Hotel Pestana Rovuma

The View and Food Offer Comfort, But Major Room Issues Impede the Stay ​I recently stayed at this hotel and walked away with a highly mixed experience. To start with the positives, the view from the hotel is quite nice and definitely stands out as one of the highlights of the property. Additionally, the food served here is decent. It is not necessarily great or fine dining by any means, but it is good, reliable, and perfectly fine for a regular meal. ​Unfortunately, the downsides heavily outweighed these positives. The property as a whole feels very old and outdated, desperately needing a modern refresh. This aged feeling extends straight into the guest rooms, which lack the absolute basics you expect from standard accommodation. I was highly disappointed to find no basic toothbrush kit or slippers provided. To make matters worse, there was only a single towel left in the toilet, which is completely unacceptable for a comfortable stay. ​The most concerning issue, however, was the overwhelming presence of mosquitoes inside the room. It was incredibly annoying trying to relax or get a good night's sleep, but beyond the frustration, it also represents a serious health hazard that management needs to address immediately. While the view and meals were a nice touch, the lack of basic amenities and the severe mosquito problem made for a highly frustrating and uncomfortable stay. I hope they take steps to improve their room standards and pest control soon.