Are the staff required to wear masks?

Yes, our fully trained staff wear masks at all times. Our cleaning staff uses disposable gloves to protect guests from cross contamination.

What enhanced cleaning measures are in place?

We’ve committed to brand-new deep cleaning procedures that include daily disinfecting of all rooms, surfaces, and common areas, under the guidance of the CDC and Department of Health.

Does the property have hand sanitizing stations?

Yes, guests can find hand sanitizing stations throughout the property. We can also provide additional supplies on request to ensure extra protection.

Are Zanzibar restaurants open?

Yes, restaurants are open, but with proper precautions in place. Indoor and patio dining both are permitted, but visitors are asked to follow social distancing protocols and wear protective masks while entering.

Health & Safety Standards

Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort is in full compliance with both global government requirements and requirements made by local departments of health as applicable. We are comitted to the health and safety of all guests and staff.

Entering Zanzibar

All travelers entering Zanzibar will go through a temperature check before entering the country
All travelers must have valid travel insurance for the duration of their stay in Zanzibar
It is suggested that your online visa form be filled in prior to your arrival.This can be completed here.
Zanzibar does not require a negative COVID-19 certificate for entry at this time, however it may be required by your airline, countries you enter in transit or your home country on your return. It is highly recommended that you regularly check government and airline websites for updates as the requirements are constantly changing. For more information click here.

Arrival

Everyone arriving at our properties has their temperature checked.
Each guest is provided with a mask on arrival.
Luggage is sanitized prior to entering the rooms and kept in a luggage area before being transferred to the rooms.
1.5m distance is kept between travel groups.

Transport

Hotel vehicles used for airport transfers and/or excursions are fully sanitized after every journey
Our drivers are masked and follow the strictest hygiene standards
Hand sanitizer is available in every vehicle and required upon entry of vehicle

Staff

All team members have received enhanced COVID-19 related health and safety training, including correct procedures for wearing masks and personal protective equipment and physical distancing awareness.

All team members will be wearing masks
Distance based greeting throughout the resort
Temperature checks before each shift
Regular health checks will be carried out
Dedicated hygiene supervisors for each department

Public Areas

We have significantly increased cleaning schedules in all public areas with particular focus on high-touch areas. We strictly adhere to physical distancing best practices in all public spaces.

Use of proper grade chemicals for cleaning and sanitizing
Property is spread over 20 acres which also allows us to deal with social distancing naturally
Restaurants with suitably spaced furniture

Guest Rooms

Rooms are thoroughly cleaned and disinfected after every stay.
Towels are changed on request.
Guests are given the option of when and whether they would like their room serviced
Digitized hotel information provided to guest via e-mail or on room TV

In the instance a guest feels unwell, the hotel doctor will be called in.