Serena Beach Resort & Spa, Mombasa

Kenya

★★★★4 star

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With a design inspired by a traditional thirteenth century Swahili village, this property, situated on the beautiful white sands of Shanzu Beach, captures the very essence of this charming corner of Kenya.

Guests may choose from a wide selection of premium guest rooms and suites adorned with Maasai artworks and charmingly arranged among the winding lanes, beautifully manicured gardens and well-tended oceanfront lawns. Private balconies and terraces offer courtyard garden or ocean views. The suites and family rooms are particularly recommended.

The resort boasts no fewer than three restaurants and four bars with a wide variety of dining options. Fountain restaurant features a sumptuous breakfast tower of favourite dishes from around the world. Beachside Jahizi Grill, whose design is influenced by traditional fishing dhows, serves the freshest of fresh fish and seafood. There's also a swim-up pool bar and a very welcome ice-cream parlour.

Miasha Mind, Body and Spirit Spa offers a tranquil relaxation area, outdoor Jacuzzis and a private garden. The spa menus offers a wide choice of Elemis therapies and signature treatments. There's a fully equipped fitness centre, and tennis and squash courts, alongside recreational beach facilities such as kite and wind surfing, beach volley ball and ecology trails. Catamaran sailing, snorkelling and diving are complemented by the resort's PADI Dive School.