Maru Maru Hotel

397-400 Gizenga Street, Shahgani, Zanzibar, Tanzania - Cultural hub

Offering a shop and a restaurant, the 4-star Maru Maru Hotel Zanzibar lies in the Stone Town district of Zanzibar, around 400 metres from the historic Christ Church and around 5 minutes' walk from the Old Dispensary. Boasting a rooftop swimming pool, a treatment room, a Jacuzzi, and a massage chair, the hotel is located fairly close to the Forodhani Park.

Location

This Zanzibar hotel is about 5 km from Kisauni airport and 450 m from such cultural venues as the Sultan's Palace. The Maru Maru Zanzibar is just 0.8 km from - Eastern side of the island bus stop and within easy reach of the Mercury House. The accommodation also takes you to the Vikokotoni, which is 17 minutes' walk away.

Rooms

There are 51 rooms at the hotel, each of them has ironing equipment and air conditioning, as well as entertainment amenities such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Furnished with a writing desk, the rooms also have a mini-fridge-bar, coffee and tea making equipment. The bathroom is equipped with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with a hair dryer and bath sheets.

Food & Drinks

Guests can enjoy the rooftop bar on premises. You can dine at Mistress of Spices, only steps away from the Maru Maru.

Leisure & Activities

The property’s body scrub, pedicure, and manicure will ensure a nice stay. Diving, boating, and fishing are available on site or in the area. Guests are welcome to enjoy a head massage, a back massage, and a hand massage, and indulge themselves at a wellness centre.

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

  • Parking

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 98 per night
Check-in 1 May 2026
Check-out 2 May 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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    397-400 Gizenga Street, Shahgani, Zanzibar, Tanzania

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