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Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only

5.0 star property
5-star beachfront property near Nungwi Beach

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3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
View from room
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Restaurant
Reception
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Restaurant

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Nungwi Road, Nungwi
  • Popular LocationKendwa Beach13 min walk
  • Popular LocationNungwi Beach5 min drive
  • Popular LocationMnarani Natural Aquarium6 min drive
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)89 min drive

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite (B2C-CA)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite ( B2C-CA)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Villa ( B2C-CA)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite ( B2C-US)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, Hot Tub (Jacuzzi B2C-CA)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Villa, Private Pool (Beach B2C-CA)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Suite, Ocean View ( B2C-CA)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite, Courtyard View ( B2C-CA)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Suite, Ocean View ( B2C-US)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Villa ( B2C-US)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Villa, Private Pool (Beach B2C-US)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite (B2C-US)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Suite, Ocean View

  • 646 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite, Courtyard View ( B2C-US)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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View from room

Suite, Hot Tub (Jacuzzi B2C-US)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite, Courtyard View

  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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View from room

Villa, Private Pool (Beach)

  • 969 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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View from room

Suite, Hot Tub (Jacuzzi)

  • 969 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Villa

  • 1346 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite

  • 549 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Nungwi

On the beach.You'll find Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach within 2 miles (3 km) of this property. Nungwi Natural Aquarium and Mnarani Natural Aquarium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Kendwa Beach - 13 min walk
  • Nungwi Beach - 5 min drive
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 5 min drive
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 6 min drive
  • Mnemba Island - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • Promenade Main Restaurant - 6 min walk
  • M&J Cafe - 5 min drive
  • Ginger Bar - 5 min walk
  • Nungwi Inn - 5 min drive
  • Mangi's Bar - 5 min drive

About this property

Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only

5-star beachfront property near Nungwi Beach
Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only is an all-inclusive property. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. At Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only you can cool off in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is available daily. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This Art Deco property also offers a steam room, a fitness center, and a garden. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Nungwi property.

  • 1 floor
  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2012
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar
Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

This Nungwi property provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a spa tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Travelife, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests, including adults, children, and babies, must be included when making the booking to be shown the right rooms and rates. All guests not included will be charged at the hotel, during check-in time. Virtual credit cards or prepayments will not be accepted.
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Barclaycard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU).

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the property before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only to the airport?

Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only is 40.5 mi (90-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only.

How close is Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only to the beach?

This property is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only offer free breakfast?

Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only?

No, there is no casino at this property.

What time is check-in at Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only?

This property offers free self parking.

Does Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only have a pool?

Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only features 3 outdoor pools.

Does Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only have a spa?

This property has a spa, which features massages, facials, and hydrotherapy.

How close is Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only to downtown Nungwi?

Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only is 1.6 mi away from Nungwi.

Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 410 out of 560 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 560 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 560 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 560 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 560 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Taniya, chicago

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a guy name Allen that helped us and he was soooo professional!! He helped make our stay enjoyable.. This is by far one of the best resorts i've ever stayed in.. I'm not a buffet food eater however the buffet food was amazingly good.. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Houston

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay here. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. We got our room upgraded and it was beautiful. We were also celebrating a birthday while there, and the staff went above and beyond. The beach the gorgeous. Food was amazing everywhere. I would recommend the property to everyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Prelina

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Oriana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

10/10 Excellent

kensony

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Karolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

NATHALIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nothing
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2023