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Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive

Nungwi Road North Coast Zanzibar, Nungwi, Tanzania

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Kids' club

Restaurant

Beachfront

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive

Welcome to Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive, your sunny oasis on the shores of Nungwi! Nestled along the stunning North Coast of Zanzibar, this delightful 4-star hotel is just 2.5 kilometers from the lively city center, offering the perfect blend of tranquility and adventure. Treat yourself to a tropical escape that starts at an incredible minimum price tailored for every budget - your dream getaway is now within reach!

At Hotel Riu Jambo, fun is around every corner! Dive into the sparkling outdoor swimming pool, where laughter fills the air, or let the kids explore their imaginations at the complimentary kids' club. For those craving a little adventure, snorkel through the vibrant coral reefs (extra charges apply) or unwind on the private beach with loungers and umbrellas provided for your comfort. With excellent on-site dining options, a lively bar, and free Wi-Fi, you’ll have everything you need to relax and connect.

Guests rave about the beautiful beachfront setting and the lush garden that envelops the hotel, providing a paradise-like ambiance. Whether you're enjoying a treatment at the spa, working up a sweat in the fitness center, or lounging on your balcony, the possibilities for relaxation and rejuvenation are endless. Previously pampered travelers have left over 2,195 glowing reviews, celebrating their experiences at this enchanting destination. Come discover the magic of Zanzibar at Hotel Riu Jambo!

At Hotel Riu Jambo, relaxation reaches new heights with our sun-kissed, adults-only outdoor pools, where you can sip a refreshing cocktail while lounging under the sun. With five pristine pools to choose from, indulge in a peaceful retreat surrounded by swaying palm trees and the melodic whispers of the ocean breeze. Whether you prefer the serenity of an adults-only pool or want to keep an eye on the little ones enjoying their own dedicated space, our aquatic oasis ensures there's a perfect spot for everyone to soak in the bliss of Zanzibar.

When it comes to food, your taste buds are in for a treat with our fantastic on-site restaurants, each serving a delightful array of cuisines. Dive into the family-friendly vibes at the Maisha, where flavorful dishes are ready to please all ages. If you're craving a taste of the East, the modern and vibrant Yunnan will take you on a culinary journey through Asian flavors, guaranteeing a dining experience like no other. Romantic evenings beckon you to Kullinarium, while Il Panzotto offers a cozy atmosphere to savor mouthwatering Italian dishes. No matter where you choose to dine, every meal at Hotel Riu Jambo is an adventure for the senses!

And don’t forget to make time to pamper yourself at the spa! Picture unwinding with a rejuvenating massage or indulging in luxurious treatments that transport you to a state of bliss. As the sun sinks below the horizon, explore the lively bar where you can mingle with fellow travelers. Maybe it’s your turn to share stories from today’s snorkeling adventure or your favorite dish from dinner! With so much to do and experience, every moment is a chance to create memories that you’ll cherish long after your tropical escape comes to an end. So pack your bags, and let Hotel Riu Jambo be your paradise on the stunning shores of Zanzibar!

Closest airports

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport

33.1mi

Tanga Airport

47.7mi

Pemba / Karume Airport

49.3mi

Most popular amenities

Kids' club

Restaurant

Beachfront

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Beach

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Playground

Free toiletries

Balcony

Garden

Rooms

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Superior, 1 King Size Bed

355 sqft

Balcony

Minibar

Tea/Coffee maker

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The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a mini-bar, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Room - 1 Bed, Lateral Sea View

335 sqft

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Minibar

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The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a mini-bar, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Room - 2 Twin, Sea View

345 sqft

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The spacious double room features air conditioning, a mini-bar, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 2 beds.

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Room - 1 Bed

335 sqft

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The spacious double room features air conditioning, a mini-bar, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.

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Superior, Sea View

355 sqft

Balcony

Minibar

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The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a mini-bar, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Superior

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Double Room, Lateral Sea View

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Double Room with Sea View

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Double Room, Partial Sea View

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Family Standard

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Guest reviews

8.8

2,384 reviews

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Featured reviews:

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Nakita

10

November 2024

This resort is absolutely amazing and has everything you need for a great holiday. You wouldn't even need to book any tours if you stay here as they keep you fed, entertained and comfortable every second of the day. The staff is so friendly and there is so much to do. 4 swimming pools, 4 restaurants, 5 bars and endless entertainment that is all provided on the RIU app. There is a wide spread of food at the main restaurant and three other restaurants that you can make a reservation at. The views are breath-taking and the resort is super fun with water sports, yoga, beach volleyball, board games, and different entertainment every night. You wont go wrong with the RIU group!

Though there was a huge variety of food, we are from South Africa and found almost everything very bland. We added pepper and salt to almost every meal and searched for more spices to add to our meals. Most breakfasts, lunches and dinners had the same type of food every day so you don't get to taste different foods. The snack bar during lunches also has the same food and snacks every single day. It would be great to have different things so people don't get bored of what they're eating. Especially for those who are stay for 7 days ore longer.

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Amie

8.2

August 2024

I really liked the property. It is clean, modern, and new.

What I really didn’t like about the property was how some staff treated the Black people differently. Some were told to cover up while many white or European people were literally wearing thongs. Also the music at the outdoor food corners did not display any African culture. No African music. Just odd. There was no African food in the buffet. People come to Africa to experience the culture in addition to its beauty. Riu Jambo completely missed the mark in that area. Besides that if you’re looking for a European experience in Africa, this place is just for you.

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Joanne

10

October 2024

Perfectly located on a beautiful beach. The restaurants are amazing with huge portions of really special foods! The staff are what make this hotel so special though, from the morning “Jambo” from the room attendants, to the bar and restaurant staff we all knew by name by the end of our holiday. Immaculate throughput and so beautiful, including the rooms. We didn’t venture too far from the jetty bar, the vibe was so relaxed and the outlook just stunning. We did try to the hotel entertainment one night though, and this was brilliant! All in all I would recommend to couples, friends and families, perfect hotel x

It was 1.5 hour from the airport, but with the drive

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Hichem

8.2

November 2024

We had the chance to get upgraded with a sea view room on the 9th floor so the sea view was stunning 😍 The room was perfect ( clean, confortable bed, with balcony...) The food on the main restaurant ( buffet) was correct The food of the asian restaurant was average The food of the local restaurant was so delicious The staff are super cool, energetic and always paying attention when we need something The sea was amazing ❤️ The pools are average The activities are so diverse and cool

If you want some calm don't choose this huge hotel Electricity cuts many times per day and sometimes lasts too long The acoustic isolation is to improve ( we can easily hear neighboors by the AC tube) The towels quality isn't good (we had torn towels...!)

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Biko

9.1

November 2023

The People are very friendly and welcoming. From Check In to Check out it was good Congratulations to HSK My recommendation to the Front desk a refreshing welcome drink would have been perfect especially after a long day of travel

The buffet at Maisha Restaurant there’s space for improvement on quality, selection and style. After I left riu jumbo stayed on another hotel in Zanzibar of same style and price range etc and the buffet was super from the selection, quality and style.

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Holly

9.1

June 2024

The hotel is beautiful, the rooms are really spacious, there’s 4 pools to choose from, and the beach is stunning. There was never a shortage of sunbeds and the service from the staff was brilliant. Food was tasty and the snack bar on the beach was great for throughout the day. We arrived before check in at around 11am on the first day and left at 11pm on our last day but were still able to use all the facilities without any issue. Thank you RIU Jambo for a lovely holiday!

There is a new building or resort being built next door so it was noisy at some points but of course this isn’t the fault of the hotel. Although the food was tasty, some of the options did get quite repetitive.

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Qurat

10

May 2024

My family and I stayed at Riu Jambo for 4 nights and we absolutely loved it. All inclusive literally means "All inclusive" in that there were no hidden costs, food served was really delicious and the availability of snacks and drinks the whole day was a bonus. The hotel has an amazing beach with white sands and azure ocean, it was a really amazing view, especially at sunset! The five pools, kids activities, water gymnastics and other sports activities really added value to our stay.

The only negative I have is that the hotel does not have designated smoking areas, which would have really made it more child friendly.

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Line-aure

10

April 2023

Absolutely everything is great! The best all inclusive hotel with affordable pricing. The staff is super friendly, the ladies at the Bar in the lobby were so nice and taught me and my friend some swahili. the breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet is full of options, we got confused seeing so much food and everything tastes amazing. We also tried to Asian restaurant and the Kulinarium the food was divine. Some of the activities offered by the scruba caribe (water sport) are included in your package and those that are not are affordable like snorkeling (you have to do this!!) and Sunset Catamaran. i will definitely come back to this hotel the next time i come to Zanzibar.

No african music being played, so bring your music box/bluetooth speakers along.

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Adamu

10

January 2025

The location, the facilities, the food and the fact that you had an app for access. The staff were helpful.

Nothing much, just that they needed to play more afrobeats and Amapiano since it’s in the centre of Africa. It’s an opportunity to introduce visitors to the flaivour of Africa. They need to be intentional about this

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Amy

9.1

February 2024

The resort is very well managed and the property is in tip-top shape. The rooms were nice and modern and the staff was friendly and professional. The location on the beach is beautiful.

-Personally, I would have appreciated some non-smoking zones in the bar areas and the pool/beach chair areas. Outside of the main restaurant, it was difficult to escape the second-hand smoke. -The beach lounges were all on top of each other, unlike some of the other resorts that had more personal space for guests. -Also, it would be great to have more sit- down dinner options. -The hawkers on the beach were annoying, but that’s out of the resort’s control—although the resort security guards did a good job of keeping them at bay around the property.

Points of Interest Around Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive

Attractions

Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium and Marine Turtle Conservation Lagoon

1.6mi

House of Wonders (Beit-al-Ajaib)

29.4mi

Stone Town

29.4mi

Old Fort (Ngome Kongwe)

29.5mi

Darajani Market (Marikiti Kuu)

29.5mi

Mwanakwerekwe Market

30.1mi

Jozani-Chwaka Bay National Park

30.9mi

Restaurants

Maisha

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly

Yunnan

Cuisines

  • Asian

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Modern

Kullinarium

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Modern
  • Romantic

Il Panzotto

Cuisines

  • Italian

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Modern

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Location

  • Outdoor

Age restrictions

  • Kids only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive

Kids' club

Restaurant

Beachfront

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Beach

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Playground

Free toiletries

Balcony

Garden

Stay rules - Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive

What types of rooms does Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive offer?

Hotel Riu Jambo offers different room types including standard rooms, family rooms, and suites. The rooms have occupancy for up to 4 people, with some featuring sea views. All rooms are non-smoking and come with either twin beds or a king-sized bed.

What are the main attractions at Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive?

Guests at Hotel Riu Jambo can enjoy various leisure amenities during their stay. They can relax at the outdoor swimming pool as well as the kids' pool. For dining options, they can savor meals at restaurants like Maisha, Yunnan offering Asian cuisine, Kullinarium, and Il Panzotto offering Italian dishes. Guests can unwind at the spa or work out at the fitness center. Additionally, they can soak up the sun on the beach, and make use of the sun deck, balcony, and terrace areas for relaxation. The hotel also provides beach umbrellas and chairs for guests' comfort. The variety of amenities, including pools, restaurants, and beachfront location, offer a diverse selection of activities for guests to enjoy.

Does Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive have a pool for guests?

Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive has five pools available. Pools 1, 2, 3, and 4 are outdoor pools with adults-only restrictions, while Pool 5 is an outdoor pool designated for kids only.

Does Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive have on-site restaurants?

The Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive offers multiple on-site restaurants, including Maisha, Yunnan, Kullinarium, and Il Panzotto. These restaurants feature various ambiances like FamilyFriendly, Modern, and Romantic, and offer cuisines such as Asian and Italian.

Does Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive accept credit cards?

Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive does not accept cash as a payment method. They do, however, accept credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.

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