Everything, the room was big, the bed was huge, the views were incredible, staff super friendly and attentive, the food was like Michelin star.

Sometimes we felt the laid back staff were a little slow mainly when making cocktails. It wasn’t a big issue but the only thing I could fault.

Super service, friendliness, good food, good facilities...

The beach at low tide isn't amazing, but you already knew that because on that side of the island of Zanzibar it's like that everywhere.

The service provided from Hasan, Jamal, Emanuel,Musa, the whole kitchen and housekeeping staff was exceptionally good! It really is like heaven on earth and a paradise for your soul. You are far away from big tourist spots and therefore you are able to experience a unique stay. The food is amazing and they try to fulfill every wish you have. All in all this is a place where you can recharge your batteries habe the best time of your life!

Nothing

Friendly & cool staffs. We really can’t forget the memories with our friends Jimmy, Musa, Omar & Hassan. Miss them already! All the food was amazing. Special thanks to the chefs. We’ve enjoyed the snorkeling as well. The resort was kinda blocked from the outside so it gave us a feeling of complete rest. And we liked all the details of facilities.

Leaving there

We had a memorable stay.The Jua retreat staff is hospitable. The chef and the rest of the kitchen crew made the best meals! The room was spacious, private with a natural fence with beautiful flowers,the bed was huge! The view is incredible.We really felt relaxed and cared for.

Jua is not an ordinary, though charming resort. It is more and far better described as an amazing experience for your senses! The views, the position, the sounds, the food, the ladies and gentlemen who take good care of all your needs! Everything is just wonderful and a true immersion in nature! The ultimate barefoot luxury experience with fabulous food, excellent service and the feeling of being on a deserted island!! Jua and its people will remain in our hearts and a piece of our hearts will remain at Jua!! Thanks for a great holiday!

Payment of extra activities is a bit weird and should be smoothed in order to have a more relaxing check-out.

We loved everything! The villa and its view, the great staff, the food,…

There is nothing we didn’t like.

The villas are very spacious and has everything you will need and more for a comfortable stay. We never had any issue at all. We loved that it is very traditional and open yet still offers high level of privacy. I was a bit worried about the open bathroom initially, but this was a non-issue. The bed was the biggest bed we’ve ever seen but also very cozy and comfortable. We loved the small pool in the villa terrace and the beds/loungers just outside the villa where you can just laze the day away or just stargaze at night. The villas were also cleaned daily and there is also a turndown service at night. The staff were very helpful and friendly - not in an intrusive way but in a very discreet, polite manner. The big common pool was also amazing, we spent a lot of time here to just chill and enjoy. The beach/sea was also fantastic - it’s not really a beach where you get a wide sandy beach - but in that way it is unique - we loved both when it’s high and low tide and the transition in between. When it’s high tide, the views from the villas or from the restaurant is amazing and the sounds of the waves are soothing, but when it’s low tide then you can go for a walk, see birds, and just explore that stretch of the coastline. In between the high tide and low tide when the water is not too high and just starting to recede, you can just sit by the sea and enjoy the views which are magnificent. Food as well is amazing. We were not served anything that we did not like and the portions were big enough. The all inclusive package was well worth the price - you get any food or drink you wish for, anywhere in the property (or even outside as we went for a tour very early morning and requested for our breakfast to be packed and the staff very happily obliged) and at any time of day. There is a lounge area in the restaurant hut where it is also very nice to relax and drink wine and read a book.

Nothing we did not like but just more of a comment on food - it would be amazing to incorporate more of the local food in the daily menus. During our 4 nights stay, there was only 1 night that was “Swahili night”, and being the Swahili night we were excited to try the local food and we thought it would be more special or there will be more preparation in some way to showcase the local food, however we were served an underwhelming sharing platter. On all other days and nights the food was amazing especially the salads. Not much seafood options also although being in an island you would expect that seafood would be the superstar of the menu.

We had a nice stay at Jua Retreat. The staff was great, the food delicious, the location is quite unique. If you’re a nature lover you’ll most probably enjoy your time there. It’s a very peaceful environment.

The location is very remote, about 2h drive from the airport and there is about 10 mins drive before arriving with no road and it can be a bit of a bumpy ride. Also quite difficult to travel around on your own if you want to - you’ll definitely need a taxi for pick up. We were a bit unfortunate during our stay as there was construction at a neighboring hotel and it lasted a whole night until early morning. The noise was even worse because the rooms do not have any windows so we couldn’t sleep at all on our first night. However, the hotel owner and the staff were helpful and apologetic the next - they even compensated us for this.

Staff - Hassan, Musa, Emmanuel & Jamal were amazing hosts. Always made our stay there very comfortable with lovely stories. They tought my partner Swahili which was quite funny. They are very helpful already ready to help when called upon, and honored all of our wishes. Mr.Hassan organized a few surprises for me together with my partner which were executed to perfection! Food - The food at Jua is amazing, very exquisitely presented and served professionally. The menu is simple and not too crowded making it easy to make decisions on meals. They serve a proper 3 course meal at dinner and we literally loved and tried every single item on the menu the days we were there. Even their cutlery is elaborate and cute. Views - FANTASTIC. Location - Jua is not a busy hotel, it's very very intimate and offers access to a mostly private beach with very few tourists activities. Which is great if you want a true private retreat experience. Thanks for the lovely stay! Definitely recommend and will be coming back soon!

Everything. The staff is the best

Very tranquill retreat, you can feal very private. Phantastic staff, every wish was filled. Delicious food, big portions, fine cocktails, good beer and wine. No mosquitos! Beatiful garden, very good private plunge pool, but the big pool and the sea are fine as well.

The pressure of the water in the dush could be stronger

Fantastic spacious rooms complimented by incredible service and food. Utterly relaxing atmosphere with such an intimate location. The staff are relaxed and incredibly helpful. The beds and the rooms are enormous.

The water pressure for the shower could be temperamental. It's a by-product of the eco approach the resort takes so it is a very small price to pay and it's definitely overlooked in light of the rest of the resort's comforts.

We liked everything. Peaceful, private retreat with beautiful garden, all necessary facilities. Staff exceptionally wellcoming and professional. That were the days spent in paradise.

To leave it

massive beds, amazing staff, all inclusive

it’s all pretty amazing, hard to fault it.

Everything! Staff was amazing. They set up excursions for us when we asked and catered to our needs. They cleaned our room twice a day. Food was delicious and plentiful. Views and amenities were beautiful and comfortable.

Everything!! Very polite and friendly staff, very clean with a los of small details to make the holidays perfect. The villas are amazing, perfect place for relaxing. Very good and tasty food. Really nice beach.

They didn't accept card at the hotel (eventough the website says they accept), but with the help of the staff we managed to pay the taxi and leave the tips by card. Thanks for the help.

Stuff is very friendly, Wi-Fi is everywhere, nice place to enjoy a peace. Nice food, but Zanzibar taste is missing, very European kitchen.

Every night a garbage was burned in the next village, smell is horrible.

From the first second we arrived everything was absolutely perfect! Very nice and friendly staff (whoever we met), cozy room with a nice pool, delicious food - this is really a place where dreams become true.

This place is absolutely amazing!! My husband and I stayed here for 5 nights as the final part of our honeymoon. I was excited to come having read some fantastic reviews but it was better than we could have expected. Jua is utterly stunning; the villas are spacious, beautiful and private. There is such an atmosphere of relaxation and tranquillity through the whole place. The staff particularly are exceptional - thank you to Hassan, and to Musa, Emanuel and Jamal who made us feel like absolutely nothing was any trouble. We came down for each meal to find the table laid in a different place, usually by candlelight and right next to the ocean. Room service via Whatsapp was also such a fab idea! Huge thank you to Lillian and her excellent massages and to the housekeeping team who were fantastic. And finally, to the whole team in the kitchen who produced the most incredible food throughout our stay. Every single meal was fabulous!! We would highly recommend Jua and would absolutely love to return at some point.

Nothing, it was perfect! Just to note the beach is not hugely suited to swimming - you do need shoes and the tides are strong. But you can walk for miles when the tide is out, and paddle in shallow waters when it comes in. A few comments about the bad road leading up to the hotel - do not let this put you off. It is bumpy for maximum 5 minutes and significantly better than other unpaved roads!

Privacy - there are only 4 villas available

Could be more vegetarian options on the menu

Everything!

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Everything! The Room was perfect with an Amazing view, peaceful, relaxing, and so nice. The meals were really excellent! But above all of this, we want to say a Big thank you to the whole team: Hassan, Emmanuel, Moussa and Jamal, they are the soul of this place, they will do everything to make you feel in the best place ever.

Nothing, it was amazing

A resort that’s absolutely amazing. Located in quiet area with tranquil beach walks on the doorstep. Superb spacious villas constructed from local materials, naturally cooled, at one with nature. The staff are super discreet and cannot do enough for you.

The thing I didn’t like is that I had leave!