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Maru Maru Hotel

4-star Hotel with Outdoor pool

4 stars

Plot No: 397 Gizenga Street Shangani, Stone Town, Zanzibar

+255 774 007 002
8.1
Very Good

based on 1,067 reviews

£60
Rate

per night

Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Queen room
Double room
King room
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About Maru Maru Hotel, Zanzibar

Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.2
Services
8.4
Staff
8.5
Value for money
7.9
Family fun on the beach, near Old Fort Guests of this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a fitness center and spa services. Maru Maru Hotel offers 51 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 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 phones. Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary newspapers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Rooms

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Deluxe room
1 queen bed
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Double room
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Queen room
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Standard Room
1 king bed
bed type unknown
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King room
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Open-air bath
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Walk-in shower

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

General

  • Family rooms
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Lockers
  • Storage available
  • Slippers
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Rooftop pool
  • Saltwater pool
  • Massage

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV
  • DVD player

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Trouser press
  • Iron and ironing board

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle hire
  • Scuba diving
  • Evening entertainment
  • Beauty salon

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Playground
  • Children's high chair

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products

Outdoor

  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews

8.1
Very GoodBased on 1,067 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • Amazing place with great swimming pool. (in 30 reviews)
  • "Spacious rooms, very clean." (in 6 reviews)
  • Rooftop bar was fantastic. (in 36 reviews)
Cons -
  • Always heard moving of furniture and dishes from my room. (in 2 reviews)
  • High surcharge for credit card payment. (in 1 review)
  • Never had such a poor night sleep. (in 2 reviews)


Maru Maru Hotel room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does Maru Maru Hotel compare to other 4-star hotels in Zanzibar?

    4-star hotels in Zanzibar typically cost £98/night, but Maru Maru Hotel is typically available for £89/night, and is rated equally to its competitors.

  • How far is Maru Maru Hotel from Zanzibar Intl?

    The drive from Zanzibar Intl to Maru Maru Hotel will take you about 14min depending on traffic, with a distance of 4.8 mi. Hotels located in more populated areas may see vastly more traffic which will add to your travel time.

  • What is the best way to get to Maru Maru Hotel from Zanzibar Intl?

    If you intend to hire a car to travel from Zanzibar Intl to the hotel, you will have peace of mind knowing that Maru Maru Hotel offers parking on site. Car hire in the area typically go for £17/day for a base model hire. A very popular option for travellers staying at Maru Maru Hotel would be to take a taxi or ridesharing service from Zanzibar Intl directly to the hotel.

  • Are there food options at Maru Maru Hotel?

    Yes, Maru Maru Hotel does have a restaurant where you can sit down to eat or order something to take away. There are also many other quality food options in Zanzibar for those looking for something different. Guests staying at Maru Maru Hotel are welcomed by hotel staff to order room service directly from the kitchen to their room.

  • Does Maru Maru Hotel have a pool?

    Maru Maru Hotel does have a pool on site that hotel guests may use. Be advised that hotels typically have rules associated with pool usage. momondo would advise you to check with the front desk before taking a swim.

  • What is the phone number for Maru Maru Hotel?

    Is Maru Maru Hotel pet-friendly?

  • Does Maru Maru Hotel have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Maru Maru Hotel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • Is there a gym or fitness centre available to guests at Maru Maru Hotel?

    There is a hotel gym accessible to guests staying at Maru Maru Hotel. Most hotel gyms are not 24-hours, so be sure to ask the front desk for gym hours and availability.

  • What time is check-out for Maru Maru Hotel?

    The required check-out time is 11:00. Please plan accordingly before your departure to avoid any penalties or fees.

  • How much is a room at Maru Maru Hotel?

    The cheapest deals found start from only £61 per night. The average rate for rooms at Maru Maru Hotel is currently around £136/night. Enter your dates in the form above to see more.

  • Is there laundry service in Maru Maru Hotel?

    The accommodation features laundry services for all guests. Guests can also take advantage of irons and ironing boards at the property either in the room or at the laundry facility.

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Places of interest near Maru Maru Hotel

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Maru Maru Hotel location: Plot No: 397 Gizenga Street Shangani, Stone Town, Zanzibar

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Old Fort0.0 mi
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