Maru Maru Hotel

Gizenga St. Shangani, Zanzibar Town 394-400 Tanzania (TZA)
3.0 Star property
-6.16173439.189550
+1-800-219-2797
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Rates shown are nightly rates before taxes and do not necessarily reflect all discounts available. The chart provides the cheapest public rates available by room type.

Local attractions

Slave Market, The Old Fort, House of wonder, Sight seeing.

Landmarks and Location of Maru Maru Hotel

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Property description

Set in the heart of the UNESCO world heritage site of StoneTown, maru maru is just a few steps from the city's historical wonders, colourful markets and labyrinth of shops. Once a town house famous for its marble floors and tiles, it has now been lovingly restored to offer 51bright rooms blending classic Zanzibar style with iconic design and modern luxuries. Its roof terrace offers one of the best views in the city with a 360° panorama and is the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail as the sun melts into the Indian Ocean. The relaxed ambiance at maru maru continues long into the night as people come to enjoy the authentic north and south Indian fusion cuisine, view art in maru maru's gallery and enjoy the captivating sound of Tahareb music as it floats into the night.Unique Points Only hotel that is superbly located in the confluence of Indian ocean with a 360º view across the roofs of stone town to the attractions like house of wonders, Old fort & Forodhani garden and Indian ocean. The best south Indian chef on the island creating Dosa, Idly and modern flavors with Zanzibar spices. Heritage and first building with marble is steeped in history with deep ties to Stone Town's past, present & future. Also the only building in town with elevator. Value - 5* luxury at 3* prices without cutting corners. Just feel the towels. . .Only hotel to combine classic Zanzibar heritage and style with truly modern design and comforts.

Details / Other expenses

Check-in: 0200PM
Check-out: 1100AM
Year of last renovation: 2016
Floors: 3
Rooms: 51
Corridors: All rooms have interior hallways
Non-smoking rooms: 51
Rooms with disabled access:
Room windows: Windows do open
Cleaning frequency: Daily
Meeting rooms: 3 View spaces
Meeting space: 2464 sq. feet
Event space: Holds 100 people
Dist. to food/bars: On-site
Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: On-site
Dist. to the nearest gym: On-site
Lounge/Bar hours: 9am-11pm
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Cancellation Policy:We require minimum 21 days prior notice for any cancellation of individual bookings or else the following charges will be levied. •within 21 and 14 days of arrival 35% of total booking fee•within 13 and 8 da
Typical group deposit: 50
Total taxes: 15.00%
Total misc. fees: £0.74 GBP
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
VAT: Value Added Tax: 15.00 VAT % Exclusive
Resort/Hotel Fee: 1.00 Per Person

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • ATM
  • Baby facilities in room
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Car rental
  • Central location
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Dinner available
  • DVD Player
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Fax available
  • Generator for sleeping rooms
  • Generator for public spaces
  • Hairdryer available
  • Internet - wireless
  • Internet - ethernet
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Kitchenette in room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Licensed bar
  • Mini bar
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Private car parking
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Safe in rooms
  • Shower
  • Shows or evening entertainment
  • Spa
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • Terrace

Airport & shuttle information

Kisauni International Airport 15km. $15 up to max. 3 people one way, 4-6 people $20

Is there an airport shuttle? Sorry but no airport shuttle is available.

Breakfast information

Included in the price, Buffet/active station (Continental)

Pet friendly?

Sorry but pets are not allowed.

Parking information

Free

Internet/Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi

Suggested AI generated itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: Emerson Spice Tea House - Enjoy a rooftop breakfast with a view of Stone Town, 5 minutes walk
  • Lunch: Lukmaan Restaurant - Authentic Zanzibari cuisine in a bustling, local atmosphere, 10 minutes walk
  • Dinner: The Rock Restaurant Zanzibar - Unique dining experience on a rock in the ocean, 1 hour drive
  • Activity: Stone Town Walking Tour - Explore the rich history and architecture of Zanzibar's old town, starting right from your hotel
  • Day 2

  • Breakfast: Maru Maru Hotel - Start your day with a convenient and delicious breakfast at your hotel
  • Lunch: Forodhani Gardens - Sample local street food at this lively outdoor market, 5 minutes walk
  • Dinner: 6 Degrees South Grill and Wine Bar - Enjoy seafood and steaks with a view of the ocean, 10 minutes walk
  • Activity: Prison Island Tour - Visit the giant tortoises and snorkel in the clear waters, 30 minutes boat ride
  • Day 3

  • Breakfast: Zanzibar Coffee House - Indulge in a coffee and light breakfast in a cozy setting, 7 minutes walk
  • Lunch: The Silk Route - Savour Indian and Asian fusion dishes with a view, 15 minutes walk
  • Dinner: Upendo Zanzibar - Experience beachfront dining with fresh, innovative cuisine, 1 hour drive
  • Activity: Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park - Explore the forest, see the Red Colobus monkeys, and walk the mangrove boardwalk, 1 hour drive

Group vs. Individual Rates at Maru Maru Hotel

Rate fluctuations of Maru Maru Hotel

The graph above is trends of room rates for both group/meeting rates and the lowest online individual prices our rate checker could find at the time the group offer was placed. The most competitive group/meeting rate displayed is 20.9% in the month of August 2024 and the highest average individual rate is $134 in the month of December 2024. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Maru Maru Hotel in a month when rates are lower.

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Meeting rooms and event rooms at Maru Maru Hotel

Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at Maru Maru Hotel.

Feel free to use the Maru Maru Hotel meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in Zanzibar Town event planning for hotel rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, as well as negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting room name L x W x H
(Feet)
Size
(sq ft)
Event
5'/6
Event space layout
Crescent
Crescent tables layout
Classroom
Classroom meeting layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow square table layout
U-shape
U-shape meeting layout
Boardroom
Boardroom meeting space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention booth layout
Theatre
Theatre layout
Reception
Reception desk for meetings
Regist.
desk
Registration desk for meetings
Board Room 24 x 20 x 10 480--/----------18--/--------
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Board Room

Spacious, with modern facilities, our meeting rooms are elegantly designed to cater to all your business needs. We offer stylish yet practical meeting & event space in the heart of stone town. Located next to the Old Fort, we are within walking distance of the ferry and just 20 minutes by taxi from the airport. With 44 rooms, we can also accommodate large groups and offer a great value overnight delegate package. Our conference room presents of air conditioned, bright and practical space, which can be set-up and dressed according to your requirements. Our experienced catering team will work to your budget and ensure your event is stress-free and memorable for all the right reasons.
Room type:
Boardroom
Total size:
480 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
24 x 20 x 10 Ft
Floor level:
Ground level
Power outlets:
10
Windows:
2
Is there natural light?
No
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
Yes
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
  • Coffee / Tea Setup
  • Food / Beverage
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
Half-day space rental fee:
30.00 TZS
Full-day space rental fee:
45.00 TZS
Evening space rental fee:
30.00 TZS
24hr reservation rental fee for the space:
70.00 TZS
We offer various options for the pricing depends conference timing, menu, and other preferences. Below rates are for Minimum 10 person with morning tea/coffee with bites lunch evening tea/coffee with light snacks
Fountain 53 x 14 x 10 742--/----5030------/--100----
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Fountain

Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
742 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
53 x 14 x 10 Ft
Floor level:
Ground level
Power outlets:
15
Columns:
0
Windows:
3
Is there natural light?
Yes
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
Yes
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
Yes
Amenities available
  • Coffee / Tea Setup
  • Food / Beverage
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
Garden Wing 46 x 27 x 8 1242--/--50724840----/------6
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Garden Wing

Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
1242 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
46 x 27 x 8 Ft
Floor level:
1
Power outlets:
10
Windows:
4
Is there natural light?
Yes
Are there obstructions?
Yes
Are there built in screens?
Yes
Is there a built in stage?
Yes
Is there built in A/V?
Yes
Amenities available
  • Coffee / Tea Setup
  • Food / Beverage
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System

FAQs about Maru Maru Hotel

What time is check in?

Check in time is 0200PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 1100AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Maru Maru Hotel have?

There are 51 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

Is there any meeting space at Maru Maru Hotel?

Yes, they have 3 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Maru Maru Hotel?

Included in the price, Buffet/active station (Continental)

What parking is available at Maru Maru Hotel?

Free

How much does internet cost?

Free Wi-Fi

Can I get a group rate at Maru Maru Hotel?

Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 4.5%.

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