Zanzibar Serena Hotel

$$$$||View on mapZanzibar, TanzaniaShangani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania|
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Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Shangani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Location9.6
Staff9.3
Comfort9.2
Cleanliness9.1
Free WiFi8.8
Who stays here
Couples46%
Families21%
Solo16%
Groups14%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Location9.6
Staff9.3
Comfort9.2
Cleanliness9.1
Free WiFi8.8
Who stays here
Couples46%
Families21%
Solo16%
Groups14%

5-star beachfront hotel in Stone Town with panoramic ocean views and UNESCO World Heritage setting

Location & Setting

Zanzibar Serena Hotel sits on the seafront of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with direct access to the Indian Ocean beach. The hotel is a 5-minute drive from the House of Wonders and the Old Fort, placing guests at the center of Zanzibar's cultural history. Shuttle service to Zanzibar International Airport and the ferry terminal is available within a 10-minute drive.

Rooms & Accommodations

The hotel offers 51 rooms and suites with ocean views and traditional Swahili-Arab decor, each including a private balcony and a hammock. Rooms feature satellite TV, a minibar, and a private bathroom with a bathtub and free toiletries, while some suites include wrap-around balconies. All rooms are air-conditioned and come with a mosquito net, and turn-down service is provided nightly.

Dining & Bars

The Terrace Seafood Restaurant on the rooftop serves grilled fish and local seafood with panoramic sunset views over the Indian Ocean. Baharia Restaurant offers both international and Swahili dishes for breakfast and dinner, while the Pool Terrace Bar and coffee shop provide drinks, snacks, and traditional pastries. Guests can also enjoy private dining on the beach, themed dinner nights, and a happy hour with live music.

Wellness & Activities

The on-site spa offers a range of treatments including full-body massages, facials, body scrubs, and couple's massage, plus a spa lounge and relaxation area. Guests can use the infinity outdoor pool overlooking the ocean, join yoga classes, or take part in bike tours, walking tours, and cooking classes organized by the hotel. Water sport facilities are available on site, and the hotel provides bicycle rental for exploring Stone Town.

Family & Services

Zanzibar Serena Hotel has a dedicated kids' pool, an indoor play area, and offers babysitting services for families traveling with children. The hotel organizes family-friendly cultural tours, including visits to Kidichi Persian Baths and the Freddie Mercury Museum, and provides an evening entertainment program with live music. Meeting and banquet facilities accommodate up to 40 guests, with a business centre and fax/photocopying services available.

  • Location: Seafront in UNESCO-listed Stone Town, 10 minutes from airport
  • Rooms: 51 suites with ocean-view balconies and traditional decor
  • Dining: Rooftop The Terrace Seafood Restaurant, Baharia Restaurant, Pool Terrace Bar
  • Wellness: Spa with massages, facials, body scrubs, and yoga classes
  • Activities: Bike tours, cooking classes, water sports, and live music
  • Family: Kids' pool, babysitting, indoor play area, family cultural tours
  • Business: Meeting rooms for up to 40 guests with business centre
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 12:00-23:59
from 09:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs USD 20.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:14
Former name
Zanzibar Serena Inn
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Rooms and availability

Executive King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Executive Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed1 Queen-size bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
Prime Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Sports trainer

Swimming pool

Infinity pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pedicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Make up services

Room view

  • Sea view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Zanzibar Serena Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 217 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.0 km
✈️ Distance to airport 8.1 km
🧳 Nearest airport Kisauni, ZNZ

Location

Shangani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania
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Shangani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania
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Shangani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Museum
Old Fort of Zanzibar
450 m
Historic Site
Stone Town
550 m
Kenyatta Road
Mercury House
290 m
Church
Christ Church Cathedral
440 m
Park
Forodhani Park
580 m
Kelele Square
120 m
Gallery
Hellen Art Gallery
140 m
Cathedral St
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral
400 m
Hamamni Street
Cultural Arts Centre Zanzibar
520 m
Princess Salme Museum at Emerson on Hurumzi
570 m
Gallery
The Beautiful Eyes
560 m
Zanzibar
Tippu Tip's House
80 m
Shangani
210 m
Shangani St
Mambo Msiige
140 m
Vuga
300 m
Restaurant
6 Degrees South Grill and Wine Bar
130 m
Restaurant
The Beach House Restaurant
50 m
Restaurant
Travellers Cafe
70 m
Restaurant
Buni
10 m
Restaurant
swaad restaurant
40 m
Restaurant
Stone Town Cafe
260 m
Restaurant
The Terrace at the Zanzibar Serena Inn
50 m

Reviews of Zanzibar Serena Hotel

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FAQ about Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at Zanzibar Serena Hotel hotel?
You can always visit one of the highly rated landmarks, Kelele Square, placed 900 meters from Zanzibar Serena Hotel hotel. Another landmark that is worth your while is Maruhubi Historical Sites located 10 minutes away by car.
Which landmarks are closest to Zanzibar Serena Hotel?
Guests of Zanzibar Serena Hotel can visit Mercury House (around 5 minutes' walk from the accommodation), or Forodhani Park placed 7 minutes' walk away.
Is there free parking in the 5-star Zanzibar Serena Hotel?
Yes, the 5-star Zanzibar Serena Hotel offers guests to park their cars at parking spaces for free.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the opulent 5-star Zanzibar Serena Hotel?
Unfortunately, the opulent 5-star Zanzibar Serena Hotel does not have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine just outside the property in a highly rated seafood restaurant The Floating Restaurant, offering medium prices.
Can I eat breakfast at the 5-star Zanzibar Serena Hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 5-star Zanzibar Serena Hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at this opulent hotel?
Guests of this opulent hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00. Late check-in is also possible by prior arrangement with the property.
What payment methods are accepted in the 5-star Zanzibar Serena Hotel hotel?
Payment methods in the 5-star Zanzibar Serena Hotel hotel include:
  • сash
  • American Express
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
What room types does the opulent 5-star Zanzibar Serena Hotel comprise?
The opulent 5-star Zanzibar Serena Hotel offers such room types as Superior Queen Room and Standard Queen Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the opulent 5-star Zanzibar Serena Hotel hotel?
Most rooms of the opulent 5-star Zanzibar Serena Hotel hotel include a balcony and a seating area as well as complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Which facilities are provided in the hotel?
Top locations of the hotel include a gift shop and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and 24-hour security service.
Do you have a pool at the opulent 5-star Zanzibar Serena Hotel?
Yes, the opulent 5-star Zanzibar Serena Hotel features a swimming pool.
What children services does the hotel offer?
Such services as babysitting will be very useful for guests staying at the hotel with their children.
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