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Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

Property class: 5 and above

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A beach with clear turquoise water, a boat in the distance, and several beach umbrellas and lounge chairs.
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An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious bedroom with a canopy bed, a sitting area with a chair and table, and a view of greenery outside.
A landscaped garden with pathways leading to a building with arches and a large tree.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Nungwi Road, Nungwi
  • Place, Kendwa Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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A spacious bedroom with a canopy bed, a sitting area with a chair and table, and a view of greenery outside.

Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1346 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

Junior Suite ( B2C-CA)

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

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Suite (B2C-CA)

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

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A bedroom with a bed, a canopy, and a view of the ocean.

Villa, Private Pool (Beach B2C-CA)

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

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A four-poster canopy bed with a matching bench, a red ottoman, and a blue area rug.

Suite, Hot Tub (Jacuzzi B2C-CA)

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

View all photos for Junior Suite, Courtyard View ( B2C-CA)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

Junior Suite, Courtyard View ( B2C-CA)

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

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A modern bedroom with a canopy bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Superior Suite, Ocean View ( B2C-CA)

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

View all photos for Villa ( B2C-CA)

A spacious bedroom with a canopy bed, a sitting area with a chair and table, and a view of greenery outside.

Villa ( B2C-CA)

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

View all photos for Junior Suite ( B2C-US)

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

Junior Suite ( B2C-US)

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

View all photos for Suite (B2C-US)

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Suite (B2C-US)

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

View all photos for Villa, Private Pool (Beach B2C-US)

A bedroom with a bed, a canopy, and a view of the ocean.

Villa, Private Pool (Beach B2C-US)

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

View all photos for Suite, Hot Tub (Jacuzzi B2C-US)

A four-poster canopy bed with a matching bench, a red ottoman, and a blue area rug.

Suite, Hot Tub (Jacuzzi B2C-US)

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

View all photos for Junior Suite, Courtyard View ( B2C-US)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

Junior Suite, Courtyard View ( B2C-US)

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

View all photos for Superior Suite, Ocean View ( B2C-US)

A modern bedroom with a canopy bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Superior Suite, Ocean View ( B2C-US)

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

View all photos for Villa ( B2C-US)

A spacious bedroom with a canopy bed, a sitting area with a chair and table, and a view of greenery outside.

Villa ( B2C-US)

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

View all photos for Junior Suite

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Suite

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Villa, Private Pool (Beach)

A bedroom with a bed, a canopy, and a view of the ocean.

Villa, Private Pool (Beach)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Hot Tub (Jacuzzi)

A four-poster canopy bed with a matching bench, a red ottoman, and a blue area rug.

Suite, Hot Tub (Jacuzzi)

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

View all photos for Junior Suite, Courtyard View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

Junior Suite, Courtyard View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Suite, Ocean View

A modern bedroom with a canopy bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Superior Suite, Ocean View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite (Small Private Pool on Terrace)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a dining area.

Junior Suite (Small Private Pool on Terrace)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Sea View

A hotel room with two beds, a seating area, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Junior Suite, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Villa, Private Pool

A bedroom with a bed, a canopy, and a view of the ocean.

Villa, Private Pool

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

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About the neighborhood

Nungwi

When you stay at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive in Nungwi, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Kendwa Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Nungwi Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Muyuni Beach - 39 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 53 min drive - 20.3 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tam Tam Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Kendwa Rocks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Promenade Main Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Che Bar Zanzibar - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

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.

4 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a 24-hour health club and a sauna.

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

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 100 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 4 outdoor pools, a 24-hour health club, and a sauna.
For lunch or dinner, stop by Main - Promenade, a restaurant that specializes in international cuisine. You can also grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at the beach bar, the poolside bar, or one of 4 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Main - Promenade - This buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Fusion - Krystal - This theme restaurant specializes in Fusion cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Beef Steak House - This theme restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Mediterranean - ia - This theme restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Grill - Pepe's Food - This buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch only. Open daily.

Property amenities

Restaurants on site

  • Beef Steak House
  • Fusion - Krystal
  • Grill - Pepe's Food
  • Main - Promenade
  • Mediterranean - ia

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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: USD 5.00 per person, per night

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 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 some solar energy; some water is reused through 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
Property Registration Number 106-905-312

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Property is also known as

Hideaway Nungwi
Hideaway Nungwi Resort
Nungwi Hideaway
Nungwi Hideaway Resort
Nungwi Resort
Hideaway Of Nungwi Resort & Spa Zanzibar
Riu Palace Zanzibar All Inclusive Adults Resort Nungwi
Riu Palace Zanzibar All Inclusive Adults Resort
Riu Palace Zanzibar All Inclusive Adults
Riu Zanzibar Inclusive Adults
Riu Palace Zanzibar All Inclusive Adults All-inclusive property
Riu Palace Zanzibar All Inclusive Adults Nungwi
Riu Palace Zanzibar All Inclusive Adults
Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only Nungwi
Riu Palace Zanzibar All Inclusive Adults Only
Hideaway of Nungwi Resort Spa
Riu Zanzibar Inclusive Adults
Riu Zanzibar Inclusive Nungwi
Riu Palace Zanzibar All Inclusive
Riu Palace Zanzibar All Inclusive Adults Only

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 579 out of 771 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 771 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 771 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 771 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 771 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Amazing resort staff so friendly our room with plunge pool was amazing the location overlooking the sea was perfect
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
BEST PLACE EVER
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is amazing. It's beautiful, and the food, pool, beach, and activities are all incredible. But the best part is the people. The staff is so kind and friendly, always ready to help. I've never experienced hospitality like this before.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, nice staff, beautiful gardens
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful place and the most friendly staff I`ve ever met. Thanks RIU Palace, we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All the staff was very Nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Excellent food and service. Huge resort and nice water views. More activities would be nice but all in all, good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All meals, breakfast, lunch and dinner had extensive selection for all tastes and needs. All excellently, prepared fresh and delicious. We were fortunate to have an upgrade to a large 61m ocean view suite which was extremely comfortable. All staff were extremely helpful and with big smiles. First time we have stayed at this chain of resorts and best we have experienced.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The atmosphere was relaxing and enjoyable from the moment we arrived. The beach and the ocean were absolutely stunning, with crystal-clear water and breathtaking views. The staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and always eager to help, which made our stay even more enjoyable. The food was also very good, especially by Zanzibar standards. We found the meals to be flavorful and well-prepared, with a nice variety of options throughout our stay. Overall, we had a very pleasant experience and would happily recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Zanzibar.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful and clean hotel ! Great staff, great location ! The manager Khamis was so kind and helpful especially when we ran into flight trouble and needed to extend our stay at the last minute! I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Everything was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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I can’t wait to go back
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The rooms were clean, the staff were so kind and welcoming and the food was fantastic. We wound up extending our stay for a couple extra nights due to flight cancellations and reception, specifically Khasim, were so gracious and accomodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Exceptional service and responsiveness; Khadijah at the front desk in the Riu Class section took care of us for the whole week. We enjoyed all of the select restaurants, and even ventured to Stone Town. It was my wife’s birthday present, and boy was she overjoyed. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Everything was outstanding from the food to the hospitality! Beach was beautiful!! Plenty of fun for the adventurous people and plenty of activities for the people who wish to stay at the hotel. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a pleasant stay here. We do highly recommend and will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Property is a hidden gem. Originally when I booked, this was adult only however it changed to family right before i arrived. I didnt like that but i will say it was big enough that the kids who were there weren’t a nuisance. Staff exceptional! Thanks to them all!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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I will highly recommend this location
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The best resort I ever stayed in . Very nice staff , excellent food , very clean room . The best is the staff
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and efficient staff providing excellent and responsive service. The property is beautiful with amazing ocean views and beautiful sandy beach readily accessible! Room was lovely- air conditioned, quiet and clean, with great water pressure in the shower, fully stocked mini bar. Full suite of amenities- including water sports, gym, spa, several bars, restaurants and swimming pools, and great night-time entertainment. We really had an exceptional experience- highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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All of the staff were so friendly and helpful. In addition, the food was excellent. We chose to eat at the Promenade buffet for every meal because it was so good and there were so many choices. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Out of all the Riu hotels this was our favorite. Amazing location and views from the room. The staff was really friendly and helpful. Only the bed was a bit firm for my taste, but the staff got us an extra mattress which made it better. They are really serviceminded. Would love to return some time!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great place for vacation
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible resorts and the staff were amazing
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025