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Family fun on the beach, near Old Fort

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Double Room, 1 King Bed | View from room

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

Pool

Breakfast available

Spa

Parking included

Laundry

Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

Shangani Beach3 min walk
Forodhani Gardens3 min walk
Slave Market6 min walk
Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)17 min drive

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Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

HDTV

Bathrobes

Private bathroom

195 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

HDTV

Separate bathtub and shower

Bathrobes

387 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Twin Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

HDTV

Bathrobes

Private bathroom

195 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds

Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

HDTV

Bathrobes

Private bathroom

247 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Similar properties

Pool

Spa

Kids pool

Parking included

CA $176 total

includes taxes & fees

May 1 - May 2

About the area

Zanzibar Town

Located by the ocean, Maru Maru Hotel is in Stone Town neighborhood and is connected to a shopping center. Old Fort and Malindi Mosque are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Forodhani Gardens and Nakupenda Beach. Slave Market and Christ Church Cathedral are two other places to visit that come recommended.

Visit our Zanzibar Town travel guide

What's nearby

Old Fort - 2 min walk
Shangani Beach - 3 min walk
Forodhani Gardens - 3 min walk
Christ Church Cathedral - 5 min walk
Slave Market - 6 min walk

Getting around

Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

Cape Town Fish Market - 4 min walk
Lukmaan - 5 min walk
House of Karafuu - 1 min walk
Abyssinian Maritim - 5 min walk
Beach House Restaurant - 6 min walk

About this property

Maru Maru Hotel

Family-friendly hotel near Old Fort

Located close to Forodhani Gardens and Hamamni Persian Baths, Maru Maru Hotel provides a rooftop terrace, an art gallery on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a body treatment, or aromatherapy. The on-site Asian cuisine restaurant, Terrace Lounge, features ocean views and happy hour. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.

Other perks at this hotel include:

An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge), and express check-out
Babysitting (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
Guest reviews speak well of the dining options, helpful staff, and location

Room features

All 51 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.

Extra conveniences in all rooms include:

Highchairs, children's dinnerware, and free infant beds
Bathrooms with free toiletries
24-inch HDTVs with cable channels and DVD players
Mini fridges, CD players, and electric kettles

Languages

English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Spanish, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free offsite parking
Street parking available
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 5 km
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
Limo/town car service
Free self parking on site
Limited onsite parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM–10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 12 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Couples/private dining
Private picnics
Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

Coffee Lounge
Terrace Lounge
Terrace Restaurant

Things to do

Art gallery
Evening entertainment
Gym
Outdoor pool
Playground

Family friendly

Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's dinnerware
DVD player
Free crib
Highchair
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Outdoor pool
Playground
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service

Business services

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

Outdoors

Garden
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Rooftop terrace

Spa

Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Manicures/pedicures
Swedish massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
Elevator
Tile flooring in public areas
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-width doorways

More

3 buildings
4 floors
Built in 2012
No plastic water bottles
Smoke-free property
Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Free crib

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Slippers
Towels

Entertainment

24-inch LCD TV with cable channels
CD player
DVD player

Food and drink

Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Mini-fridge
Minibar

More

Air conditioning
Desk
Desk chair
Free daily newspapers
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Phone
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

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

For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 12 for children
Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Maru Maru Hotel?

As of Apr 25, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maru Maru Hotel on Apr 29, 2024 start from CA $112.39, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Maru Maru Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Maru Maru Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Maru Maru Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Maru Maru Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Maru Maru Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 20 per vehicle applies.

Where is Maru Maru Hotel located?

This family-friendly Zanzibar Town hotel is located near the airport, steps from Old Fort, Forodhani Gardens, and Hamamni Persian Baths. Shangani Beach and Christ Church Cathedral are also within 10 minutes.