Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only features luxurious accommodations with private terraces offering Indian Ocean views. Facilities include an outdoor pool, private beach with watersports and a dove center. The spa provides massages and a steam bath. Each unit features air-conditioning. Some are set right on Nungwi Beach and have a private pool, hot tub and garden. Drinks are served at the beach bar and sunset terrace. Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only offers an all inclusive concept, where you can enjoy buffet breakfasts with show-cooking stations, there are two theme restaurants that serve exquisite dishes. And you can enjoy the best snacks and appetizers, in ours bars, also with fantastics cocktails. Indoor public areas feature chandeliers, free Wi-Fi throughout and regular entertainment. Kayaking, Stand up paddle surfing are included. Also you can enjoy activities and live shows and music. Set on Zanzibar’s north-west coast, Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only is 34 mi from Stone Town.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Free Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Fitness center

Solarium

Spa


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 queen bed
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
9.0
High score for Nungwi

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Frank
    Kenya Kenya
    This is an all-inclusive deal with a difference. They don't give you the cheapest food and drinks they can find. The food was excellent and the drinks were better than average
  • Yoav
    Israel Israel
    This is a luxury hotel, everything is exceptional. But it also depends on your room, there are rooms with a private pool, others are with a private hot tub in the garden. And there are very simple rooms. The food is good, the alcohol is good, and...
  • Lyudmyla
    Spain Spain
    We were very surprised after reading some reviews to get to this splendid well maintained hotel with excellent service. Highly recommend, really nothing to say.
  • C
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Buffet was amazing. Everyday the food was fantastic. Staff were lovely. Beach was nothing short of spectacular. Would seriously recommend this if you're looking for an all inclusive in Zanzibar
  • Rashad
    Israel Israel
    The place is simply paradise. The people are so polite, the beach is amazing and the nature was great. A very delicious food. We really super enjoyed, and so happy that we chose this place to be our first station in our honeymoon
  • Benjamin
    United States of America United States of America
    The resort was very clean and nice, the beach was beautiful, the food was exceptional, and the staff were all very friendly and helpful. Also, really nice that there were no kids or teens running around, it helped make the stay very peaceful....
  • Debra
    United States of America United States of America
    The staff were ultra friendly and accommodating. The facilities were clean and updated as were the rooms. We enjoyed the water sports provided as well. The meal options were plentiful and the food was lovely. We had the opportunity to eat at...
  • Mariana
    Canada Canada
    It was an amazing experience with an incredible staff. Specially the angel we encountered at the front desk. The food, the views and the ocean - incomparable. We thought Fiji was incredible but the Zanzibar beach at Rui Palace was even better!
  • Leslie
    Spain Spain
    The beach is amazing, the dinner in the Special restaurants was good and the buffet breakfast was so good
  • K
    Kumar
    United States of America United States of America
    The food and drinks were great! Staff was very friendly.

Area info

Restaurants
2 Restaurants On Site

  • Restaurante #1
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional
  • Krystal
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Resort facilities at Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Spa
  • Fitness center
  • 2 restaurants
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Aerobics
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Entertainment staff
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing

Living Area

  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Fruit
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking

Front Desk Services

  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Safe

General

  • Adults only
  • Air conditioning
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Soundproof
  • Laptop safe
  • Fan
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Saltwater pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Spa

  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness
  • Massage chair
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Beauty services
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Turkish/Steam Bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
  • Solarium
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Swahili

House rules
Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardCash is not accepted

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only

  • The nearest beach is 500 feet from Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only has 2 restaurants:

    • Krystal
    • Restaurante #1
  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only on this page.

  • Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Turkish/Steam Bath
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Canoeing
    • Evening entertainment
    • Beachfront
    • Solarium
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Beauty services
    • Beach
    • Fitness classes
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Steam room
    • Swimming pool
    • Entertainment staff
    • Live music/Performance
    • Spa facilities
    • Aerobics
    • Massage chair
    • Private beach area
    • Fitness
  • Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only is 1.6 miles from the center of Nungwi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only include:

    • Suite
    • Villa
  • Check-in at Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Guests staying at Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.