Serena Beach Resort and Spa

Located in the garden wing of the hotel, the 48 Garden Rooms are surrounded by lawns as well as palm trees and look down across the grounds to the sea. Decorated in cool sea blue and white, each spacious room has either two twin beds or a Queen bed. Double doors open onto either a private balcony or a terrace with direct access to the grounds.

The 35 Superior Rooms are designed in Swahili-style with traditional niches, fretwork cabinets and brightly coloured coastal cotton soft furnishings in either red, white and yellow or cool blue. The rooms have either king sized bed or 2 twin beds. The bathrooms include a bathtub and a separate shower and a twin sinks. Room size is 35.7 square metres.

Offering views of the Indian Ocean beyond the palm tree-filled gardens, the resort’s eight Superior Sea View Rooms are designed in Swahili style with traditional niches, fretwork cabinets and brightly coloured coastal cotton soft furnishings in either red, white and yellow or cool blue

Each of the Family Rooms, two of which are sea view rooms, have a common entrance corridor leading to two separate rooms – one for the children and the other for parents. The children’s room has its own bathroom, twin beds, a digital multi-channel TV and a mini bar (that can be emptied upon request).

Accessed by a short corridor, the adult's room is appointed with a King bed and a twin bathroom that can accommodate two guests at once. The room also features a spacious balcony with access to the children's room.

The resort’s two Lamu Suites feature direct pool and ocean views, a master bedroom with a four-poster bed and a spacious living room.

Our 6 Zanzibar Suites feature garden views, spacious bedrooms with four-poster beds, separate sitting rooms and private terraces.

The resort’s 2 Luxury Suites - Shella and Tundwa, are duplexes located on the first floor of the garden wing. Guests enter through a patio that leads to a sitting room, which then opens up to the bedroom. The spacious bathroom features a bathtub and a massage shower. Plus, the patio has a guest bathroom and a staircase leading to a sitting room and a private sun terrace. The Suites have a garden view, with a private terrace consisting of two sun beds, umbrella and private shower.

With its stunning Indian Ocean views and locally inspired cuisine and décor, Fountain is a sophisticated, alluring and quintessentially Swahili in style. Whether enjoying the sumptuous buffet breakfast lovingly prepared by our chefs or discovering new flavours on a lavishly themed international buffet night or during our Swahili banquet, be prepared for a culinary journey that is second to none.

Alluring ocean views and the gentle sounds of the surf complement the seafood menu at this Arabian dhow-themed restaurant. Enjoy an array of dishes that use only the finest and freshest local ingredients, including fresh fish caught daily.

Overlooking the fishpond with weaver birds nesting on the blooming bougainvillea and coconut palm trees, Sokoni pays homage to the traditional brasserie-style café. In addition to snacks and pizzas, the menu features authentic Swahili delights. In the evening, Sokoni transforms into a gathering spot for enjoying acrobatic performances or traditional dance acts.

This relaxing, open-air thatched beach bar beckons you to enjoy moments of friendliness and warmth whilst taking in views of the resort’s expansive beach lawns and views of the Indian Ocean.

Here, by the sparkling pool fringed by palm trees, relax at the Swim-Up Pool Bar and choose from a selection of cocktails, beers and whiskies as you soak up the tiki bar-style vibe.

Located on the rooftop, Nyota Bar & Terrace offers a selection of cocktails, beers and whiskies as well as wonderful views of the sky for night-time stargazing. With its relaxing atmosphere, Nyota Bar is the ideal place for enjoying a cocktail after an evening beach stroll, just before dinner or a nightcap before turning in.

This friendly spot welcomes you to unwind with a selection of Swahili teas, coffees and beers.

Authentic brick pizza oven with a stone and wood fire. We have a variety of fresh toppings including vegetarian, meat and seafood. The pizzeria is next to the fish pond overlooking a huge blossoming bougainvillea and coconut palms fringe from a distance, with weaver birds occasionally visiting.