Episode Number: 74

Property / Guest Name:
Polana Serena Hotel – Maputo, Mozambique
Osvaldo Inguane – Sales Manager
Instagram: @SerenaPolana
Instagram: @Ozzy_Ingwe

Episode Summary:
In this episode of Keep Travelling: Your African Story, Rael Zieve speaks with Osvaldo Inguane, Sales Manager at Polana Serena Hotel in Maputo, Mozambique. Set in one of the capital city’s most established diplomatic and business areas, Polana Serena offers guests a refined city stay with sea views, warm Mozambican hospitality, and easy access from Maputo International Airport. 

This is a conversation about more than just a hotel. It opens up the feeling of Maputo itself. The food, the people, the history, the city tours, the coastline, and the warmth that so often gets missed when Africa is spoken about from the outside.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

•  Where Polana Serena Hotel is located and why its position in Maputo works so well for international travellers 
•  The different room options, from studio rooms and sea-view deluxe rooms to executive suites, villas, and the presidential suite 
•  Why the hotel’s spa, indoor heated pool, outdoor pool, gym, and sea views make it stand out in Maputo 
•  What guests can expect from Mozambican cuisine, especially seafood, grilled chicken, and peri-peri tiger prawns 
•  How visitors can explore Maputo through city tours, museums, live music, local restaurants, island trips, and nearby safari options 
•  Why Osvaldo believes Mozambique and Africa have a powerful future in tourism when quality service and smoother logistics come together 

Guest Information:
Osvaldo Inguane is the Sales Manager at Polana Serena Hotel in Maputo, Mozambique. In this episode, he shares the story of the hotel, the character of Maputo, and the welcoming spirit of Mozambican people. He also gives practical guidance for first-time visitors, from airport transfers and city safety to beaches, island excursions, food, culture, and nearby wildlife experiences.

Key Takeaways:

•  Polana Serena Hotel offers a polished city base in Maputo, just around 10 minutes from Maputo International Airport, with sea views, strong service, and easy guest support. 
•  Maputo is full of culture, history, local food, music, island access, and warm people who want visitors to feel welcome and safe. 
•  Keep Travelling features weekly prize giveaways from African lodges, camps, and travel partners, with details available through the podcast page. 

Contact Information:
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Blog:
https://keeptravelling.africa/blog/luxury-hotel-in-maputo-polana-serena-hotel-mozambique/