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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, sun loungers
Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Air conditioning | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Lobby lounge, garden views, open daily
Exterior
Point of interest
Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Maru Maru Hotel offers a warm retreat. Unwind with spa treatments or bask in the sun on the rooftop terrace, while kids enjoy the playground. With high-speed WiFi and an art gallery on site, this hotel near Forodhani Gardens is perfect for families seeking convenience and charm.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Room service
The current price is ₩118,093
₩157,957 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Air conditioning | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪taraab - ‬5 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 body treatment, a manicure/pedicure, or a body wrap. 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 along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Babysitting (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
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.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and children's dinnerware
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • 24-inch HDTVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Mini fridges, CD players, and electric kettles

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 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
  • High chair
  • 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 parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2012
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

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 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 at the property
For any questions, 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 day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 day

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
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

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 Aug 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maru Maru Hotel on Aug 31, 2025 start from ₩118,093, 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.

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Maru Maru Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 278 out of 550 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 550 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 550 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 550 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 550 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here with wife and 2 kids in August 2025. Fantastic property in the middle of the action in Stone Town. Staff was attentive to every little detail, great rooftop restaurant: breakfast was delicious, the sunset was stunning and great supper menu. definitely recommend this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Maru Maru is a classic Stonetown hotel I've stayed at several times. The expansive rooftop pool and restaurant with sunset/sea views is lovely. Staff are responsive and helpful. Rooms are adequate.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is well situated and gives you a true sense of being in Stonetown. The dining options were not that plentiful though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Falgun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable beds, clean bathroom, air-conditioned, great rooftop restaurant, live entertainment, central location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent lication and amenities, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamoi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice. Good customer service 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

rosalie

Liked: Amenities
Excellent experience. The internet super good and roof top is shaded and perfect placer to do some work that we had to do. Working on vacation feel. Great food. Only tip: ask for inward facing room to avoid occasional street noise at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Omar Cassim

Room was okay. Bed not too comfy. Everything was satisfactory
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was above the reception area. Wifi at reception was good but we were unable to access WiFi in our rooms despite attempts of the staff to assist us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful location and staff

Staff friendly and kind, especially Frank who took us on a historic Stone town wali g tour Location perfect, food and service were excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Fasika

Location is good , but they kept asking about the local tax after i took care off it . Annoying .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loves the proximity to Old Arab Fort and waterfront. Loved the staff. Didnt like the cockroaches and very limited parking.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had an excellent stay at the Maru Maru hotel. I've been here twice and the service, room, and accessibility to the rest of Stone Town were great. The rooftop restaurant has an incredible view of Stone Town. Would highly recommend Maru Maru.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms. Staff was professionally and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed my stay overall but please improve the WiFi connection, I needed to work and WiFi worked for 1 hour both days l.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was close to waterfront but with Ramadan places to eat limited
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was nothing which we didn’t like.Very friendly service and breakfast choice was excellent.Had Lunch and Dinner one day and the food was excellent.Even The General Manager made us Feel Very Welcome.Words cannot describe our experience.Would Recommend Maru Maru Hotel to Everyone.🙏🙏🙏
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Penda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first room had a broken shower door, lukewarm water, and roaches—including one crawling in the food. When I brought it up, the waitstaff laughed, and the front desk ignored me completely—no apology, no accountability, no help. I was only moved to a better room after outside intervention, but the damage was done. Disgusting experience. I wouldn’t recommend this hotel to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

8/10 Good

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel close to all—beach, shopping, eats. Rooftop breakfast, live music at night, clean pool and exercise facilities. Lovely for our short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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

10/10 Excellent

Juergen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Hotel in Stonetown

After climbing Kilimanjaro, we spent several nights on a round trip in Zanzibar in a group of five. On arrival, we were able to leave the rest of our luggage at the hotel so that we didn't have to lug it around all day. We spent the last two days at the Maru Maru Hotel, which was a very good decision. The hotel is located in the middle of the alleyways of Stonetown, is easily accessible and the perfect starting point for sightseeing tours. We were warmly welcomed and were able to use the rooftop bar and pool even on the day of our departure. Very good breakfast, lunch and dinner, we enjoyed it very much and would love to come back. Many thanks
Room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sunset hotel

A nice two night stay. The hotel is super central and the rooftop has a fantastic sunset view not to mention good mojitos.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

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