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Maru Maru Hotel

★★★★ · Not Available
8.2Very good · 1,466

Gizenga Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar City · Map ·

“Location, entertainment, food and drinks” · 10.0, Mon 14 Sep
Excellent central locationGuests say so in their reviews.
Friendly and helpful staffGuests say so in their reviews.
Clean, modern rooms and public areasGuests say so in their reviews.
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Rooms and guests

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Children0 to 17, priced by age0
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Cheapest night in the next 14 days marked green · only Elite Trip shows this

3 room types free · prices for 1 night, 1 room, 2 adults, our fee included.

King Room
1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) 32 m² Sleeps 3 + 2 children
Air conditioning · TV · Coffee/tea maker · All 40 room features ▾

This air-conditioned room features a four-poster bed and overlooks Stone Town. Decorated in mix of African and Arabian-style furnishings, this room has a modern, private bathroom including a step-in shower with seats. An iron and a hairdryer are available upon request.

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Mini-fridge
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Additional toilet
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Mosquito net
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Accessible by lift
  • Lockers
  • Smoke alarm
  • Key access
  • Key card access
Room only · no refund if cancelled
No refund if cancelled Booked at once Price for 2 adults
JPY 15,450 total, 1 night At the hotel: City Tax 10.00 USD

Room only · King Room

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1No refund if cancelled
The price is lower for it

What is included

  • Room only
  • Taxes and our fee

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The price

Total 103.00 USD for 1 night, 2 adults. Paid at the hotel at check-in: City Tax 10.00 USD.
Breakfast Included · no refund if cancelled
No refund if cancelled Booked at once Price for 2 adults
JPY 19,650 total, 1 night At the hotel: City Tax 10.00 USD

Breakfast Included · King Room

Cancellation

1No refund if cancelled
The price is lower for it

What is included

  • Breakfast Included
  • Taxes and our fee

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The price

Total 131.00 USD for 1 night, 2 adults. Paid at the hotel at check-in: City Tax 10.00 USD.
Queen Room
1 Double bed 28 m² Sleeps 2 + 2 children
Air conditioning · TV · Coffee/tea maker · All 40 room features ▾

This air-conditioned room is decorated with a mix of African and Arabian-style furnishings. It offers a four-poster bed and a modern, private bathroom including a shower. An iron, hair-dryer, dental kit, shower cap, shaving kit and exercise mats are available upon request.

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Mini-fridge
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Additional toilet
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Mosquito net
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Accessible by lift
  • Lockers
  • Smoke alarm
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Free gym access
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser
Breakfast Included · no refund if cancelled
No refund if cancelled Booked at once Price for 2 adults
JPY 17,850 total, 1 night At the hotel: Mandatory Tax 10.00 USD

Breakfast Included · Queen Room

Cancellation

1No refund if cancelled
The price is lower for it

What is included

  • Breakfast Included
  • Taxes and our fee

How you pay

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The price

Total 119.00 USD for 1 night, 2 adults. Paid at the hotel at check-in: Mandatory Tax 10.00 USD.
Twin Room
2 Twin bed 28 m² Sleeps 3 + 2 children
Air conditioning · TV · Coffee/tea maker · All 40 room features ▾

Featuring a four-poster bed, this spacious, air-conditioned room is decorated in mix of African and Arabian styles. It offers a modern, private bathroom including a shower. An iron, hair-dryer, dental kit, exercise mat, shower cap and a shaving kit is available on request.

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Mini-fridge
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Additional toilet
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Mosquito net
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Socket near the bed
  • Accessible by lift
  • Lockers
  • Smoke alarm
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Free gym access
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser
Room only · no refund if cancelled
No refund if cancelled Booked at once Price for 2 adults
JPY 20,700 total, 1 night At the hotel: City Tax 10.00 USD

Room only · Twin Room

Cancellation

1No refund if cancelled
The price is lower for it

What is included

  • Room only
  • Taxes and our fee

How you pay

Pay Elite Trip now · Booked at once

The price

Total 138.00 USD for 1 night, 2 adults. Paid at the hotel at check-in: City Tax 10.00 USD.
Breakfast Included · no refund if cancelled
No refund if cancelled Booked at once Price for 2 adults
JPY 23,550 total, 1 night Nothing more at the hotel

Breakfast Included · Twin Room

Cancellation

1No refund if cancelled
The price is lower for it

What is included

  • Breakfast Included
  • Taxes and our fee

How you pay

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The price

Total 157.00 USD for 1 night, 2 adults.
Family Room
1 Double bed, 2 Bunk bed, 2 Twin bed, 1 Double bed65 m²

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Standard Queen Room With Prison Island Tour
1 Large bed, 2 Single bed32 m²

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Amenities

Fitness facilitiesWiFi availableFree WiFi FreeParking {'selfParking': True, 'free': Free Parking {'selfParking': True, 'free': Non-smoking roomsAir conditioningFitness center

Location 9.2Excellent location

Gizenga Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar City · · Open in Google Maps

From the airport (ZNZ)
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What guests say

8.2
Very good
1,466 verified reviews
Cleanliness8.7
Service8.3
Location9.2
Room Quality6.7
Amenities8.0
Value for Money8.2
Food and Beverage7.8
Overall Experience8.7
In short. Multiple reviews praise rooms and public areas as very clean and modern; a few minor notes (towels old) but overall strong cleanliness.
Lyn, AU · Couple10.0
Fri 16 Oct Quiet, comfortable boutique resort, very attentive staff, lovely beach outlook + Quiet location out of hustle and bustle, nice spa on site, limited menu but excellent food, beautiful beach setting. We had a few small issues which were sorted out immediately, staff and management went above and beyond. Very safe and secure site. − The ensuite was on the small side but the room was comfortable and clean.
Chivizhe, ZW10.0
Fri 16 Oct + Friendly staff and very clean environment − Nothing
Rudi, IL · Family8.0
Wed 14 Oct + Good location
Jaco, South Africa · Couple7.0
Sat 10 Oct + It was clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful − The area
Abou, BF · Solo9.0
Sat 10 Oct + Good breakfast. Good laundry service too.
Birgid, CA · Couple8.0
Tue 15 Sep A Good Choice for Stonetown + The Mary Mary it’s truly one of the best locations in the old city. You walk out the door and there are shops, places to have a coffee and numerous restaurants within walking distance. It’s close to the ocean, the harbor, the park. It is well... − We were on the third floor, so we heard a lot of the shuffling of restaurant chairs directly above us, and the live music at night when we were ready for bed and they weren’t. We picked the top...
kristi, United States · Couple7.0
Tue 15 Sep Comfortable, well located, clean. + Pool, nightly music, rooftop bar, the air conditioning. − Food was average, bed was hard.
Cindy, South Africa · Solo10.0
Mon 14 Sep + Location, entertainment, food and drinks
paolo, Tanzania · Couple5.0
Sun 13 Sep − Beautiful building, very disappointing management — 5/10 We are regular guests at Maru Maru and keep coming back because the historic Swahili architecture and beautiful old wooden details are...
Megan, AU · Couple9.0
Tue 8 Sep Good location and peaceful away from all the hawkers! + Location location location

Questions

What time is check-in?From 02:00 PM
Can my child stay?Children welcome
Are pets allowed?No
Is there parking?{'selfParking': True, 'free': True, 'chargeMode': 'free', 'feeAmount': None, 'feePeriod': None, 'location': None, 'reser

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About the hotel

Breathtaking Views and Local Charm

Experience panoramic views of Stone Town and the Indian Ocean from Maru Maru Hotel's cocktail bar. The air-conditioned rooms feature locally made furniture and unique touches like wooden ceiling beams, offering a cozy and authentic stay.

Culinary Delights and Relaxation

Indulge in a buffet breakfast and dinner at the elegant Fountain Restaurant, or savor Indian cuisine at the Terrace Restaurant. Enjoy the convenience of room service and unwind at the hotel's bar and barbecue facilities.

Convenience and Excursions

Benefit from free on-site parking, with the option of arranging an airport shuttle for a hassle-free arrival. Let the 24-hour reception assist you in organizing massages, car rentals, and exciting excursions to explore Stone Town, Forodhani Gardens, and beyond.

Book now to immerse yourself in the rich culture and comfort of Maru Maru Hotel.

Good to know

Check inFrom 02:00 PM
Check outBefore 11:00 AM
Children and cotsWelcome
PetsNot allowed
Resort fee{'amount': None, 'currency': None, 'period': None}
Managed byNot Available

Before you go

From the hotel

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

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.

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

A deposit may be required at the property.

Bring the passport you book with; the hotel checks it at check-in.

Paid to the government of Tanzania, not to us 5 things travellers pay or do themselves: visa, insurance, taxes, fees. Tap to see.

These are not in your Elite Trip price and we do not sell them. You pay each one to the authority named, on its own site or at the gate. Checked 2026-10-25; rules change, so read the official page before you fly.

  • Mandatory travel insurance USD 44 per adult, USD 22 per child
    Who
    Every foreign visitor. Residents of EAC and SADC countries are exempt.
    Where
    inbound.nicinsurance.co.tz (mainland) or inbound.visitzanzibar.go.tz (Zanzibar) or inbound.visitzanzibar.go.tz
    When
    Before you arrive. In force from 1 October 2026 (Government Notice 256/2026).
  • AfyaMsafiri online health declaration Free
    Who
    Every traveller, one declaration each, including children.
    Where
    afyamsafiri.moh.go.tz
    When
    Before you arrive. Mandatory since 17 October 2026. Keep the QR code on your phone for the health desk.
  • Tanzania e-visa or visa on arrival USD 50 ordinary (single entry), USD 100 multiple entry
    Who
    Most nationalities. Visa on arrival is available to most passports; US passports must hold the multiple-entry visa.
    Where
    visa.immigration.go.tz
    When
    Apply online before you travel, or at the airport on arrival where it is allowed.
  • Zanzibar infrastructure tax USD 5 to 10 per person per night (official sources differ; the hotel collects it)
    Who
    Every guest staying in Zanzibar, per person per night.
    Where
    Collected by your hotel for the Zanzibar Revenue Authority
    When
    At check-out, on top of the room price, unless the hotel says it is included.
  • Zanzibar marine conservation fees USD 10 per adult per day, USD 25 for Mnemba
    Who
    Every adult entering a marine conservation area (Mnemba, Menai Bay, Chumbe and others).
    Where
    Paid at the site or through the boat operator, for the Zanzibar Ministry of Blue Economy and Fisheries
    When
    On the day of the trip. Elite Trip does not include it in a tour price unless the tour says so.

Elite Trip is not a government agency and does not issue visas, insurance or permits.

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What is in the price

The room, 1 night, 2 adultsJPY 15,450
Taxes the hotel includes and our feeInside
At the hotel, at check-inCity Tax 10.00 USD

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