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
| Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar | Measure | The Mora Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| 8.8 | Overall Score | 9.1 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.6 (2,548) | Google Rating | 4.8 (3,381) (better) |
| From $229 | Price / Night (pp) | From $181 (better) |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| – | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| – | Airport Transfer | 45 min |
All Scores
| Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar | Measure | The Mora Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.1 | Beach | 9.0 |
| 8.3 | Food | 8.9 (better) |
| 8.8 | Service | 9.1 (better) |
| 8.7 | Rooms | 9.0 (better) |
| 8.8 | Pools | 8.8 |
| (better)8.2 | Value | 8.0 |
| 7.2 | Family | 8.8 (better) |
Of the 9 measures we call, Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar leads on 2 and The Mora Zanzibar leads on 7.
Vibes
| Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar | Measure | The Mora Zanzibar |
|---|
Activities
| Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar | Measure | The Mora Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| 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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