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A beautifully designed resort with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, set in 20 acres of paradise on the North Shores of exotic Zanzibar.
Summary of reviewsThe Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort is a paradise-like hotel with an incredibly beautiful location right on the beach, providing a picture-perfect view. Guests adore the hotel's stunning location and calm ocean without big waves. The breakfast receives rave reviews from happy guests who enjoy the wide selection that changes daily, including healthy and delicious choices. The dinner offers a variety of dining options with some guests finding the dinner at the main restaurant to be of mediocre quality, while others were impressed with the wide variety of meals that were very well presented and tasty. The rooms are spacious and immaculately cleaned with stylish decor and breathtaking views of the turquoise ocean from their balcony. The hotel promises a high-quality experience with a focus on cleanliness and attention to detail and guests praised the immaculately clean rooms, swimming pool and hygienic external environment. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful, always smiling, polite and willing to help in any way they can. The pools are clean and beautifully designed with guests enjoying drinks and food while lounging by the pool. Overall, the Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort comes highly recommended as an all-inclusive five-star hotel, exceeding expectations with exceptional service and facilities. Show more
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Resort with Gym
Α fitness center as well as table tennis, pool table, darts and beach volleyball are available to guests.
Exercise machine(s) - Multi exercise station(s) - Special-purpose exercise device(s) - etc. Number: 1
Training bench(es) - Dumbbell sets - Barbell sets - Kettlebells - etc.
Cost for using the gym:Free for guests
Gym opening hours:06:00 - 18:00
Do you organise fitness classes?Yes, for free for guests
Is personal training offered?No
Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify? The gym is open air with a thatch roof, there is no air conditioning or fan but it does have a beautiful view! Our fitness classes are with the animation team at locations around the resort. They do not take place in the gym.
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Please suggest which room type a family with one child should choose and where the child will sleep: Superior or Superior Deluxe rooms with 2 queen beds or one King bed with a rollaway bed.
Please suggest which room type a family with two children should choose and where the children will sleep: Superior or Superior Deluxe rooms with 2 queen beds.
Please suggest which room type a family with three children should choose and where the children will sleep: Our rooms offer a maximum occupancy of 3 adults and one child, with a couple and three children, guests would need to book 2 rooms.
Please suggest which room type a family with one baby should choose and mention if baby cots are provided and the cost: Superior or Superior Deluxe rooms and yes, we provide baby cots on request at no additional cost.
Please suggest which room type a family with one child and one baby should choose and mention if baby cots are provided and the cost: Superior or Superior Deluxe with two queen beds and a baby cot.
Please suggest which room type a family with two babies should choose and mention if baby cots are provided and the cost: We would not place two cots in a room.
Baby cot details:Max age:1 year Cost: Free
Can the baby cot be placed in the same room with the parents?Yes
Can the baby cot be placed next to the parents' bed?Yes
Is there a kids' club?Yes Age from:2 - Age to:12
Do you offer babysitting/child services?No
Additional amenities for children:
Games room
Kid-friendly buffet
Kid meals
Children television networks
Swimming pool suitable for children
Table tennis
Kids entertainment by animateurs
Art related activities for kids
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To whom is your hotel/accommodation accessible? People who use a wheelchair People who are deaf People who are blind People with autism People with asthma
Is there level-access route (might include lifts) from the road to the rooms?Yes, to certain rooms Please specify: ground floor only
Are there any facilities that guests who use a wheelchair cannot reach?Yes Please specify: The public beach, the top of the beach bar and three of the four swimming pools.
Are there designated parking spaces for people with disabilities?No
Are assistance/guide dogs allowed in the hotel/accommodation?No
In the rooms, is there a level-access (roll-in) shower?Yes, in certain rooms Please specify: Ground floor, 1 room
In the rooms, does the toilet have support handrails?No
Are wheelchairs offered to guests who do not come with their own?Νο
Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify? While we have had a number of guests in wheelchairs stay with us and enjoy their vacation, while most areas are naturally accessible, our toilets are not. The guest must be able to stand, walk three or four steps on a level surface and turn around. They will need to be able to stand without the assistance of grab bars and walk the three or four steps to return to the wheelchair. This is in both public and private toilets throughout the resort.
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Superior RoomThis double room's standout feature is the pool with a view. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 1 bed.
Superior Deluxe RoomThe spacious double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 1 bed.
Ocean SuiteThis suite features a balcony and air conditioning.
Superior Twin RoomThe pool with a view is a top feature of this twin room. The spacious twin room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 2 beds.
Superior Deluxe Twin RoomThis twin room features a balcony and tile/marble floor.
Presidential SuiteThis spacious suite includes 2 living rooms, 1 separate bedroom and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. In the well-fitted kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit has 2 beds.
Guest Reviews
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Location
The Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort is a paradise-like hotel with an incredibly beautiful location. Situated right on the beach, guests can enjoy amazing sea and beach views from both the pool and their rooms. The hotel is in a good location, easily accessible and situated in a quiet area. Guests rave about the stunning location, which provides a picture-perfect view. The resort's beach almost does not effect from tide and is at the southern end of the beautiful beach of Nungwi. With direct access to the gorgeous sand beach, it's a perfect location for a relaxing vacation. Guests can almost always walk along the beach in both directions due to the hotel's location on the border of Nungwi and Kendwa. The hotel's location with respect to the beach is incredible with a calm ocean without big waves. Overall, guests adore the hotel's beautiful location and view.
Breakfast
The breakfast at the Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort receives rave reviews from happy guests who enjoy the wide selection that changes daily. Guests appreciate the variety of different types of food offered, including salads, desserts and fruits with some describing it as an amazing breakfast buffet. The breakfast options also include healthy and delicious choices with a wide variety of well-presented meals. While some guests found the restaurant menu to be limited, the majority found the food to be tasty and varied. There were some negative reviews with a few guests noting that the breakfasts were repetitive or not very varied. However, overall, guests were impressed with the range of cuisines on offer with dishes such as pork, pizza and Asian delicacies surprising some visitors in a traditionally Muslim country.
Dinner
The Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort offers a variety of dining options for its guests. While some reviewers found the dinner at the main restaurant to be of mediocre quality with a limited menu, others were impressed with the wide variety of meals that were very well presented and tasty. Guests can also enjoy Italian and local cuisine as well as several theme nights. The breakfast and dinner buffet offers a wide selection with live cooking stations, though some reviewers noted that there could be more choices for lunch. Those looking for a more intimate dining experience can head to the a la carte restaurant perched on a cliff above the beach which serves good food. Overall, while some guests felt that the quality and diversity of the food could have been better for the price, many others found the dining options to be super varied and delicious.
Rooms
The Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort boasts some fantastic rooms and guests have praised the spacious and immaculately cleaned accommodations. The decor is stylish and comfortable and many rooms offer breathtaking views of the turquoise ocean from their balcony. However, some guests have noted issues with broken amenities such as televisions and toilets and recommend that rooms be checked before check-in. Overall, the rooms are comfortable and stylish with some amazing ocean view suites and upgrades available. While some rooms are in need of renovation, the hotel maintains a clean and hygienic external appearance. With lovely pools and dreamy rooms, the Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort is a great choice for your next vacation.
Cleanliness
The Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort promises a high-quality experience with a focus on cleanliness and attention to detail. Guests praised the immaculately clean rooms, swimming pool and hygienic external environment. The hotel's well-maintained grounds and beautiful beach were also appreciated. Although some guests mentioned small plastic bottles for toiletries, others suggested investing in refillable options and water filtration systems. Despite some minor issues with room cleaning, the majority of guests were satisfied with the hotel's overall cleanliness, spacious rooms and excellent food.
Staff
If you're looking for a hotel with incredibly friendly and helpful staff, then the Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort is the place for you. From the reception to the bar and restaurant teams, the staff are simply amazing. They're always smiling, polite and willing to help in any way they can. Special mentions go to Molly, Coco, Anna, Epapa and Mr. Muru who all went above and beyond to make guests' stays memorable. Even the security team consisting of the Masai tribe were kind and friendly. The hotel's restaurant manager and operations manager also did their best to ensure guests had a great stay. The bar and restaurant teams, including the executive chef and his team, provided food and wait service that was second to none. The pool was great, the beach was lovely and the staff made everything even better with their warm and attentive service. Many guests also commented on the overall pleasantness and kindness of the staff, making it clear that they truly love serving their customers.
Pool
The Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort boasts multiple outdoor pools, including a large infinity pool with a stunning view of the ocean. Guests have praised the pools for being clean and beautifully designed with some referring to them as "incredible" and "awesome." The pool bar also received positive reviews with guests enjoying drinks and food while lounging by the pool. Families with children have the option of a separate children's pool. Additionally, the resort offers the use of its SPA and Panda pools. Overall, guests have had a relaxed time at the beautiful pools and have complimented the resort's great location and facilities.
5 Star
The Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort comes highly recommended as an all-inclusive five-star hotel. Guests have described the resort as pure bliss, exceptional and offering excellent value for money. Although some guests do question if the hotel deserves its five-star rating, overall, the resort exceeds expectations with exceptional service and facilities.
Yes, Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Infinity Pool, Children's Pool, Panoramic View Pool, Outdoor Pool. For more information, read the answers to the Pool questionnaire
Yes, a spa is available at Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort. For more information, read the answers to the Spa questionnaire
No, Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort.
Yes, Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort has a gym. For more information, read the answers to the Gym questionnaire