Maru Maru Hotel

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.2

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About this property

Maru Maru Hotel’s cocktail bar has 360-degree views over Stone Town and the Indian Ocean. The property provides an onsite restaurant and complimentary Wi-Fi . Overlooking the town or garden, the air-conditioned rooms have furniture made by local producers. Some have wooden ceiling beams and a step-in shower with seats in the private bathroom. Featuring chandeliers and stained-glass windows, Fountain Restaurant serves a buffet breakfast and dinner. Terrace Restaurant offers Indian cuisine and room service is available. Hotel Maru Maru also has a bar and barbecue facilities. The 24-hour reception can arrange massages, car hire and trips, including Stone Town tours and dolphin watching. Stone Town Beach and Forodhani Gardens are less than 5 minutes’ walk, and Jozani Forest is 40 minutes by car. On-site parking is free and an airport shuttle can be arranged at a charge from Zanzibar International Airport, 8 km away. The ferry terminal to the mainland is 12 minutes’ walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Situated in the best rated area in Zanzibar City, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Asian, Buffet

FREE private parking!

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
and
2 bunk beds
or
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Soowoo
South Korea South Korea
“Lovely staff Great view Good food Cozy accommodation”
Sune
Denmark Denmark
“Excellent location! Comfortable rooms. Good breakfast - all you need for visit in Stonetown.”
Deborah
Australia Australia
“Maru Maru Hotel is in a central location, within walking distance to all sightseeing interests. Breakfast was included in the cost, and we enjoyed eating dinner at their rooftop restaurant with great views. Sunsets were great. It was a nice...”
Joao
Switzerland Switzerland
“Exceptionally located, great roof terrace with small but adequate pool, great breakfast”
Sarah
South Africa South Africa
“Beautiful with great amenities and exceptional service. Great food also.”
Sean
South Africa South Africa
“The location is the best when looking at a place in the heart of Stone Town. The staff were meticulous explaining to us breakfast times and facilities in the hotel.”
Conall
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location, location location Rooftop bar & Pool Room size and quality Shower”
Sean
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The property is in a fantastic location within Stone Town, with easy access to all the things worth seeing, and if you plan to do any trips.”
Anil
Tanzania Tanzania
“The rooms in particular and hotel in general is very clean. Excellent service by staff. Delicious food and live music”
Lynda
New Zealand New Zealand
“Most of the staff were wonderful. The food, hotel and location.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Terrace Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    African • Chinese • Indian • Italian • Japanese • Korean • Nepalese • Pizza • Seafood • Sushi • Asian • European • Grill/BBQ
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

Maru Maru Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
US$40 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
4 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
US$40 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Maru Maru Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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