Hotel RIU Palace Zanzibar
LOCATION
There is no better way to enjoy your holiday than at the Hotel RIU Palace Zanzibar, which is located on Nungwi Beach, a stunning white-sand beach with turquoise waters that will make you feel like you’re in paradise.
It is an all-inclusive resort that offers you the opportunity to experience the luxury of an all-inclusive holiday with the exclusive services of RIU Hotels & Resorts in Zanzibar, Tanzania.
From November 2022 Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar will be an adults only resort.
There are a number of features that make the rooms at this hotel in Zanzibar stand out for their design and size.
The rooms in the hotel are equipped with all of the standard amenities as well as some special features.
Furthermore, the resort also has villas with private pools that are available for those who want a stay that is as luxurious as possible.
There are three pools to choose from at the Riu Palace Zanzibar, where you can enjoy a refreshing dip, relax in a lounge chair under the sun, or go to the beach and enjoy the private area for hotel guests at the hotel.
In terms of gastronomy, you have the main restaurant where you can have buffet breakfasts with show-cooking stations, and three themed restaurants that offer exquisite dishes, and all of these can be found in the hotel.
In addition, if you want to taste the best snacks and appetisers, the staff in the bars of this all-inclusive resort in Zanzibar will be more than happy to assist you.
At this all-inclusive resort on Zanzibar, you will be guaranteed a memorable holiday filled with fun and relaxation.
As part of the resort’s entertainment programme, you will be able to participate in activities, see live shows, and listen to music.
There is also a spa at this hotel in Zanzibar that offers a relaxation pool, hydromassage zone, steam bath, as well as all the best services and treatments you can imagine so that you can go home from your holiday totally rejuvenated.
In addition, the hotel offers a gym for guests who want to practice their favourite sports, as well as water sports such as kayaking and diving for those who prefer to stay active.
TRAVEL PACKAGES
Hotel RIU Palace Zanzibar Package Specials that is currently on offer for people traveling from South Africa.
ACCOMMODATION
All the Suites / Villas at Hotel RIU Palace Zanzibar are notable for their design and spaciousness and offer guest the following.
All the guest rooms have:
- Bathroom with shower
- Hairdryer
- Special make-up mirror
- Bathrobe
- Telephone
- Free WiFi
- Central air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Satellite TV
- Minibar
- Electric kettle for coffee and tea
- In-room safe
- Balcony or terrace
Jr. Suite courtyard view
The junior suites have everything you need to make your stay a unique experience.
Unique room features:
- 34 m2
- One king-size bed (180×200 cm)
- A sofa in the lounge area
- Most affordable rooms
Junior Suite
The Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar offers you its Junior Suites for an unforgettable stay.
Unique room features:
- 45-m2
- A queen-size bed (180×200 cm)
- A sofa in the lounge area.
Suite
These rooms are equipped with the best amenities.
Unique room features:
- 51-m2
- A queen-size bed (200×200 cm)
- A sofa or sofa-bed in the lounge area
Superior Ocean Suite
The suites at the Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar are specially designed to offer you everything you need during your stay.
Unique room features:
- 60 m2
- A double bed
- A sofa bed in the lounge area
- A dressing room
- Sea view
Suite Jacuzzi
If you want to enjoy a stay with maximum relaxation, the Jacuzzi Suites at the Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar are perfect for you.
Unique room features:
- 90-m2
- A queen-size bed (200×200 cm)
- A sofa bed in the lounge area
- Lounge chairs and umbrellas on the private terrace.
Beach Villa
The Villas at the Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar guarantee you a stay with every luxury.
Unique room features:
- 90 m2
- A king-size bed (200×200 cm)
- A sofa-bed in the lounge area
- A hydromassage bathtub
- A private swimming pool with lounge chairs on the terrace.
Villa
The exclusive villas at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar are perfect for those who want to enjoy luxury in every detail on their holidays.
Unique room features:
- 125 m2
- One king-size bed (200×200 cm)
- A sofa in the living room
- A dressing room
- In addition, on the terrace you will find a private pool and sun loungers where you can relax.
- This is the resort’s most coveted room.
GUEST FACILITIES
As part of the resort’s entertainment programme, you will be able to participate in activities, see live shows, and listen to music.
There is also a spa at this hotel in Zanzibar that offers a relaxation pool, hydromassage zone, steam bath, as well as all the best services and treatments you can imagine so that you can go home from your holiday totally rejuvenated.
In addition, the hotel offers a gym for guests who want to practice their favourite sports, as well as water sports such as kayaking and diving for those who prefer to stay active.
Sporting activities:
- Gym
- RiuFit, group fitness activities
- Stand up paddle surfing (SUP), pedaloes and kayaking
- Scuba diving and scuba diving school
- Assorted water sports facilities available nearby
- Steam bath and whirlpool bath
Entertainment programme:
- Daytime entertainment programme for adults
- Live music or shows in the evenings
FOOD AND BEVERAGES SERVICE FACILITIES
In terms of gastronomy, you have the main restaurant where you can have buffet breakfasts with show-cooking stations, and three themed restaurants that offer exquisite dishes, and all of these can be found in the hotel.
In addition, if you want to taste the best snacks and appetisers, the staff in the bars of this all-inclusive resort in Zanzibar will be more than happy to assist you.
Breakfast:
Varied buffet with live cooking stations, fruits, juices and Cava.
Lunch:
Hot and cold buffet, live cooking stations and assorted desserts.
“Pepe’s Food” grill
Dinner
At the main restaurant:
Buffets and live cooking stations
Special evenings: themed buffet twice a week
Optional dinner à la carte
Krystal Fusion restaurant
Steakhouse
Fish restaurant
Romantic open air dinner
Guest of RIU Palace can also dine at Riu Jambo
Asian restaurant
Kulinarium Gourmet restaurant (à la carte, over the sea)
Italian restaurant (à la carte, over the sea)
Snacks also available 24 hours a day.
Beverages:
Selected local and imported beverages 24 hours a day.
Premium branded drinks throughout hotel
Regularly restocked minibar in rooms
Specialty wine list also available
TOURS AND EXCURSIONS
To be booked through local providers
- Taxi service to Stone Town
- Snorkelling and diving trips to Mnemba Marine Park
- Big game fishing
- Spice tours
- Safaris to Tanzania
USEFUL INFORMATION
Unit of currency: Tanzania Schillings (Tsh)
Language: Kiswahili is the national language.
English is widely spoken
Clothing: Casual clothes during the daytime and informal dress in the evening. Topless sunbathing is prohibited by Tanzania Law.
Weather: July till September very low levels of rainfall and average temperatures around 25°C. From October till December generally humid with short rains and temperatures rising into the 30s.
From May till June rainy season
SIMILAR ZANZIBAR RESORTS
In addition to showing interest in Hotel RIU Palace Zanzibar, we would highly recommend that you also take a look at one of the following Zanzibar beach resorts that we highly recommend.
Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa Zanzibar, Gold Zanzibar Beach House and Spa, Hotel RIU Palace Zanzibar, TUI Blue Bahari Zanzibar and Emerald Zanzibar Resort and Spa