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Zanzibar Serena Inn

Zanzibar Serena Inn

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Stone Town, Tanzania

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Zanzibar Serena Hotel (Zanzibar Serena Inn) is an iconic 5-star luxury seafront hotel, UNESCO World Heritage property, and historic architectural gem situated on the oceanfront of Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania. Created through the meticulous restoration of two historic sea-facing buildings, the hotel is Zanzibar's most celebrated heritage hotel.

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Our luxury accommodation portfolio includes 51 ocean-view deluxe rooms, prime sea-facing rooms, and opulent executive Sultan suites with private balconies overlooking the azure Indian Ocean. Property amenities include the acclaimed Baharia oceanfront restaurant, the Rooftop Terrace Seafood Restaurant, a sparkling seafront swimming pool, and the ambient Masahani Bar featuring live Taarab music.

Every room is exquisitely decorated with authentic brass-studded Zanzibari chests, draped four-poster beds, hand-carved louvered shutters, individual air conditioning, high-speed Wi-Fi, and marble en-suite bathrooms.

We welcome global luxury travelers, honeymooners, international dignitaries, and cultural heritage explorers, proudly accommodating guests and their service guide dogs with distinction.

From our seafront terrace, guests can embark on private sunset dhow cruises, excursions to Prison Island, guided Stone Town historical walks, and world-class scuba diving trips.

Zanzibar Serena Hotel embodies the exotic romance and maritime heritage of Zanzibar, offering breathtaking ocean views, peerless Swahili-French gastronomy, and legendary 5-star service.

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