Designed to resemble a 13th century Swahili town, complete with winding lanes, carved balconies, fountains and market squares, this property, part of the respected Serena group, provides an oasis of tranquillity.

In addition there is a good mix of water sports, world-class cuisine and vibrant nightlife.

The hotel is set back from the powder-white sands and shimmering waters of the Mombasa National Marine Park in lush gardens. The extensive grounds with their coconut palms offer an exotic mix of tropical trees and bright blossoms and centre on a swimming pool with a thatched 'swim-up' bar and crystal waters that cascade into the tiled coolness of the market square below.

The Mombasa Serena offers the ultimate escape for holidaymakers to Kenya.

Situated on Shanzu Beach, north Mombasa, set amongst lush tropical gardens.

Offers a choice of three restaurants, two bars, a lounge & an ice cream parlour, plus regular evening entertainment. Leisure facilities include an outdoor pool with swim-up bar, two children's pools, tennis, gym, mini-golf, squash, beach volleyball, Maisha Spa*. Water sports include scuba diving*, deep-sea fishing*, windsurfing, snorkelling*, glass-bottom boat* & catamaran sailing. A complimentary shuttle is provided to Mombasa town.

*Various charges payable locally.

164 air-conditioned rooms with private bath, hairdryer, mini bar, safe, satellite TV, patio or balcony. Prices based on village rooms (3 adults). Village sea view rooms (3 adults) & garden rooms (3 adults) which which are larger & have a separate bath & shower, are also available.

Fountain Resaurant

Drawn up on the shoreline, just yards away from the breaking waves, and built to resemble a traditional Swahili dhow - complete with sanded decks, painted prow, roped capstans, lashed sails and kanga-decked tables, the Jahazi Grill specialises in stunning extravaganzas of fresh-caught seafood. Choices include: crab, squid, lobster, prawns and a wide variety of sea fish. Vegetarian and non-fish options are also available.

Jahazi Grill Restaurant

Cooled by a gentle ocean breeze and clustered around the hanging blossoms. The cuisine, which features internationally themed menus and lavish buffets, also draws on a strong Swahili influence to introduce an abundance of tropical fruits, exotic spices, coconuts, limes, coriander and fresh-caught seafood to the colourful choice of dishes.

Sokoni Resaurant

The bustling Sokoni plaza is designed to resemble the colourful marketplace of a traditional Swahili town and features an ornamental fishpond, fluttering Arabian sunshades and a palm-thatched dining area offering fresh-baked pizzas and a wide range of international snacks.

Piano Bar

The internationally designed piano bar features live piano music, a sophisticated cocktail line up and generous open-air terraces where guests may recline on cushioned benches as they trace the path of the moon across the ocean.

Nyoto Bar

The breeze wafted Nyota terrace offers a rare glimpse into the traditional Swahili world. A world where veiled maidens sit behind fretwork screens, brass lanterns swing in carved niches, visitors recline on sumptuous sofas and families sip cardamom-flavoured coffee and look down from carved balconies on to the bustle of the square below.

Breakfast & dinner included.

Approximately 45 minutes from Mombasa airport.