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Polana Serena Hotel

Maputo, Mozambique

Silver price level

Mango Opinion

The Hotel Polana has been recently refurbished as it is a member of the Serena Properties. The location is ideal, in the center of the city - and you feel like you are a part of history when you stay there. We like the wi-fi service in the bar and the pool area overlooking the Indian Ocean.

Some of the rooms are not yet refurbished and are a bit dated.

 

In the heart of Maputo, the justly famous Hotel Polana is a cool and gracious haven that recalls the elegance and splendor of colonial times. Close to Maputo's nerve center - the international Embassies, the Presidency of the Republic, government Ministries and popular restaurants - and ten minutes away from the city center and the Mavalane International airport, the Hotel Polana is a majestic building with a history stretching back many years.

Built in 1922 along sweepingly splendid lines, the magnificent Polana Serena Hotel has long been considered one of Africas finest hotels. Located on the leafy boulevards of one of Maputos most exclusive residential districts, the Polana Serena Hotel belongs to an elite class of world-famous hotels.

The Polanas perfect location gives guests a panoramic view of the Bay of Maputo from virtually anywhere in the lush, landscaped gardens, the ideal place for a gentle stroll or a game of chess under the deep shade of the great rubber tree. Offering 142 rooms, many of which are spacious suites, the Grande Dame of Maputo now also offers a choice of three restaurants: the all-day dining Varanda Restaurant, the Delagoa fine-dining experience in the French style; the Aquarius Restaurant and Bar, and the Polana Bar. The hotel also offers the Maisha Mind Body and Spirit Health Club and Spa, a stunning pool, extensive gardens, a beauty salon and three gift shops. 

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