Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Shangani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar City, Tanzania – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.6/10! (score from 186 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Location and the old world vibe .. the staff were very friendly. Suleiman, the greeter, always welcoming .. and Hawa, housekeeper for our wing was so helpful and attentive.. the staff at the dining room were great too .. breakfast buffet offered a lot of choices and all were great .. dinning room menu could be a little more interesting Beds were very comfortable and linens crisp
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Located on the sea-front of ancient Stone Town, Zanzibar Serena Inn offers 5-star accommodations with a view of the Indian Ocean. There is an outdoor pool with sun loungers, a café and 2 restaurants. Zanzibar Serena Inn offers free private parking. All rooms are decorated with traditional furnishings and feature a satellite TV, mini bar and a tea and coffee maker. Each has a private bathroom with a bath and shower with free toiletries. There is 24-hour room service and free Wi-Fi. The Terrace Seafood Restaurant features an open-air rooftop terrace and has ocean views. International and Swahili dishes are available at the Baharia Restaurant. The Pool Terrace Bar and coffee shop serve a wide selection of drinks, snacks and traditional pastries. Guests can relax and sunbathe poolside or on the beach. Other local activities include swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and diving. House of Wonders is a 5-minute drive away. Zanzibar International Airport and Zanzibar Ferry Terminal are within a 10-minute drive away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Zanzibar Serena Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since May 21, 2012- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Very Good Breakfast
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- Bita
Canada“Location and the old world vibe .. the staff were very friendly. Suleiman, the greeter, always welcoming .. and Hawa, housekeeper for our wing was so helpful and attentive.. the staff at the dining room were great too .. breakfast buffet offered a...” - SSaira
United States of America“The property was clean and very well maintained. Service was excellent. Staff was welcoming. Managerand staff were very welcoming and did their best to make our stay comfortable.” 
Aisha
United Arab Emirates“The friendliest staff. They make you feel like you're at home. The hotel has a lovely African vibe to it as opposed to a westernized vibe, which is why I highly recommend you to stay there. Plus, it has an unbeatable view of the ocean, and you can...”- DawnUnited States of America“Staff was very nice and attentive. Food was good and the view was awesome.”
JoseUnited States of America“I was picked up on time from the airport with a welcoming sign. I was then welcomed with fresh made Juice and nothing but great smiles as I was checking in. They checked in with me throughout the stay to ensure I was always taken care of. This...”- Giovanna
Indonesia“the Hotel has history and they have kept the old World Charm . Beach front with fabulist views” - AlexUnited Arab Emirates“The staff is the best thing about the hotel. always extremely friendly and caring 24/7.”
BbUnited States of America“Great location for exploring Stone Town or watching the sunset on the beach. balcony or pool, interesting architecture and furnishings, attentive staff.”
SaifUnited Arab Emirates“the staff are very friendly and helpful. but unfortunately there was no easy access to the beach. but the rooms are nice”- JacobUnited States of America“the entire property held onto a unique cultural vibe of the many influences of Zanzibar while at the same time having all the modern amenities of a nice clean, professionally run luxury hotel anywhere in the world. All the negative comments in the...”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
is it possible to go to the beach on foot from the hotel ?
we are on the beach - the beach is just in-front of the hotelAnswered on 22 December 2020If we want to keep our room until 1am in the morning (we have a night flight), what would the charge be?
Dear Esteemed Customer, thank you for your enquiry,please note we can offer a day room at $102 till that time, kindly advise the way forwardAnswered on 14 May 2021May you please kindly advise on the activities that the hotel offers. If none please recommend a place closer to the hotel. Thanks.
ACTIVITIES ORGANIZED BY THE HOTEL AND FOUND ONLY IN ZANZIBAR Stone town is the historical and cultural heart of Zanzibar (a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SI..Answered on 14 February 2020Can I have room for 2 persons and anther extra bed for a 3ed person?
Greetings from Zanzibar. yes we do have the availability - we could make use of the suite adding extra bed at the leaving area. thanks for choosing SerenaAnswered on 11 October 2020When is the best time to visit your property for the perfect beach holiday?
thank you for your valued question, it is from mid july to September and December to end of February.Answered on 17 October 2019Can we have one big double bed instead of twin beds?
yes that is possible.Answered on 13 February 2022- Still looking?
Hotel area info *
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Baharia
- CuisineAfrican • British • Indian • Pizza • Seafood • Local • Asian • Grill/BBQ
Amenities of Zanzibar Serena HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.5
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Very Good Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Wardrobe or closet
- View
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Clothes rack
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Live music/Performance
- Cooking class
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Themed dinnersAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Beach
- Evening entertainment
- Water sports facilities on siteAdditional charge
- Entertainment staff
- SnorkelingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Horseback ridingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- CanoeingOff-site
- WindsurfingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Game room
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Sitting area
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
- Coffee house on site
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Lockers
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
- Indoor play area
- Babysitting/Child servicesAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit pressAdditional charge
- Ironing service
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Business center
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Mosquito net
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Car rental
- Packed lunches
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Infinity pool
- Kids' pool
- Personal trainer
- Yoga classes
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples' massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Spa facilities
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Pedicure
- Makeup services
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty services
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- MassageAdditional charge
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Zanzibar Serena Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Please inform Zanzibar Serena Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
FAQs about Zanzibar Serena Hotel
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Zanzibar Serena Hotel is 1.5 miles from the center of Zanzibar City. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Guests staying at Zanzibar Serena Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish
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The prices at Zanzibar Serena Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Zanzibar Serena Hotel has 1 restaurant:
- Baharia
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Zanzibar Serena Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Cycling
- Game room
- Snorkeling
- Diving
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Windsurfing
- Evening entertainment
- Beachfront
- Beach
- Bike tours
- Beauty services
- Walking tours
- Bicycle rental
- Cooking class
- Horseback riding
- Personal trainer
- Swimming pool
- Happy hour
- Facial treatments
- Water sports facilities on site
- Waxing services
- Live music/Performance
- Makeup services
- Themed dinners
- Pedicure
- Tour or class about local culture
- Body treatments
- Body scrub
- Spa facilities
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Back massage
- Neck massage
- Foot massage
- Couples' massage
- Head massage
- Hand massage
- Full-body massage
- Entertainment staff
- Yoga classes
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Check-in at Zanzibar Serena Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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Yes, Zanzibar Serena Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Room options at Zanzibar Serena Hotel include:
- Double
- Twin/Double
