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 377 reviews
377 reviews
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1 room, 2 guests
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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 377 verified guest reviews

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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
377 verified ratings
Wonderful
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Very good
64
Good
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Okay
12
Fair
16
Mediocre
4
Poor
6

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location, friendly and helpful staff, and good cleanliness. However, many expressed concerns about the value for money, with some feeling that the facilities needed renovation and that the room sizes were smaller than expected. Overall, the positive aspects of the hotel, particularly the service and atmosphere, stood out despite some negative experiences.
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Location10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Bed Comfort8.5 out of 10
Value for Price3 out of 10
Room Size2.5 out of 10
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Location

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

What's nearby

  • Stone Town Beach261 m
  • Old Fort393 m
  • Forodhani Gardens0.4 km
  • House of Wonders0.5 km
  • Stone Town0.7 km
  • Slave Chambers0.7 km
  • Christ Church0.7 km
  • Livingstone's House1.9 km
  • Nakupenda Beach4.2 km
  • Changuu Island5.3 km
  • Cheetah's Rock11.5 km
  • Chumbe Island12.9 km

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Check-in/Check-out

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

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Zanzibar Serena Hotel

  • The cheapest price a room at Zanzibar Serena Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was €261, while the most expensive was €261.
  • How long should you stay at Zanzibar Serena Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

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, 1.3 km 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 7.8 km from Zanzibar Intl. Zanzibar Serena Hotel is 79.2 km 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?

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.1
1.3 km
Zanzibar Intl
7.8 km

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