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Zanzibar Serena Inn

3.0 of 5
Kelele Square, Stone Town, Tanzania
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Zanzibar Serena Inn
Ranked #6 of 29 hotels in Stone Town
4.5 of 5 stars 218 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Very good(8)
  • Private beach(7)
  • Corner room(6)
  • Pool area(6)
  • Air conditioning(4)
  • Great Hotel(4)
  • Small Luxury(3)
  • Indian Ocean(3)
  • Breakfast buffet(3)
  • Friendly staff(3)
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Sitka, Alaska
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012
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The hotel is interesting, built into two historic buildings, the telecommunications building and a doctor's dispensary, Our room had a great sunset view over the Indian Ocean. But the service was what made this place. People were very accommodating, arranging tours, boat charters and catering to my special interests. The hotel has a private beach north of Stonetown. The day... More

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Geneva, Switzerland
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

This is a great hotel with amazing views. The staff are friendly and helpful. The breakfast buffet is something to remember. Private beach and pool overlooking the ocean. More

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Soest, The Netherlands
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

I met some people on my flight who where stayin here. They showed me the great rooms and told me breakfast and lunch where stunning. I had dinner there two times, the food is amazing. the staff is the most warm i met in zanzibar/tanzania. There was some life music going before dinner, they have an private beach outside of... More

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Geneva, Switzerland
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

Looking over the indian ocean with quite an interesting architecture and history throughout stone town, I definitely fell for this place. The hotel staff especially the doorman/greeter was especially helpful and tended to everything big and small! I will definitely return! Food was delicious too! More

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England
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

Before arriving at the Serena we had heard what a great hotel it was. Luckily we were not disapointed. The Serena is a beautifully restored hotel. From the lobby to the swimming pool, there is a real touch of class about the hotel. We were upgraded for free to a prime room which had wonderful views over the pool to... More

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Kigali, Rwanda
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

Lots of things to do, amazing views, pretty pool and awesome rooms!! The makings of a amazing place. Plus you are in the center of stone town! More

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

Stayed here for one night before heading to a resort outside of stonetown. This was a wonderful hotel in the city- air conditioning w/ very nicely decorated rooms. Staff was helpful and attentive. Went for a tour of the city and then swam at the pool for the afternoon. In the late afternoon they served tea and homemade crepes by... More

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New York City, New York
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012

We were greeted by Yousef, the porter (I assume), who remembered us and gave us exceptional service for our entire stay. There did seem to be a little confusion as we had expected not to even open our wallets (including alcohol), yet they initially told us it was extra. After that slight confusion, they didn't even question any charges we... More

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Campinas, SP
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68 reviews 68 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2012

close to the mayor atrations in stone town, with good swining pool, ask for the room with ocean view, surprise courtesy...a bottle of south africa wine More

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London
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

This hotel ticked all the boxes. It's not exactly palacial, but provides, good, clean, comfotable accommodation in the heart of Zanzibar. Service was good, rooms were clean and it was nice to have a pool to dip in to on hot afternoons. More

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  • Zanzibar Serena Stone Town
Address: Kelele Square, Stone Town, Tanzania
Price range (per night):* RM310 - 1,342

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