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Maru Maru Hotel
4 stars

Maru Maru Hotel

Plot No: 397 Gizenga Street Shangani, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Zanzibar, Tanzania
See location+255 774 007 002
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£61
Cheapest

rate per night

8.0
Very good
based on 1100 reviews
1,100 reviews
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Queen room
Deluxe room
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Family fun on the beach, near Old Fort Guests of this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a fitness center and spa services. Maru Maru Hotel offers 51 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 24-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include slippers and complimentary toiletries. This Zanzibar Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary newspapers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Rating
8.0
Very good
Based on 1,100 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Maru Maru Hotel

  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Open-air bath
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Walk-in shower

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

General

  • Family rooms
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Lockers
  • Storage available
  • Slippers
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Rooftop pool
  • Saltwater pool
  • Massage

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV
  • DVD player

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Trouser press
  • Iron and ironing board

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle hire
  • Scuba diving
  • Evening entertainment
  • Beauty salon

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Playground
  • Children's high chair

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products

Outdoor

  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Maru Maru Hotel

8.0
Very good
1100 verified ratings
Wonderful
477
Very good
274
Good
161
Okay
72
Fair
52
Mediocre
25
Poor
39
Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the hotel's great location, praising its proximity to central attractions and the beach. However, there were consistent complaints about the level of service, with many reviewers expressing dissatisfaction regarding the staff's attitude and responsiveness. Cleanliness was noted favorably, but several guests mentioned issues with noise, whether from construction or ongoing events, affecting their comfort during stay. Many felt that the value for money was lacking, considering the quality of service and conditions.
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Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Atmosphere4 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
Noise Level2 out of 10
Service1 out of 10
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Location

Plot No: 397 Gizenga Street Shangani, Stone Town, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Old Fort81 yd
  • House of Wonders96 yd
  • Forodhani Gardens174 yd
  • Stone Town Beach268 yd
  • Stone Town321 yd
  • Christ Church388 yd
  • Slave Chambers405 yd
  • Livingstone's House0.9 mi
  • Nakupenda Beach2.9 mi
  • Changuu Island3.3 mi
  • Cheetah's Rock7 mi
  • Chumbe Island8.1 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Maru Maru Hotel

Low season

May

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

£127

Average price (weekend night)

£81
Cheapest month to stay with an average 38% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 54% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Maru Maru Hotel

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Top tips for your stay at Maru Maru Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Maru Maru Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in May and April.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Maru Maru Hotel, plan to stay on a Saturday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Maru Maru Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £106, while the most expensive was £106.
  • How long should you stay at Maru Maru Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 5 days.
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FAQs when booking at Maru Maru Hotel

  • Where is Maru Maru Hotel located?

    Maru Maru Hotel is located at Plot No: 397 Gizenga Street Shangani, Stone Town, 0.6 miles from the centre of Zanzibar. Old Fort is the closest landmark to Maru Maru Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Maru Maru Hotel?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Maru Maru Hotel.

  • Does Maru Maru Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Maru Maru Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Maru Maru Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, Maru Maru Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is Maru Maru Hotel from the airport?

    Maru Maru Hotel is 4.8 miles from Zanzibar Intl. Maru Maru Hotel is 49.3 miles from Dar Es Salaam.

  • Does Maru Maru Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, Maru Maru Hotel has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Maru Maru Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Maru Maru Hotel in Zanzibar and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Maru Maru Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Maru Maru Hotel.

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