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Hotel Riu Jambo

Nungwi, Zanzibar

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Location

This hotel is situated off the beaten track approximately 2 km from the centre of Nungwi. The nearest airport is Zanzibar (ZNZ), 60 km.

Facility

The complex was built recently, in 2022. The hotel has a lift and features 461 rooms. English-speaking staff at the reception desk in the lobby are happy to answer any questions. A baggage storage service, a childcare service, medical assistance, a laundry service, a conference room and a smoking area are available. Wireless internet access (no extra charge) allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. The grounds of the complex feature a playground and a lovely garden. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area.

Rooms

Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and a fan. Guests can relax and enjoy the sea views from the balcony or private terrace of some rooms. Rooms have a double bed, a queen-size bed, a king-size bed or a sofa bed. Guests can also book separate bedrooms. Extra beds can be requested. A safe and a minibar are also available. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. A telephone, satellite television and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Amenities in the bathrooms include a shower. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror and a telephone are available for daily use. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

Sport

Whether more active or in need of rest and relaxation, guests can unwind at the pool complex, which includes a children's area and a total of 3 swimming pools. Sun loungers and parasols are available on the sun terrace. For guests who wish to keep active, tennis, beach volleyball and paddle tennis are available. A wide range of sports are available, including water sports such as paddle boating, canoeing, kayaking and snorkelling or, for a fee, diving. The fitness rooms are perfect for a comprehensive workout. There is a wellness area with a sauna and a steam bath and, for an additional fee, a spa, a beauty salon and massage treatments. Additional leisure activities include an entertainment programme, a kids' club and live music.

Meals

Dining facilities include 4 restaurants, a bar and a lobby bar. Refreshing drinks at the beach bar are a perfect way to enjoy warm weather. All-inclusive can be booked. For breakfast (late riser), lunch, and dinner, guests serve themselves at the buffet or choose their favourite dishes from the à la carte options (for dinner). The complex also offers snacks. The show cooking is a particularly special attraction. For guests, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included.

Payment

The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA and MasterCard.

Amenities at Hotel Riu Jambo

Facilities
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  Air conditioning
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  Bar(s)
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  Bicycle Hire
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  Car Park
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  Conference Room
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  Kids Club
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  Laundry Service
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  Lifts
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  Medical Assistance
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  Pets
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  Playground
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  Restaurant(s)
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  Shops
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  Wifi
Hygiene
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  Contactless check-in/-out
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  Contactless payment
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  Enhanced cleaning programme
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  Hand sanitiser
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  Health checks on staff
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  Housekeeping only upon request
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  Hygiene training for staff
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  Mandatory mask-wearing
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  Medical teleconsultation
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  No high-touch furnishings
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  No high-touch furnishings in public areas
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  Packaged meals
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  Protective equipment for employees
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  Protective equipment for guests
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  Protective hygiene screens
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  Protective masks for guests
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  Sanitiser dispenser
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  Social distancing regulations
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  Use of commercially available disinfectants
Meals
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  à la carte Dinner
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  All inclusive
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  Breakfast Buffet
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  Drinks Included
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  Evening Buffet
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  Lunch Buffet
Sport/Entertainment
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  Beach Volleyball
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  Canoe
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  Children's Entertainment
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  Children's Pool
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  Diving
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  Entertainment Programme
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  Gym
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  Massage
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  Number of Pools
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  Outdoor Pool(s)
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  Parasols
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  Pedalo
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  Sauna
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  Steam bath
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  Sun loungers
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  Sun terrace
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  Tennis

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Recent Reviews: 1370

User:olaq23
Trip type: Family
Super hotel
26 Aug 2025
Lovely people who working in all bars, restaurant, reception. Super cleaners. Perfect atmosphere. I love this place and I will come back here.
User:Flyer20274652052
Trip type: Couples
The best vacation in the African Maldives
26 Aug 2025
Great hotel, special thanks to the staff Omar - animator , a great person who makes the program wonderful and interesting. And the bar Fariki works a wonderful bartender Noan, I would like to tell...
User:DavidCTravels
Trip type: Family
Excellent Hotel with Zanzibar Vibe
26 Aug 2025
Fantastic facilities, amazing staff, great food, lovely air conditioned room. We had a relaxing 6 days at the Hotel Riu Jambo. We had to use the Dr on site who was amazing and my son was back to...
User:vinsim2011
Trip type: Family
Everything was fine but...
26 Aug 2025
This is the second time in two years that my family has stayed at the Riu Jambo Hotel. The hotel lives up to the excellent review I gave last year. The service, beach, and sea, and the food, both...

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