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Reviews of Moonshine Uroa Boutique Hotel

., Uroa, Tanzania

#13 of 14 hotels in Uroa

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 151 hotel reviews

7.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.2

  • Comfort

    7.9

  • Location

    8.4

  • Facilities

    7.5

  • Staff

    8.4

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    7.8

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  • Reviewed: 27 August 2025

    9.0
    Take me back anytime 😊
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Limited menu and items not available, but their supplier hadn't delivered.

    The service from the staff and management was top notch. The view from our room, room service and the drinks. Enjoyed all the food and their freshly made juices.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2025

    8.0
    Great stay - fab beach!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was measured up eg English breakfast did not have bacon and baked beans was a spoonful / it may help to offer eg fruit when an item is missing.

    The staff are amazing - especially Shuna at the front office. We arrived early and she was welcoming, gave us a room and was generally brilliant. She made us feel very welcome. Loved the Sea front- the beach is exquisite - I loved the lounging chairs by the pool too,

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff was very friendly and I liked that it was close to the beach. Could actually hear the ocean whilst I was sleeping, which was nice. The owner was very helpful.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Bungalow with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Music was a little loud at times

    Location was fabulous. Wonderful staff. Great to relax and chill but not a party town.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2025

    8.0
    Very nice place with one major flaw
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Bungalow with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was one Saturday during my 5-day stay when a big group of tourists occupied the restaurant and the area around, playing very loud music all day. They didn’t care it caused discomfort to other guests (me) and didn’t turn down the music, even though asked several times. The staff - otherwise very nice - was totally unbothered, didn’t want to intervene (or didn’t think they should?). When the group left about 6pm, the music at the pool bar started, with bass so loud that the floor inside the bungalow vibrated. There was literally nowhere to hide from the noise. The staff refused to turn down the music even though there was NOBODY at the bar. Fortunately, as there was nobody, the party didn’t last very long (9.30? 10pm maybe?), but in a village that advertises itself as quiet fishermen village, this is unacceptable. I was particularly disappointed with the manager’s attitude who didn’t seem to care.

    I liked a lot of things in the hotel - first of all, it’s right on the absolutely divine beach which was almost empty for the entire time I was there. The bungalow on the beach was very nice (although the bathroom could be cleaner and refurbished a little). Staff friendly and food at the restaurant excellent (although the portions are small and one dish is definitely not enough for lunch or dinner).

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2025

    9.0
    Caring and comfortable experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Slightly bit let down by the breakfast not having many options but the staff were still accommodating fresh omelettes.

    Shunni and Donella created an amazing experience and were always available. The staff were sweet and supportive.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 14 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was noisy

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2025

    7.0
    Overall I'd recommend staying here it's beautiful good price drinks good breakfasts nice staff and away from tou
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cons - my water pressure was horrible it would only little bit shower and would stop mid shower I never brought it up until I left and I'm sure the staff would've fixed it I just didn't wanna bother them another con was I ordered a taxi and it showed up an hour later they compensated me for the time delay but as a solo female traveller bit unsafe as I got approached by many men in the airport

    Pros - right on the beach, beautiful pool and beach friendly staff beautiful rooms , breakfast included I loved my stay here I would recommend

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2025

    9.0
    Owners and staff where excellent, made everything a pleasure, enjoyed the peace and quiet of the area, no madness
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some of the items on the menu where unavailable

    Beach front location

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2025

    8.0
    Beautiful picturesque view from the cottage.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Bungalow with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved the sea view and the friendly helpful staff, especially at the bar. The food was not the best.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2025

    9.0
    It’s an ideal place to stay as a couple or a group too as there are hot!!!!! Events that are hosted on the property. I a
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The restaurant does require a lot of work food wise. If that is sorted, 5 stars from us. The breakfast was always lovely though but all the other meals need a lot of work!

    The location is ideal for a couples get away. There is a lovely private beach just a few meters from the property. Rooms were clean and worth every penny spent! The owner was great, always there to listen and resolve any problems. Kuddos to Paul for a lovely welcome !

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2025

    7.0
    Lovely facility, could do better by including tuckshop for snacks
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Bungalow with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's far from all popular Zanzibar activities, so transport costs are high

    Loved Their pool and friendly staff

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2025

    9.0
    My stay overall was amazing!! Very peaceful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Bungalow with Sea View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The air condition in the room could have been cooler.

    The area the hotel was located at. The breakfast that was included as well. The staff and owner were amazing and kind!!

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Triple Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They take Pole Pole very serious... Our tea took so long that we cancelled it. Both nights we stayed there , a drunken guy who entered the premises spoiled the atmosphere. Security should have interfered.

    The sea and the breeze. Beautiful garden. Coconut directly from the tree. Very price worthy next to very expensive places. No noise on premises

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 November 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Beach

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2024

    8.0
    You get alot for the money!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 9 nights

    Really good place for the money, location is perfect, pool was good, breakfast was good, could be better, but for sure good enough. Staff was really nice and helpfull. The rooms are pretty simple, but for sure they are good enough if you want a place where all the suroundings are perfect and the place is affordable.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A lot of chemicals in the swimming pool, the loud music from 3pm in the pool area was a bit a shame as the location is peaceful and beautiful.

    Super friendly staff, very pleasant outdoor area. The AC in our room didn’t work so they very nicely offered to change us room, really appreciate.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2024

    8.0
    Beautiful and tranquil
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Triple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The extra 5% they added to card charges.

    The location.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Triple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 11 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The boss and all the staff are very kind. They are very helpful. The food is pretty cheap and very good for that kind of price.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There wasn't a telephone in the room and no 24-hour reception service

    The live entertainment on Sunday was amazing. I believe that more has to be done by the owner to advertise it. I had the impression that I was having fun in South Africa. The tunes were so incredible that vsitors from nearby establishments came to take part in the live entertainment at this hotel. That says a lot.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2024

    9.0
    The owner of the hotel and the stuff are amazing and welcoming. I will definitely come back
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Quadruple Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    As someone who is veg a had good option

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2024

    8.0
    Beautiful boutique hotel right on the beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The one bathroom shower did not work. Seating inside the villa was not enough.

    The staff were very welcoming and are always happy to assist. The villa we stayed in was very clean, with daily housekeeping and comfortable beds. The hotel is right on the beach and had a clean swimming pool. There is plenty of seating everywhere such as next to the pool, near the bar and outside of rooms. The breakfast was filling and tasty.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location it was very far from the city

    The staff were really nice

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2024

    8.0
    Despite of the things mentioned above we loved it :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Villa with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    There was some weekness in the facilities. For an examble very few furnitures in the house.... the showers spayed water out in the room instead of on you and the kitchenette did really need a renovating. The food was ok in the restaurant, but we waited to long for it. Par examble . ordered at 19.00 and agreed of serving at 20. The pizzas came at 20. 20 and was cold and the rest was served at 20.45. Thats is not good enough. The hotel has great potential, especiually if the get " a hold" on the things mentioned

    Friendly host and personel - relaxed atmosphare - wonderfull location.

    Stayed in June 2024

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