Mbweni Ruins & Gardens Previously Jungle Paradise - Zanzibar
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Overview
Beachfront hotel with private beach access, set among historic ruins in Zanzibar
Private Beach & Outdoor Pool
Mbweni Ruins & Gardens (formerly Jungle Paradise) offers a private beach area with sun loungers and beach umbrellas. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool with ocean views, surrounded by lush gardens and sun terraces. Guests can use complimentary pool/beach towels and enjoy direct access to the beachfront.
Wellness & Spa Services
The on-site spa and wellness centre provides a full menu of body treatments, including body scrubs, facials, and couples massage. Guests can book spa/wellness packages that include use of spa facilities and a relaxation area. Additional services such as manicure, pedicure, waxing, and yoga classes are available.
Dining & Evening Entertainment
The family-friendly restaurant serves international cuisine with vegetarian and vegan options, plus a buffet and à la carte menu at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Evening entertainment features live music performances and themed dinner nights, including a Traditional Swahili Cuisine Night organized with the local Msonge Organic Family Farm. The bar offers a snack bar, special diet menus, and free fruits for guests.
Location & Airport Transfers
Mbweni Ruins & Gardens is located 3 km from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, offering a complimentary airport shuttle service for guests. The hotel is a short drive from Stone Town attractions such as the Peace Memorial Museum (7 km) and the Old Fort of Zanzibar (8 km). Car hire and a tour desk are available for exploring the island.
Activities & Cultural Experiences
The hotel organizes walking tours and classes about local culture, as well as movie nights projected inside the historic ruins. Guests can enjoy happy hour, temporary art galleries, and public transport tickets arranged by the concierge. The beachfront property also offers BBQ facilities, a picnic area, and a shared lounge/TV area.
- Private beach: Sun loungers, umbrellas, and direct beach access
- Spa: Couples massage, body scrubs, facials, and yoga classes
- Dining: International cuisine with vegetarian and vegan options
- Evening entertainment: Live music, themed dinner nights, movie nights in ruins
- Location: 3 km from airport, 7 km from Peace Memorial Museum
- Transfers: Complimentary airport shuttle service
Facilities
Main facilities
Off-site car park
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Paid airport shuttle
Outdoor swimming pool
Pedicure
Manicure
Facial
Body scrub
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Yoga class
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
Room view
- Ocean view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Essential information about Mbweni Ruins & Gardens Previously Jungle Paradise
| 💵 Lowest room price | 12021 INR |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 5.0 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 3.0 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Kisauni, ZNZ |
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