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Hotel Riu Palace ZanzibarvsThe Mora Zanzibar

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Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar
Five-Star·4.5
The Mora Zanzibar
The Mora Zanzibar
Five-Star·4.8

Scores at a Glance

Hotel Riu Palace ZanzibarThe Mora Zanzibar
Overall
8.8
9.1
Beach
9.1
9.0
Food
8.3
8.9
Service
8.8
9.1
Rooms
8.7
9.0
Value
8.2
8.0
Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

8.8
Overall Score
9.1
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.5 (2,468)
Google Rating
4.8 (3,135)
Rates TBD
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
No
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
Airport Transfer
45 min

All Scores

9.1
Beach
9.0
8.3
Food
8.9
8.8
Service
9.1
8.7
Rooms
9.0
8.8
Pools
8.8
8.2
Value
8.0
7.2
Family
8.8

Vibes

Activities

Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar

  • 3 pools
  • 3 restaurants & bars
  • Full-service spa
  • Swim-up suites

The Mora Zanzibar

  • 4 pools
  • 4 restaurants & bars
  • Full-service spa
  • 45 min from ZNZ

Pros · Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar

  • True 24-hour RIU all-inclusive model.
  • Strong Nungwi beachfront setting.
  • Three-pool setup with swim-up bar.
  • Good suite and swim-up room options.

Pros · The Mora Zanzibar

  • True all-inclusive product
  • Muyuni Beach setting
  • Four restaurants
  • Kids club and family facilities
  • Spacious suite inventory

Cons · Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar

  • Neighboring resort noise can affect quiet.
  • Buffet periods may feel busy.
  • Kids-club evidence is not verified despite family-friendly positioning.
  • Coordinates are not verified as the exact main entrance.

Cons · The Mora Zanzibar

  • Remote from outside dining
  • Exact main-entrance coordinates need verification
  • Newer-resort teething issues appear in some feedback
  • Premium extras and excursions may cost more
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