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About the Hotel

Shangani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania

Located merely a 9-minute stroll from Hurumzi Street, the opulent 5-star Zanzibar Serena Hotel ensures hassle-free stays by offering a 24-hour front desk, late check-out, and wake-up calls. The smoke-free hotel is in the Stone Town district, 4.7 km from such natural sights as Nakupenda Beach.

Location

This Zanzibar hotel is situated 950 m from Old Slave Market and right around the corner from Mercury House. The accommodation is a mere 13 minutes on foot from Darajani Market in Zanzibar.

There is Vikokotoni only 1.1 km away, and Darajani Daladala Terminus bus station is in proximity to the hotel.

For those travelling from afar, Kisauni airport is 10 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

Some of the 51 non-smoking rooms at the Serena Zanzibar are furnished with a writing table, and appointed with a minibar fridge, tea and coffee making equipment. Separate bathrooms also include a shower cap and bath sheets. Guests can enjoy views of the pool.

Eat & Drink

The Serena offers a menu of local cuisine, which you can taste in the pizza Baharia restaurant. Drinks are available at the pool bar. There is a seafood restaurant serving African food just 550 metres away.

Leisure & Business

A swimming pool and spa therapy are offered at this Zanzibar property for an extra charge. The Serena Zanzibar has an own beach area with lounge chairs. Guests are welcome to relax at a full-service spa and a spa salon offered on site. There is meeting rooms and a conference space available for corporate travellers.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Superior Double Room Sea View
Max:
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Sea view
Shower
Bathtub
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Standard Double Room
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2 persons
280 sq. feet 
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1 King-size bed
Pool view
Shower
Bathtub
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Executive Suite
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2 persons
625 sq. feet 
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1 King-size bed
Shower
Bathtub
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Getting around

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City Centre
Zanzibar2700 ft
Airports
Kisauni (ZNZ) 5.0 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Currency exchange
  • Coffee shop
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pedicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Make up services

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

Shangani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania
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Shangani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Nearby
Museum
Old Fort of Zanzibar
1500 ft
Historic Site
Stone Town
1900 ft
Kenyatta Road
Mercury House
1000 ft
Church
Christ Church Cathedral
1500 ft
Park
Forodhani Park
2000 ft
Kelele Square
400 ft
Gallery
Hellen Art Gallery
500 ft
Cathedral St
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral
1400 ft
Hamamni Street
Cultural Arts Centre Zanzibar
1800 ft
Princess Salme Museum at Emerson on Hurumzi
2000 ft
Gallery
The Beautiful Eyes
1900 ft
Zanzibar
Tippu Tip's House
400 ft
Shangani
800 ft
Shangani St
Mambo Msiige
500 ft
Vuga
1100 ft
Restaurants
Travellers Cafe
300 ft
Kelele Square
Buni
100 ft
Shangani Street
Sunset Bar at the Africa House
600 ft
Shangani Street
swaad restaurant
200 ft
Shangani St Shangani
Taarab Restaurant
500 ft
90 / 90A Shanghani St DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Zanzibar
Stone Town Cafe
900 ft
Kenyatta Road Shangani River
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