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Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar

5.0 star property
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On the beach
Poolside bar

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Pwani Mchangani, Kiwengwa, Tanzania, 73111
  • Place, Kiwengwa Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Mapenzi Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬
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Room options

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Standard Room | Balcony view

Standard Room

  • Garden view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double or Twin Room, Beach View | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Beach View

  • Beach view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

  • Partial sea view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double or Twin Room, Sea View | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Sea View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kiwengwa

Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Mapenzi Beach and Kiwengwa Beach. This 5-star resort has 30 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Kiwengwa Beach - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Mapenzi Beach - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Muyuni Beach - 11 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Nungwi Beach - 52 min drive - 20.8 miles
  • Kendwa Beach - 54 min drive - 20.3 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green & Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mzee Husa Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Andiamo - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Zanziblue - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪pool bar @ blue bay - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar

At Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, access to locker space, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach resort include a kids' club, coffee/tea in a common area, and free use of bicycles.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Select Comfort beds sport premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer bathrobes and slippers. Sofa beds, phones, and desk chairs are other standard amenities. Change of bedsheets is available on request.
Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and enjoy recreation facilities including a 24-hour health club and complimentary bicycles. In addition to an outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Children's club
  • Fitness classes
  • Free beach club
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hunting
  • Outdoor pool
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Safari
  • Shopping mall
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hospital bed
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

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

These are all of the 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Royal Mandarin Hotel Resort
Royal Mandarin & Resort Resort
Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Resort
Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Kiwengwa
Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Resort Kiwengwa

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar?

This resort is located in Kiwengwa, close to Kiwengwa Beach, Muyuni Beach, and Mapenzi Beach. Pwani Mchangani Beach is also within a driving distance of 1.9 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar?

As of Jul 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar on Jul 10, 2026 start from $308, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar?

No, there isn't parking at this resort.

Are there luxury amenities available at Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and tennis at this resort.

Does Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar include a casino?

No, Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar?

This beachfront resort offers plenty of amenities for couples including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and couples/private dining.

Does Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar have a hot tub?

No, this resort doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar has 2 cafes, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Does Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar.

Does Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar have connecting rooms available?

No, this resort doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar?

The closest major airport to Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is about 21.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar.

Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wilhelm

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent quite place, great rooms and amenities. Excelent customer service, beautiful views, lots of night entertainment, friendly staff. The only thing i'd recommend is improve menu variety.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hassan Y

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bloody amazing place to chill and relax. Beautiful stretch of beach. Amazing and professional MANAGER & ALL OF HIS STAFF. Excellent food and entertainment.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely quiet each front hotel, we stepped from our door onto the sand. Roo.s are good and the staff were wonderful! We stayed in four hotels in zanzibar, the staff here are exceptional, very attentive and friendly. Hotel even supprised us with a free trip to the 'rock resaurant' and star fish beach! We would stay again in a heart beat...
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Reinhard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything ok
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Julian

Liked: Staff & service
In die Jahre gekommen; Zimmer nicht sauber; gutes Essen und Cocktails
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Hotel ist nicht so groß und damit sehr übersichtlich und sehr persönlich. Die Angestellten sind sehr freundlich, aufmerksam und motiviert. Das gastronomische Angebot ist vielfältig und reichhaltig. Das Abendessen wird meist im Hauptrestaurant aber auch mal am Strand, am Pool oder im Sense of Afrika Restaurant durchgeführt, Unser Zimmer (Familienzimmer) war sehr geräumig und gut ausgestattet, Die Betten waren sehr bequem und ein Mückenschutz ist überall vorhanden, Es wurde täglich gereinigt und abends wurde das Zimmer noch zusätzlich für die Nacht vorbereitet.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gunter Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wir haben einen Ort zum entschleunigen und entspannen gesucht und mit dem Royal Mandarin zu Beginn der Regenzeit einen schönen Treffer gelandet. Zimmer, Aussicht, Strand & Verpflegung sind klasse! Ganz besonders positiv ist die Gästebetreuung! Ahmed und Mohammad sind grossartig und schaffen mit ihrem Team eine Wohlfühlatmosphäre und (King)-Charles macht lecker Cocktails!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

NHON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025