Zanzibar Serena Hotel
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5-star hotel on Stone Town's seafront, set within a UNESCO World Heritage site
Dining
The Terrace Seafood Restaurant sits on an open-air rooftop overlooking the Indian Ocean, offering fresh local seafood and traditional Swahili dishes. Baharia Restaurant serves international cuisine alongside local favorites, with breakfast served in a room that opens directly onto the sea. The Pool Terrace Bar and coffee shop provide drinks, snacks, and traditional pastries, while guests can also enjoy themed dinner nights and happy hour at the bar.
Rooms & Amenities
Zanzibar Serena Inn offers 51 rooms and suites, each decorated with traditional Swahili furnishings and featuring a private bathroom with both bath and shower. Rooms include a satellite TV, mini bar, tea and coffee maker, and many offer balconies with ocean views or a hammock. The hotel has an infinity pool open all year, sun loungers, sun umbrellas, and direct access to the beach with water sport facilities on site.
Location & Cultural Heritage
Serena Hotel Zanzibar is located on the sea-front of ancient Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, within walking distance of major attractions such as the House of Wonders and the Old Fort. The hotel itself is housed in two historic buildings that blend Swahili, Arab, and colonial architectural styles. Organized walking tours and excursions explore local culture and history, with the National Museum of Zanzibar and Kidichi Persian Baths just a short trip away.
Spa & Wellness
The hotel's spa offers a full range of treatments including body scrubs, body treatments, facial treatments, and couples massage, all provided in dedicated spa facilities. A spa lounge and relaxation area is available, and guests can book spa/wellness packages that include access to yoga classes and a personal trainer. Additional services such as foot massage, hand massage, neck massage, and make-up services are also on offer.
Family & Business
Zanzibar Serena Hotel caters to families with a kids' pool, babysitting and child services, an indoor play area, a kid-friendly buffet, and themed dinner nights. For business travelers, the hotel provides conference and meeting facilities for up to 40 guests, a business centre, and fax/photocopying services. Additional services include airport shuttle, car hire, currency exchange, and 24-hour front desk with luggage storage.
- Dining: 3 on-site restaurants including rooftop seafood restaurant
- Rooms: 51 rooms and suites with ocean views
- Location: Heart of Stone Town, UNESCO World Heritage site
- Wellness: Spa with body scrubs, facials, yoga classes
- Family: Kids' pool, babysitting, indoor play area
- Business: Conference facilities for up to 40 guests
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed1 Queen Size Bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed1 Queen Size Bed
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Essential information about Zanzibar Serena Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 289 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 200 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 5.0 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Kisauni, ZNZ |
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