New Delhi, April 11 -- Beneath its Moorish architecture, luxury five-star Serena Hotel in Pakistan's capital Islamabad has become a focal point as peace talks between Iran and US have begun at the site.

A report by Reuters mentioned that Serena might seem like an unusual pick for the high-stakes talks - given the 2008 terrorist attack at Islamabad's Marriott hotel - which is near to it. However, security officials have described it as a well-oiled security setup.

Located at Islamabad's Khayaban-e-Suhrwardy Road - Serena Hotel's 15-acre premises - include over 400 rooms and multiple banquet halls.

A government security source said the Hotel also has conference rooms and an office complex that can house hundreds of guests - ideal for the...