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Serena Beach Resort and Spa

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Bamburi Beach

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Terrace/patio
Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, free minibar items, in-room safe
Free daily buffet breakfast
Family Room, Non Smoking, Garden View | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • On private beach
  • Spa
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Check out the area

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Shanzu Beach, Mombasa, Mombasa County, 90352
  • Popular LocationBamburi Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationMtwapa Mall6 min drive
  • Popular LocationNyali Beach22 min drive
  • AirportMombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.)45 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Twin Room, Garden View

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 384 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View

  • 384 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Executive Studio Suite, Terrace, Garden View

  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • 581 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Mombasa

On the beach.Stay at this Mombasa hotel and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Bamburi Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Mtwapa Mall. Haller Park and Nguuni Nature Sanctuary are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Bamburi Beach - 4 min drive
  • Mtwapa Mall - 6 min drive
  • Nguuni Nature Sanctuary - 7 min drive
  • City Mall - 8 min drive
  • Nyali Beach - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mtwapa - 7 min drive
  • La marina - 8 min drive
  • Severin Sea Lodge - 5 min drive
  • Kendas Arcade Hotel - 5 min drive
  • Yul's - 5 min drive

About this property

Serena Beach Resort and Spa

4-star beachfront hotel near Bamburi Beach
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the white sand beach. Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Serena Beach Resort and Spa like an outdoor pool and outdoor tennis courts.

Free breakfast is available daily. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach hotel also offers a health club, a spa tub, and a steam room. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Mombasa hotel.

  • 164 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • 3 dining venues
  • 20000 sq ft of conference space
  • 1858 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1976
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Serena Beach Resort and Spa offers 164 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 21-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

Serena Maisha has massage/treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a spa tub and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Swahili

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Rafting
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 21-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Serena Beach Resort and Spa

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for KES 115.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: KES 3100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Rollaway bed fee: KES 115.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property Registration Number 7997

We should mention

  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Serena Beach Mombasa
Serena Beach Resort
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Serena Beach Hotel And Spa
Serena Beach Hotel Shanzu
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Serena Beach Resort and Spa to the airport?

Serena Beach Resort and Spa is 10.8 mi (38-min drive) away from the Vipingo (VPG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Serena Beach Resort and Spa?

As of May 22, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Serena Beach Resort and Spa on Jun 1, 2024 start from $319.49, excluding 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.

Does Serena Beach Resort and Spa have an airport shuttle?

Serena Beach Resort and Spa offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of KES 3100 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Serena Beach Resort and Spa to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Serena Beach Resort and Spa offer free breakfast?

Serena Beach Resort and Spa offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Serena Beach Resort and Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Serena Beach Resort and Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Serena Beach Resort and Spa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Serena Beach Resort and Spa have a pool?

Serena Beach Resort and Spa features an outdoor pool.

Does Serena Beach Resort and Spa have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 3 restaurants on site.

Does Serena Beach Resort and Spa have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Serena Maisha, where you can enjoy facials, hot stone massages, and body wraps.

How close is Serena Beach Resort and Spa to downtown Mombasa?

Serena Beach Resort and Spa is 0.4 mi away from Shanzu.

Serena Beach Resort and Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 170 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 170 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 170 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 170 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 170 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Songhai

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was slightly overpriced for the meal packages based on the offerings.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Salimah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful result ! I will be back !
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Alberto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the grounds, the architecture of the place Beach is just ok, and pool overcrowded Food was not quite up to my standard in the main restaurant although much better in the separated grill right at the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old school style, beach restaurant is very good, although next doors hotel had a disco that was anoying
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vikas, Sunnyvale

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great grandeur, property super well kept, pristine beaches, lot of amenities, 5 star property with great service. Top class service. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A good enough stay
Beautiful grounds. Vast gardens and well maintained. Decent beach front with some activities. This hotel is 50 years old, I googled that and it’s been modernized to still afford a good stay. That’s laudable Where it lets down is the food. Breakfast was decent but dinner was a huge letdown. I’m not going to bore you with details, skip the dinner buffet by all means and if you must, the sea food restaurant was a good option. I will never understood paying for things like water when you have a buffet. What is one supposed to do? Choke on meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jason

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023