ZANZIBAR SERENA HOTEL - Zanzibar Town Kelele Square

Kelele Sq., Zanzibar Town, Tanzania

Near Zanzibar Night Market

9.0

Excellent

Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

It’s steps from Nakupenda and Shangani beaches and the Zanzibar Night Market, and offers a full outdoor pool with lifeguard and poolside bar, a full-service spa, two restaurants plus a coffee shop, complimentary daily reception, free WiFi, rooms with private balconies, and on-site activities like bicycle rentals and nearby snorkeling, windsurfing and horse riding.

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Free WiFi

Off-street parking

Pool umbrellas

Dry cleaning/laundry service

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Property Description

With a stay at Zanzibar Serena Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Zanzibar Town, steps from Shangani Beach and within a 10-minute walk of Forodhani Gardens. This beach hotel is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Slave Market and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Hamamni Persian Baths.

Grab a bite at Baharia Restaurant, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar.

Make yourself at home in one of the 51 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Old Fort of Zanzibar - 0.4 mi

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Zanzibar Town? This hotel has 621 square feet (58 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 12:00 PM - midnight

Check-Out 10:00 AM

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Total Taxes: 0.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Check-In Instructions:

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Amenities / Features

24-hour business center
24-hour front desk
Airport transportation (surcharge)
Arcade/game room
Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
Banquet hall
Beach sun loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Bicycle rentals on site
Business center
Check In: 12:00 PM - midnight
Check Out: 10:00 AM
Children's pool
Concierge services
Conference space
Conference space size (feet) - 621
Conference space size (meters) - 58
Couples/private dining
Designated smoking areas
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Fishing nearby
Free WiFi
Free newspapers in lobby
Free reception
Free self parking
Full-service spa
Garden
Gift shops or newsstand
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Laundry facilities
Library
Lifeguard on site
Luggage storage
Mosquito nets
Multilingual staff
No elevators
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Number of meeting rooms - 1
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Number of poolside bars - 1
Number of restaurants - 2
Off-street parking
Pets not allowed
Picnic area
Pool umbrellas
Porter/bellhop
Private picnics
Professional property host/manager
Proposal/romance packages available
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Service animals not allowed
Snack bar/deli
Snorkeling nearby
Spa treatment room(s)
Terrace
Tours/ticket assistance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Windsurfing nearby

Airport & Shuttle Info

Yes! There is an airport shuttle.

Local Shuttle Info:

Pet Friendly?

Pets are not allowed

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Airport shuttle fee: USD 90800 per person (one-way) Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Essential workers only - NO

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Start your day with breakfast at Stone Town Cafe, located in Stone Town, approximately 2 kilometers from Zanzibar Serena Hotel. They offer a variety of breakfast options in a cozy atmosphere.

Lunch For lunch, head to Forodhani Gardens Night Market in Stone Town, approximately 2 kilometers from Zanzibar Serena Hotel. Explore the vibrant food stalls and try local street food delicacies.

Dinner For dinner, you can visit The Rock Restaurant located on Michamvi Pingwe Beach, approximately 50 kilometers from Zanzibar Serena Hotel. Enjoy delicious seafood while dining in a unique setting on a rock in the ocean.

Activity Spend your day exploring the Prison Island, located off the coast of Stone Town, approximately 5 kilometers from Zanzibar Serena Hotel. Visit the giant tortoises and relax on the beautiful beaches.

Day 2

Breakfast Start your day with breakfast at Zanzibar Coffee House, located in Stone Town, approximately 2 kilometers from Zanzibar Serena Hotel. Enjoy freshly brewed coffee and delicious pastries.

Lunch For lunch, visit Emerson Spice Rooftop Tea House in Stone Town, approximately 2 kilometers from Zanzibar Serena Hotel. Indulge in a traditional Swahili lunch while enjoying panoramic views of the city.

Dinner For dinner, you can try the local flavors at Lukmaan Restaurant in Stone Town, approximately 2 kilometers from Zanzibar Serena Hotel. They serve authentic Zanzibari cuisine in a casual setting.

Activity Explore the Jozani Forest, located approximately 40 kilometers from Zanzibar Serena Hotel. Take a guided tour to spot the endangered red colobus monkeys and discover the unique flora and fauna of the forest.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Zanzibar Serena Hotel

What time is check in?

Check in time is 12:00 PM - midnight 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 10:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

Is there a pool at Zanzibar Serena Hotel?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property.