Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

5.0 star property
5-star beachfront property near Nungwi Beach

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3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Restaurant
Reception
Aerial view
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Nungwi Road, Nungwi
  • Kendwa Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Nungwi Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite ( B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Villa ( B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite ( B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite, Hot Tub (Jacuzzi B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Villa, Private Pool (Beach B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, Ocean View ( B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite, Courtyard View ( B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Suite, Ocean View ( B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Villa ( B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Villa, Private Pool (Beach B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Suite, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite, Courtyard View ( B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite, Hot Tub (Jacuzzi B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Suite, Ocean View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite, Courtyard View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite, Hot Tub (Jacuzzi)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Villa, Private Pool (Beach)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite (Small Private Pool on Terrace)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Courtyard View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Villa, Private Pool (Beach)

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

Suite, Hot Tub (Jacuzzi)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 969 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Villa

  • 1346 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 549 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 Nungwi property. Nungwi Natural Aquarium and Mnarani Natural Aquarium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Kendwa Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Nungwi Beach - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Muyuni Beach - 36 min drive - 13.9 miles

Getting around

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

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

5-star beachfront property near Nungwi Beach
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive 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 Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive 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
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive 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 hot tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 provided

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 at the property
For any questions, 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 Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

Children and extra beds

  • Children 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 smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
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 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. 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.
  • 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 Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive to the airport?

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

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

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

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

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

Does Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive offer free breakfast?

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

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

No, there is no casino at this property.

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

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

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

This property offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive have a pool?

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive features 3 outdoor pools.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive have a spa?

This property has a spa, which features body scrubs, hydrotherapy, and body treatments.

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

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

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 497 out of 673 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 673 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 673 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 673 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 673 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

Yosef

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will be back.
Stayed 15 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is excellent, it’s worth every penny
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very impressed with the quality of the food at this hotel. The staff were also very helpful, we would be happy to return there again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Cottrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magaly D

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a perfect place in every way
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystsina, CHULA VISTA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Magnifique !

Emplacement et plages magnifiques. Le personnel est abondant, présent et le service est généralement excellent. La nourriture est variée et délicieuse. Je recommande la suite junior « 134 » qui est confortable, spacieuse et parfaitement située près de la piscine principale, du gym et des restaurants. Cette suite possède une vue sur les jardins luxuriants, une vue partielle sur l’océan et sur les couchers de soleil magnifiques. L’entretien ménager est irréprochable. Dans les petites choses à améliorer, outre la décoration des chambres qui selon moi manque un peu de sobriété, le séchoir à cheveux est de qualité médiocre et les équipements de musculation à la salle de sport sont désuets et incomplets. Également, le contenu du mini bar était sans intérêt pour moi (Coke-Sprite-Fanta-bière). J’ai demandé de l’eau pétillante et on ne me l’a jamais apporté. Bref, pas grand chose à redire et aucun irritant majeur vécu à l’hôtel. Dans un autre ordre d’idée, mon seul regret dans ce voyage est d’avoir loué un véhicule pour 10 jours en pensant explorer l’île par moi-même. Les routes et les véhicules de location sont en mauvais état, la police arrête les touristes pour obtenir de l’argent et la circulation sur l’île est chaotique. En outre, il faut obtenir un permis de conduire tanzanien ce qui s’est avéré compliqué pour moi lors de la prise en charge du véhicule à l’aéroport. À éviter.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Krystal

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
There was a lot of bugs in my room from the rain , i found a small roach in bed which’s made me very uncomfortable after , then it took very long for the carts to come get me one morning i even Missed breakfast because i waited 30mins the staff was very nice and welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystsina, CHULA VISTA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Other hotel is the best!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Edgar

Service and facility is good but have to increase the number of carts that drive people around .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

bibi

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and service. Food was very good as well, with the caveat that the buffet was not always available (some nights were a la carte only). Limited entertainment, but it was enjoyable when there was some. I would choose this hotel again regardless of those two things, overall it was a wonderful experience
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matteo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really a paradise!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was overly friendly, very accommodating and kind. I really enjoyed the staff there. The amenities were great. The performances were awesome. Jambo was also a nice get away. I love the access to both resorts.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mia, BALTIMORE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great experience! Everyone at this hotel was super nice and attentive. The food options were good as well. If you like to party, this is not the resort for you. There are not a lot of options for that at all. There is a sister property though that does have a nightlife. Overall I had a good time.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Stanley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotels.com worst experience over the years

I was disappointed that we had to pay more money to upgrade to actually get what we thought we booked on Hoyels.com site. The hotel staff reckon categorisation from hotels.com that they may have used for us is not actually what they booked with them. I paid additional money to ocean blue. Room I originally booked was supposed to have a bedroom and a separate living area but we got an open plan which was not suitable. My worst experience with hotels.com over the years I have used them. Dinner in ai and a second restaurant which is not the main one was really poor for the two nights. Staff were friendly and helpful and other amenities were top notch.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

anne Patricia, Nr Stone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yovan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff… very helpful and genuine… everyone was extraordinary and food was out of this world… not easy to cook such a variety of food in that quantity and on daily base… but the chef was very creative and everything tasted good… only staff at the reception was under par… everyone else did a terrific job
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accommodation, everything in walking distance. Beautiful beach below the restaurant. Food excellent.Had a problem with the air con but was upgraded. Hotel uses European electric sockets, not Tanzanian sockets. Can get adaptors from Reception. But bring European adaptors.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024