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Overview
Zanzibar Serena Hotel is a luxury heritage hotel located on the seafront in Stone Town, Zanzibar, overlooking the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean.
Restored from historic buildings, the hotel combines traditional Swahili architecture with modern comfort, featuring elegant interiors inspired by Zanzibar’s rich cultural heritage. Its central location provides easy access to Stone Town’s historic attractions, while offering a relaxing coastal retreat.
- Room Amenities
- Private balcony with Stone Town or Indian Ocean views
- Air conditioning
- King-size bed or twin beds (depending on room category)
- Mosquito net
- En-suite bathroom with bath and shower
- Bathroom amenities
- Satellite TV
- Minibar
- Tea and coffee-making facilities
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- In-room safe
- 24-hour room service
- Laundry and valet services
- Complimentary tea and coffee throughout the day
- Property & Wellness Facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Maisha Spa offering wellness treatments
- Beach access
- Ocean-view terraces
- Restaurant and bars
- Rooftop dining area
- Conference and event facilities
- Gift shop
- 24-hour reception
- Concierge services
- Laundry services
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Parking facilities
- Dining & Bars
- Baharia Restaurant – Offers international cuisine with Swahili-inspired flavors and fresh seafood in a relaxed coastal setting.
- Terrace Seafood Restaurant – Rooftop dining experience featuring fresh seafood and ocean views.
- Masahani Bar – Serves cocktails, wines, beers, and refreshments in a relaxed Swahili-inspired atmosphere.
- Seafood BBQ experiences
- Swahili Nights dining experience
- Romantic ocean-view dining
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner services
Activities & Services
Activities and experiences available at Zanzibar Serena Hotel include:
- Stone Town Heritage Tour
- Spice Tour
- Prison Island Visit
- Jozani Forest Tour
- Dolphin Safari
- Safari Blue Sea Experience
- Pange Sandbank Excursion
- Swimming in the pool
- Spa treatments at Maisha Spa
- Seafood BBQ experience
- Ocean-view dining experiences
- Honeymoon and romantic experiences
Reviews 1025+ From Tripadvisor
The view and the staff! Amazing! Wow! We were welcomed by Sultanei with a huge smile and delicious welcome drink. Then Fatma checked us in and answered all of our questions. Then we arrived to the most beautiful room. We didn’t want to leave. The room was spectacular and they thought of everything a guest might need. We continued and enjoyed a fabulous late lunch and Celine made sure we had everything we needed. Susanna gave us the best massage in the beautiful spa. She stayed late and accommodated our schedule. She went above and beyond. We only spent one night.
A Room with a View The Zanzibar Serena Hotel was a quiet oasis within a busy city. Our room was quiet and well appointed, with an amazing view of the pool and the ocean. We were there on Valentine’s Day, and they had restaurant seating by the pool and a buffet meal. The food was on par with other buffets we’ve experienced, but the staff and the service were incredible. There was a live band for us and it was a lot of fun.
Highly recommended! The Serena Hotel in Stone Town is probably the best hotel in all Zanzibar. Located directly on the sea, in the middle of the old town, its luxurious turn-of-the-century style makes you feel like you've been transported back decades to a time when travel was reserved for a small, privileged class. We received a warm welcome. The breakfast is excellent and leaves nothing to be desired, the afternoons invite you to relax by the pool or on the terrace, the rooftop restaurant is highly recommended and the sundowner right by the sea is unbeatable.
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Location
Zanzibar
Where
Arusha