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Hotel Riu Jambo

4.0 star property
On beach with 4 outdoor pools, near Kendwa Beach
your current months are February, 2025 and March, 2025.
February 2025
March 2025

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Exterior
4 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Front of property
Lobby
5 bars/lounges, lobby lounge

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa

Explore the area

Map
Nungwi Road, North Coast Zanzibar, Nungwi, Unguja North, 73107
  • Kendwa Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Nungwi Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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

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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 31 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

View from room

Double Room, Sea View (B2C-US)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Double Room

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

Standard Double Room

Highlights

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

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

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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

View from room

Double Room, Sea View (B2C-CA)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Room (B2C-CA)

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

Superior Room (B2C-CA)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Room

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

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free minibar items
TV
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 31 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single 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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 31 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single 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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single 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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Nungwi

An all-inclusive stay in Nungwi awaits you at Hotel Riu Jambo. You'll be within a 15-minute walk of Kendwa Beach and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Nungwi Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 4 restaurants, 4 outdoor swimming pools and a full-service spa. .A pampering day can include massages along with access to the sauna. Karibu is the hotel's own lobby lounge. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Nungwi hotel, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Nungwi Natural Aquarium and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Mnarani Natural Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Kendwa Beach - 15 min walk
  • Nungwi Beach - 5 min drive
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 6 min drive
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 6 min drive
  • Kigomani Beach - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 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

On beach with 4 outdoor pools, near Kendwa Beach
Hotel Riu Jambo is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Hotel Riu Jambo offers its guests a full-service spa, 4 outdoor swimming pools, a fitness centre, and a children's pool. There are 4 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 5 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The business-friendly Hotel Riu Jambo also features multilingual staff, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Nungwi hotel is smoke free.

  • 468 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 4 dining venues
  • 5 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2022
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Hotel Riu Jambo offers 468 air-conditioned accommodations with free minibar items and a safe. Cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Il Panzotto
  • Karibu
  • Kulinarium
  • Maisha
  • Yunnan

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Bicycles
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Playground

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 1-cm TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Riu Jambo

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We've listed 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-authorise 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise 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) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Riu Jambo?

Hotel Riu Jambo offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hotel Riu Jambo?

Yep, Hotel Riu Jambo has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Riu Jambo?

Yep, Hotel Riu Jambo is a short 15-minute walk from Kendwa Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling.

Is there a spa on site at Hotel Riu Jambo?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Hotel Riu Jambo. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Does Hotel Riu Jambo have a pool?

Hotel Riu Jambo has 4 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What luxury perks are available at Hotel Riu Jambo?

Hotel Riu Jambo features 4 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants.

Does Hotel Riu Jambo serve breakfast?

Sure does, free full breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Riu Jambo?

No, Hotel Riu Jambo does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Riu Jambo?

Yep, Hotel Riu Jambo has 4 restaurants.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Riu Jambo?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Riu Jambo?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Hotel Riu Jambo Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 270 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 270 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 270 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 270 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 270 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled 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

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

6/10 Okay

Pradeep

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

ahmed

Travelled 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

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel the staff were always very smiley and super helpful. They were the highlight of the stay. The complex felt super safe. We used every pool and the beach area for relaxing. We also had the chance to book the restaurants in the hotel which all offered something different but were all great quality.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

10/10 Excellent

patrick

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Las Vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Allysson

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Carol

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time-beautiful views, excellent service, great food options. The only problem was the construction site that was very noisy mainly in the mornings when you wanted to sleep in.......so we had to upgrade (pay more) to be moved to a different side.Otherwise everything else was GREAT!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was amazing. Food options were plentiful. Staff was so wonderful. Everyone kept asking if we needed anything. Had different activities. Beach was beautiful. Would absolutely recommend. Make reservations for the special restaurants days in advance as they book up quick!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony Kwasi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility was clean and organized. The menu options were good. The beaches were clean. Worth the visit. I will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Claudia, Parsippany

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff from reception wasn’t helpful, we had a couple concerns, but never had solutions or trying to do it
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024