Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort

North Coast Nungwi, Nungwi, Tanzania – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.2/10! <small>(score from <b>245</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
245 reviews

The location is excellent. The staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good - the entire experience was relaxing , welcoming and comfortable

Azhar South Africa
a buffet line with many different types of food at Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort in Nungwi
a room with a bed and a table and a desk at Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort in Nungwi
a lobby of a resort with a large circular fountain at Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort in Nungwi
a woman standing in front of a counter in a restaurant at Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort in Nungwi
+25 photos

Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort

Lock in a great price for Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort - rated 8.4 by recent guests.

to get started.

Lock in a great price for Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort - rated 8.4 by recent guests. to get started.

Experience world-class service at Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort

Located directly on a white sandy beach with a coral reef, Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort offers tropical gardens with 4 outdoor pools and water-sports facilities. Guests can also relax with a massage at the Spa. The Resort features modern-Zanzibar design and all rooms have a large bed surrounded by a mosquito net and a large balcony. The private bathrooms contain a bath and shower and are stocked with free toiletries. Each of the 2 restaurants serves a variety of cuisine, ranging from an international breakfast at Spices to fresh, local seafood at Samaki. Coco Bar provides light meals and beverages during the day. There is a games room with darts and table tennis, or guests can work out at the gym. Situated on the north coast of Zanzibar, Royal Beach Resort is a 60-minute drive away from Stone Town and 60 km away from the Zanzibar International Airport.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Show me more
Most popular facilities
  • 4 swimming pools
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Fitness centre

Fishing

Games room

Saved to 9447 lists

Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

—
Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 double beds
2 double beds
Bedroom :
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.4
Select topics to read reviews:

See what guests loved the most:

  • Azhar
    South Africa South Africa
    “The location is excellent. The staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good - the entire experience was relaxing , welcoming and comfortable”
  • B
    Bathe
    Uganda Uganda
    “All inclusive was the best option and the ocean suite had a very good view ✨”
  • A
    Assad
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Excellent service and beautiful place. Highly recommend trying the private beach dinner as we were blown away by the food and set up. Overall and amazing vacation and can't wait to visit again!”

Property surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Spices
    • Cuisine
      African • American • British • Indian • Italian • Mediterranean • Pizza • Local • Asian • International • European • South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • The Cliff
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch
    • Ambiance
      Traditional

Resort facilities of Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • 4 swimming pools
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Aerobics
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Kids' club
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Entertainment staff
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Billiards
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Trouser press
      Additional charge
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Business centre
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Car hire
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Wheelchair accessible
    4 swimming pools
    Pool 1 - outdoorFree!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sun umbrellas
    Pool 2 - outdoorFree!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Pool bar
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sun umbrellas
    Pool 3 - outdoorFree!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Infinity pool
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sun umbrellas
    Pool 4 - outdoorFree!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Infinity pool
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sun umbrellas
    Wellness
    • Kids' pool
    • Fitness classes
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Spa facilities
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa and wellness centre
      Additional charge
    • Fitness centre
    Languages spoken
    • German
    • English
    • Spanish
    • Italian
    • Swahili

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 00:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    From 00:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free
    3 - 12 years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$90 per child, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa Cash Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    - Please note that traveller's cheques are not accepted in Zanzibar

    We would like to inform you that starting on 1st JULY 2023 all guests will be charged a new “INFRASTRUCTURE TAX” imposed by the Zanzibar Revenue Board (ZRB).

    The amount for all guests will be USD 5 per person per day and must be collected on arrival at check-in or on Departure. The tax is applicable to both adults and children.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Yes, Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Room options at Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort include:

      • Double
      • Suite
      • Twin

    • The prices at Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
      • Fitness centre
      • Massage
      • Billiards
      • Games room
      • Snorkelling
      • Table tennis
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Darts
      • Kids' club
      • Evening entertainment
      • Beachfront
      • Spa/wellness packages
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Spa facilities
      • Walking tours
      • Fitness classes
      • Aerobics
      • Fitness
      • Water sport facilities on site
      • Entertainment staff
      • Live music/performance
      • Yoga classes
      • Themed dinner nights
      • Beach
      • Live sport events (broadcast)
      • Swimming Pool

    • The nearest beach is just 350 yards from Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort has 2 restaurants:

      • Spices
      • The Cliff

    • Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort is 0.9 miles from the centre of Nungwi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.