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Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is $434
$331 nightly
$434 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15

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Nungwi Road, North Cost Zanzibar, Nungwi, Unguja North Region
  • Place, Kendwa Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Free minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite

  • Garden view
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Room, Partial Sea View (Lateral)

  • Partial sea view
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Double Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Beach/ocean view

Junior Suite, Sea View (Elite)

  • Sea view
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Sea View (Elite | Swim Up)

  • Sea view
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite (B2C)

  • Garden view
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Partial Sea View (Lateral (B2C-US))

  • Partial sea view
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Beach/ocean view

Junior Suite, Sea View (B2C)

  • Sea view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Beach/ocean view

Junior Suite, Sea View (Elite (B2C-US))

  • Sea view
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Sea View (Elite | Swim Up (B2C-US))

  • Sea view
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Partial Sea View (Lateral (B2C-CA))

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Beach/ocean view

Junior Suite, Sea View (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Beach/ocean view

Junior Suite, Sea View (Elite (B2C-CA))

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Sea View (Elite | Swim Up (B2C-CA))

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Nungwi

With a stay at Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only in Nungwi, you'll be on the beach, a 3-minute walk from Kendwa Beach and a 4-minute drive from Nungwi Beach. .This all-inclusive hotel is 23.2 mi (37.3 km) from Kiwengwa Beach and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Simba Padel.

What's nearby

  • Kendwa Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nungwi Beach - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Muyuni Beach - 37 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 51 min drive - 20.1 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tam Tam Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Kendwa Rocks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kulinarium - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Promenade Main Restaurant - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only offers 505 air-conditioned accommodations with free minibar items and safes. Televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.
Make yourself at home in one of the 505 air-conditioned rooms featuring free minibar items. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and electric kettles.
Dip into one of the 3 outdoor pools or enjoy other recreational amenities including a health club and karaoke. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a hair salon.
Grab a bite to eat at Main Buffet - Karibu, one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 7 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the swim-up bar or one of the 7 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. Limited parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Main Buffet - Karibu - Onsite buffet restaurant.
Gourmet Krystal - Onsite theme restaurant. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Steakhouse - Onsite theme restaurant. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Mediterranean - Helios - Onsite theme restaurant. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Italian - Duomo - Onsite theme restaurant. Reservations are required. Open select days.

All inclusive details

This hotel is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
In-room liquor dispensers

Activities and facilities/equipment

All onsite activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Kayaking
Snorkeling

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 7 bars/lounges
  • 7 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A swim-up bar

Restaurants on site

  • Gourmet Krystal
  • Italian - Duomo
  • Main Buffet - Karibu
  • Mediterranean - Helios
  • Steakhouse

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Canoeing
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Karaoke
  • Kayaking
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 7 floors
  • Built in 2026
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: TZS 13003.15 per person, per night
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.00 percent will be charged

We have included 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 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

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

ANNET

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place i liked it
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Camilo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel staff amenities food. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Ngozi

Excellent amenities, welcoming ambiance and very polite staff. I loved every bit of my stay. It was well worth it!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chambre impeccable personnel adorable
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Maciej

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, spotless
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night, but really enjoyed it and wish we had more nights here. It recently opened so the areas are in good condition and nice lounge areas with amazing view. The beds were comfortable. We only got to try the «buffet» for lunch which was quite nice. Not that many guests for now which I liked.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel in a beautiful location. Food staff service and amenities were perfect . Only complaint total lack of a business center, not even a laptop to use in case of emergency. For 5 stars hotel ( Riu chain ) this needs to be improved.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Séjour incroyable dans cet hôtel ! Tout était parfait du début à la fin. Le personnel est extrêmement accueillant, professionnel et toujours disponible pour aider. La nourriture était délicieuse, variée et de très grande qualité. Les chambres ainsi que les espaces communs étaient impeccables, avec une propreté irréprochable. On se sent vraiment bien dans cet hôtel, l’ambiance est agréable et tout est pensé pour que les clients passent un séjour parfait. Je recommande cet hôtel à 100 % et j’y reviendrai avec grand plaisir
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
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4/10 Poor

Sigbjørn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ikke som forventa. De har flere spisersteder innpå hotellet men veldig liten meny å lite tilvalg. Tok og opp til 1 time før maten kom. Å var ikke som visst på bilde. Kjedelig mat å dårlig renhold mye støv på gulv.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Tout était parfait! Le service, la qualité des prestations, l’accueil et la gentillesse du personnel. La cuisine était particulièrement bonne, riche et variée. Un très large choix au buffet et surtout qualitatif. Une vue imprenable sur une belle plage avec de belles piscines et beaucoup d’espaces pour les bars et autres endroits detente. La salle de sport est bien aussi.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfecte hotel voor ontspanning alles was top van kamer tot persoon!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angelo

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pierluigi

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lissania

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elliot

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026