Name: Serene Abodes
Address: Block 597, Zanzibar City, Tanzania, Block 597, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Rating: 8.3

Serene Abodes

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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 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

Continental

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Room type	Number of guests
4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 4 bunk beds
Double or Twin Room 2 single beds
Budget Double Room 1 double bed
Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom 3 single beds
Economy Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom 4 single beds
Budget Double Room 1 double bed

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Philippa

Australia

“Perfect hostel for a night or two in Stone Town! Kasim was an amazing host, incredibly helpful and friendly. Place was comfortable and clean, would definitely stay here again, excellent value for money and breakfast included too.”

Chung

Australia

“Location close to Ferry terminal was convenient, within walking distance to sites in Stone Town. Cooked breakfast was good. Spacious comfortable room. Kasim was an excellent host, very friendly and gave excellent advice. I booked here twice...”

Chung

Australia

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.”

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Facilities of Serene Abodes

House rules

Serene Abodes takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:00 to 22:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 10:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

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

0 - 12 years

Extra bed upon request

US$15 per child, per night

13+ years

Extra bed upon request

US$20 per person, per night

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.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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.