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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Located on the sea-front of ancient Stone Town, Zanzibar Serena Inn offers 5-star accommodation with a view of the Indian Ocean. There is an outdoor pool with sun loungers, a café and 2 restaurants. Zanzibar Serena Inn offers free private parking. All rooms are decorated with traditional furnishings and feature a satellite TV, mini bar and a tea and coffee maker. Each has a private bathroom with a bath and shower with free toiletries. There is 24-hour room service and free Wi-Fi. The Terrace Seafood Restaurant features an open-air rooftop terrace and has ocean views. International and Swahili dishes are available at the Baharia Restaurant. The Pool Terrace Bar and coffee shop serve a wide selection of drinks, snacks and traditional pastries. Guests can relax and sunbathe poolside or on the beach. Other local activities include swimming, snorkelling, kayaking and diving. House of Wonders is a 5-minute drive away. Zanzibar International Airport and Zanzibar Ferry Terminal are within a 10-minute drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Annemarie
Australia“Incredible position overlooking the ocean and stunning sunsets. Close to all activities and restaurants around and nearby Stonetown. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful at all times. Restaurants and food were great and lovely position. Day...” - Gilbert
United Kingdom“Great location and good to have choice of fruits, cereals and someone frying omelettes, eggs for you.” - Michael United Kingdom“This is possibly my favourite hotel worldwide. It’s luxurious in a relaxed tropical way, and felt homely and welcoming. The location is incredible - it’s so close to the sea and there’s always something to see. The swimming pool is large and the...”
- Bernard
Austria“Old very stylish hotel. Great breakfast, amazing restaurant with sea view. Cosy room with view balcony and charming canopy bed with quality mosquito net.” - Lynda
New Zealand“The room was exquisite. Balcony on 2 sides with pool and sea views. Staff were fantastic. Food was great. Everyone genuinely friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend.” - Amelia United Kingdom“We had a fantastic stay, the staff were absolutely fantastic and made us feel so welcome as soon as we arrived. We arrived early morning from a long plane journey and they were incredibly welcoming. Big Yusef in particular went above and beyond...”
Rene
South Africa“The staff was very friendly. Location right by the sea you could constantly hear the ocean. The pool was amazing. Breakfast was absolutely delicious. My room overlooked the ocean... oh so beautiful.”- Edward United Kingdom“Great hotel with terrace overlooking the beach and lovely pool, Breakfast was fantastic and there was even an impromptu ceremony for a guest who was ceebrating their birthday.”
- Anne
Finland“The best was the staff from the reception to cleaners to restaurant/bar/pool/spa and concierge and the driver. Attentive, kind, polite and professional. And very funny. The location was great and within easy reach of places of interest to us. A...” - Jan United Kingdom“Hotel is right on the beach, room has a great view. Very quick to get into the main area”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Baharia
- CuisineAfrican • British • Indian • Pizza • Seafood • Local • Asian • Grill/BBQ
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Zanzibar Serena Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
