtte betale hvis vi ønskede appelsin juice .vi spurgte efter yoghurt det var desværre ikke muligt.Vores madrasser var så brugte at der var 2 uddybning fra at de var meget brugt og vi var nødsaget til at få massage flere gange under vores ophold for at fjerne ryg bakke smerter. Der var ikke nogen oplysning på værelset om sikkerhed eller hotellets fasiliteter og restaurent åbningstider samt bemanding af resorption ( stod iøvrigt igen steder )2gange om ugen var der intet strøm / vand eller wifi i ca 3 timer , så poolen kunne heller ikke bruges i dette tidsrum .dem i respetionen er det mest dovne personale vi nogensinde har oplevet . Alle de gange vi havde spørgsmål eller klager blev der aldrig fulgt op på dem så eller ingen kompensation Vi bookede e tur til nungwi for at se solnedgang og tage til et event via hotellet Driver kom 30 min for sent og var blevet fejl informeret om hvor vi skulle hen så han stoppede forkert sted og vi missede solnedgang og event startede kl 10 så det missede vi også Vi ventede 1 time på driver da vi skulle hjem han tankede op og gjorde private ting i Stonetown og krævede penge som vi havde fået oplyst af Tuma var betalt og blev presset til at betale via politi for at kunne nå vores fly Det er meget mere end oplyst her men stedet er max 2 ⭐️
Sylwester (6/5): Good location - Management and staff unfortunately is not attending Guests needs.Attention!In the morning during breakfast as Guest is allowed to have 2 eggs only!As per the Owner instruction.Wait Staff some needs to smile perhaps this why in the evening restaurant is empty besides the menu at the dinner is poor and prices very high.Many Folks used to go to another restaurant near the hotel.The good thing about this hotel is that location is great,peaceful and not filled with beach boys who bother you every 2 minutes in such places like for instance Nungwi.
toto (8/5): Hôtel à taille humaine - Très bon accueil, hôtel bien situé, chambre agréable, établissement à recommander.
Andreas (10/5): Sehr schöne Unterkunft direkt am Strand - Sehr freundliches Personal von der Rezeption, über die Tourorganisation bis hin zum sehr freundlichen Restaurantpersonal. Das Hotel ist direkt am Strand und die Aussicht hat ein Wow-Effekt. Im Umkreis ist nicht sonderlich viel, jedoch braucht man dies auch nicht. Ruhe, Essen und den herrlichen Strand hat man vor Ort
Andreas (10/5): Sehr schönes Hotel direkt am Strand - Sehr freundliches Personal von der Rezeption, über die Tourorganisation bis hin zum sehr freundlichen Restaurantpersonal. Das Hotel ist direkt am Strand und die Aussicht hat ein Wow-Effekt. Im Umkreis ist nicht sonderlich viel, jedoch braucht man dies auch nicht. Ruhe, Essen und den herrlichen Strand hat man vor Ort
Verified traveler (6/5): - Beautiful part of Zanzibar to relax, I would try the hotel in a year's time when some improvements on guest care and services have been made.
Jeff (10/5): Beautiful, comfy location - Had a great time here after a long trip around Tanzania.