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Reviews of Serena Beach Resort & Spa 5 stars

Shanzu, 00100 Mombasa, Kenya

#9 of 48 hotels in Mombasa

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 169 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    8.6

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Free WiFi

    7.1

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  • Reviewed: 1 July 2023

    1.0
    We had a terrible experience, staying at the hotel which has taken interest from us to go back again.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Twin Garden View Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rate, bad and poor costumer relations, ..

    Natural Environment.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2023

    6.0
    Meh
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Twin Garden View Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Musty odor in entire room. Discoloration or growth of bathroom tile grout. Did not get a balcony room as described in reservation. Small insects. Dated decor and amenities. Spotted wifi. No hot water for bath and showers.

    Ocean front beach! Superb breakfast buffet! Friendly staff. Exceptional accommodation from management for late checkout.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2023

    10
    Best Baecation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Garden View Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing at all

    The food was amazing,, customer service was topnotch and good environment and peaceful.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2023

    4.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Garden View Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Poor service - small things but multiple Terrible buffet for vegetarians

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2023

    10
    It was both comfortable and enjoyable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Twin Garden View Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I am still struggling to find something.

    For me, it fully met my expectations although these might just be average.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2023

    10
    I had an exceptional stay at this hotel with friendly staff, food and good location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Twin Garden View Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I can't think of anything.

    I had a wonderful stay at this hotel and would highly recommend it to others. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, making me feel welcome from the moment I arrived. They were always available to assist with any requests or questions I had during my stay. The cleanliness of the hotel was impressive. The rooms were spotless and well-maintained, creating a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. The beds were beautifully prepared and tucked, ensuring a restful night's sleep. The breakfast offered a wide selection of options to choose from. Although the European food choices were limited, considering the hotel's location in Africa, it was still acceptable and didn't detract from the overall quality of the breakfast experience. The hotel boasted a reasonable-sized pool, which was perfect for relaxing and enjoying a refreshing swim. It provided a great way to unwind after a long day of activities. The hotel's taxi service was reliable and reasonably priced. It made transportation hassle-free and convenient, allowing me to explore the surrounding area with ease. One of the highlights of my stay was dining at Jahazi Grill. The food served there was truly top-notch, surpassing my expectations. The flavours were exquisite, and the presentation was impeccable. It was a dining experience to remember. Overall, this hotel exceeded my expectations in terms of service, cleanliness, amenities, and dining. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and would not hesitate to book here again in the future.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2023

    10
    Your people make the difference. From the student assistant to the management, the employees seem to be magically chosen
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Twin Garden View Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    the employees

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2023

    10
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Food was all fried

    The cleanliness of the room. I didn't interact with the room maid but he/she gave it her best! very impressed

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2023

    1.0
    Highly Disappointed
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Twin Garden View Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I can only say that I had high expectations for this hotel, but unfortunately those expectations were significantly diminished when the front desk staff failed to inform me that my credit card had been debited on the second day of my stay, so clearly communication and managing guests' expectations is very poor. In fact the £48.34 (approximately kes8000) that was debited as prepayment should have been deducted from the final bill, but this was not the case, and despite several calls and emails attempting to resolve this issue, no one from the Hotel or indeed from Booking.com has reached out to me! Suffice to say I will think twice about booking through Booking.com in the future, and I definitely would not consider staying at the Serena Beach Resort & Spa again, nor would I recommend that my family and friends stay there. There's alot more that I could add here, like the fact that the initial room that I was given wreaked of damp; I also had a touch of food poisoning from the overly warm mozzarella that was on the buffet menu on Friday night. I vomited profusely Saturday afternoon just as I was about to enter the lobby, returning from my spa treatment - the staff were not very sympathetic!

    The hotel has a breathaking view of the sea and it's right on the seafront.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2023

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Garden View Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Always out of towels at the beach. Breakfast is basically same every day.

    Staffs are nice, room is old but clean

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2023

    6.0
    It is old and outdated and needs Reno
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Nothing

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2023

    10
    Absolutely brilliant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Garden View Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nil

    staff

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2023

    10
    Good!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Garden View Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The WiFi is so poor in the rooms. The waiters and waitresses at the dining area pay more attention to you if you are white. If you are black, expect mediocre service.

    There were wonderful activities each evening which kept us entertained.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 December 2022

    10
    Epic
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Garden View Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Needs some basic upgrading to taps, toilet & have simple things in room like iron boarding etc

    Staff, location, vibe & food

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2022

    2.0
    Very poor
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Twin Garden View Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Poor service. Waited 1.5 hours to get my room ready. Folks were unbothered until I had checked in. I was told dinner was complimentary, I was charged for it the next day, basic dishonesty. The check in and check out process along with charges was simply disappointing.

    Breakfast was decent

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    everything awesome

    I really liked the animation team. I especially want to praise Zawadi. She showed me where the hammer hangs…also the front officer Wilson was very professional and the Chef is extraordinarily good

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2022

    5.0
    overall,it was a beautiful experience
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Garden View Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We actually left because it was impossible to get Wi-Fi connection,the balcony door was so hard to open and shut....

    Breakfast,staff and the place was excellent ....beautiful views,clean and friendly people

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2022

    10
    Out of this world...
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Garden View Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing experience is an understatement!!!! We totally loved it...Tundwa Suite all the way....😊

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2022

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Terrible internet Terrible channel selections Outdated rooms they need to be refreshed and up dated for example old soap 🧼 holders and handles rusted Bad workmanship done in bathroom didn't quite feel luxurious Food wasnt hot in buffet it was Luke warm

    The buffet choices provided each time for breakfast as well as dinner 🍽 the staff are really helpful

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 July 2022

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didnt like way of communication between staff and customers as half of the staff didn't know that they are saling cocktails, another day there was full menu of cocktails. The day after no towels available 🙄.

    I liked the area, acces to the beach and pool. Very clean rooms!

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 December 2021

    10
    fantastic. A1
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    ambience

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing....

    Everything was fabulous ! From the reception to room service. It was our Honeymoon .Your courtesy Honeymoon greeting was beautiful the two Lovebirds and the heart of roses and rose petals everywhere. We enjoyed the wine and fruit as well. Your room staff was quite accommodating the food and beverage staff was superb the wait staff was very alert and courteous and professional. We will definitely come back. Thank you for beautiful memories....

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2021

    5.0
    Not lived to the billing of Serena Brand
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms are stuffy, beddings uncomfortable, no towels, flipflops, flat irons & basic toiletries

    Breakfast was good all the food generally

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2021

    10
    Loved everything
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Great staff and the food is far superior than other near by 5 star resorts.

    Stayed in July 2021

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