Maru Maru Hotel - Zanzibar

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Maru Maru Hotel - Zanzibar
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Overview

Maru Maru Hotel Zanzibar is nestled merely 5 minutes' walk from the Forodhani Park and features a rooftop swimming pool. This 4-star hotel is a short way from the Vikokotoni and provides guests with a treatment room, a Jacuzzi, and a massage chair.

Location

Located only 400 metres from the 17th-century Old Fort of Zanzibar, the hotel is also only 450 metres from the Old Dispensary. The Maru Maru is just near the Sultan's Palace and 5 km from Kisauni airport. Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Jamhuri Gardens, situated 0.6 km away. The area offers shopping experiences such as Darajani Market, which is 500 m from this accommodation.

The hotel is also not far from - Eastern side of the island bus stop.

Rooms

An ironing set and climate control, along with a mini-fridge-bar and coffee/tea making machines, provide in-room convenience at the Maru Maru Zanzibar. Bathroom essentials include a walk-in shower and a separate toilet as well as a hairdryer and bathrobes for guests' extra comfort.

Eat & Drink

The rooftop bar is ideal for a relaxing drink. The restaurant Mistress of Spices lies a stone's throw from the property.

Leisure & Business

Maru Maru Hotel offers diving, boating, and fishing while car hire is also available. You can play badminton or go fishing at this hotel. The hotel entices guests with a wellness centre featuring body wraps, body scrub, and pedicure.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible at a location nearby for free.
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs US$15 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Hindi, Swahili
Building
Year renovated:2012
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:51
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Rooms and availability

Deluxe Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Queen-size bed1 Single bed1 King-size bed
Family Room
  • Max:
    5 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds1 Double bed1 King-size bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Heating
Queen Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Queen-size bed and 1 Single bed1 Queen-size bed2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Saltwater pool

Rooftop pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Badminton

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Dinner
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu
  • Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

  • Rooftop pool
  • Saltwater pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Open-air bath
  • Make up services

Room view

  • Garden view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Maru Maru Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 72 £
📏 Distance to centre 600 m
✈️ Distance to airport 8.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport Kisauni, ZNZ

Location

Address
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397-400 Gizenga Street, Shahgani, Zanzibar, Tanzania, 397-400
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397-400 Gizenga Street, Shahgani, Zanzibar, Tanzania, 397-400
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Mizingani Rd
Old Dispensary
380 m
Museum
House of Wonders
380 m
Historic Site
Stone Town
380 m
Museum
Old Fort of Zanzibar
380 m
Museum
Sultan's Palace
380 m
Hamamni St
Hamamni Persian Baths
380 m
Market
Darajani Market
380 m
Kenyatta Road
Mercury House
380 m
Church
Christ Church Cathedral
30 m
Park
Forodhani Park
380 m
Church
Old Slave Market
380 m
Gallery
The Beautiful Eyes
140 m
Princess Salme Museum at Emerson on Hurumzi
160 m
Hamamni Street
Cultural Arts Centre Zanzibar
170 m
Kelele Square
380 m
Gallery
Hurumzi Henna Art Gallery
230 m
Marahubi Palace
280 m
Cathedral St
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral
380 m
Gallery
Hellen Art Gallery
370 m
Kiponda
380 m
Hurumzi St
Shree Shiv Shakti Temple
230 m
Jamatini Rd
Malindi Mosque
370 m
Church
Christ Church
360 m
Shangani
330 m
P.O.Box 1844,Zanzibar Tanzania Stonetown Zanzibar
Imani Zuberi
280 m
Hurumzi Street
380 m
Tharia St
Slave Chambers
380 m
Zanzibar
Tippu Tip's House
360 m
Zanzibar
Friday Mosque
420 m
Restaurant
Terrace Restaurant at Maru Maru
10 m
Restaurant
Mistress of Spices
50 m
Restaurant
Tea House Restaurant
160 m
Restaurant
Zenj Food Lover's
170 m
Restaurant
Terrace Rooftop Restaurant
120 m
Restaurant
Monsoon Restaurant
220 m
Restaurant
Cape Town Fish Market Zanzibar
160 m
Restaurant
The Floating Restaurant
290 m
Restaurant
Emerson On Hurumzi
230 m
Restaurant
Jaws Restaurant
190 m
Restaurant
Ocean Grill
210 m

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FAQ about Maru Maru Hotel

What popular attractions are closest to Maru Maru Hotel?
Guests of Maru Maru Hotel can visit Kiponda (a 5-minute stroll from the accommodation), or House of Wonders placed 15 minutes' walk away.
What is the nearest airport to the hotel?
Kisauni airport lies within 10 km of the hotel and is reachable with a 10-minute drive.
Is airport shuttle provided by this comfortable hotel?
Airport shuttle which will take you to this comfortable hotel with a 10-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
What are our dining options during the stay at the Maru Maru Hotel hotel?
Guests of the Maru Maru Hotel hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-10/10 according to reviews-restaurant Zenj Food Lover's offering European cuisine.
Does the Maru Maru Hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the Maru Maru Hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in this comfortable hotel?
Guests of this comfortable hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00 to 11:00. Late check-out is also available upon request.
What payment methods are available in the Maru Maru Hotel?
At the Maru Maru Hotel, guests can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by the Maru Maru Hotel hotel?
The Maru Maru Hotel hotel provides such room types as Queen Room, King Room, and Twin Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at this comfortable hotel?
All rooms of this comfortable hotel feature a mini fridge bar and coffee/tea making equipment as well as a personal safe, some of them boast private bathrooms along with shower caps.
Does the Maru Maru Hotel offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the Maru Maru Hotel there are wheelchair access and rooms with accessible facilities available for guests with special needs.
Does the Maru Maru Hotel hotel staff speak foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of the Maru Maru Hotel hotel can help you in Swahili, Hindi, Italian, Spanish, and German.
Are there any facilities for children at the Maru Maru Hotel hotel?
Yes, guests with children will have access to cots and high chairs available at the Maru Maru Hotel hotel.
Which facilities does this comfortable hotel provide?
Top locations of this comfortable hotel include luggage storage and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security service.
What are the spa options at the Maru Maru Hotel hotel?
At a wellness area and a spa lounge featured at the Maru Maru Hotel hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as body scrub, pedicure, and manicure. Additionally, a treatment room and a Jacuzzi are offered on-site.
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