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Zanzibar Serena Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, lifeguards on site
Terrace/patio
Honeymoon Suite | View from room
View from property
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

Explore the area

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Kelele Square, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town
  • Place, Shangani Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Forodhani Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬
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Room options

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Standard Double room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ocean View

  • 301 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Suite | Living room | 21-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Executive Suite

  • 624 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2

Sea View Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Double Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Premium Double Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Single Prime Suite For Single Use

  • Sleeps 1

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Living area | 21-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Zanzibar Town

Located in Stone Town, Zanzibar Serena Hotel is next to popular attractions like Nakupenda Beach and Shangani Beach. This 5-star hotel welcomes guests with 51 rooms and conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi. Centrally located in Zanzibar Town, the hotel is connected to a shopping center and also a short walk from Old Fort and Forodhani Gardens.

What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Old Fort - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Slave Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪6 Degrees South - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Zanzibar Serena Hotel features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 90800 per person one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and concierge services. Other amenities at this beach hotel include free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a 24-hour business center.
21-inch LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Other standard amenities include balconies, minibars, and coffee makers.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

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

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Baharia Restaurant
  • Terrace Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 621 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Lifeguards
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 90800 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: noon—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number Z0000010668

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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Hotel Serena Zanzibar
Serena Hotel Zanzibar
Serena Zanzibar
Serena Zanzibar Hotel
Zanzibar Serena
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Zanzibar Serena Hotel Hotel
Zanzibar Serena Hotel Zanzibar Town
Zanzibar Serena Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Zanzibar Serena Hotel?

Zanzibar Serena Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Zanzibar Serena Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Stone Town, just steps from Nakupenda Beach and Shangani Beach, and within a short walk of Old Fort. You'll also find Forodhani Gardens and Slave Market less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Zanzibar Serena Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa available at Zanzibar Serena Hotel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include couples treatments, mani/pedis, body treatments, and massages.

Does Zanzibar Serena Hotel feature a casino?

No, Zanzibar Serena Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Zanzibar Serena Hotel?

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

Is Zanzibar Serena Hotel good for couples?

At this beachfront hotel, there are many amenities for couples, including Champagne service and in-room massages in each guestroom with some featuring ocean views.

Does Zanzibar Serena Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Zanzibar Serena Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Zanzibar Serena Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves breakfast for a surcharge.

Will Zanzibar Serena Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Zanzibar Serena Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Zanzibar Serena Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Zanzibar Serena Hotel?

The closest major airport to Zanzibar Serena Hotel is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is 4.9 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Zanzibar Serena Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at Zanzibar Serena Hotel comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or pool views.

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