Reef & Beach Resort

4.0 star property

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Exterior
A beach with rows of wooden lounge chairs and beige umbrellas, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
An outdoor dining area with turquoise chairs and white tables, overlooking the ocean.
A neatly made bed with patterned bedding, a decorative wall hanging, and a heart-shaped towel on the bed.
A balcony with a view of a pool and beach umbrellas, a wooden bench, and a thatched-roof structure.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Jambiani Beach, Jambiani
  • Place, Jambiani Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Makunduchi Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Kite Centre Zanzibar
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Bungalow, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 560 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View

  • 527 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 427 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Bungalow, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Villa

  • Ocean view
  • 818 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Garden Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 549 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Garden Swim-up

  • Garden view
  • 549 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Ocean Front Room

  • Ocean view
  • 549 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Ocean Front Swim-up

  • Ocean view
  • 549 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

BUNGALOW WITH DOUBLE BED

  • Sleeps 9

Bungalow garden view Double

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bungalow garden view

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Jambiani

Located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Makunduchi Beach, Reef & Beach Resort is within a 10-minute drive of Jambiani Beach. This 222-room, 4-star hotel welcomes business and leisure travelers with 3 outdoor pools, a private beach, and a full-service spa.

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Makunduchi Beach - 7 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 15 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Paje Beach - 16 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 17 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪BAHARI Pizza-Restaurant-Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Zanzistar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Coco Beach Hotel & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blue Reef Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zad-East - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Reef & Beach Resort

Reef & Beach Resort features a private beach, a full-service spa, and 3 outdoor pools. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 60 per vehicle one-way. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a children's pool, a gym, and a steam room.
Memory foam beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Balconies or patios, sitting areas, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a private beach, a steam room, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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
  • Snorkeling
  • 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 elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 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

More

  • 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 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 available
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 percent 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 75 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 12.5 per person, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number Z025293488

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

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

Can I book all-inclusive rates at Reef & Beach Resort?

Reef & Beach Resort has all inclusive rates that come with all meals included.

Is free cancellation available at Reef & Beach Resort?

Reef & Beach Resort provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do around Reef & Beach Resort?

This hotel is located in Jambiani, close to Jambiani Beach, Makunduchi Beach, and Kuza Cave. You'll also find Swahili Cave nearby.

Will I be able to park at Reef & Beach Resort?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa available at Reef & Beach Resort?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include body wraps, aromatherapy, massages, and mani/pedis.

Does Reef & Beach Resort feature a casino on the premises?

No, Reef & Beach Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Reef & Beach Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 3 outdoor pools.

Is Reef & Beach Resort good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a private beach, an ocean-view restaurant, and 3 outdoor pools.

Does Reef & Beach Resort have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does Reef & Beach Resort feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Reef & Beach Resort has 4 restaurants, and serves breakfast for a surcharge.

Will Reef & Beach Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Reef & Beach Resort.

Does Reef & Beach Resort have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Reef & Beach Resort?

The closest major airport to Reef & Beach Resort is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is about 26.3 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Reef & Beach Resort?

Yes, every guestroom at Reef & Beach Resort comes with a balcony/patio and some offer ocean and garden views.

Reef & Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 135 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mia Hjorth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hospitality of the staff was so amazing - so welcoming and positive. Excellent variety of food and just incredible surroundings!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very serene and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great out of the way hotel
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rasmus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good hotel for a quick getaway

Nice hotel to stay at for a couple of days with friends.
Verified

8/10 Good

30 Canadian Fem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome staff, amazing pool and comfortable!

We were so happy with the pool, the daily sports, the jetty bar, the Maasai tribal dances, massages, henna, big bed and clean quarters and the friendly staff!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful place

Thank you to the Reef and Beach Resort for a wonderful vacation. If you are looking for a quiet, rustic and beautiful place to travel, I highly suggest Zanzibar
Verified

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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)
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Udo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

varsha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best value for money

Best value for money
Verified

8/10 Good

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SANDRINE OLINDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
everything was good, except there was no fresh brewed coffee anywhere
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A little piece of paradise

The room was clean, comfortable and air conditioned and we liked the fact that all rooms were ocean view. The buffet offered a varied menu for all meals, with a very pleasant and attentive staff. The grounds and pool area were all well kept. The address was a little misleading to say it was in Jambiani Beach, because the location was actually on the other side nearly to the next town. We arrived very late and our taxi driver had to slow down to read each resort sign along the way. We finally stopped at another resort to ask directions. We would stay here again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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4/10 Poor

Tor Martin

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Reef & Beach Resort and had a mixed experience, with both positive highlights and some significant drawbacks. Upon arrival, we were assigned a ground-floor room located next to a building under renovation. This resulted in constant noise, construction dust, and workers moving back and forth outside the room throughout the day and evening. It was simply not acceptable as a place to stay, so we requested a room change. Unfortunately, this was not offered unless we agreed to pay for an upgrade. We chose to do so and were moved to a room with a private pool on the opposite side of the resort. While the upgraded room was quieter, it came with its own issue. The pool area was surrounded by flowering plants with heavy pollen, which discolored the water and even turned our swimwear yellow. Room cleaning was acceptable, but hygiene standards in the restaurants—and especially the bar—were concerning. After three days at the resort, both of us suffered from what appeared to be traveler’s stomach, which we believe may be linked to the cleanliness levels. The staff were generally friendly, but interactions felt somewhat impersonal, and it was difficult to build any real connection. Security at the resort was handled by Maasai guards, which in itself was reassuring, but they were also actively trying to sell excursions and other services. This created an uncomfortable mix of roles that did not feel appropriate. On the positive side, the location of the resort is truly idyllic.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Simon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amusing

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
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely amazing

I loved my stay here. We were booked bed and breakfast but upgraded to all inclusive for $30 a day each. The hotel was spotlessly clean. The staff were excellent in every way. The jetty bar was stunning and you could get down to the sea for a swim. Is two lots of steps from the bar. Meals are buffet style with live cooking available every meal and the well stocked bars do a range of cocktails in addition to other drinks. The swimming pool was very clean and in the afternoon the kirks red colobus monkeys came down to play. The beach is right next to the pool although the waves can be strong and I would recommend wearing coral shoes. The room was spacious with a/c and a lovely balcony to enjoy a drink in the evening. If you are there on a Monday or Friday the hotel run a complimentary village trip where you are taken by Abdul one of the animation team to a nearby village where you can visit a school, a local house and have the opportunity to buy exercise books and sweets for the local children. Abdul is an excellent guide and this trip was one of the highlights of our holiday. The manager Silvana was also great and very helpful in returning paintings t us that we left in the hotel. I would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aurore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CELINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Retour sur expérience

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 !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fabienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Unterkunft war sehr schön und die Mitarbeiter so freundlich und zuvorkommend, dass der Abschied umso schwerer fiel.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Minesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay with lovely service

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022