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Polana Serena Hotel

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and full-service spa
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Exterior
Food and drink
Lobby
Front of property
Body treatments, aromatherapy, facials, Ayurvedic treatments

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Parking included
    Parking included
The price is AU$335
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec

Room options

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Executive Room

Executive Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Standard Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Avenida Julius Nyerere 1380, Maputo, 00100

What's nearby

  • Eduardo Mondlane University - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Maputo Central Market - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Maputo Cathedral - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Maputo City Hall - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Maputo Botanical Gardens - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Maputo (MPM-Maputo Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Estoril - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mundo's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante ABFC - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Backroom - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Polana Serena Hotel

Luxury hotel
A terrace, a garden and a hair salon are just a few of the amenities provided at Polana Serena Hotel. Indulge in a facial, aromatherapy and Ayurvedic treatments at Serena Maisha, the on-site spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and sushi. Fitness classes are offered at the gym; the property also has dry cleaning/laundry services, car hire on-site and a bar. In addition to a business centre and a steam room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge) and massage treatment rooms
  • A front desk safe, laundry services and concierge services
Room features
All 153 rooms have comforts, such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as separate sitting areas and dressing gowns.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with Jetted bath and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Separate sitting areas, free infant beds and electric kettles

Languages

Afrikaans, English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Aquarius
  • Delagoa Fine Dining
  • Varanda All Day Dining

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Facials
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1922
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: 75-per cent of room rate for check-in between midnight and 6:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: MZN 200 per person (one way)
  • Late check-in fee: 75 per cent of room rate for check-in between midnight and 6:00 AM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 400000611

We should mention

Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Polana Serena
Polana Serena Hotel
Polana Serena Hotel Maputo
Polana Serena Maputo
Polana Serena Hotel Hotel
Polana Serena Hotel Maputo
Polana Serena Hotel Hotel Maputo

Frequently asked questions

Does Polana Serena Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Polana Serena Hotel?

As of 24 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Polana Serena Hotel on 8 Dec 2024 start from AU$334.69, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Polana Serena Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Polana Serena Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Polana Serena Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available from midnight to 6:00 AM for a fee of 75%.

What time is check-out at Polana Serena Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does Polana Serena Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of MZN 200 per person applies.

Where is Polana Serena Hotel located?

Situated in Maputo, this luxury hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Vila Algarve, Geology Museum and Núcleo de Arte. Museum of Natural History and Shopping 24 are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Polana Serena Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 218 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 218 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 218 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 218 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 218 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cassidy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels I’ve stayed in. Staff goes above and beyond to help and make you feel welcome and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ibiye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sylvie

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities
No toiletries on the room unlike other Serena hotels
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ngowari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service. The staff was extremely professional and helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loris

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Issa

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly, respectful staff and quite professional!! Love the people and the hotel!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second visit whilst on business. Great location and the staff are highly attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

John

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Midweek break in Maputo
Stay in central Maputo was great. Very safe area, lovely gym and pool and breakfasts at Polana. Very helpful staff for first time visitors. Meals in restaurants within walking distance. Had a few fun filled days. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Magdalena

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amina

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The area is very safe, right next to the presidency. I hope they can build elevators that get you from the main building to the rooms on the 4th floor. The views from the 4th floor rooms are amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

idalia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
o Hotel já não é digno de 5 estrelas precisa ser r
o hotel precisa urgentemente de uma manutenção. a) 2 noites sem dormir por causa de mosquitos no quarto; b) a piscina com tijoleira solta; c) as camas da piscina com nodoas e esponja envelhecida; d) a casa de banho do quarto envelhecida com a junção da tijoleira preta de humidade De positivo o serviço do hotel, o pequeno almoço excelente e a infrastrutura colonial muito agravel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan Baptiste

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent !
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

david

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Mohamad, dearborn

Travelled with partner
Not worth the price, outdated
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Polana is a legend
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Polana Hotel was a beautiful hotel and the staff was excellent. Loves the history and that it has been in service for 100 years.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night stop over
Quick one night stop over - Check in was quick , friendly helpful staff, beds comfy, room 415 great view. No milk for tea and coffee in room. Hotel needs Maintainence Ate at the a la cart restaurant food was ok
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good hotel for business or leisure
The service is always good, rooms are well appointed and very comfortable. I prefer the main building as it feels more stylish but the new rooms are great as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022