Maru Maru Hotel

Property class: 3
Family-friendly hotel with outdoor pool, connected to the convention center, near Old Fort

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Maru Maru Hotel is a great choice for your beach stay in Zanzibar Town. Guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and facials, and the outdoor pool provides fun for everyone. The coffee shop/cafe is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the lobby lounge. A rooftop terrace, a fitness center, and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Spa services
  • Conference center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms

For families (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
$85 nightly
The total price is $106
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

A hotel room with a four-poster bed, a wooden desk, a chair, a television mounted on the wall, and a door with stained glass.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 195 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a telephone, a television, and a bedside lamp.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

A room with two beds, each with a canopy and a flower arrangement. There is a desk and a chair in the corner.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 195 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 387 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

APARTMENT GRAND

  • Sleeps 10

DOUBLE DELUXE

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Gizenga Street, Shangani, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar, 394-400

What's nearby

  • Forodhani Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Old Fort - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Shangani Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Slave Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 28 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Maru Maru Terrace Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zanzibar Coffeehouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Maru Maru Hotel

  • Maru Maru Hotel is a great choice for your beach stay in Zanzibar Town. Guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and facials, and the outdoor pool provides fun for everyone. The coffee shop/cafe is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the lobby lounge. A rooftop terrace, a fitness center, and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 51 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Free offsite parking nearby
    • Street parking available

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
    • Ferry terminal shuttle*

Offsite

    • Area shuttle within 5 km*
    • Shopping center shuttle*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Children's menu
  • Outlet covers

What to do

  • Evening entertainment

Working away

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (500 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2012
  • ATM/banking
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Mosquito nets
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Art gallery on site
  • Spa services
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Banquet hall
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 24-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels
  • CD player

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Free bottled water
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Dining

Terrace Lounge - Overlooking the ocean, this rooftop bar specializes in Asian cuisine. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Terrace Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in Asian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Coffee Lounge - Overlooking the garden, this lobby lounge serves light fare only. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 12 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 20 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Area shuttle and shopping center shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 30 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Also known as

Hotel Maru

Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel Zanzibar Island/Stone Town

Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel Zanzibar Town

Maru Maru Zanzibar Town

Maru Maru Hotel Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel Zanzibar Town

Maru Maru Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Maru Maru Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Maru Maru Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Maru Maru Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Maru Maru Hotel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Maru Maru Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Maru Maru Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 20 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Maru Maru Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Maru Maru Hotel and nearby?

Maru Maru Hotel has an outdoor pool and a fitness center, as well as spa services and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Maru Maru Hotel?

Yes, Terrace Lounge offers Asian cuisine and garden views.

What's the area around Maru Maru Hotel like?

Maru Maru Hotel is in Stone Town, a short 1-minute walk from House of Wonders and 2 minutes' walk from Old Fort.

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