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Hotel Riu Jambo

4.0 star property
Stylish hotel on the shore with 4 outdoor swimming pools

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Exterior
5 bars/lounges, lobby lounge
Front of property
View from room
4 outdoor pools, sun loungers

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included

Room options

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Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Double Room, Partial Sea View (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 31 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Sea View (B2C-US)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds

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Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Sea View (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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View from room

Double Room, Sea View (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Superior Room (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 33 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Partial Sea View (B2C-US)

Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Double Room, Partial Sea View (B2C-US)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 31 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room (B2C-CA)

Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Standard Double Room (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 31 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Sea View (B2C-US)

Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Sea View (B2C-US)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room (B2C-US)

Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Superior Room (B2C-US)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 33 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room (B2C-US)

Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Standard Double Room (B2C-US)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 31 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Partial Sea View (Lateral Sea View)

Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Double Room, Partial Sea View (Lateral Sea View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 31 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Sea View

View from room

Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Sea View

Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Nungwi Road, North Coast Zanzibar, Nungwi, Unguja North, 73107

What's nearby

  • Kendwa Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nungwi Beach - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 39 min drive - 26.1 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Promenade Main Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ginger Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sexy Fish - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Upendo Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Jambo

Upscale all-inclusive hotel near Kendwa Beach
Free full breakfast, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel Riu Jambo. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy ocean views at one of the 4 on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and 5 bars.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, a bike on site, and luggage storage
  • A water dispenser, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 468 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning and free stocked minibars, in addition to perks like safes and free bottled water. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 1-cm TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and ceiling fans

All inclusive details

This hotel is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Restaurants on site

  • Maisha
  • Yunnan
  • Kulinarium
  • Il Panzotto
  • Karibu

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Bicycling
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Elevator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Beachfront location
  • Garden
  • Pool sun loungers

Spa

  • Massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 1-cm TV
  • Cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar
  • Paper towels

More

  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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: USD 5.00 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Hotel Riu Jambo Hotel
Hotel Riu Jambo Nungwi
Hotel Riu Jambo Hotel Nungwi
Hotel Riu Jambo All Inclusive

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Riu Jambo have a pool?

Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Hotel Riu Jambo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Riu Jambo?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Riu Jambo?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Riu Jambo?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Hotel Riu Jambo?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive.

Where is Hotel Riu Jambo located?

Nestled on the beach, this Nungwi hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Kendwa Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Nungwi Beach. Nungwi Natural Aquarium and Mnarani Natural Aquarium are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Hotel Riu Jambo Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 258 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 258 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 258 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 258 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 258 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, excellent staff, lots of food options and the drinks kept flowing. Everything was just perfect, best stay so far!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordi

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaMarckus

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staffing was very polite. The entire resort was clean at all times. Very safe location.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

rafeeq

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tiffany M

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful vacation experience. I would have rated my stay higher if not for the construction work being done on the north side of the property. It was very loud, and quite a scenic takeaway, considering that I booked a room with a balcony and ocean view. Aside from this let down, the staff, events, food, and overall property were lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Marie, Norwalk

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
I always choose Riu for my stay while on vacation for the pass 7 years. Unfortunately this time on my booking, I requested a sea view room. Since my checking was after 9:00pm. I was so tired I just went strait to bed. to waking up the next day by construction noise and this last all day. When I went to investigate what was going on. instead of partial sea vieux, I got noisy construction went to the lobby and file so I can get a portion of the rental payment return to me. I never heard anyone until I left.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keisha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sabitha!!!, zombie jnr, restaurant manager, front desk staff! We were delighted , nothing was a problem! Thank you RIU
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pratik Kamalkant

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Susan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Besides the AMAZING staff members, the resort cuts out of power every other hour. Making it challenging to charge devices or to keep the room at a cool temperature. Hour room was out of power today for over 2 hours before check out. Beautiful resort though.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort. A must stay. You will not be disappointed. Food was amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Duval

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good all-rounder
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Pradeep

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff amazing they cannot do enough. Room 1st room i was told was upgraded but what they gave me was a downgrade. I opened the balcony doors and the view i had was a construction site for a nee hotel being built. The noise was intolerable as it started at 7am and continued well intonthe nightpast 9pm. I complained and was moved the following day to another room away from the noise and site. The new room came with a blocked sink and a shower that leaked into my room through the wall. I had to complain again the sink was fixed but the leak from the shower was not and we had tonuse towels to mop up the water. We always had to ask for towels as they would not be left after the room was cleaned but this was easily rectified by a quick call to reception. I have to say that the staff at the restaurants where amazing and attentive. Food was fanatastic even for a veggie like me lots of variety everyday. All in all it was a pleasant stay, location outside of the hotel was not great. The beach and sea were magical, plenty of sun longers etc. Check in could be better as our flight arrived at 7am and we could not get a room till 3pm but we did have full use of the hotel facilities.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel newly built with amazing staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Christina H R, NY

Disliked: Cleanliness
We’ve never booked with RIU resort’s, and now we know why. Noisy beds and housekeeping can’t clean properly. Property is very lovely. Beach area is ok, but you will be harassed by locals. Some of the staff have attitude issues also. Will be returning to Africa, but won’t use RIU ever again
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harold ANTHONY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort is perfect. We had absolutely no complaints. Food was excellent. Staff was excellent. If we needed anything for our room, it was provided immediately. We booked safari, Safari Blue, Snorkeling and jet skiing through the hotel and they were very reasonably priced and exceptional. Thank you Rui Jambo for helping to make our visit to your island truly memorable.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Wade, Errington

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach was beautiful. Property was very clean. Lots of food choices and the service was excellent always had my drinks filled and plates cleared.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Prashanth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic experience
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ahmed

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach is amazing food is tastey and have alot of varites anmination team show was interesting and specail thanks for juila from recaption team she meeted us with a warm welcome and she was so freindly she let us feel we are in home
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel very clean, staff are so nice and friendly.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Simone

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is on side of island that is very chill and relax so to go into town must call taxi. Ride is about 30-40 min. Staff does great job of arranging taxi
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Weng Hoa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facilities, the staff, the accommodation, the food, the beach are all excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda Wambui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Riu Jambo had all amenities and activities that I did not feel the need to leave the hotel to book excursions outside. Very convenient, friendly staff, helpful. Mini bar in the room was excellent.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MAKEBA G

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I really enjoyed ourselves at this resort for 4 nights! The staff was very nice and the food was very good. The hotel was clean and very well taken care of. I would highly recommend and will be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024