Serene Abodes

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Staff

9.6

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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 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

Continental

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Julija
Lithuania Lithuania
“They gave me a whole room for myself with single beds. The location was great, a few seconds away from the ferry. Tasty breakfast. Friendly staff”
Elena
Canada Canada
“The stafff was very helpful, breakfast was good, location very close to attractions.”
Sarah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Kasim was absolutely fabulous. He was so helpful, giving us all the information we needed to catch the local buses around the island. On our last day he even walked us to the bus and helped us carry our bags. The Aircon was great. The beds were...”
Philippa
Australia 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 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 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.”
Miro
Poland Poland
“tasty breakfasts every morning, just at the ferry boat port, the staff very helpfull !”
Ryan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Wifi worked well in the room, air conditioning and ceiling fan were great, property is basic but very good value”
Lasse
Germany Germany
“great location, close to the ferry terminal, and very beautiful building”
Anita
Germany 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!”

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4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
We have 1 left
  • 4 bunk beds
168 feet²
Air conditioning
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Seating Area
  • Slippers
  • Mosquito net
  • Shared bathroom
  • Fan
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Dining table
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Hand sanitiser
Max persons: 2
US$34 per night
Price US$102
Excluded: US$ 2 City tax per person per night, 18 % VAT
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Max persons: 1
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US$17 per night
Price US$51
Excluded: US$ 2 City tax per person per night, 18 % VAT
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  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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  • discount may be available
Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
We have 1 left
  • 3 single beds
Air conditioning
Max persons: 2
US$37 per night
Price US$112
Excluded: US$ 2 City tax per person per night, 18 % VAT
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  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$19 per night
Price US$56
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  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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Economy Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
We have 1 left
  • 4 single beds
196 feet²
Air conditioning
Max persons: 2
US$37 per night
Price US$112
Excluded: US$ 2 City tax per person per night, 18 % VAT
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  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$19 per night
Price US$56
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  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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Budget Double Room
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  • 1 double bed
Air conditioning
Max persons: 2
US$42 per night
Price US$125
Excluded: US$ 2 City tax per person per night, 18 % VAT
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  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$21 per night
Price US$64
Excluded: US$ 2 City tax per person per night, 18 % VAT
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  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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Budget Double Room
We have 1 left
  • 1 double bed
Air conditioning
Max persons: 2
US$42 per night
Price US$125
Excluded: US$ 2 City tax per person per night, 18 % VAT
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  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$20 per night
Price US$61
Excluded: US$ 2 City tax per person per night, 18 % VAT
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House rules

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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
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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.

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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.

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There are no cots available at this property.

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No age restriction
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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.