Maru Maru Hotel

Gizenga Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania - Cultural hub
8.1/10 · 999 reviews

Perched in the Stone Town district of Zanzibar, a mere 1.3 km from Vikokotoni, the 4-star Maru Maru Hotel Zanzibar offers a private art gallery. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, a treatment room and a Jacuzzi, the hotel is located just around the corner from Forodhani Park.

Location

Sultan's Palace is merely 400 metres from this Zanzibar hotel, while Kiponda is nestled merely 5 minutes' walk away. Cultural sights in the area include House of Wonders National Museum, which is 450 metres away. Guests might as well visit Jamhuri Gardens, which is approximately a 5-minute drive away. The Maru Maru Zanzibar is also fairly close to Cinema Afrique Business Center. The property is located 5 km from Kisauni airport and within a 600-metre distance of Garden bus stop.

Rooms

The hotel offers 51 rooms with a minibar, tea and coffee-making facilities, and such modern conveniences as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player. An ironing set and air conditioning are featured for guests' comfort. Offering a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, the bathrooms are also fitted with hair dryers and bath sheets.

Food & Drinks

The rooftop bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay. The Maru Maru is right around the corner from Mistress of Spices and offers a broad selection of meals.

Leisure & Activities

For relaxation, guests can benefit from a sunbathing terrace, playground, and spa services, as well as join fitness classes or play badminton. Car hire are available at this accommodation and the area is popular for snorkelling, diving, and boating.

Why choose Maru Maru Hotel Zanzibar

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  • Rooftop terrace with panoramic views

  • Diverse dining options available onsite

  • Well-equipped fitness center on-site

  • Conference facilities for business events

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • 24-hour services

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Swimming Pool

  • Fitness/Gym

  • Sports activities

  • Spa and relaxation

  • On-site Dining

  • Meeting facilities

  • No Smoking

  • Child-friendly

  • Wheelchair access

  • Breakfast

  • Air conditioning

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour services
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Swimming Pool
  • Fitness/Gym
  • Sports activities
  • Spa and relaxation
  • On-site Dining
  • Meeting facilities
  • No Smoking
  • Child-friendly
  • Wheelchair access
  • Breakfast
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Free parking
  • Off-site car park

Shuttle

  • Paid airport shuttle

Activities

  • Fitness centre
  • Badminton

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Hairdresser
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining options

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Dinner
  • Special diet menus

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Business facilities

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

For kids

  • Cots
  • Children's menu
  • Children's play area

Recreation

  • Rooftop pool
  • Saltwater pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Open-air bath
  • Make up services

For disabled guests

  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

In the bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

General facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
until 11:00

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From USD 94 per night
Check-in 4 Nov 2026
Check-out 5 Nov 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Gizenga Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania

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          Guests 2 guests

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          2

          Children:

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          Maru Maru Hotel
          Check-in:
          from 14:00 until 23:59
          Check-out:
          until 11:00