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Reviews of Royal Cliff Zanzibar 4 stars

Ch.05001,Chuini , Zanzibar City, Tanzania

#15 of 73 hotels in Zanzibar City

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Review score

Based on 294 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    7.1

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 28 August 2025

    7.0
    Good property but far off road. If you hire a car, everything else will be okay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property is very far from the city and also deep off the main road. If you hire a car, then it's a good place

    The property is good, clean and the staff are helpful

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dinner didnt meet my expectation.

    The location and beach view as well as the pool Spot on. Nice breakfast

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Far from the main road

    Rooms and the compound

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road to reach the property

    The beach

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    9.0
    Luxurious and beautiful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Double Ocean Front
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Although the sea and view are beautiful, we were unable to walk on the beach as it is rocky. Unfortunately, no one cleans the beach early in the morning like most places. There was a lot of trash on the water and the beach.

    Incredible view! The location of the suite is in front of the beach. Really picturesque and wonderful. When the tide is high, the sea is under your balcony. You wake up with the sea in front of you. The reception was wonderful and we were greeted with fresh fruit juice. The staff were friendly and helpful. Our bags were taken to the room. The room was wonderfully cool from the air conditioning. The room was very nice and modern and the bathroom is a step above the rest as you can still see the sea through the window under the shower. The bed is extra wide and comfortable. We enjoyed the armchairs right on the balcony every evening while we looked at the sea with sun downers. It is a luxurious place where you can relax. Arnoldi’s bits and bar next to Royal Cliff is a must for everyone. Great drink, food and vibe and nice people..

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2025

    8.0
    Calm relaxing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cleanliness need improvement and villa need some maintenance. Although staff are very kind they need more training and follow up .

    The staff are nice and welcoming. The food is good and the villa is very big .

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast has to improve Need more facilities at room (Tissue , teeth brush…..) It’s little far from the city downtown and also far from the main road (Around 3-4 kilometers and not asphalted) , but it’s not issue , specially if you don’t want to go to the city

    it’s beautiful place and beach side and very good for relaxing , but if you want to go to the city ,it’s little far . The room is big and clean with an amazing view . Very helpful staff . Amazing view with good swimming pool .

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Road from main road hopefully will be prepared for a smooth ride

    I love everything my family had a wonderful time. It's definitely planning a next trip

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2025

    9.0
    The facility is extremely beautiful located in an exquisite area with lively warm ppl bt the road
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road leading to the resort

    We had an excellent welcome and superb engagement with the staff right from the reception,room mgt to the beverage area and all remain very memorable. Great thanks to Awarth he outperformed himself on the resort with so much help, Zulpha, Chef Mwinyi were absolutely amazing. We felt at home and will definitely be back.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2025

    8.0
    Honest opinion
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel has got excellent facilities,great environment with enticing landscaping....... The only problem is its location with no any center around...... We reached at 10.30pm n we didn't have food since their restaurant was closed 😔😔😔...... No shops around thus making us sleep hungry 😕😕😕😕😕....... The hotel should look for a convinient way to help visitors who arrive late

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2025

    7.0
    It was alright stay but really far
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property is so far in. Taking about 15 mins to travel the length of 2km due to the bad roads

    Restaurant staff was very helpful and showed us the food

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2025

    9.0
    Nice and quiet place to relax for a few days.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Deluxe Ocean Front
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very isolated and expensive. Needed to have a car or pay transport to come and go. The staff were very unclear what the tour charges were and why they were so expensive.

    Had a very nice restaurant. Staff was very helpful. Restaurant food was good. Breakfast had many options. The view was spectacular. The pool was very nice and beds and room were quiet and comfortable.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2025

    7.0
    Location is far from the city
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is very far from the city. There is no transport to the city from the hotel unless you ask the hotel. You're a bit restricted when staying at this hotel for your first time in zanzibar.

    Nice hotel with a beautiful view over the beach. The restaurant had everything on the menu

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    foods and the prices are very high compared to foods quality and standards.

    the location, the restaurant staffs and the hotel supervisors kindness.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food was excellent and tasty. Staff are great.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2025

    9.0
    Royal Cliff is one of the best escape spots
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hygiene, fresh & taste meal , the staff are super kind ,

    The fact that Royal cliff is a home away from home , the staff were exceptional, Talk about the freshest meal from the kitchen, the rooms are superb clean .

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2025

    9.0
    Was lovely and will definitely come again
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    The people were friendly, even came 1 day later then my check in date and they did not hassle me at all was a please staying there and will definitely again. Great views, perfect for a WEDDING Venue

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2025

    9.0
    Comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast options were limited and the same the entire time. It became boring after a few days.

    Beautiful location and spacious rooms. Comfortable beds too.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2024

    9.0
    Mwinyi at the restaurant made me feel truly at home, creating an unforgettable experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Our stay at Royal Cliff Zanzibar Hotel was truly exceptional—one of the best hotel experiences I’ve ever had. The property is clean and beautiful, creating a serene and luxurious atmosphere. What truly stood out, however, was the incredible hospitality of the staff. Mwinyi at the restaurant went above and beyond to ensure our comfort, making us feel genuinely at home. Harun at the reception greeted us with warmth and professionalism, adding a personal touch to our visit. A heartfelt thank you to the entire team for making our stay unforgettable!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 December 2024

    8.0
    Great stay, good staff, neat and refreshing place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The restaurant pricing can be adjusted to make more sales and make the hotel pleasant otherwise one would prefer bringing in their own water and food as they are priced 5 times more than normal price. X2 pricing is acceptable not X5 on everything you buy at the hotel

    Getting to the property is unpleasant but once inside the property gate, the experience is spot on. The hotel staff are friendly and helpful. It’s like we were home

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 December 2024

    9.0
    Stay was comfortable amazing with nice views
    • Group
    • Executive Double Ocean Front
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location was good but getting to the hotel in the inner road was toooo far to bumpy, a road has to be paved. With a car it will take u 10mins where it should be just a 2mins drive

    Everything was great and perfect

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 December 2024

    9.0
    Everyone and everything met my expectation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Gym not working, The access road was bumpy, rough and rural. Nevermind, it’s worth the ride when you arrive.

    Great staff - Savinna, Mohammed, Joyce, Abdallah the best Driver in Zanzibar, Kitchen crew are all wonderful and helpful. Room is Spacious and well furnished. Great ambience. I love the balcony, sea view, calmness and sound proof room. The environment was serene with enchanting flowering arrangement, looked too artificial but real.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 November 2024

    7.0
    Nice resort
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They took extra charges than in booking when using Visa and this still should not be the case. The location is far away from nearest market or street. Also, the value of dinning in the restaurant is high, but good and clean.

    The place is nice and staff friendly, with good hospitality. Breakfast was good also.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 November 2024

    9.0
    We had a great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The views and the facilities Staff is really friendly and helpful They have shuttle services Food was great

    Stayed in October 2024

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