Zanzibar Serena Hotel

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Zanzibar Serena Hotel
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Overview

Situated about 5 minutes by car from Victoria Gardens and just 0.7 km from House of Wonders National Museum, the opulent Zanzibar Serena Hotel welcomes guests with a full-service spa and a wellness centre. Offering a banquet hall, the 5-star hotel is just near the Mercury House.

Location

This Zanzibar hotel is 5 km from Kisauni airport and approximately 10 minutes' walk from the historic Christ Church. The Serena Zanzibar provides easy access to Hurumzi Street, which is merely 0.8 km away. There is the Malindi 16 minutes' walk away, while Darajani Daladala Terminus bus station is within a few blocks of the accommodation.

Rooms

The air-conditioned rooms at the hotel combine such comforts as an air conditioner with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They also comprise a balcony and a seating area. The view of the pool and the traditional furniture are provided there. Nice touches include a separate toilet and a shower, along with a hairdryer and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

Baharia is an in-house Asian restaurant, serving African dishes. There is also a lounge bar.

Leisure & Business

A swimming pool and spa therapy are available at additional cost as well. At Zanzibar Serena Hotel, guests can choose from a sundeck and barbecue. Business travellers are welcome to use conference facilities and a photocopy machine provided at a conference room and a business centre on site.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 12:00-23:59
from 09:00-10:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Other information
Breakfast
At the hotel Zanzibar Serena guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:13
Former name
Zanzibar Serena Inn
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Rooms and availability

Executive Suite
  • Room size:

    58 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
Superior Double Room Sea View
  • Room size:

    28 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
Standard Double Room
  • Room size:

    26 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub

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 160 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.0 km
🗺️ Location rating 9.6
✈️ Distance to airport 8.1 km
🧳 Nearest airport Kisauni, ZNZ

Location

Address
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Shangani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania
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Shangani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Museum
Old Fort of Zanzibar
450 m
Park
Forodhani Park
580 m
Historic Site
Stone Town
550 m
Kenyatta Road
Mercury House
290 m
Forodhani Gardens
420 m
Gallery
Hellen Art Gallery
150 m
Cathedral St
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral
400 m
Princess Salme Museum at Emerson on Hurumzi
580 m
Gallery
The Beautiful Eyes
570 m
Hamamni Street
Cultural Arts Centre Zanzibar
530 m
Zanzibar
Tippu Tip's House
100 m
Shangani
220 m
Restaurant
Travellers Cafe
70 m
Restaurant
Buni
10 m
Restaurant
Sunset Bar at the Africa House
180 m
Restaurant
swaad restaurant
40 m
Restaurant
Taarab Restaurant
150 m
Restaurant
Stone Town Cafe
260 m

Reviews of Zanzibar Serena Hotel

8.5 /10
Great
358 reviews
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  • J
    Jason
    United States
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 09 Dec
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    ocean views
    excellent breakfast
    small room

    Beautiful ocean views and excellent breakfast, but rooms felt too small for the price.

    Standard Double Room
  • A
    Antony
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 08 Dec
    Perfect
    9.0

    Thanks very much for the very nice stay, no reason to complain. The place is peaceful and perfectly clean, everything is perfect, it should have higher than 5 star rating. The location is beautiful, and the staff is really helpful. 10 minutes drive to the airport, it is located on the waterfront in Stone Town. The hotel provided a very good customer service during our trip...

    Nothings.

  • R
    Ronald
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 06 Dec
    Very good
    7.0

    The location is stunning, the breakfast is incredible. Stone Town district is worth seeing. The twin room overlooks the sea and includes an electric kettle and glassware👌

  • J
    J.
    United States
    left 12 reviews
    Wrote a review on 14 Nov
    Needs improvement
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location5.0
    Rooms5.0
    Service5.0
    Dining5.0
    5.0
    service issue

    The food was inconsistent and service lacking.

    Standard Double Room
  • D
    Dorothy
    United States
    Wrote a review on 12 Nov
    Perfect
    9.0

    The breakfasts is incredible with variety of food. Amazing service, they provide a free parking and free Wi-Fi...

  • D
    David
    United States
    Wrote a review on 11 Nov
    Very good
    7.2

    We were in Zanzibar for 3 days, had relaxing stay, the hotel was reasonably clean with gorgeous location on a fantastically beautiful island. Location: the property was next to Stone Town at a couple of blocks from the Main Street and places to visit, the beach and the Indian Ocean and be served lunch.

  • S
    Sam
    United States
    left 5 reviews
    Wrote a review on 02 Sept
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service10.0
    Dining9.0
    9.0
    kind staff
    infinity pool

    I keep coming back because this place suits me perfectly! Excellent amenities like in-room breakfast, free wi-fi, and an infinity pool. The staff was kind, especially during my first visit when they helped my elderly parents with such warmth.

    Superior Double Room Sea View
  • R
    Ron
    United States
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 02 Sept
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service10.0
    Dining10.0
    9.0
    seafood set menu
    ocean views
    noisy clubs
    inconvenient nights

    The seafood set menu was lovely 😍 Pairing Piri piri prawns with fine ocean views was a highlight of my stay. Rooms were lovely, but the noise from nearby clubs at night was annoying.

    Superior Double Or Twin Room With Sea View
  • Wrote a review on 01 Sept
    Great
    8.6

    Charmed by the sea. The view of the sea with sailboats. Although its a large hotel, it does not seem chunky (like the neighboring Hyatt). Had luck with the room, bright and in the upper floor. Great view during lunch in the restaurant.

  • Wrote a review on 30 Aug
    Perfect
    9.4

    Excellent location historical building interior design nice furniture helpfully personel

    Quality of food for the prices you pay

  • S
    Stephen
    United States
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on 22 Aug
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service10.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    amazing view
    delicious breakfast
    accessibility issue

    Charming atmosphere and great service

    The breakfast was a standout with delicious local dishes and fresh options daily. The staff were friendly and provided attentive service throughout my visit.

    Superior Double Room Sea View
  • S
    Sam
    United States
    left 12 reviews
    Wrote a review on 14 Aug
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service10.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    fine views
    friendly staff
    hot water issue

    We explored the captivating Stone Town and visited Prison Island. The views were fine, and the staff were genuinely friendly. Breakfast was delicious, and the location is perfect for sightseeing. Just a heads up, the hotel could benefit from a gym.

    Unfortunately, we faced an issue with hot water . Though the manager handled it well, it was still a little inconvenient.

    Superior Double Room With Sea View
  • B
    Ben
    United States
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on 14 Aug
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service10.0
    Dining9.0
    9.0
    fine interiors
    comfortable navigation
    cultural decor
    limited seating
    common area comfort

    I greatly appreciated the fine wooden interiors and rich cultural decor throughout the hotel. The common areas were beautifully designed, essential for seniors like myself.

    More seating in common areas would be helpful.

    Superior Double Room Sea View
  • P
    Peter
    United States
    left 4 reviews
    Wrote a review on 01 Aug
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining10.0
    10
    ocean view
    quality breakfast
    attentive service
    coffee shop location

    the coffee shop was located right by the ocean 🌊, which was a lovely spot to sip on drinks. breakfast quality was top-notch and served early, perfect for early risers! the service from the staff was also welcoming and attentive.

    Superior Double Room With Sea View
  • F
    Frank
    United States
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 01 Aug
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service7.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    ocean view
    rooftop terrace
    pool area
    water pressure

    Enjoyed fine ocean views from the balcony and the rooftop terrace served up a fantastic seafood menu. The pool area offers plenty of sunbeds.

    The water pressure in the shower was weak, and housekeeping arrived to find empty body lotion and conditioner bottles-prompt response in replenishing but could use attention before check-in. The noise from the nearby Sunset Bar could disturb sensitive sleepers, especially those in southern flank rooms.

    Standard Double Room

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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