Overview
Located just outside the town of Nungwi on the northern tip of the island, the Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort stands as a beacon of tranquillity. This all-inclusive resort welcomes guests with warm hospitality, luxurious decor and natural sun-drenche...
Located just outside the town of Nungwi on the northern tip of the island, the Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort stands as a beacon of tranquillity. This all-inclusive resort welcomes guests with warm hospitality, luxurious decor and natural sun-drenched surroundings. Enjoy an invigorating workout at the open-air gym, indulge in a plethora of soothing spa treatments, and choose between the 4 freeform swimming pools and the glistening Indian Ocean to cool off. With an abundance of daytime activities and evening entertainment, from beach volleyball to movie nights, guests will be captivated at every moment.
How far is the nearest beach?
Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort enjoys a beautiful beachfront location. It is also close to Nungwi Beach, one of the most spectacular beaches on the island.
Distance from resort centre
A selection of restaurants, bars, cafés and shops are just a short walk away from the hotel.
Distance from the airport
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is approximately 64km away from Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort.
Pools
Restaurant
Bar
Gym
Beach
Spa
Wifi
Facilities
- Free-form swimming pools
- Restaurants
- Bars
- Open-air gym
- Spa
- Jacuzzi
- Complimentary scuba diving lessons in pool
- Yoga and stretching
- Beach volleyball
- Water aerobics for all ages
- Water polo
- Table tennis
- Darts
- Pool table
- Live music
- Evening entertainment
- Movie night
- Free Wi-Fi
- Gift shop
- Doctor on call
- Wedding services
*Please note that charges may apply to some activities and for the use of some facilities.
All-inclusive
The Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort is an all-inclusive resort. The programme generally consists of breakfast, lunch and dinner, all buffet style, served in the main restaurant. During meals soft drinks, beer, water and wine are usually offered. Locally produced alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks like water, wine, soft drinks, beer and spirits are usually served throughout the day (except during meal times).
Please note that details, including times and benefits, may be subject to change without notice. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. You will be provided with full details of the all-inclusive programme on arrival at the hotel.
Dining
Spices
- International and Asian cuisine
- Serves breakfast (7am to 10am), lunch (12:30pm to 2:30pm) and dinner (7pm to 9:30pm), buffet style
- Once weekly Zanzibar-inspired dinner with outdoor BBQ, locally sourced ingredients and live band
The Cliff at Royal Zanzibar
- Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, à la carte style
- Overhangs Nungwi Beach
Private dinners and floating breakfasts are also available (local charge).
4.5
Google reviews (1558)
Johnny Sinner
We spent two weeks here. It was the worst vacation of my life and I travel very often. The room was dirty and smelly. Everything was damp. We had huge cockroaches running around our room every day. As far as food is concerned, it's also a big disaster. Little choice of food and the same thing over and over again. The staff is arrogant and slow. Never ever. Avoid this hotel if you can.That price absolutely does not correspond to the number of stars of this hotel 👎
Sweet Maama
I stayed at the Royal Zanzibar Hotel for 8 days. The hotel is beautiful and the staff were amazing. I met a gentleman named Alex who was one of the mangers at the hotel, he was a very nice man and really looked after me. When I had an issue he quickly rectified it and was always willing to listen and make any changes needed. I also met another gentleman Mohammed and he was very helpful .
The location is a little bit far from the Airport, however if you want peace and tranquility thats the place to go. You need to be aware that if you use a credit card for a purchase, you have to pay an additional 5% of the total amount and they only accept dollars when using your card. There's also an additional charge for room service even if you pay for an all inclusive package. You also have to stock your mini bar yourself. This means you have to go to the bar and get what you want to store in your fridge. Besides these little issues I had a wonderful time and would recommend it as once in a lifetime journey.
Brent Jason
Incredible resort. The staff are so wonderful and friendly. The physical property is gorgeous and very well maintained. The rooms are HUGE and stunning. The bathroom is amazing, huge soaker tub, rain type shower head, two sinks, light up mirror. Nice balcony. The beach is pure soft white sand and turquoise blue sea. I hope everyone can stay here in their life..
Pritam Neupane
we were a party of three. My wife and I and our six-year-old child. We found the staff pleasant, welcoming, very respectful and always helpful. Clean and pristinely maintained place. The locals in the beach offered all excursions right there ready for bargaining without having to go to town. Activities, bar, restaurants were excellent with very knowledgeable and friendly staff. Very good location of the cliff restaurant. They made accommodations for food for our child and for us.
Then we met one of the chief cooks who happened to be from Nepal. His name is Puran Thapa. We are originally from Nepal ourselves. He was more than happy to prepare any ethnic Nepali food we wanted. He made us the Nepali dumplings. We felt right at home. Friends/coworkers of Puran, especially Nitish, were equally helpful and respectful.
Nighttime events, barbecue were fantastic
They made check in and check out easy like a breeze. The reception area was grandkose by itself and we didn’t mind hanging out there while the staff did their work. We checked out late and they were very accommodating for us.
I highly recommend Royal Zanzibar for anyone traveling to Tanzania to chill some last days after Kilimanjaro climb and safari as we did.
Jp Kiambo
Good ambience, great service, spacious rooms. Has one of the best parts of Nungwi beach (white beach with crystal clear waters). All you need are sunny days to enjoy this marvelous place.
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