Home Accommodations Zanzibar Maru Maru Hotel, Zanzibar
Maru Maru Hotel, Zanzibar
Mid-Range

Maru Maru Hotel, Zanzibar

📍 Zanzibar Hotel

Welcome to Maru Maru Hotel, Zanzibar

A Timeless Oasis in the Heart of Stone Town

Where Heritage Meets Luxury

Tucked away in the heart of historic Stone Town, Zanzibar, Maru Maru Hotel offers a perfect blend of Swahili charm, modern comforts, and a warm Zanzibari welcome. Whether you’re here for a romantic getaway, a cultural adventure, or a business trip, our boutique hotel provides an unforgettable stay with stunning rooftop views, rich history, and world-class hospitality.

Why Stay at Maru Maru?

Prime Location – Explore UNESCO-listed Stone Town’s vibrant markets, museums, and cultural landmarks right from our doorstep.
Elegant Rooms & Suites – A mix of Swahili, Arabic, and Indian influences designed for comfort and relaxation.
Rooftop Dining & Bar – Enjoy delicious local and international cuisine with breathtaking 360° sunset views over Stone Town.
Personalized Service – Experience warm Swahili hospitality with a dedicated team ready to make your stay exceptional.
Infinity Pool & Wellness – Unwind with a swim, a spa treatment, or a yoga session on our serene rooftop.


Our Rooms & Suites

Each of our classically designed rooms combines historic architecture with modern amenities, offering a cozy retreat in the heart of Zanzibar.

🏡 Deluxe Rooms – Stylish and comfortable with authentic Swahili décor.
🏝️ Executive Suites – Spacious elegance with city or courtyard views.
🌅 Rooftop Suites – Wake up to breathtaking sunrise views over Stone Town.

All rooms include:
✔️ Free Wi-Fi
✔️ Air conditioning
✔️ Flat-screen TV
✔️ Luxury bedding
✔️ En-suite bathroom
✔️ 24-hour room service


Dine with a View – Rooftop Restaurant & Bar

Experience the best dining in Stone Town at our renowned rooftop restaurant. From traditional Zanzibari delicacies to international favorites, every dish is crafted with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

🥘 Signature Dishes:

  • Grilled seafood platters
  • Swahili-style coconut curries
  • Exotic tropical fruit desserts

🍹 Rooftop Bar – Sip on handcrafted cocktails while enjoying unparalleled sunset views over the Indian Ocean.


Relax & Rejuvenate

🌊 Infinity Pool – A refreshing escape with panoramic views.
💆 Spa & Wellness – Indulge in relaxing massages and wellness treatments.
🧘 Yoga Sessions – Start your day with peace and tranquility.


Discover Zanzibar – Tours & Activities

Maru Maru Hotel is your gateway to Zanzibar’s most exciting experiences. Let us arrange tailored excursions for you:

🌍 Stone Town Tours – Wander through winding alleys, ancient palaces, and spice-scented markets.
🐢 Prison Island Excursion – Meet Zanzibar’s giant tortoises and explore historic ruins.
🌿 Spice Farm Tour – Discover the island’s famous spice plantations.
🏖️ Beach Getaways – Take a day trip to Zanzibar’s pristine beaches.
🐠 Snorkeling & Diving – Explore vibrant coral reefs in the Indian Ocean.


Plan Your Stay at Maru Maru Hotel

📍 Location: Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania


Your Zanzibar Escape Awaits!

Whether you’re seeking history, adventure, or pure relaxation, Maru Maru Hotel is the perfect place to experience the magic of Zanzibar. Book your stay today and let us create memories that last a lifetime!

Would you like any refinements or additions?

Tanzania Safari Experience We Can Offer

Tanzania-Experience arranges lodge and camping safaris, trekking and hiking tours and beach holidays.

Hiking

Hike the Majestic Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru and Oldonyo lengai and enjoy your Tanzania adventure

Camping

Camping safaris Tanzania are more popular on Northern Tanzania than in the Southern.

Beach

Discover Zanzibar’s best beaches with its spectacular sunsets, palm-fringed beaches, turquoise waters & colourful coral reefs

Lodging

Lodge safaris are for the discerning traveller who wishes to experience Eastern Africa’s wilderness in comfort and ease.

Canoeing

Tanzania Canoeing Safaris · is the ultimate in relaxing excitement to enjoy the astonishingly beautiful scenery.

Cultural experience

We offer a blend of both Tanzania’s wildlife and its cultural heritage safaris

Biking

We are pioneers in making bike safaris. Our experience and hard work have made us able to offer unusual routes.

Walking safari

Walking safaris are a great way to meet the magic of the bush. Encountering animals by stepping into their world awakens your senses.

Testimonials

Customer Reviews

EXCELLENT
Tripadvisor star 1Tripadvisor star 2Tripadvisor star 3Tripadvisor star 4Tripadvisor star 5
Based on 630 reviews
Posted on Tripadvisor Tripadvisor
Christine L profile picture
Christine L
Tripadvisor star 1Tripadvisor star 2Tripadvisor star 3Tripadvisor star 4Tripadvisor star 5Verified
A truly unforgettable experience My husband and I went on the 6-day private honeymoon safari with hot air balloon, guided by Peter. Peter was a fantastic, knowledgeable (in wildlife matters and sharing his culture), welcoming and great guide - ensuring that we had every opportunity to see the animals, especially the big 5! It was our first safari (and who knows when we will have to opportunity to do this again), but the experience was truly unforgettable. Every accommodation made us feel welcomed, comfortable and safe. We went during low season so the parks were a little bit more calm, and the lodges were less busy - but that did not detract from the wonderful experience. Serengeti African Tours were exceptionally professional and we have no regrets about the choice we made. Thanks again for an amazing experience to Serengeti African Tours and special thanks to Peter, who was committed to ensuring that we had an unforgettable experience!
Posted on Tripadvisor Tripadvisor
Alys H profile picture
Alys H
Tripadvisor star 1Tripadvisor star 2Tripadvisor star 3Tripadvisor star 4Tripadvisor star 5Verified
Our Driver Kelvin was the best, patient fantastic driver who was knowledgeable and keenly aware of our needs. We saw the Big Five, the accommodations were fantastic. Great Safari!
Posted on Tripadvisor Tripadvisor
captpaulwarren profile picture
captpaulwarren
Tripadvisor star 1Tripadvisor star 2Tripadvisor star 3Tripadvisor star 4Tripadvisor star 5Verified
5 day safari in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro regions Very well planned safari. Best wildlife I've seen in eight safaris. Peter, our guide was very knowledgeable and his driving skills were fantastic.
Posted on Tripadvisor Tripadvisor
Jasper F profile picture
Jasper F
Tripadvisor star 1Tripadvisor star 2Tripadvisor star 3Tripadvisor star 4Tripadvisor star 5Verified
Amazing. It was an amazing week. The Peter was really nice, knowledgeable and well organised. He was also the only truck who managed to not get stuck in the mud. We saw the big five!
Posted on Tripadvisor Tripadvisor
Sergi L profile picture
Sergi L
Tripadvisor star 1Tripadvisor star 2Tripadvisor star 3Tripadvisor star 4Tripadvisor star 5Verified
Amazing experience! As nature lovers, this safari has been a turning point in our lives. A unique and unforgettable experience where the animals come to see you, not the other way around—this is when you truly realize what real freedom is. It’s true that luck plays a role, but having such an experienced guide like Matthew allowed us to enjoy the trip to the fullest and have truly incredible encounters. My favorite moment was when a pregnant leopard calmly decided to visit us right next to the 4x4. Situations like that only happen when the driver knows how to handle the vehicle and always maintains respect for wildlife. He also explained every detail about the parks and was very open with us—we had a great time! A 100% recommended experience.
Posted on Tripadvisor Tripadvisor
Lara W profile picture
Lara W
Tripadvisor star 1Tripadvisor star 2Tripadvisor star 3Tripadvisor star 4Tripadvisor star 5Verified
An Unforgettable 6-Day Safari – An Incredible Experience I booked a 6-day safari with Serengeti African Tours together with my sister and cousin. First of all, I can say that it was one of the most beautiful and eventful experiences I have ever had. Planning the safari turned out to be very straightforward and was arranged via WhatsApp without any problems. Within a very short time, we received an offer as well as answers to our questions. The packing list that was provided was also very helpful in preparing us as first-time safari travelers. On the evening before our safari began, we received a short briefing with important information and details about the pickup. The itinerary absolutely thrilled us and exceeded all our expectations. Our guides, Adrian and David, were incredibly kind and knowledgeable, knew the best spots in the national parks, and answered every question we had. The accommodations were breathtakingly beautiful, and it was almost a shame that we could only stay one night at each place. Although we mostly stayed in tented camps or lodges, we would still recommend spending one night camping to complete the adventure. One night we stayed at a bush camp surrounded by zebras at night, and we could listen to them grazing. We learned an incredible amount and would do the trip exactly the same way again anytime! The only point of criticism we can mention is the sometimes insufficient communication. At times there were complications, which meant that one accommodation as well as the original itinerary had to be changed. We completely understand this, of course, but we would have appreciated being informed about it, for example in the form of an updated travel plan.
Posted on Tripadvisor Tripadvisor
Amelie B profile picture
Amelie B
Tripadvisor star 1Tripadvisor star 2Tripadvisor star 3Tripadvisor star 4Tripadvisor star 5Verified
Safari - Maximale Adventure Wir hatten den besten Tourguide ever, Ali. Die Safari war ein Erlebnis, ein richtiges adventure. Wir haben 4 von 5 der big fives gesehen. Toll wäre es gewesen, hätten wir eine Packliste für das Camping bekommen. Darauf waren wir leider sehr unvorbereitet.
Posted on Tripadvisor Tripadvisor
Nikki V profile picture
Nikki V
Tripadvisor star 1Tripadvisor star 2Tripadvisor star 3Tripadvisor star 4Tripadvisor star 5Verified
Amazing safari I did the 3 day taste affordable Serengeti & Ngorongoro Lodge safari. I was solo and everything was perfect and very safe. I had a really nice group, the lodges were really nice and our guide did everything to find the big 5, which was succesfull. Big thanks to our guide Adrian.
Posted on Tripadvisor Tripadvisor
Nicola profile picture
Nicola
Tripadvisor star 1Tripadvisor star 2Tripadvisor star 3Tripadvisor star 4Tripadvisor star 5Verified
Primo Safari non si scorda mai Mi sono affidato a questa agenzia e non c’è stato nulla che non sia andato come speravo! Assistenza sempre presente, guide professionali , cibo incredibile e abbondante! Il lodge che ci è stato prenotato era semplicemente perfetto e ci hanno fatto un graditissimo regalo dandoci delle magliette a maniche corte con il loro logo! 5 stelle super meritate e stra consigliato , tutto perfetto
Posted on Tripadvisor Tripadvisor
David C profile picture
David C
Tripadvisor star 1Tripadvisor star 2Tripadvisor star 3Tripadvisor star 4Tripadvisor star 5Verified
Safari was brilliant Great trip especially with Matthias as a very knowledgeable guide and Richard producing very good fresh food each day- would definitely book with them again
Property Details
🏕
TypeHotel
📍
LocationZanzibar
🗺
RegionZanzibar
CategoryMid-Range
StatusAvailable for Booking
📬 Book or Enquire

Our team can arrange your stay, transfers, and game drives. Get a custom itinerary in 24 hours.

Get Free Quote → 💬 WhatsApp Us

BOOKING INQUIRY

Contact Form Demo

We are true experts when it comes to Tanzania. We live, work and travel here. Serengeti African Tours arranges lodge and camping safaris, trekking and hiking tours and beach holidays. We carefully select our well-trained guides, drivers, cooks and porters.

Address

Pangani Street, Arusha
Tanzania – East Africa

Phone

Email