Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

Property class: 5 and above

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Located close to Kendwa Beach, Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive provides a free breakfast buffet, a swim-up bar, and a beach bar. Treat yourself to a body scrub, hydrotherapy, or a massage at the onsite spa. At the 5 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Fitness classes are offered at the 24-hour health club; other things to do include kayaking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a poolside bar and concerts and live shows.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • 125 sq m
  • 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

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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

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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 ( B2C-CA)

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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-US)

  • 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-US)

  • 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-US)

  • 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-US)

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

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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

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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-US)

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

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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 ( B2C-US)

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

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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

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

Suite

  • Sea view
  • 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)

  • Ocean view
  • 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)

  • 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

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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

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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

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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

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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

About the neighborhood

Located in Nungwi, Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive is in the entertainment district and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach. Baraka Natural Aquarium and Zanzibar Kilosa's Conservation are also worth visiting. With scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Nungwi travel guide
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Map
Nungwi Road, Nungwi

What's nearby

  • A calm sea at sunset with a boat and a pier on the right.
    Kendwa Beach
    17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • A beach with wooden chairs and tables, a rope barrier, and several boats on turquoise water.
    Nungwi Beach
    5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • A sandy beach with three wooden boats and lush green vegetation.
    Muyuni Beach
    39 min drive - 23.4 km
  • A boat on a calm sea at sunset with clouds in the sky.
    Kiwengwa Beach
    53 min drive - 32.7 km
  • Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium
    6 min drive - 4.5 km

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

  • Property highlights
  • Located close to Kendwa Beach, Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive provides a free breakfast buffet, a swim-up bar, and a beach bar. Indulge in a body scrub, hydrotherapy, and a massage at the onsite spa. At the 5 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Fitness classes are offered at the 24-hour health club; other things to do include kayaking. In addition to a poolside bar and concerts and live shows, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • 4 outdoor pools along with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a swim-up bar
    • Free self parking
    • An electric car charging station, a water dispenser, and beach towels
    • Tour/ticket assistance, beach umbrellas, and concierge services
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 100 individually furnished rooms feature perks such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
    • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and electric kettles

All inclusive details

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

Land activities

  • Fitness facilities

Lessons/classes/games

    • Aerobics
    • Language
    • Water fitness

Entertainment

  • Onsite live performances

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Ecostars. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive have a pool?

Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools.

Is Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive?

Check-out is at noon.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. All food and beverages are included, and activities include aerobics classes, language classes, water fitness classes, and more.

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Reviews

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 581 out of 773 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 773 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 773 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 773 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 773 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely first class holiday and resort. Food was exceptionally good, both in the a La Carte restaurants and the buffet, grounds were immaculate, staff were friendly and warm. The pool areas and raised beach were fabulous. If you had a question or needed help with something, dial 9 and reception staff sorted it without ever needing to leave your room. Without doubt one of our best holidays ever and we will be going back next year without a doubt. The only note of caution would relate to disabled or elderly clients, the resort is well advertised as large and sprawling and dotted around a hillside, so walking about for some might be difficult. We loved with Island and would rate this holiday overall as a 10/10!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2026
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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

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All the staff was very Nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Incredible resorts and the staff were amazing
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent Hotel, nice Staff, we will come back
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful meals and staffs.. best beach in zanzibar..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

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The wifi was utterly terrible and kept disconnecting. Also, there was no response regarding if pickups were available so I had to call and email 3 different places. You would think for 5 star booking pickup would be included. Also, they forgot to give me wristband so had to go all the way back to front desk to get one which was extremely frustrating. Everything else was wonderful, from food to room and staff I had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very impressed with the quality of the food at this hotel. The staff were also very helpful, we would be happy to return there again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a great experience 👍 food was good alot of variety 😋 staff very friendly loved my stay ❤️ 💕
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent stay! Beautiful property and the friendliest staff! I hope to visit again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024