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Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel

5.0 of 5
Ohio Street | P.O. Box 791, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (Formerly Moevenpick Royal Palm Hotel Dar es Salaam)
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Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

I have been staying at Mivenpick hotel fir many years. New iwnership has brought about nice enhancements. Ekstra premium fir executive area worth it. Restaurant has improved and new spa worth a visit.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

I had stayed here many times when it was the Movenpick. It is now much improved - in particular the food, with a very good seafood restaurant instead of the previous (slightly incongruous) Italian. The rooms have not been upgraded yet but this is due to start shortly. I would definitely pay for the Executive rooms. For the extra you... More

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Basel, Switzerland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

As I was planning my trip to Dar I was a little apprehensive about staying at the Serena because some of the reviews indicated that the hotel was worn out and the bathrooms were in need of an upgrade. But I was relieved to find that the hotel was perfectly clean, well maintained and the service was very good. I... More

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Karachi, Pakistan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

In the interest of full disclosure, I admit to being an unabashed fan of the Serena hotel chain. Everything that the Serena chain does, in my opinion it does well. The Dar Serena is no exception. This hotel, formerly a part of the Movenpick chain, is well on its way to meeting all of the Serena standards. I have met... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

Just another 4 star hotel which has changed many brands.Recently renovated but not enough. City center hotel but far from any activity. Hotel itself does not offer any entertainment. Staff needs more training. I expected much more from a Serena hotel.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2013

I had to go for business to Tanzania and decided to stay this time at the Serena Hotel in Dar-es-Salaam as it´s location is in walking distance to my client. Overall I can say that I enjoyed my stay. Breakfast had a quite good selection of food and fresh fruits. Hotel personnel was highly service oriented. Only one thing has... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2013

Used to love when this was a movenpick for the ice cream - not much has changed since, it is still a nice hotel. The restaurant is very nice inside and the outside buffet restaurant is good ala carte. Front desk service is slow. Wireless did not work in executive room.

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Ankara, Turkey
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013

Just to give an initial warning, I stayed at this hotel on duty and I didn't pay for anything whatsoever. So, this review does not concern the cost side of things. First of all, I liked the location of this hotel. Although I mostly went on business trips, I could gather that it is quite central. Secondly, I came to... More

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Accra, Ghana
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013

I spent 4 nights at Serena in Feb 2013 and my stay was very comfortable. I had a very comfortable room with a nice view with the only drawback being that the bed (I guess it was a single) was extremely small even for my smallish frame. The food at the restaurant was realy good with lots to choose from..the... More

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Doha, Qatar
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013

The Serena is a great old hotel centrally located in the middle of Dar Es Salaam. It has an old fashioned feel of grandeur, a welcoming atmosphere, and the staff displays a very high standard of service. Unfortunately is could use a bit of an overhaul. The rooms are a bit too outdated, the beds a bit too firm for... More

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Also Known As:
mövenpick Dar Es Salaam
Dar Es Salaam mövenpick
Address: Ohio Street | P.O. Box 791, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (Formerly Moevenpick Royal Palm Hotel Dar es Salaam)
Region: Tanzania > Dar Es Salaam Region > Dar es Salaam
Amenities:
Business Center
Hotel Style:
#5 Luxury Hotels in Dar es Salaam
#8 Business Hotels in Dar es Salaam
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
An oasis of luxury at the very heart of Dar es Salaam, the elegant and cosmopolitan Dar esSalaam Serena enjoys an exceptionally high-profile clientele and regularly plays host to bothregional and international events. Stylish yet relaxed, the hotel is one of the capital city’smost popular rendezvous and makes the ideal venue for both corporate and social events. ... more   less 
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