Zanzibar Serena Hotel

P.O. Box 4151, Zanzibar, Tanzania - Seafront location
4.5 882 reviews

The opulent Zanzibar Serena Hotel, located nearly a 5-minute walk from Mercury House, boasts 13 air-conditioned rooms. Boasting a pizza restaurant, this 5-star smoke-free hotel is available in the vicinity of House of Wonders National Museum.

Location

Nakupenda Beach is 4.7 km from the hotel, while Old Dispensary Medical Center is nestled merely 1 km away. Historical sights here include the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar, which stands near the Serena Zanzibar. There is Vikokotoni a 14-minute stroll away, and Darajani Daladala Terminus bus station is within 10 minutes' walk of the property.

Rooms

The non-smoking rooms have a balcony and a seating area, and some of them face the sea. They come equipped with a mini-fridge-bar, tea and coffee-making facilities for self-catering along with complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for business and leisure.

Food & Drinks

Culinary options also include Baharia restaurant, which offers Asian cuisine in a warm ambiance. Guests can relax at the on-site poolside bar. It also looks onto the poolside. Zanzibar Serena Hotel features a seafood restaurant nearby, where guests can enjoy a variety of African cuisine.

Leisure & Activities

This Zanzibar hotel includes a swimming pool and spa therapy available for an additional charge. The on-site entertainment comprises live performances and cooking classes.

Why choose Zanzibar Serena Hotel

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  • Rooftop seafood restaurant with views

  • Weekly Swahili banquets by the pool

  • Private balconies with ocean views

  • Historic buildings featuring Swahili style

Main amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • 24-hour services

  • Swimming Pool

  • Private beach

  • Sports activities

  • Spa and relaxation

  • On-site Dining

  • Meeting facilities

  • Child-friendly

  • Breakfast

  • Air conditioning

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour services
  • Swimming Pool
  • Private beach
  • Sports activities
  • Spa and relaxation
  • On-site Dining
  • Meeting facilities
  • Child-friendly
  • Breakfast
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking

Shuttle

  • Paid airport shuttle

Activities

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

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Currency exchange
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining options

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

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Business facilities

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

For kids

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

Recreation

  • 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

In the rooms

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

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 12:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
from 09:00 until 10:00

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From USD 1044 per night
Check-in 14 Feb 2026
Check-out 15 Feb 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0

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P.O. Box 4151, Zanzibar, Tanzania

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    P.O. Box 4151, Zanzibar, Tanzania

    Important information
    Zanzibar Serena Hotel
    Check-in:
    from 12:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    from 09:00 until 10:00