Title: Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889600/889519/c293e81f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property preview](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/097574B4C664712B04FC90568A475D63/9ce55b46-4db3-4d45-a597-6b8d6dd044c9-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1080) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889600/889519/8610d78e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889600/889519/w1547h895x53y16-5e271c69.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 restaurants, breakfast served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889600/889519/5f56359d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel in Kivukoni welcomes guests with a free breakfast buffet and convenient access to an adjacent golf course. Visitors enjoy the poolside bar, indulge in spa treatments, or try windsurfing and snorkeling while savoring ocean views from the restaurants. 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - - Pool - Bar - Spa - Room service - Gym £162 includes taxes & fees 13 Nov - 14 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 18 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=889519&PinnedHotelID=889519&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=889519&PinnedHotelID=889519&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 19 - Oct 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=889519&PinnedHotelID=889519&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=889519&PinnedHotelID=889519&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=889519&PinnedHotelID=889519&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=889519&PinnedHotelID=889519&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=889519&PinnedHotelID=889519&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=889519&PinnedHotelID=889519&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 15 of 15 rooms ![Standard Room, City View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889600/889519/b2d9159d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, City View 9.0 Wonderful 12 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Bathrobes - 355 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Superior Room, Garden View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889600/889519/a2c7bf6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, Garden View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Bathrobes - 355 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Executive Room, City View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889600/889519/28518487.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Room, City View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning LCD TV Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Bathrobes Shower/bath combination - 355 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889600/889519/f2c7afd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Room, Ocean View ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning LCD TV Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Bidet Shower/bath combination - 355 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Executive Suite, Garden View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889600/889519/f9ae8f0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Suite, Garden View ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning LCD TV Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Bidet Shower/bath combination - 700 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Business Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889600/889519/ae492773.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Business Suite ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning LCD TV 3 bedrooms Blackout curtains 2 bathrooms Shower/bath combination - 1055 sq ft - 3 bedrooms - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Presidential Suite | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889600/889519/5f756deb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Presidential Suite ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Kitchen Full-sized fridge/freezer LCD TV 3 bedrooms - 1776 sq ft - 3 bedrooms - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889600/889519/f52d1719.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Diplomatic Suite - Sleeps 2 ![1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889600/889519/f52d1719.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room - Sleeps 2 ![1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889600/889519/6a9a5fe1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room - Sleeps 2 ![1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889600/889519/f52d1719.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive City View Room - Sleeps 2 ### Executive Suite With Garden View - Sleeps 2 ### Executive Room With Ocean View - Sleeps 2 ![1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889600/889519/f52d1719.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Presidential Suite - Sleeps 2 ![1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889600/889519/c83e47cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Suite - Sleeps 2 ## You may also like Ad ![Outdoor pool](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/10000000/9050000/9043500/9043417/3cd9489f_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam Kivukoni - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.0 Very good 202 reviews £50 includes taxes & fees 14 Nov - 15 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dar-Es-Salaam-Hotels-Onomo-Hotel-Dar-Es-Salaam.h9043417.Hotel-Information?chkin=2025-11-14&chkout=2025-11-15&rm1=a2®ionId=978&destination=Dar es Salaam&destType=MARKET&latLong=-6.821316,39.283969&searchId=c68bad83-2566-42dc-b11a-82a562497411&top_cur=GBP) Ad ![Exterior](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/4000000/3520000/3518200/3518107/3bc6a21f_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Colosseum Hotel & Fitness Club Oyster Bay - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDar-Es-Salaam-Hotels-Dar-Es-Salaam-Serena-Hotel.h889519.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDar-Es-Salaam-Hotels-Dar-Es-Salaam-Serena-Hotel.h889519.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-6.81119%2C39.28762&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=uIOaTCDSNMpX2Y17W7FYcEXIV2k=) Ohio Street, Dar es Salaam #### What's nearby - Nyumba ya Sanaa - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Kariakoo Market - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles - Port of Dar es Salaam - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles #### Getting around - Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 20 min walk - Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 10 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Chapan 56 Bhog - ‬11 min walk - ‪Mamboz SizGrill - ‬8 min walk - ‪Orchid Cafe - ‬6 min walk - ‪Akemi Revolving Restaurant - ‬5 min walk - ‪Great Wall Restaurant - ‬7 min walk ## About this property ### Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel Luxury hotel located in Kivukoni At Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, an adjacent golf course and a poolside bar. Treat yourself to a facial, a body wrap or a massage at the on-site spa. Make sure that you enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities, such as snorkelling, windsurfing and scuba diving. In addition to a terrace and shopping on-site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool, along with pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-in and a porter/bellboy - Tour/ticket information, meeting rooms and a front desk safe Room features All 230 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas. 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Pool - Spa - Pet-friendly - Kids pool 9.0 Wonderful 22 reviews £138 includes taxes & fees 24 Oct - 25 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=92005683&PinnedHotelID=92005683&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet ### Parking and transport - 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM - 2 restaurants - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A poolside bar - Coffee and tea in common areas - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Bakers Basket - Island Traders - Jahazi Restaurant - Kibo Bar - Serengeti ### Things to do - Full-service spa - Health club - Outdoor pool - Sauna - Scuba diving - Shopping - Snorkelling - Windsurfing ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Gift shop/newsstand - Hair salon - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Newspapers in lobby - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service - Wedding services ### Business services - 13,121 square feet of conference space - Business centre - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Full-service spa - Body wraps - Facials - Hot stone massages - Manicures/pedicures - Spa open daily ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Grab bar near toilet - Lift - Low-height counter and sink - Raised toilet seat - Wheelchair accessibility ### More - 7 floors - Ballroom - Designated smoking areas - Reception hall ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels - Pay films ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Coffee/tea maker - Free bottled water - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone - Safe - Separate sitting area - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: midnight; check-in end time: 2:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in fee: 75 per cent of room rate Express check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Late check-out subject to availability ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Renovations and closures The property will be renovating from 22 May 2025 to 31 March 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected: - Selected guestrooms Guests will have access to the following alternative facilities during the renovation: - Business facilities - Health club - Outdoor pool - Recreational facilities Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for TZS 60685.0 per night. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: TZS 3683.94 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: TZS 104175.00 per vehicle (one-way) - Early check-in fee: 75 per cent of room rate (subject to availability) - Rollaway bed fee: TZS 60685.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards Property Registration Number 20339 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Dar Es Salaam Hotel Dar Es Salaam Hotel Serena Dar Es Salaam Serena Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel Hotel Serena Dar Es Salaam Serena Dar Es Salaam Serena Dar Es Salaam Hotel Serena Hotel Dar Es Salaam Dar Es Salaam Serena Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel Hotel Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel Dar es Salaam Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel Hotel Dar es Salaam ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel? > As of 18 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel on 13 Nov 2025 start from £161.65, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dar-Es-Salaam-Hotels-Dar-Es-Salaam-Serena-Hotel.h889519.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel? > Check-in start time: midnight; check-in end time: 2:00 PM. A 75% fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). ### What time is check-out at Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Does Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of TZS 104175.00 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel located? > Located in Kivukoni, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Nyumba ya Sanaa and Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre. Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre and Askari Monument are also within 10 minutes. Dar Es Salaam Central Station is 20 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 164 8 - Good 123 6 - Okay 33 4 - Poor 11 2 - Terrible 10 ### 8.8/10 Cleanliness ### 8.6/10 Staff & service ### 8.8/10 Amenities ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.8/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### ANNA 21 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great stay! ##### ANNA Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shahabaldin 20 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Best ##### Shahabaldin Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### RAJ 12 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities great hotel ##### RAJ Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Berenice 14 Feb 2025 Liked: Staff & service Rate this hotel as 5 star when the renovations are complete. Service was fantastic. ##### Berenice Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sameena 29 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Beautiful spacious room Great breakfast selection ##### sameena Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Momodou 30 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice place and very friendly and professional staff ##### Momodou Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeffrey 9 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel was nice and the staff friendly and helpful. ##### Jeffrey Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beverly 17 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great African buffet. Excellent pool and patios ##### Beverly Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine 23 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great customer service, consistent each time and across various Serena properties. ##### Catherine Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeffrey 5 Mar 2024 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Loved the breakfast. Person making the breads was outstanding ##### Jeffrey Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Catherine 15 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service 1\. Good service and welcoming approach of staff. 2. Consistency of experience amongst the various Serena Hotel properties. ##### Catherine Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter 24 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I enjoyed my stay at the Dar es Salaam Serena hotel. It was clean, had a very peaceful ambience and the staff were very attentive. Overall recommended. ##### Peter Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andres 21 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Reception personal was exceptionally kind and willing to help on anything I needed. ##### Andres Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### monica 12 Mar 2025 Food variety was poor ##### monica Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Curt Olof 26 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### High standard centrally located This is a high end hotel. Good size room with all you need. All staff were extremely polite, to a degree when it became almost annoying: "Good morning, how are you, is there anything I can do for you?". Unclear when the currency exchange office was open. Rich breakfast with lots of choices, including hot courses. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/32750E27EB4DC875A67C631693697AC0F86EEB581740586235359.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/C9DDDC455E12533C029F99AC1FF503F0FAADB2E51740586235858.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/87BA2007962B6C6DD0CB428DFC67627053DF9AAD1740586235850.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Curt Olof Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marc 16 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Every time we arrive in Tanzania we prefer to spend a few days in Serena just to relax after the long journey and before continuing our trip through the county. We know already a lot of people working there and when we arrive in the hotel it is just the same as coming home ##### Marc Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamal 15 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff are friendly nice people ##### Jamal Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### RAJ 2 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities excellent customer service ##### RAJ Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mojabeng 26 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Fantastic! Love the facility, friendly staff, very clean. Love my stay . ##### Mojabeng Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MAKOTO 29 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities There a butiful garden. ##### MAKOTO Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronaz 24 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Location ##### Ronaz ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosemin 20 Mar 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent ##### Rosemin Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stefan 11 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort bathroom tub/shower needs a modernization but otherwise all good ##### Stefan Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### margaret 13 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities great ##### margaret Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joel 8 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Dar Serena is very fine 2 night stay after Safari to meet friends in Dar. 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