Maru Maru Hotel

397-400 Gizenga Street, Shahgani, Zanzibar, Tanzania - UNESCO heritage site

Featuring a wellness area along with a treatment room, a Jacuzzi, and a massage chair, Maru Maru Hotel Zanzibar is situated 400 metres from House of Wonders National Museum in Zanzibar. Offering guided snorkelling trips and walking tours, the hotel is in the immediate vicinity of the Mercury House.

Location

The Old Slave Market is located merely 5 minutes' walk from this 4-star hotel, and the Vikokotoni is 17 minutes' walk away. Places of worship to visit a stone's throw from the Maru Maru include the historic Christ Church. The nearby cultural experience includes the Sultan's Palace, which is approximately 450 metres away. There is - Eastern side of the island bus stop only 0.8 km from this accommodation.

Rooms

Maru Maru Hotel offers 51 rooms with a mini fridge bar, coffee and tea making facilities, and such modern conveniences as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Bathrooms, equipped with a walk-in shower and an additional toilet, also feature a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.

Food & Drinks

Guests can unwind at the on-site rooftop bar with a favourite drink. Mistress of Spices is just near this hotel.

Leisure & Activities

Enjoy an outdoor swimming pool, along with diving, boating, and fishing for active time spending. You can play badminton at the Maru Maru Zanzibar.

Why choose Maru Maru Hotel Zanzibar

Select room
  • 360° views from rooftop terrace

  • Signature Indian cuisine offered

  • Elegant rooms with local décor

  • Outdoor badminton court facility

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • 24-hour services

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Swimming Pool

  • Fitness/Gym

  • Sports activities

  • Spa and relaxation

  • On-site Dining

  • Meeting facilities

  • No Smoking

  • Child-friendly

  • Wheelchair access

  • Breakfast

  • Air conditioning

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour services
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Swimming Pool
  • Fitness/Gym
  • Sports activities
  • Spa and relaxation
  • On-site Dining
  • Meeting facilities
  • No Smoking
  • Child-friendly
  • Wheelchair access
  • Breakfast
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking

Shuttle

  • Paid airport shuttle

Activities

  • Fitness centre
  • Badminton

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Hairdresser
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining options

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

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Business facilities

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

For kids

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

Recreation

  • 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

For disabled guests

  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access

In the rooms

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

In the bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

General facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
until 11:00

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From USD 98 per night
Check-in 9 May 2026
Check-out 10 May 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
All rates verified
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397-400 Gizenga Street, Shahgani, Zanzibar, Tanzania

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    Guests 2 guests

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    2

    Children:

    0
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    Maru Maru Hotel
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    from 14:00 until 23:59
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    until 11:00