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Maru Maru Hotel

3.0 star property
Beach hotel with outdoor pool, near Old Fort

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Point of interest
Rooftop bar, ocean views, open daily
Rooftop bar, ocean views, open daily
Rooftop bar, ocean views, open daily

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Room service
The current price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr

Explore the area

Map
Gizenga Street, Shangani, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar, 394-400
  • Shangani Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Forodhani Gardens
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Slave Market
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Separate bath and shower
Bathrobes
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, Non Smoking

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

Twin Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room, 1 King Bed

Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - single
Bathrobes
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Zanzibar Town

Maru Maru Hotel puts you in the heart of Zanzibar Town, connected to the convention centre and within steps of Old Fort and Forodhani Gardens. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages along with body wraps, body scrubs and aromatherapy. Terrace Lounge serves Asian cuisine. Coffee Lounge is the hotel's own lobby lounge, serving drinks along with light fare. Enjoy the gym and pool loungers as well as access to a playground. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a short walk of this 3-property class Stone Town hotel include Hamamni Persian Baths and Shangani Beach.

What's nearby

  • Old Fort - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Shangani Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Slave Market - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Maru Maru Hotel

Beach hotel with outdoor pool, near Old Fort
Maru Maru Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

3 meeting rooms and limo/town car service are available. Event space at this hotel measures 500 square feet (46 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A rooftop terrace, spa services, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Maru Maru Hotel. An area shuttle within 5 km and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Zanzibar Town hotel is smoke free.

  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • 500 sq ft of conference space
  • 46 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2012
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Maru Maru Hotel offers 51 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 24-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Zanzibar Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a safe and free newspapers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

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

Languages

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 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 cot
  • 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 centre (500 square foot 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
  • Lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

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
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 at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Maru Maru Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 15 for adults and from 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Maru Maru Hotel?

Maru Maru Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 31 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maru Maru Hotel on 1 Apr 2025 start from AU$122.49, including 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 parking available at Maru Maru Hotel?

Yep, Maru Maru Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Maru Maru Hotel?

Yep, Maru Maru Hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Shangani Beach.

Is there a spa on site at Maru Maru Hotel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does Maru Maru Hotel have a pool?

Maru Maru Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Is Maru Maru Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and a playground, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Maru Maru Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Maru Maru Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Maru Maru Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Maru Maru Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Asian cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Maru Maru Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Maru Maru Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Maru Maru Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 267 out of 528 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 205 out of 528 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 528 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 528 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 528 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jardia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
+ Friendly and helpful staff. Great breakfast with fresh fruits. - The bed was very hard. Wifi was really slow and weak.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Dwight

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Farid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Janelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and close to shops, restaurants and Stonetown attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Joy

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Liked: Staff & service
LIKED THE ROOF TOP RESTAURANT. THE VIEW WAS GREAT . THIS PROPERTY IS A LITTLE DATED. I LIKE THE LOCATION.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Music went late at night which kept me up
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, beautiful hotel. We loved our stay, sad to see it end ❤️
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynietra

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikolina

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon, Carrollton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing, very helpful and informative of the area. Check in was fast and smooth and area is safe for walking at all times. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Kumail

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Beth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at Maru Maru are very friendly and accommodating especially Hosiana at the restaurant. The pool area is quite small and shaded. Rooms are clean. One item of note is the live music EVERY day from 7:30pm-10:30pm.. if you want to go to sleep before 10:30 bring ear plugs.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

GARY KEITH

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jacinta

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashif

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beutiful heritage boutique hotel preserved in time but with modern amenities. Phenominal rooftop restaurant with an exceptional breakfast and to order lunch & dinner menus. Well done to the sraff of Maru Matu - Stone Town, Zanzibar!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Petronella

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna, Washington

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, amazing rooftop, and helpful staff. The room was clean, the bed comfortable and the property is charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023