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993 reviews

Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel

397-400 Gizenga Street, Shahgani, Zanzibar, 397 400, Tanzania

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Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Maru Maru Hotel

Welcome to the Maru Maru Hotel, your passport to an unforgettable Zanzibar adventure! Located at 397-400 Gizenga Street in the vibrant neighborhood of Shahgani, this gem of a hotel is just 1 kilometer from the bustling city center, making it the perfect launchpad for your exploration of sandy beaches, spice markets, and local culture. With prices starting from just $117, you might just find that your dream vacation is more attainable than you think!

The Maru Maru Hotel is packed with features designed to make your stay as fun and relaxing as possible. Enjoy a hearty complimentary breakfast to fuel your day's adventures, then take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool or soak up the sun on the terrace with a refreshing drink from the bar. Need some pampering? Treat yourself to a massage at the spa or enjoy live performances that turn your evenings into magical memories. And with amenities like a fitness center, private parking, and free Wi-Fi, you can stay connected and active while taking in the breathtaking surroundings!

Don't just take our word for it—993 delighted guests can’t be wrong! Reviewers rave about the hotel's excellent service, stellar location, and inviting ambiance. Whether you're here for a romantic getaway or a family vacation, the Maru Maru Hotel is committed to making your stay a fantastic experience. So come on down, dive into some adventure, and let Zanzibar's magical spirit wrap you in its warm embrace!

After a day of carving out your own piece of paradise, unwind at the Maru Maru Hotel’s exquisite Terrace Restaurant. Delight in an array of culinary creations that whisk you around the globe, from tantalizing African dishes to flavor-packed Indian and Japanese cuisine. Whether you’re on a romantic date night or enjoying a family feast, the welcoming ambiance will set the perfect stage. With influences from all corners of the world, there’s something to satisfy every palate—just imagine savoring fresh seafood or sushi while soaking in the stunning views of Zanzibar. Bon appétit!

For those looking to take a dip without a care in the world, the hotel features a splendid rooftop saltwater pool exclusively for adults. Just imagine doing some laps while the sun sets, painting the sky with an enchanting mix of golden hues! After an invigorating swim, lounge on the poolside terrace with your favorite cocktail in hand, feeling the gentle Zanzibar breeze brush against your skin. Whether you’re here for relaxation or adventure, this little slice of heaven is the ideal spot to recharge and enjoy those priceless moments.

And the fun doesn’t stop there! With live performances filling the nights with laughter and music, the Maru Maru Hotel is a hub of lively energy. Spend your evenings mingling with other guests and sharing stories of the day's escapades. Whether you're getting your groove on during a dance number or simply soaking up the atmosphere, this hotel promises a sensational experience that keeps the excitement alive. So pack your bags, grab your sense of adventure, and let the Maru Maru Hotel be your canvas for unforgettable memories in Zanzibar!

Closest airports

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport

4.8mi

Julius Nyerere International Airport

49.4mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Massage

Tour desk

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Wheelchair accessible

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Playground

Garden

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Rooms

Twin Room in Maru Maru Hotel

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Room - 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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x3

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Standard is 344 square feet and includes 2 single beds 80-130 width plus desk, satellite tv , hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities , ironing set, safe, bathrobes, and slippers.

Queen Room in Maru Maru Hotel

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Queen Room

1 Double Bed

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Queen Room Double is 215 square feet and includes a queen-size bed 150-154 width plus desk, satellite tv , cable tv, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities , ironing set, safe, bathrobes, and slippers.

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Queen Room, Single Use

1 Queen Size Bed

215 sqft

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Indulge in the comfort of our spacious 301 sqft Queen Room, designed for a relaxing stay for 2 adults and 1 child. Enjoy the convenience of an elevator, air conditioning, and a private bathroom with free toiletries.

King Room in Maru Maru Hotel

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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Experience luxury in our spacious 344 sqft King Room with a king size bed, accommodating up to 3 adults and 1 child. Enjoy the comfort of air conditioning, extra-long beds, and a private bathroom with a bathtub and free toiletries.

Family Room - single occupancy in Maru Maru Hotel

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Family, Single Use

1 Double Bed

1 Bunk Bed

2 Twin Beds

1 Double Bed

700 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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Stay in our spacious 700 sqft Family Room, perfect for single occupancy, with 2 King size beds, 2 Twin beds, and 1 Bunk bed. Enjoy air conditioning, elevator access, and a private bathroom with a bathtub and free toiletries.

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1 King Size Bed

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Room - 2 Single

345 sqft

Fitness center

Minibar

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x3

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Standard is 344 square feet and includes 2 single beds 80-130 width plus desk, satellite tv , hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities , ironing set, safe, bathrobes, and slippers.

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Room - 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

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Room Two Beds

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Standard Room

195 sqft

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Standard is 194 square feet and includes desk, hairdryer, and ironing set.

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Single Room

300 sqft

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x3

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Twin Room Double is 301 square feet and includes a single bed 80-130 width.

Double/Queen Room

1 Queen Size Bed

1 Double Bed

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Deluxe, Double/King

1 King Size Bed

1 Double Bed

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Guest reviews

8.1

993 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Nasreen

8.2

September 2024

Location - perfect Breakfast- lovely

We didn’t get the rooms we booked. When we checked in late (which the hotel was aware of) we were told they were fully booked so we had to take a smaller room which could be changed in the morning. The second room didn’t even have the correct number of beds we had booked and we had to wait while they brought an extra bed

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Olumide

8.2

April 2023

Staff were fantastic….very helpful and knowledgeable. Breakfast was plentiful with a lot of variety and again very nice, helpful waitresses. Hotel location is perfect for exploring the city, and the rooftop bar and swimming pool are great places to relax.

The Wi-Fi is very fiddly to connect, but once connected, it works fine

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Alena

9.1

April 2023

Rooftop pool, breakfast buffet, cocktail happy hour (tasty cocktails), friendliness of housekeeping, perfect location for what we needed (very central), beautiful building

This is very specific and maybe we were just unlucky, but we got woken up by staff rearranging tables one floor up.

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Susan

8.2

March 2023

location

roof top bar and pool

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Jennifer

8.2

December 2024

The staff made up for the failings who could not have been more helpful or nicer.

The noise always at the bar restaurant and swimming pool which could be heard in the rooms downstairs. And you hear the chairs/tables above scraping across the floor. Took a lesser (in size and amenities) room at the front of the hotel which may have been less $$$. If so I did not receive any refund for that. The air con did not work for the first two nights (not cooling and water on floor) but it was finally fixed. I also reported a couple of other maintenance problems, eg, faucet in bathroom, blinking bedside light, telephone not connected, safe not working. Did not always receive clean hand towels, shampoo, water, etc. So room service was a bit spotty. Hotel needs to keep on top of these things.

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Monique

10

May 2023

Plakseda.khalfani mamy and Frank were wondering staff who welcomed me with open arms. They even surprised me with a birthday cake during my short stay. They made sure I was comfortable and pleased my entire time. I will definitely book this beautiful hotel again when I arrive later this year. This place really made me feel like home away from home.

I did not have any complaints during my stay.

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Giles

8.2

January 2025

The hotel is in a great location - right in the centre of the historic Stone Town. The staff were pleasant and happy to please. And the rooftop was enjoyable with a nice ambience and a scenic view.

My only criticism is the live music the hotel arranged on the rooftop when I was trying to enjoy the evening. The singing was off key and more importantly it was very loud which all together diminished the enjoyment of the previously nice ambience of the rooftop vibe. I appreciate the hotel was making an effort but maybe they should consider what their guests actually want in that setting. I hope this feedback helps.

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Kay

9.1

October 2024

We booked a family room for four adults - we are family. I love that there were two a/c's in the room. The sit-down bathtub was interesting as it was roomy enough for two There was a King bed, two bunk beds and a full sized bed. we all had our own beds and plenty of space which was a great way to end the trip as a family in one room since prior to that at each hotel we separated rooms and hotels by two. Definitely try the sunset happy hour, it's the best view and the apps and drinks are delicious and worth the money. Wouldn't recommend dinner as we found it very bland and not tasty. This is my second time at this hotel in stone town. I stayed one other place. I also like the location - right in the middle of the maze of shops but still walking distance to some of the popular restaurants and clubs.

The dinner and the breakfast. The bongo juice was not good. The buffet did not offer tasty choices and the girl making the omelet did not appear to know what she was doing. The omelets were dry and overcooked. Even after I asked her not to overcook it. This was the worst breakfast of all the hotels I visited - we went to 4 beaches and between the four of us we stayed at 6 hotels.

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Kingcyk

8.2

September 2024

The roof top restaurant and bar is fantastic. Enjoy sitting there after dinner and listen to the live music.

We have stayed twice - when first arrived Zanzibar and then back from Nungwi, both were family rooms for four. The first time, the room is a bit old and has some smell of old. Lighting not bright enough. The second time, we have another room, which seems been refurbished and was much better, though we'll prefer twin beds instead of bunker. Another thing to say is the exchange rate adopted by the hotel was worse. You better prepare to pay in Schilling.

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Radi

10

June 2024

The Chef at Maru Maru is outstanding and I would not hesitate to stay here again based on this as a main factor. I am gluten free and delighted with the way the chef and restaurant staff managed my allergies / requirements. The chef is particularly wonderful at offering options and went out of his way to make sure I was taken care of regarding food - and I am very grateful. It also takes skill and knowledge to properly be able to cater to gluten-free people and this was one of the best experieneces I have had for that. All the staff and management are briliant and no doubt I will stay here again! Thank you to the brilliant chef & all at Maru Maru!

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Points of Interest Around Maru Maru Hotel

Attractions

Old Fort (Ngome Kongwe)

0.1mi

House of Wonders (Beit-al-Ajaib)

0.1mi

Stone Town

0.1mi

Darajani Market (Marikiti Kuu)

0.3mi

Mwanakwerekwe Market

2.6mi

Jozani-Chwaka Bay National Park

13.4mi

Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium and Marine Turtle Conservation Lagoon

31.1mi

Restaurants

Terrace Restaurant

Cuisines

  • African
  • Chinese
  • Indian
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Jewish
  • Nepalese
  • Pizza
  • Seafood
  • Sushi
  • Asian
  • European
  • GrillBbq

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Modern
  • Romantic

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Rooftop
  • Salt water

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Maru Maru Hotel

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Massage

Tour desk

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Wheelchair accessible

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Playground

Garden

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Maru Maru Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Maru Maru Hotel

At what times are check-in and check-out at Maru Maru Hotel?

The timetable for guests at Maru Maru Hotel is to check in post 02:00 PM and check out prior to 11:00 AM.

Is vehicle parking offered by Maru Maru Hotel?

Yes, there is parking available for guests at Maru Maru Hotel. It's free, private, and located nearby. However, parking reservation is required, so make sure to secure your spot in advance.

How much does a stay at Maru Maru Hotel cost?

The beginning rate for stays at Maru Maru Hotel is $117. Bear in mind that pricing can alter depending on room configurations and dates. For a precise figure, enter your stay dates.

What types of rooms does Maru Maru Hotel offer?

The Maru Maru Hotel offers Twin, Queen, King, Family, and Standard Queen rooms. Occupancy ranges from single to family, accommodating up to 4 adults and 1 child. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. Bed sizes vary, including Twin, Queen, and King, and room sizes range from 301 sqft to 700 sqft.

Which amenities can guests enjoy at Maru Maru Hotel?

Guests at Maru Maru Hotel can indulge in various leisure activities. The hotel offers a modern restaurant called Terrace Restaurant, serving a diverse range of cuisines including African, Chinese, Indian, Italian, Japanese, Jewish, Nepalese, Pizza, Seafood, Sushi, Asian, European, and Grill BBQ. The hotel also boasts an outdoor swimming pool located on the rooftop with unique saltwater feature. For relaxation, guests can enjoy the spa, hot tub, and Jacuzzi. Those seeking a workout can visit the fitness center. Live music and performances enhance the ambiance. Moreover, the hotel provides shuttle service, airport shuttle, and 24-hour front desk to cater to guests' needs. Whether guests are looking to enjoy a meal, take a dive in the pool, or embrace complete relaxation, Maru Maru Hotel offers an array of amenities to make the stay enjoyable.

Does Maru Maru Hotel have a pool for guests?

The Maru Maru Hotel offers a pool for adults only, located outdoors on the rooftop. The pool is available year-round, and it features a saltwater system.

Does Maru Maru Hotel feature its own restaurants?

The Maru Maru Hotel offers the Terrace Restaurant on site, providing a family-friendly, modern, and romantic ambiance. The restaurant offers a diverse range of cuisines including African, Chinese, Indian, Italian, Japanese, Jewish, Nepalese, Pizza, Seafood, Sushi, Asian, European, and Grill BBQ.

Which payment methods are supported by Maru Maru Hotel?

Maru Maru Hotel supports payment methods including Mastercard, Visa, American Express, and cash.