Kendwa Beach is located near Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only, which provides a free breakfast buffet, a swim-up bar and concerts and live shows. With a beachfront location, sunloungers and scuba diving, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a manicure/pedicure, a massage or aromatherapy. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 7 on-site restaurants. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities, such as snorkelling, kayaking and beach volleyball. In addition to a terrace and shopping on-site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
Located in Nungwi, Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kendwa Beach and Nungwi Beach. Nungwi Natural Aquarium and Mnarani Natural Aquarium are also worth visiting. Visit our Nungwi travel guide
Nungwi Road, North Cost Zanzibar, Nungwi, Unguja North Region
What's nearby
Kendwa Beach
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Nungwi Beach
3 min drive - 1.5 km
Mnarani Natural Aquarium
5 min drive - 2.6 km
Kiwengwa Beach
51 min drive - 32.3 km
Nungwi Natural Aquarium
4 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
98 min drive
Restaurants
Restaurant Kendwa Rocks
5 min drive
Tam Tam Restaurant
4 min drive
The Corner
4 min drive
Makofi Pizza Bar
4 min drive
M&J Cafe
5 min drive
About this property
Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Luxury all-inclusive hotel near Kendwa Beach
A free breakfast buffet, a swim-up bar and concerts and live shows are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, sunloungers and scuba diving. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a manicure/pedicure, a massage or aromatherapy. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 7 on-site restaurants. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities, such as snorkelling, kayaking and beach volleyball. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a terrace and shopping on-site.
Additional perks include:
3 outdoor pools along with sunloungers, pool umbrellas and a swim-up bar
Luggage storage, a lift and beach umbrellas
Beach towels, smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
Karaoke, meeting rooms and evening entertainment
Room features
All 505 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning and free stocked minibars, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Baths or showers, hairdryers and shampoo
TVs with digital channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping
All-inclusive details
This hotel is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).
Gratuities and taxes
Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.
Food and beverages
All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks and beverages included
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
In-room liquor dispensers
Activities and facilities/equipment
All on-site activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.
Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
7 bars/lounges
7 restaurants
A coffee shop/cafe
A swim-up bar
Restaurants on site
Gourmet Krystal
Italian - Duomo
Main Buffet - Karibu
Mediterranean - Helios
Steakhouse
Things to do
24-hour gym
3 outdoor pools
Beach volleyball
Canoeing
Concerts/live shows
Evening entertainment
Karaoke
Kayaking
Scuba diving
Shopping
Snorkelling
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Proposal/romance packages
Business services
Conference centre
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Garden
On the beach
Outdoor entertainment area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Spa
Aromatherapy
Manicures/pedicures
Massage
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
More
7 floors
Built in 2026
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Free stocked minibar
Tea bags/instant coffee
More
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Electrical adapters
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: TZS 12838.25 per person, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
We should mention
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only have a pool?
Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only?
As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only on 6 Apr 2026 start from HK$1,729, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Are there all-inclusive benefits at Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only?
Yes, the property is all-inclusive. All food and drinks are included, and activities include snorkelling, kayaking and more.
Where is Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only located?
Nestled on the beach, this Nungwi hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kendwa Beach and Nungwi Beach. Nungwi Natural Aquarium and Mnarani Natural Aquarium are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Excellent hotel in a beautiful location. Food staff service and amenities were perfect . Only complaint total lack of a business center, not even a laptop to use in case of emergency. For 5 stars hotel ( Riu chain ) this needs to be improved.