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Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar
5 stars

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar

Nungwi Road, Nungwi, Tanzania
Nungwi, Tanzania
See location+255 758 818 282
From
C$ 167
Cheapest

rate per night

8.9
Great
based on 2113 reviews
2,113 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Classic room
C$ 167
King room
C$ 399
Double room
C$ 448

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About Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar

  • Resort Room
    Enjoy the many amenities of the resort
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi, Breakfast, and Parking for free

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.

Latest deals for Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar

Thu 17/10
Fri 18/10
Superior Room
bed type unknown
C$ 712
per night
bed type unknown
C$ 728
per night
bed type unknown
C$ 753
per night
King room
1 king bed
C$ 399
per night
Classic room
bed type unknown
C$ 167
per night
Double room
bed type unknown
C$ 448
per night
Standard Room
bed type unknown
C$ 545
per night
bed type unknown
C$ 895
per night
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar

  • Private beach
  • Adults only
  • Water sport facilities (on site)
  • Snorkeling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service

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
  • 24hr 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
  • Trash cans
  • 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 rental
  • Canoeing
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • 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

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8.9
Very goodBased on 2,113 verified guest reviews

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8.0 Very good
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

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar

Low season

September

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 612

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 651
Cheapest month to stay with an average 24% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 23% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar

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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 October.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 626, while the most expensive was C$ 626.
  • How long should you stay at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 5 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 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM 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 52.7 km from Zanzibar Kisauni. Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar is 77 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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Good to know

Value for money

8.5

Distance to downtown

2.5 km

Nearest Airport

Zanzibar Kisauni

Distance to airport

53.2 km