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Royal Cliff Zanzibar

3.5 star property
Family-friendly villa on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Restaurant
Exterior
Private beach
Exclusive Double Room | Beach/ocean view
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a playground at Royal Cliff Zanzibar. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this villa. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure or other spa services. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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3 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Clothes dryer
3 bedrooms
  • 61 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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3 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Twin Room, Garden View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Clothes dryer
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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3 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Clothes dryer
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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3 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Suite, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Double Room, Beach View | 3 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Traditional Double Room, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Clothes dryer
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Exclusive Double Room | Beach/ocean view

Exclusive Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Clothes dryer
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Double Room | 3 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Executive Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Clothes dryer
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 50 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Bububu, Royal Cliff Zanzibar is on a private beach. Livingstone's House and Slave Market are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Siso Spice Farm and Kidichi Spice Farm. Traveling with kids? Consider Kariakoo Amusement Park, or check out an event or a game at Amaan Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Chuini, Bububu, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Siso Spice Farm - 11 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Kidichi Spice Farm - 11 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Slave Market - 19 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 19 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Shangani Beach - 19 min drive - 11.3 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mangrove Lodge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Best Imports Zanzibar Limited - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Splash Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mangrove Lodge Beach Bar - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Royal Cliff Zanzibar

Family-friendly villa on the beach, with outdoor pool
Guests at this beach villa will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a children's pool and a playground. All 4 individually decorated villas have 3 bedrooms and feature free WiFi and minibars. Other amenities available to guests include room service, rainfall showerheads, and coffee makers.
Royal Cliff Zanzibar offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. These individually decorated accommodations include desks. This Bububu villa provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a private beach and a fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

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

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a private beach

Pool/Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

Dining

  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Minibar
  • Room service (limited hours)

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: USD 50 per day

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Free bottled water
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Meal delivery service
  • Safe
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Table tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 4 units
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per room (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Property Registration Number Z0000214233

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Alcohol is not served at this property
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Royal Cliff Zanzibar Villa Bububu
Royal Cliff Zanzibar Bububu
Royal Cliff Zanzibar Villa
Royal Cliff Zanzibar Bububu
Royal Cliff Zanzibar Villa Bububu

Frequently asked questions

Does Royal Cliff Zanzibar have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Royal Cliff Zanzibar pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Royal Cliff Zanzibar?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Royal Cliff Zanzibar?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Royal Cliff Zanzibar?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Royal Cliff Zanzibar provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 30 per room applies.

Where is Royal Cliff Zanzibar located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bububu villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Masingini Forest, Sea Cliff Golf Course, and Chapwani Island. Siso Spice Farm and Kidichi Spice Farm are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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