With its beautiful, palm-fringed Indian Ocean coastline, vibrant mix of cultures and grand colonial architecture, Mozambique offers abundant opportunities for adventure, experience and discovery. In the heart of all this splendour, the historic Polana Serena Hotel in Maputo has upheld a rich tradition of hospitality since 1922.
Maputo's premier 5-star hotel address and aptly described as the Grand Dame of African Hotels has long welcomed discerning travellers with a unique combination of colonial ambience and architecture, modern service and amenities, and unparalleled personalised attention finely attuned to each guest. The iconic hotel was originally built in the “palace style” nearly one hundred years ago, attracting a guest list that included international diplomats, politicians and heads of state during World War II. Today, the legend lives on after a meticulous refurbishment that preserved the hotel's original heritage whilst seamlessly introducing modern comforts and amenities to ensure its place as one of the leading heritage hotels in Mozambique and throughout the continent.
In addition to beautifully appointed guest rooms, you can choose among our elegant suites with spectacular Indian Ocean views. The recently refurbished Polana Mar wing exudes an African scent and provides for spectacular views over the sea standing out as the place for both business and leisure. Relax in a comfortable chaise by the magnificent ocean-view pool and gardens or indulge with an Exotic Lime & Ginger Salt Glow body treatment or an Ayurvedic Hot Stone Massage at the Serena Maisha Mind Body & Spirit Spa. Lovers of gourmet cuisine will relish the array of dining choices, including splendid French cuisine at The Delagoa Restaurant, savoury international dishes and sweeping views of Maputo Bay at Varanda and open-air sushi delights at Aquarius.
Discover a gateway between Mozambique's storied past and cosmopolitan present at one of Africa's finest hotels.
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Year of construction: 1922
Year of most recent renovation: 2016
Total number of rooms: 153
Suites: 10
Studios: 19
Executive rooms: 29
Family rooms: 4
Disability-friendly rooms: 1
NO Connecting rooms
hotel
American Express
Diners Club
MasterCard
Visa
Maestro
Visa Electrón
City centre: 9,8 Km.
Airport: 6,9 Km.
Entertainment Area: 9,8 Km.
NO Small pets allowed (under 5 kg)
NO Large pets allowed (over 5 kg)
NO Wheelchair-accessible
Car park
NO Garage
24-hour reception
Check-in hour: 14:00:00-00:00:00
Check-out hour: 11:00:00-12:00:00
Mobile phone coverage
NO Wired Internet
Wi-fi (*)
Local and international calls
Car hire (*)
Transfer service (*)
Secure parking
Airport Shuttle (*)
Room service
Laundry service
Medical service (*)
Babysitting service (*)
Air conditioning in public areas
Smoke detector
Hotel safe
Currency exchange facilities
Cloakroom
Lift access
Shop
Gym
Luggage room
Café
Bar
Restaurant
Non-smoking area
Smoking area
Highchairs
Poolside snack bar
Air conditioning in Restaurant
Conference room
Meeting room: 6
Business centre
Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
Sun loungers
Parasols
Entertainment programme for adults
Sauna
Steam bath
Hot tub
Turkish bath (hamam)
Massage
Spa treatments
Hairdressing salon
Beauty salon
Spa centre
Breakfast buffet
À la carte lunch
Set menu lunch
Buffet dinner
À la carte dinner
Special dietary options
Early Check-in (*)
Early departure
Identification card at arrival
Flight information required
Non-smoking establishment
Minimum check-in age: 18
Aqua fit
Aerobics
Beach volleyball
Tennis
Other Protocol
NO Number of bedrooms: 1
Shower
Bathtub
Hairdryer
Toiletries
Wi-fi
TV
Alarm clock
Plug adaptor
Minibar
Tea and coffee making facilities
Individually adjustable air conditioning
Individually adjustable heating
Safe
Wake-up service
Desk
NO Smoking rooms
Smoke detector
Housekeeping
Soundproof room
NO Extra beds on demand
NO Cot on demand