Idyllically situated on the sea-front of ancient Stone Town, and flanked by an exotic mix of sultan's palaces, Portuguese forts, ancient dhow harbours, and bright bazaars, the Zanzibar Serena Hotel is a haven of tranquility and opulence amongst the bustle of one of Africa's most ancient and most enchanting towns.

Accomodation

We offer a choice of luxury Stone Town accommodation including Standard Rooms, Prime Rooms or Suites.All our luxury Zanzibar accommodation options are equipped with: 24-hour room service, air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, direct-dial phone, in-room satellite TV, mini bar, private safe, 240V/3 pin (square)sockets and shaver sockets, hair driers, mosquito nets, bathrobe and slippers, umbrellas, porter/concierge, airport shuttle and limousine service.

While most of our rooms are designated non-smoking, a number of rooms are available for smokers, but these should be booked in advance.

Rooms

Executive Suites

Spacious and luxurious the fabulous Executive Suites offer a magnificent bedroom with four-poster bed, a sumptuous bathroom (with bath and shower) and a delightfully relaxing sitting room (with TV and private bar), which opens onto a magnificent L-shaped balcony with panoramic ocean views, its own al fresco cocktail area, and a deliciously romantic double hammock.

Amenity

  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Mini-bar

Connectivity

  • Direct Dial Telephone
The palatial Presidential Suite

Enjoying glorious Indian Ocean views from its magnificent L-shaped terrace, the Presidential Suite offers the ultimate in spacious and secluded accommodation in Zanzibar. Boasting a regal reception room (with TV and private bar) and a palatial bedroom with king-sized four-poster, this exclusive suite also offers a supremely generous balcony, ideally suited to private cocktails or dining a deux.

Amenity

  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Mini-bar

Connectivity

  • Direct Dial Telephone
State Suite

Honeymoon Suites don't get much better than this. Abounding in cushion-strewn Lamu beds, softly lit by brass lanterns, and enjoying a private sitting room and a delightfully spacious paneled balcony with Indian Ocean panoramas and its own double hammock, the Honeymoon Suite also boasts an unashamedly romantic ensuite bedroom subtly presented in soft cream and ocean blue.

Amenity

  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Mini-bar

Connectivity

  • Direct Dial Telephone
Prime View Room

Our exceptionally spacious Prime Rooms are presented in traditional Swahili style featuring traditional niches, fretwork cabinets and brightly coloured coastal cotton soft furnishings in cool blue. The four-poster beds are draped in mosquito nets and are generously king-sized.

Amenity

  • Hair Dryer
  • Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Umbrellas
  • Private Safe
  • Bathrobe and Slippers
  • Air-conditioning
  • Mosquito Nets

Connectivity

  • Wi-Fi
  • Telephone with voice-mail
  • Direct-dial phone
Standard Rooms

Our 39 standard rooms are presented in traditional Swahili style featuring traditional niches, fretwork cabinets and a cool blue and white colour scheme. Each room has either a king-sized bed with mosquito netting or twin beds.

Amenity

  • Hair Dryer
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Umbrellas
  • Private Safe
  • Bathrobe and Slippers
  • Air-conditioning
  • Mosquito Nets

Connectivity

  • Wi-Fi
  • Telephone with voice-mail
  • Direct-dial phone

  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Mini bar

Dining

Constructed so that the waves lap to within inches of its open windows and the lateen-sailed dhows pass within metres of its tables, the Baharia Restaurant features fretwork screens, Omani carvings, Persian rugs and bright Swahili artifacts. The Zanzibar cuisine meanwhile, blends freshly caught seafood, fresh spices, luscious fruit and delicately flavoured vegetables.

The Terrace Restaurant

On the roof of Zanzibar Serena Hotel is our exclusive open-air Terrace Restaurant, which looks out over the bay and features a supreme selection of freshly-caught sea food.

The Masahani Bar

Presented in traditional Swahili style, the Masahani Bar also offers performances by traditional Taarab orchestras.

The Pool Terrace

Indoor and outdoor seating overlooks our pool terrace where a wide range of drinks and snacks are served all day long.

The Mdele Coffee Shop

Adjacent to the pool, the Mdele Coffee Shop offers traditional Swahili coffee, fresh-baked pastries and a wide range of international beverages and snacks.

The Mangapwani Beach Barbeque

A short drive from the Zanzibar Serena Hotel, the Serena's exclusive beach hideaway offers a superb Swahili seafood lunch buffet.

Conference

The sumptuous Zanzibar Inn Conference Suite is located on the ground floor of the Zanzibar Serena Hotel is the perfect location in Zanzibar for memorable meetings and events. Decorated in traditional Zanzibar style, it can accommodate up to 40 participants in a range of different room layouts and offers a wide range of services.

Conference Room

The sumptuous Zanzibar Inn Conference Suite is located on the ground floor of the Zanzibar Serena Hotel is the perfect location in Zanzibar for memorable meetings and events. Decorated in traditional Zanzibar style, it can accommodate up to 40 participants in a range of different room layouts and offers a wide range of services.

Wedding

Few venues can be more romantic for an unforgettable wedding than the spice island of Zanzibar. The Zanzibar Serena Hotel stands in prime position on the sea front as one of the most exclusive and beautiful wedding destinations. Offering a sublime selection of wedding venues within the hotel and around its grounds, we can also offer some unique historical venues.

Wedding

Offering a sublime selection of wedding venues within the hotel and around its grounds, we can also offer some unique historical venues.

Facilities

Business Centre
Conference Rooms
WiFi
Restaurant
Outdoor Pool
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Karen W
Wonderful Location, Fantastic Staff at the Serena Hotel, Zanzibar
As a 35 year veteran of the hotel industry, I was impressed by the hospitality and thoughtfulness of the team at the Serena Hotel, Zanzibar. From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel...
October 2, 2024
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10travel
Excellent stay
We stayed here for 2 nights in October 2024. Beautiful hotel and excellent location. We stayed on the 3rd floor and had an ocean view room, we have never stayed in a room so close to the ocean...
October 2, 2024
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