The low-rise, oceanside Zanzibar Serena Hotel was created from the careful restoration of two historic buildings and captured some of the style and atmosphere of times gone by. Both Arabic and Swahili influences can be seen here.
History is merged with modern facilities, and the first-class service gives a great guest experience to those seeking a high standard of accommodation. A fantastic oceanfront setting and the Terrace Seafood Restaurant are fantastic features of this establishment.
Interior decoration is inspired by the island’s Arabic and Swahili heritage. The Zanzibar Serena Hotel offers 51 rooms and suites, whose private balconies look out over the turquoise of the Indian Ocean.
From the Standard rooms to the opulence of the Presidential Suite, the Rooms at Zanzibar Serena Hotel provide a peaceful oasis, with the high ceilings and white walls adding to the sense of space and relaxation. Swahili charm and wooden louver doors contribute to the ambiance.
Up on the roof, the Terrace Seafood Restaurant provides diners with wonderful views over the ocean – the source of the wonderful seafood dishes served here. The Masahani Bar serves refreshing cocktails and hosts occasional performances by Taarab music bands.
The Baharia Restaurant at Zanzibar Serena Hotel tempts with its range of international dishes and traditional Swahili recipes – sometimes enhanced with a modern twist. And each week, guests delight at the Baharia’s Swahili banquet, organized by the pool.
24h-Electricity, Air condition, Baby cot, Balcony, Bathroom, Bedside lamps, Chair, Deluxe room, Digital safe, Double room, Dressing table, Family rooms, Flushable en-suite toilet, Hand towel, Indoor room seating area, Kettle, Luggage stand, Minibar, Mosquito net, Outdoor room seating area, Room service, Single room, Suite, Toiletries, Towels, TV, Twin room, Wardrobe with hangers, Water bottles, Wi-Fi, Writing desk
À la carte, Alcoholic drinks, Bar, Bed and Breakfast, Buffet, Cake, Champagne, Half board, Indoor dining area, Kid meals, Minibar, Outdoor dining area, Restaurant, Room service, Tea and Coffee maker, Wine
Daily housekeeping, Laundry, Ironing service
24-Hour security, CCTV in common areas, Digital safe, Fire extinguishers
Balcony, Beach view, City view, Sunset view, Swimming pool
Cash payment, Credit card payment, Massage, Spa and wellness center, Wi-Fi
The Zanzibar Serena Hotel is oceanfront, right in the heart of historic Stone Town, the principal city of Zanzibar. It is 7km from the airport.
Guests can check in to the Zanzibar Serena Hotel from 14.00 hours and should check out by 11.00 hours.
Guests at the Zanzibar Serena Hotel can choose from Standard, Prime, and Executive Rooms and the Presidential Suite.
Each individually styled room at the Zanzibar Serena Hotel features a bathroom with a hot water shower, air-conditioning, flat screen TV, minibar, four-poster bed, sitting room, private balcony with ocean views, free Wi-Fi, coffee/tea making facilities, bathrobe & slippers, room safe and 24-hour room service.
Yes, the Zanzibar Serena Hotel welcomes all children.
Guests at the Zanzibar Serena Hotel can enjoy several activities and excursions (note that extra charges may apply). These include a Stone Town Tour or visits to historical sites such as The Old Fort, People’s Palace Museum, Hamamni Persian Bath, Tippu Tip’s House, or the House of Wonders. Activities include the swimming pool, henna body painting, various health and beauty treatments, dhow trips, turtle and humpback whale watching, a dolphin tour, Spice Island tours, visits to the islands (Pemba, Grave Island, Prison Island, and Snake), diving on the Pemba Channel reefs, visit to the Jozani Forest Nature Reserve, visits to the Hamamni Baths, Chukwani, Mtoni, and Maruhubi.
Unfortunately, the tap water at the Zanzibar Serena Hotel is unsafe for drinking. Please use bottled mineral water for drinking or when brushing your teeth.
Yes, hot water is available at the Zanzibar Serena Hotel.
Yes, the Zanzibar Serena Hotel is a very safe place to stay.
Yes, there is Wi-Fi available at the Zanzibar Serena Hotel.
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry can be provided at the Zanzibar Serena Hotel at an extra charge
Guests at the Zanzibar Serena Hotel get great views of the ocean.
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