Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar

5 stars
Wed 24/9
-
Thu 25/9
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
€277
/Cheapest rate per night
Room Type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
€277
King room
€341
Standard Room
€553
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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.

8.9
Very good rating
Based on 2,330 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar

Wed 24/9
Thu 25/9
Superior room
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€572
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
€622
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
€656
nightly with fees
King room
1 king bed
€341
nightly with fees
Standard Room
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€553
nightly with fees
Double room
1 twin bed
€277
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Amenities at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar

  • Private beach
  • Snorkelling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker

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

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

Accessibility and suitability

  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms available

Fitness

  • Aerobics
  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle

Workspace

  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Playground

Reviews of Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar

8.9
Very good
2330 verified ratings
Wonderful
1687
Very good
302
Good
144
Okay
78
Fair
40
Mediocre
30
Poor
50

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests enjoyed the delicious food and beautiful beach, but many were disappointed with the service and cleanliness. The hotel staff was described as friendly, but issues with room entry and restaurant reservations were common. Overall, while the location and amenities were appreciated, guests felt that the hotel did not fully meet the expectations of a five-star experience.
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Location8 out of 10
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8.0
Very good
JOHAN, Jun 2019
Pros (+) Food, beach, swimming pool , cleanliness of resort
Cons (-) Bar service slow , and to separate the smokers from non smoking.

Location

Nungwi Road, Nungwi

What's nearby

  • Nungwi Beach2.7 km
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium3 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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September
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€479
Cheapest month to stay with an average 24% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 24% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in September and July.
  • The cheapest price a room at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was €343, while the most expensive was €343.
  • How long should you stay at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 8 days.

FAQs when booking at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar

  • Where is Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar located?

    Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar is located at Nungwi Road, 2.5 km from the centre of Nungwi. Nungwi Beach is the closest landmark to Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar.

  • Does Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar offer free parking?

    Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar offers free parking.

  • How far is Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar from the airport?

    Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar is 53.2 km from Zanzibar Intl. Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar is 76.6 km from Tanga.

  • Does Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar have a pool?

    Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar in Nungwi and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.5
2.5 km
Zanzibar Intl
53.2 km

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