Pros (+) Food, beach, swimming pool , cleanliness of resort
Cons (-) Bar service slow , and to separate the smokers from non smoking.
5 stars
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar
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Overview
Sitting right on Nungwi Beach in Zanzibar, Tanzania is Riu Palace Zanzibar. The hotel is right on the edge of white sand and clear blue water. It’s an all-inclusive property that’s for adults only. For a romantic vacation with that special somebody, this paradise is the ideal location with accommodations that will deliver the trip guests dream about.
Guests can choose between junior suites, full suites, junior suites with garden views, full jacuzzi suites, or villas. Villas are the ultimate in luxurious vacation experiences. There are separate living spaces, two bathrooms, a hydromassage tub, satellite TV, an electric kettle, and a private pool with a terrace for lounging on. All guests will enjoy air conditioning, ceiling fans, minibars, robes and slippers, bidets, and free WiFi.
Riu Palace Zanzibar has different options for dining that are part of the all-inclusive feature of the hotel. There is a breakfast buffet that changes often. For lunch, guests will find a buffet, some live cooking stations, and a grill that’s out by the pool. Dinner can be found buffet-style at the main restaurant. A la carte options exist too, such as Krystal fusion restaurant, a steakhouse, and guests can book an intimate, private dinner out on the beach for a fee. A la carte options require reservations.
This hotel has tons to do from a beautiful outdoor pool with loungers to a full-service spa, and a fitness facility with classes to offer. There is also snorkeling on-site, as well as scuba diving. Guests can also take in any number of a variety of shows and other entertainments that the resort hosts.
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Amenities at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar
- Private beach
- Adults only
- Snorkelling
- Outdoor pool
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Room service
- Free Wi-Fi
Services and conveniences
- Business centre
- Wake-up service
- Entertainment staff
- Currency exchange on-site
- Hammam (Turkish bath)
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Room service
- Tour desk
- Key card access
- Express check-out
- 24-hour front desk
- Safety deposit box
- Bottle of water
Pool and spa
- Heated pool
- Spa
- Hot tub
- Outdoor pool
- Pool towels
- Pool with a view
- Private pool
- Spa and wellness centre
- Saltwater pool
- Massage
- Pool bar
- Sauna
Basics
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Fan
- Free toiletries
- Air-conditioned
- Free Wi-Fi
- Linens
- Towels
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Dustbins
- Conditioner
Bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Shower
- Shower cap
- Bathtub
- Bidet
- Spa bath
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
General
- Garden view
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Pool view
- Storage available
- Sea view
- Seating area
- Sofa
- Solarium
- Soundproofing
- Telephone
Things to do
- Gift shop
- Bicycle hire
- Canoeing
- Scuba diving
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Evening entertainment
- Beauty salon
- Water sport facilities (on site)
Dining
- Electric kettle
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Minibar
- Snack bar
- Tea/coffee maker
- Kettle
- Coffee machine
Outdoor
- Outdoor furniture
- Private beach
- Garden
- Terrace/Patio
- Beach towels
- Balcony
Accessibility and suitability
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking rooms available
- Disabled access
- Adults only
Bedroom
- Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
- Socket near the bed
- Alarm clock
- Sofa bed
- Wardrobe or closet
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Ironing service
- Laundry service
- Iron and ironing board
Media and entertainment
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable or satellite TV
- TV
Family friendly
- Babysitting or child care
- Complimentary breakfast
- Playground
Fitness
- Aerobics
- Fitness centre
- Tennis
Parking and transportation
- Free parking
- Airport shuttle
Workspace
- Laptop safe
- Desk
Health and safety
- Daily housekeeping
- Safe
Reviews of Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar
8.9
Very good
2218 verified ratings
Wonderful
1606
Very good
289
Good
140
Okay
73
Fair
36
Mediocre
29
Poor
45
Summary of reviews
Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's fantastic location, beautiful beach, and friendly service. The pool facilities were also a highlight, providing a great place to relax. However, there were mixed reviews regarding the food quality, with some guests finding it average or inconsistent. Cleanliness was generally praised, but a few guests noted issues upon arrival. Overall, the hotel offers a great experience with some areas for improvement.AI-generated from customer reviews
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Location
Nungwi Road, Nungwi
What's nearby
- Nungwi Beach2.7 km
- Mnarani Natural Aquarium3 km
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00 |
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Value for money | 8.6 |
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Distance to city centre | 2.5 km |
Nearest airport | Zanzibar Intl |
Distance to airport | 53.2 km |