Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only

5.0 star property
Adults-only beachfront property with spa, near Kendwa Beach
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
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3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Reception
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
View from room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach bar

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Showing 21 of 21 rooms

Suite (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite ( B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Villa ( B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite ( B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite, Hot Tub (Jacuzzi B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Villa, Private Pool (Beach B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, Ocean View ( B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite, Courtyard View ( B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Suite, Ocean View ( B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Villa ( B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Villa, Private Pool (Beach B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Suite, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite, Courtyard View ( B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite, Hot Tub (Jacuzzi B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite, Courtyard View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Villa, Private Pool (Beach)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 90 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Hot Tub (Jacuzzi)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
  • 90 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 125 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
Nungwi Road, Nungwi

What's nearby

  • Kendwa Beach - 14 min walk
  • Nungwi Beach - 5 min drive
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 5 min drive
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 6 min drive
  • Kigomani Beach - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Promenade Main Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ginger Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sexy Fish - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Upendo Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only

At Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only, you can spend time at the beach enjoying beach umbrellas, beachside drinks, and sun loungers, plus you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Kendwa Beach. 3 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps, and facials. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar. A poolside bar, a fitness center, and a sauna are other highlights at this luxurious property. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

All-inclusive

This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Land activities

Fitness facilities

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics
Language
Water fitness

Entertainment

Onsite live performances

Languages

English, Swahili

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 100 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • All guests, including adults, children, and babies, must be included when making the booking to be shown the right rooms and rates. All guests not included will be charged at the hotel, during check-in time. Virtual credit cards or prepayments will not be accepted.
    • 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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 18
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • On-site parking is limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Fitness classes
  • Kayaking
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Table tennis
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 4 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2012
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Closed captioned TV

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a spa tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Promenade - Onsite buffet restaurant.
Beef Steak House - Onsite steakhouse. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Breeze - Onsite bar. Open daily.
Sunshine - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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.

Also known as

Hideaway Nungwi
Hideaway Nungwi Resort
Nungwi Hideaway
Nungwi Hideaway Resort
Nungwi Resort
Hideaway Of Nungwi Resort & Spa Zanzibar
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Riu Palace Zanzibar All Inclusive Adults Resort
Riu Palace Zanzibar All Inclusive Adults
Riu Zanzibar Inclusive Adults
Riu Palace Zanzibar All Inclusive Adults All-inclusive property
Riu Palace Zanzibar All Inclusive Adults Nungwi
Riu Palace Zanzibar All Inclusive Adults
Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only Nungwi
Riu Palace Zanzibar All Inclusive Adults Only
Hideaway of Nungwi Resort Spa
Riu Zanzibar Inclusive Adults
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Riu Palace Zanzibar All Inclusive
Riu Palace Zanzibar All Inclusive Adults Only

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only?
Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as kayaking. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools. Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Promenade.
Does Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only like?
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only is located a short 14-minute walk from Kendwa Beach.

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Tatiana, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely amazing. 5+ stars Excellent friendly service. You become family. Excellent food, drinks. Spectacular location on breathtaking beach. I will definitely be back and highly recommend!
Diana, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Tatiana, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Very disappointed that smoking was permitted in all the restaurants inside and out.
Jonathan, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Amazing hotel with super welcoming staff. Lots of activity and incredible variety of food. Able to use facilities of other hotel next door but not other way round.
Ricky, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Alain, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ryan, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff are excellent! Hotel is a bit dated but the beach and water are so worth it! Great variety of food. Strongly recommend booking your dinner bookings the minute you check in!
4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The property is beautiful and the food variety and presentation excellent. Be careful of the room selection, they are limited in number of rooms with double beds.
Barbara, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hana, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My husband and I enjoyed ourselves celebrating our 5th anniversary here at the Riu Zanzibar. Excellent food, hospitality, and services! If you are traveling to Zanzibar, this is the place to stay. You will not be disappointed!!!
Jessica, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing service and good food
The hotel is beautiful and the service is outstanding and caring, smiling and helpful. The food is also great. There were a few small things like the smell in the bathroom and also they provided very basic toiletries, not vanity set, or bathrobes or slippers that I use to get in more basic hotels. Also for some reason there is no blanket just a sheet to cover and I had to ask a few time to bring me something thicker
carmit, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic holiday
The ambiance, service, food, and even the weather were exceptional! I want to thank everyone who helped keep my room sparkling clean and cozy, prepared delicious food and drinks, and maintained the unique ambiance at the restaurants, reception, beach, and pools. I also want to thank Veronica, the bartender at the small bar located just after the main swimming pool on the way to the beach.
maya, 3-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Staying at Riu Palace hotel
No doubt this is an extraordinary resort, though there were some small issues that spoiled a little bit the perfect experience. 1. There was a plugg in the sink. 2. The mosquito net to the balcony was off track. 3. We were mislead by the reception for the stable which we have booked for riding. Beside that everything was just perfect
Ori, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great 5 Night Stay
The hotel is beautiful, clean, and large. All of the staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. Spa and excursion desk were both great. Only recommendation is booking dinner reservations immediately at check in. They are hard to get and the food is considerably better at sit down restaurants than buffet, which is still good. We’d definitely return on a future visit to Zanzibar!
Michael, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The restaurants and food were excellent; never had one bad meal experience. Needs to provide more music entertainment and the room furnishings need serious upgrades.
Bobby, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Mohamed, 8-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Staff was welcoming upon arrival. The property was very big and limited transportation to get around. I reserved the steak house for the lastnight for dinner and the manager was nasty!!! I told him i was celebrating my birthday and he told me he looked up my reservations and I arrived 6/27 ( my hirthday was 6/25) then stared at me...his attitude made my whole dining experience unbearable.. he even proceeded to stand up and look at me. I never got a happy birthday..the desert was thrown on the plate so i left without even having it.by the time i walked back to the main dining area. The food was finished so i didn't get to eat. The pool staff and bar staff was really nice. I wouldn't return to this facility because its a waste of money..no food available after 9:30pm...the resort gets really dark and no transportation available..no real night entertainment
keisha, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Richard, 14-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel, staff, food, entertainment. Everything was perfect. I would highly recommend.
Furhat, 8-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I had an exceptional experience at RIU Palace Zanzibar, largely thanks to the outstanding management by Diana. From the moment I arrived, their warm greeting and attentiveness set the tone for a memorable stay. The hotel itself was immaculate, with beautifully appointed rooms and excellent amenities. In what truly set this stay apart was the exceptional service provided by the Assistant General Manager, Dijana. Her dedication to ensuring every guest had a remarkable experience was evident in every interaction. Dijana went above and beyond to accommodate my requests. Her genuine care and attention to detail made a significant impact on my overall experience. In conclusion, my stay at RIU Palace Zanzibar was outstanding in every aspect. The luxurious accommodations, exquisite dining, and superb amenities were all enhanced by the impeccable service, particularly from the Assistant General Manager Dijana, bar staff Yusuf, Rukiya, Rashid, restaurant staff Gabriel, Mohamed, entertainment Roni, ccccc Their professionalism, warmth, and dedication to excellence ensured that my stay was unforgettable. I highly recommend RIU Palace Zanzibar to anyone seeking a truly exceptional hotel experience. Edita
Edita, 11-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Richard, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Andre Miguel, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Such a beautiful place for rest!!!
Nadia, 2-night family trip
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