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Zanzibar Serena Hotel
5 stars

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Kelele Square, Stone Town, P.O Box 4151, Zanzibar, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Zanzibar, Tanzania
See location+255 242 233 051
From
R2 887
Cheapest

rate per night

8,6
Great
based on 295 reviews
295 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
R2 887
Superior room
R6 627
Double room
R7 633

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About Zanzibar Serena Hotel

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi, Breakfast, and Parking for free

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.

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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

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

Services and conveniences

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

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

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

Family friendly

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

Outdoor

  • Private beach
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach towels
  • Grill
  • Balcony

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
  • Disabled access

Bedroom

  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Reviews of Zanzibar Serena Hotel

8,6
Very Good295 verified reviews
4,4Couples
2,2Friends
3,9Solo
2,4Families
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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

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 Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Low season

April

High season

July

Average price (weeknight)

R6 136

Average price (weekend night)

R5 902
Cheapest month to stay with an average 34% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 27% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Zanzibar Serena Hotel

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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 February.
  • 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 Friday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Zanzibar Serena Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R7 817, while the most expensive was R7 817.
  • How long should you stay at Zanzibar Serena Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 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, 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 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 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 7,4 km from Zanzibar Kisauni. Zanzibar Serena Hotel is 79,1 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?

    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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Good to know

Value for money

7,9

Distance to city centre

1,3 km

Nearest airport

Zanzibar Kisauni

Distance to airport

7,8 km