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Maru Maru Hotel’s cocktail bar has 360-degree views over Stone Town and the Indian Ocean. The property provides an onsite restaurant and complimentary Wi-Fi . Overlooking the town or garden, the air-conditioned rooms have furniture made by local producers. Some have wooden ceiling beams and a step-in shower with seats in the private bathroom. Featuring chandeliers and stained-glass windows, Fountain Restaurant serves a buffet breakfast and dinner. Terrace Restaurant offers Indian cuisine and room service is available. Hotel Maru Maru also has a bar and barbecue facilities. The 24-hour reception can arrange massages, car hire and trips, including Stone Town tours and dolphin watching. Stone Town Beach and Forodhani Gardens are less than 5 minutes’ walk, and Jozani Forest is 40 minutes by car. On-site parking is free and an airport shuttle can be arranged at a charge from Zanzibar International Airport, 5 mi away. The ferry terminal to the mainland is 12 minutes’ walk away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Zanzibar City, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Asian, Buffet

Free private parking


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
or
1 king bed
and
1 bunk bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.0
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Abubacar
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property was very clean and the staff were very welcoming as it was Ramadan they made it easy for us. I will for sure be back inshaAllah
  • Chabname
    Spain Spain
    p, Yahir and staff were friendly, pleasant and helpful from the moment I booked until the moment I left. Greatly enjoyed my stay in Town thanks to them. The accommodation and facilities, were also perfectly as described. Recommended.
  • Deborah
    United States of America United States of America
    Staff was great. The room was comfortable with air conditioning. The breakfast was very good with lots of fresh options. And the location made exploring Stone Town easy.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Terrace Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      African • Chinese • Indian • Italian • Japanese • Korean • Nepalese • Pizza • Seafood • Sushi • Asian • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of Maru Maru Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Fitness center
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Badminton equipment
  • Evening entertainment
  • Playground
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool is on rooftop
  • Saltwater pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
Spa
  • Fitness
  • Massage chair
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hairstyling
  • Hair coloring
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Makeup services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Open-air bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Additional charge
  • Massage
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Hindi
  • Italian
  • Swahili

House rules

Maru Maru Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
$40 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
4 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
$40 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

A 5% surcharge will be charged on all credit card payments.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Maru Maru Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

FAQs about Maru Maru Hotel

  • Room options at Maru Maru Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Maru Maru Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Maru Maru Hotel is 1.3 miles from the center of Zanzibar City. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Maru Maru Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Maru Maru Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
    • Playground
    • Evening entertainment
    • Themed dinners
    • Open-air bath
    • Walking tours
    • Badminton equipment
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Swimming pool
    • Bike tours
    • Beauty services
    • Happy hour
    • Facial treatments
    • Live music/Performance
    • Waxing services
    • Makeup services
    • Hair treatments
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Hair coloring
    • Hairstyling
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Body wrap
    • Spa facilities
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full-body massage
    • Massage chair
    • Fitness

  • Guests staying at Maru Maru Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Asian
    • Buffet

  • Maru Maru Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Terrace Restaurant

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Maru Maru Hotel on this page.

  • Yes, Maru Maru Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.