Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Shangani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania - Seafront location
4.5/5
· 882 reviews

Boasting access to a wellness area and a full-service spa, the opulent Zanzibar Serena Hotel lies in the Stone Town district of Zanzibar, around 10 minutes' walk from Jamhuri Gardens. Boasting a location in the vicinity of the Sultan's Palace, the 5-star hotel offers 13 rooms and a lounge bar onsite.

Location

At the hotel, you'll be just 1 km from the Old Dispensary and a mere 0.9 km from Kelele Square. The Serena is right near the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar and 5 km from Kisauni airport. The property is situated approximately 5 minutes by car from the Darajani Market, and Darajani Daladala Terminus bus station lies about a 10-minute walk away.

Rooms

The air-conditioned rooms have a balcony and a sitting area equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as an air conditioner. Also, there is a safe box, a minibar fridge and coffee/tea making equipment provided. For your comfort, you will find a separate toilet and a shower, along with hair dryers and bath sheets. Guests can take advantage of views of the pool.

Food & Drinks

The Serena Zanzibar serves a delightful daily breakfast. Specialising in Asian cuisine, Baharia restaurant also looks over the ocean.

Leisure & Activities

This Zanzibar hotel includes a swimming pool and spa therapy available for an additional charge. Such entertainment events as live performances and cooking classes arranged at the Serena. Finally, the accommodation houses a meeting room and a business centre featuring conference facilities and a photocopy machine.

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

  • 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
  • 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

  • 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 281 per night
Check-in 25 May 2026
Check-out 26 May 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
All rates verified
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Location of Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Shangani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania

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    From USD 281 per night
    Check-in 25 May 2026
    Check-out 26 May 2026
    Guests 2 guests

    Adults:

    2

    Children:

    0
    All rates verified
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    Check-in & out
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    26 May 2026
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    from 12:00 until 23:59
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    from 09:00 until 10:00