Zanzibar Serena Hotel

5 stars
Kelele Square, Stone Town, P.O Box 4151, Zanzibar, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Zanzibar, Tanzania
8.5
Very good
based on 374 reviews
374 reviews
Thu 11/12
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Fri 12/12
1 room, 2 guests
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£167
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Nightly total
Double room
£167
Standard Room
£167
King room
£178
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Overview

Zanzibar Serena Hotel is situated on Zanzibar, and offers 5-star facilities, including a private beach. Close to restaurants and shops, the hotel provides a convenient base when in Zanzibar Town.

Zanzibar Serena Hotel offers a 24/7 reception, as well as 24-hour room service and an outdoor pool. For added convenience, it provides a kids club, a coffee bar and an express check-in and check-out feature.

The hotel features 51 air conditioned rooms equipped with all the necessities to ensure a comfortable stay. Wireless internet access, a telephone and a mini bar are also provided.

Specialising in seafood dishes, Zanzibar Serena Hotel's on-site restaurant serves a range of meals for guests to try. Packed lunches are available on request for those with day trips planned.

The hotel enjoys a superb location, allowing guests easy access to a range of popular sights and attractions. Zanzibar International Airport is less than a 10-minute car ride away, and an airport transfer is available on request.

8.5
Very good rating
Based on 374 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Thu 11/12
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King room
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£178
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Double room
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£167
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£201
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£7,385
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Superior room
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£220
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£243
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£272
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Standard Room
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£167
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£173
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£178
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Executive room
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£603
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£664
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£783
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Amenities at Zanzibar Serena Hotel

  • Private beach
  • Snorkelling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Entertainment staff
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Foot massage
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Conference rooms
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle hire
  • Fishing
  • Game room
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Evening entertainment
  • Cooking classes
  • Horse riding
  • Water sport facilities (on site)
  • Windsurfing

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Coffee machine

Basics

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

Outdoor

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Private beach
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Beach towels
  • Grill
  • Balcony

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

General

  • Family rooms
  • Lockers
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Telephone

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Mosquito net
  • 24-hour security
  • First-aid kit
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Child pool
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Indoor play area

Pool and spa

  • Infinity pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view
  • Massage

Laundry

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

Parking and transportation

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

Media and entertainment

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

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area
  • Accessible by lift

Bedroom

  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Reviews of Zanzibar Serena Hotel

8.5
Very good
374 verified ratings
Wonderful
239
Very good
63
Good
34
Okay
12
Fair
16
Mediocre
4
Poor
6

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the hotel's great location and friendly service, particularly highlighting the helpfulness of the staff. However, some reviews pointed out issues with room cleanliness and the quality of amenities, suggesting that improvements could be made in these areas.
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Location10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3.5 out of 10
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Location

Kelele Square, Stone Town, P.O Box 4151, Zanzibar, Tanzania, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Stone Town Beach285 yd
  • Old Fort430 yd
  • Forodhani Gardens0.3 mi
  • House of Wonders0.3 mi
  • Stone Town0.4 mi
  • Slave Chambers0.4 mi
  • Christ Church0.4 mi
  • Livingstone's House1.2 mi
  • Nakupenda Beach2.6 mi
  • Changuu Island3.3 mi
  • Cheetah's Rock7.2 mi
  • Chumbe Island8 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 12:00, check out anytime before 10:00

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

Essential information about Zanzibar Serena Hotel

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April
February
£259
£237
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 863% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Zanzibar Serena Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Zanzibar Serena Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and May.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Zanzibar Serena Hotel, plan to stay on a Sunday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Zanzibar Serena Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £223, while the most expensive was £253.
  • How long should you stay at Zanzibar Serena Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 days.

FAQs when booking at Zanzibar Serena Hotel

  • Where is Zanzibar Serena Hotel located?

    Zanzibar Serena Hotel is located at Kelele Square, Stone Town, P.O Box 4151, Zanzibar, Tanzania, 0.8 miles from the centre of Zanzibar. Stone Town Beach is the closest landmark to Zanzibar Serena Hotel.

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

    Check-in time is 12:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Zanzibar Serena Hotel.

  • Does Zanzibar Serena Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Zanzibar Serena Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Zanzibar Serena Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, Zanzibar Serena Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is Zanzibar Serena Hotel from the airport?

    Zanzibar Serena Hotel is 4.8 miles from Zanzibar Intl. Zanzibar Serena Hotel is 49.2 miles from Dar Es Salaam.

  • Does Zanzibar Serena Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, Zanzibar Serena Hotel has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Zanzibar Serena Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Zanzibar Serena 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 Zanzibar Serena 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 Zanzibar Serena Hotel.

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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.1
0.8 mi
Zanzibar Intl
4.8 mi

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