Maru Maru Hotel

Gizenga Street, Shangani, Zanzibar Town 394-400 TZ
View Map Reservations: +1-800-219-2797
3.0 Star Property Near Zanzibar Night Market
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07/27/2026 - 07/28/2026
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Property Description

Set in the heart of the UNESCO world heritage site of StoneTown, maru maru is just a few steps from the city’s historical wonders, colourful markets and labyrinth of shops. Once a town house famous for its marble floors and tiles, it has now been lovingly restored to offer 51bright rooms blending classic Zanzibar style with iconic design and modern luxuries. Its roof terrace offers one of the best views in the city with a 360° panorama and is the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail as the sun melts into the Indian Ocean. The relaxed ambiance at maru maru continues long into the night as people come to enjoy the authentic north and south Indian fusion cuisine, view art in maru maru’s gallery and enjoy the captivating sound of Tahareb music as it floats into the night.Unique Points Only hotel that is superbly located in the confluence of Indian ocean with a 360º view across the roofs of stone town to the attractions like house of wonders, Old fort & Forodhani garden and Indian ocean. The best south Indian chef on the island creating Dosa, Idly and modern flavors with Zanzibar spices. Heritage and first building with marble is steeped in history with deep ties to Stone Town’s past, present & future. Also the only building in town with elevator. Value - 5* luxury at 3* prices without cutting corners. Just feel the towels. . .Only hotel to combine classic Zanzibar heritage and style with truly modern design and comforts.

Amenities / Features


  • Check In: 2:00 pm - anytime
  • Check Out: 11:00 am
  • Air conditioning
  • ATM
  • Baby facilities in room
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Car rental
  • Central location
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Dinner available
  • DVD Player
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Fax available
  • Generator for sleeping rooms
  • Generator for public spaces
  • Hairdryer available
  • Internet - wireless
  • Internet - ethernet
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Kitchenette in room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Licensed bar
  • Mini bar
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Private car parking
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Safe in rooms
  • Shower
  • Shows or evening entertainment
  • Spa
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • Terrace

Airport & Shuttle Information

Kisauni International Airport 15km. $15 up to max. 3 people one way, 4-6 people $20

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Breakfast Information

Included in the price, Buffet/active station (Continental)

Pet Friendly?

Sorry, pets are not allowed.

Parking Info

Free

Internet / WiFI

Free Wi-Fi

Group vs. Individual Rates at Maru Maru Hotel

Rate fluctuations of Maru Maru Hotel

The graph above is trends of room rates for both group/meeting rates and the lowest online individual prices our rate checker could find at the time the group offer was placed. The most competitive group/meeting rate displayed is 20.9% in the month of August 2024 and the highest average individual rate is $134 in the month of December 2024. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Maru Maru Hotel in a month when rates are lower.

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