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About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Serene Abodes in Zanzibar City offers a hostel with free WiFi, air-conditioning, and a lounge. Each room includes a dining table, shared bathroom with shower, slippers, and a work desk. Convenient Facilities: Guests can enjoy a paid shuttle service, 24-hour front desk, housekeeping, full-day security, bike and car hire. The property also provides a continental breakfast and a seating area. Prime Location: Located 7 km from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, the hostel is steps from Stone Town Beach and close to attractions such as the Peace Memorial Museum and Old Fort of Zanzibar. Activities and Surroundings: Guests can engage in cycling, scuba diving, and explore nearby attractions like Kichwele Forest Reserve and Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
Miro
Poland“tasty breakfasts every morning, just at the ferry boat port, the staff very helpfull !”- Ryan
United Kingdom“Wifi worked well in the room, air conditioning and ceiling fan were great, property is basic but very good value” - Lasse
Germany“great location, close to the ferry terminal, and very beautiful building” - Anita Germany“Really nice guesthouse, simple, but all you need, clean and amazing service! Loved the breakfast. THANKS a lot to Kassim for answering my thousand questions and Alex!”
- Doris
Slovenia“Great location, near the main ferry harbor. The kindness of Kasim made my stay convenient and comfortable. Th accommodation is very clean. The breakfast is tasty. Asante Sana.” - Sophie
Australia“This place is run by a lovely couple who are incredibly helpful and welcoming—it feels like staying with your Zanziban aunt and uncle! Breakfast is offered daily, including a traditional option, and the rooms have everything you need. The...” - Kimberley
Netherlands“Extremely friendly staff, very well priced for what you get. Everything was clean, and up to date.” - Michele
Switzerland“Great location, really close to the beach/harbor; host is really friendly and helpful” - Victor Germany“Comfortable room, very well located and helpful staff”
Elena
Italy“We needed a place for day use near the Zanzibar ferry. Khassim (the manager) was extremely helpful and kind. Thanks Khassim.”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Serene Abodes in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.
