Zanzibar Serena Hotel

P.O. Box 4151, Zanzibar, Tanzania - Seafront with history
4.5 882 reviews

With a location merely 7 minutes on foot from Forodhani Park, the opulent 5-star Zanzibar Serena Hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, late check-out, and wake-up calls. Situated right around the corner from the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar, the smoke-free hotel looks out onto the Indian Ocean.

Location

The hotel is located right in the centre of Zanzibar only 1.1 km from Vikokotoni and approximately 700 metres from Hamamni Persian Baths. The Peace Memorial Museum stands in proximity to the Serena Zanzibar. The nearby notable religious buildings include St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral, a mere 5 minutes on foot from the accommodation. Darajani Daladala Terminus bus station, allowing a good connection throughout the city, is not far from this Zanzibar hotel.

Rooms

Zanzibar Serena Hotel welcomes you to one of the 13 well-appointed rooms comprising a balcony and a seating area, and overlooking the sea. They are outfitted with a traditional decor.

Food & Drinks

The Indian Baharia restaurant serves British dishes. The property invites guests to the pool bar to relax with a drink and enjoy poolside views.

Leisure & Activities

There are a swimming pool and spa therapy available at additional cost. This hotel also provides live performances and cooking classes.

Why choose Zanzibar Serena Hotel

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  • Rooftop seafood restaurant views

  • Close to UNESCO sites

  • Private balconies with ocean views

  • Weekly Swahili banquets at pool

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • 24-hour services

  • Swimming Pool

  • Private beach

  • Sports activities

  • Spa and relaxation

  • On-site Dining

  • Meeting facilities

  • Child-friendly

  • Breakfast

  • Air conditioning

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour services
  • Swimming Pool
  • Private beach
  • Sports activities
  • Spa and relaxation
  • On-site Dining
  • Meeting facilities
  • Child-friendly
  • Breakfast
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Free parking

Shuttle

  • Paid airport shuttle

Activities

  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer
  • Fishing

Property services

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

Dining options

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

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Business facilities

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

For kids

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Recreation

  • Infinity pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pedicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Make up services

In the rooms

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

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 12:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
from 09:00 until 10:00

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From USD 250 per night
Check-in 19 Mar 2026
Check-out 20 Mar 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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    Guests 2 guests

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    Children:

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    P.O. Box 4151, Zanzibar, Tanzania

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    Zanzibar Serena Hotel
    Check-in:
    from 12:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    from 09:00 until 10:00