Polana Serena Hotel, Maputo ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

1380 Avenida Julius Nyerere, Maputo, Mozambique, 00100

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“The hotel's location is perfect, just steps away from stunning beach views and vibrant local attractions!”view full review

Polana Serena Hotel, a historic 5-star hotel in Maputo, combines colonial charm with modern amenities. Guests can enjoy a heated indoor pool, exquisite dining options, and a spa. It features a prestigious location amidst palm-fringed streets and not far from iconic sites.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms in Polana Serena Hotel reflect a blend of colonial elegance and modern functionality, including Deluxe Rooms, Prime Rooms, and spacious suites with views of the Indian Ocean. The recently refurbished Polana Mar wing enhances your stay with contemporary décor and private balconies, while all accommodations are equipped with high-speed internet and minibars.

Dining Options

Polana Serena Hotel offers diverse dining experiences featuring gourmet cuisine, such as French dishes at The Delagoa Restaurant, international flavors at Varanda, and sushi delights at the open-air Aquarius. Guests can dine with breathtaking views over Maputo Bay and landscaped gardens.

Leisure & Business

Leisure activities include a heated indoor lap pool, extensive Maisha Spa treatments, and a fitness studio. Guests can unwind with yoga sessions or explore local attractions like Independence Square and the Museum of Natural History, all easily accessible from the hotel. Business travelers can utilize four meeting rooms with varied capacities.

Services & Local Area

Services at Polana Serena Hotel include a 24-hour front desk, concierge assistance, and event planning support for meetings and conferences. Guests can also enjoy nearby attractions such as the Polana Shopping Centre and local bus routes for convenient travel throughout the area.

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Polana Serena Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Executive Room

2 persons

305 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Bathtub

Balcony

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Deluxe Room

2 persons

280 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Standard Room

2 persons

295 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Facilities

Polana Serena Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Relaxing Spa Oasis

“The spa was a true haven for relaxation, featuring a tranquil atmosphere and an excellent massage that left me rejuvenated.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“The breakfast buffet was a good spread, especially that Sunday brunch which was full of delectable options.” view full review

Comfortable Room

“My room was a lovely retreat with a spacious bathroom and a huge terrace that offered amazing sea views.” view full review

Excellent Pool

“The main pool was an inviting spot to unwind, while the spa pool was perfect for swimming lengths and getting in a good workout.” view full review

Facilities: Great

8.7/10Review score

General

Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Locker room
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Barber shop
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Tennis court
Golf course
Yoga class
Sports trainer
Aerobics

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Live entertainment
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Turkish bath
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Facial
Treatment room
Beauty treatment
Massage

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Polana Serena Hotel Location

1380 Avenida Julius Nyerere, Maputo, Mozambique, 00100

Map view

1380 Avenida Julius Nyerere, Maputo, Mozambique, 00100

City landmarks

Landmark

Museum of Natural History

1.1 mi

Garden

Tunduru Botanical Gardens

1.5 mi

Park

Parque dos Continuadores FEIMA

2500 ft

Landmark

Vila Algarve

2700 ft

Museum

Museum of Geology

4400 ft

Mall

Polana shopping centre

3400 ft

Landmark

Fisheries Museum

4700 ft

Landmark

The Iron House

1.5 mi

Square

Independence Square

1.5 mi

Landmark

Fundacao Fernando Leite Couto

2500 ft

Church

Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception

1.4 mi

Museum

National Art Museum

1.6 mi

Landmark

The Smiling Lion

3200 ft

Island

Xefina Pequena

1.2 mi

Landmark

Teachers Garden

1.2 mi

Landmark

National Money Museum Maputo

1.7 mi

Landmark

Casino Marina

4700 ft

Museum

Fortress of Maputo

1.7 mi

Gallery

Centro Cultural Franco Mocambicano

1.5 mi

Garden

Jardim Dona Berta

1.4 mi

Landmark

Fortaleza of Maputo

1.7 mi

Landmark

Workers Square

2.0 mi

Landmark

Samora Machel Statue

1.5 mi

Island

Vamizi Island

1.5 mi

Landmark

Louis Tregardt Trek Memorial Garden

1.6 mi

Landmark

Praca 25 de Junho

1.7 mi

Museum

Museum of the Revolution

1.9 mi

Landmark

Mesquita da Baixa

1.8 mi

Nearby

Church

Saint Anthony Catholic Church

1800 ft

452 Av. Julius Nyerere

Tilandia Art Gallery

1300 ft

Restaurants

Restaurante Taverna

800 ft

Corner Avenidas Mao Tse Tung and Armando Tivane Av.julius nyerere n.967

Jacaranda

800 ft

Av. Armando Tivane 65

Rodizio Gourmet Bom Garfo

1400 ft

Av Julius Nyerere 930

Musashi Restaurante Japones

1800 ft

Rua Nkunya Kilibo 26

Mundo's

2300 ft

cnr Avenidas Julius Nyerere & Eduardo Mondlane

Getting around

City Centre

Maputo18 min · 5000 ft

Airports

Maputo International Airport (MPM)16 min · 6.6 mi

Train

Maputo Railway Station5 min · 2.1 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-20:30

Check-out

from 08:00-11:00

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Breakfast

The hotel Polana Serena provides visitors with a free full breakfast.

Children & extra beds

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Afrikaans, Swahili

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

131

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Polana Serena Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 187 verified reviews

8.5/10

Great

88%

Recommend

Breakfast

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Comfort

9.2/10

Facilities

8.7/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.0/10

Location

9.3/10

Paid Wi-Fi

8.9/10

Staff

8.9/10

Value for money

8.0/10

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