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Searenity Beach Villa

Hotel in Diani Beach

Situated in Diani Beach, 2.6 km from Diani Beach, Searenity Beach Villa features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

M
MOHAMED
From
Netherlands
Highlights: the reviews are accurate: boutique 5 star hotel with an amazing restaurant right next to the beach. Top notch attention to detail, security, food, caring owner and staff. The hotel, food, proximity to beach, the management, and the team are simply the best. First, Searenity and the expert was the best. The best boutique hotel I’ve ever stayed in the world, the best restaurant in Africa I’ve visited, and the best service my wife and I have received. Second, we are rebooking for our next stay already before we left and told our friends and family.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
Price from
US$250
1 night, 2 adults

Asha Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Diani Beach

Set in Diani Beach, 3.5 km from Leisure Lodge Golf Club, Asha Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

E
Elisabeth
From
Austria
The Asha Boutique Hotel is a charming, cosy place, overlooking a stunning stretch of beach. With only a few rooms it feels very intimate and personal. The staff is extraordinarily friendly and attentive. If you are looking for the perfect paradise get away for a few days, this is the place to go.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 162 reviews
Price from
US$247.08
1 night, 2 adults

Sawa Sawa Beach House

Hotel in Msambweni

Set in Msambweni, a few steps from Msambweni Beach, Sawa Sawa Beach House offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

A
Ahmad Saleem
From
Sweden
I enjoyed my stay thoroughly. The staff is professional (specially Ian and Joffrey). They made sure everything was perfect and were very kind and respectful. Stacey (the manager) made sure to provide any sort of help I needed with booking transport or getting around. Location is perfect for an idyllic and relaxing holiday. Food was great. You have a lot of options for breakfast and it is prepared fresh when you order. You also get delicious fresh fruit. Cannot recommend this place more if you want to relax away from all the tourist traps. The rooms are a bit basic compared to a fancy hotel but you have everything you need.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 211 reviews
Price from
US$67.28
1 night, 2 adults

Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa

Hotel in Diani Beach

Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa is located on Galu Beach and 10 km away from the Ukunda Airstrip. This boutique hotel features water sport facilities, an outdoor pool and restaurants.

A
Andreea Alina
From
United Kingdom
Omg , what a beautiful place overall .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
Price from
US$214
1 night, 2 adults

Nomad Beach Resort

Hotel in Diani Beach

Nestled along the pristine shores of Diani Beach, Nomad Beach Resort offers the perfect blend of luxury, relaxation, and adventure on Kenya’s stunning Southern Coast.

V
Victoria
From
Switzerland
The beach. The view. The Nomad's bar-restaurant.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
Price from
US$382.50
1 night, 2 adults

Marikeka Hotel

Hotel in Galu

Situated in Galu, less than 1 km from Diani Beach, Marikeka Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

T
Tomáš
From
Czech Republic
The hotel exceeded all our expectations. It is practically brand new, so everything is absolutely clean, hygienic and fragrant. The rooms are almost luxurious, excellent air conditioning, comfortable beds, mosquito nets (although we did not see a single mosquito for a week in December), spacious bathroom. Absolutely great daily cleaning service, towels, bathrobes, shower gels and shampoos - all with the hotel emblem. Possibility to have breakfast in the room, on the ground floor, or on the fantastic roof terrace. There is also an unbeatable panoramic pool with perfectly clean and, most importantly, optimally warm water. All the staff were very helpful and accommodating, especially we want to thank Joseph and Bahati for their hospitality. From our point of view, the hotel was comparable in quality to a better five-star hotel. Breakfast was a choice of 4 options, which was quite fine for a week's stay. The kitchen, as well as the roof bar, are available all day and cook quality food. Our family spent a wonderful time at the hotel all days of our stay. A tuk-tuk regularly took us to the beach with a very good and not expensive restaurant, a 5-minute journey and only 2 USD. Thank you very much for everything Marikeko.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$116
1 night, 2 adults

Amkia Villas Diani

Hotel in Diani Beach

Situated in Diani Beach, 2.6 km from Colobus Conservation, Amkia Villas Diani features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

R
Rebecca
From
Uganda
The serenity.the calm and peace.its a home away from home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews
Price from
US$112.50
1 night, 2 adults

The Maji Beach Boutique Hotel -Adults Only

Hotel in Diani Beach

Situated along the sandy Diani Beach, The Maji Beach Boutique Hotel features an outdoor and indoor pool, a restaurant and poolside bar. It also offers a fitness centre and massage services.

F
F Du
From
Australia
Great view of the sea; Delicious food provided; Great service.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews
Price from
US$518.40
1 night, 2 adults

Boxo Diani - Unique Beach Front Container Eco-Hotel

Hotel in Diani Beach

Set in Diani Beach, 300 metres from Galu Beach, Boxo Diani - Unique Beach Front Container Eco-Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

L
Lorena
From
Argentina
It s near the beach. Staff is really helpful. The air cond is great. Breakfast ok.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 414 reviews
Price from
US$59.85
1 night, 2 adults

LalaGalu - Beachfront EcoCabins

Hotel in Diani Beach

Set in Diani Beach, a few steps from Galu Beach, LalaGalu - Beachfront EcoCabins offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace.

G
Gerred
From
United Kingdom
Immaculate Diani beachfront resort. Loved the location, and the staff were professional and welcoming. The food and service were excellent. We will be back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 251 reviews
Price from
US$180.09
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
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Shimba Hills National Reserve's best hotels with breakfast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

Just 30 km south of Mombasa, African Dream Cottages - Diani Beach is situated in Diani close to the beach. It offers an outdoor pool, restaurant and a bar.

From US$59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Situated in Diani Beach, 600 metres from Diani Beach, The Safiya Hotel, Diani Beach features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$81 per night

Shimba Hills Rainforest Lodge has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Diani Beach. This 3-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

From US$241.20 per night

Situated in Kinondo, a few steps from Kinondo Shwari Beach, Coral Cove Diani Treehouses features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$175 per night

Located in Kwale, 39 km from Colobus Conservation, The Orchard 4 degrees South provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$128 per night

Situated in Diani Beach, a few steps from Kinondo Shwari Beach, Kinondo Poa Beach Resort features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

From US$230 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Situated in Kwale, 2.1 km from Diani Beach, Gecko Hotel Diani features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$100 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

Situated in Msambweni, a few steps from Msambweni Beach, YU Resort features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

From US$186.07 per night

Budget hotels in Shimba Hills National Reserve

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Set in Diani Beach, 300 metres from Galu Beach, Blessing Holiday Homes - Diani Beach offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$70.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

Set in Diani Beach, 3.5 km from Leisure Lodge Golf Club, Casamia Suites offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers free WiFi.

From US$95 per night

Set in Diani Beach, 1.5 km from Diani Beach, Malaika Gardens resort offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$59.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.3
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Set in Diani Beach, within 3.3 km of Leisure Lodge Golf Club and 4.6 km of Colobus Conservation, Seabreeze Haven offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as...

From US$61.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Located within 300 metres of Diani Beach and 2 km of Leisure Lodge Golf Club, Golden Beach Apartment A051 provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Diani Beach.

From US$85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Located in Diani Beach, 4 km from Leisure Lodge Golf Club, Glory Ocean Villas - Diani provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities.

From US$52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 162 reviews

Set in Diani Beach, 3.5 km from Leisure Lodge Golf Club, Asha Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 211 reviews

Set in Msambweni, a few steps from Msambweni Beach, Sawa Sawa Beach House offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

From US$79.35 per night

Hotels in Shimba Hills National Reserve that you can book without a credit card

Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.5
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Located in Diani Beach, 3.3 km from Leisure Lodge Golf Club, Coastal Comfort Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews

Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa is located on Galu Beach and 10 km away from the Ukunda Airstrip. This boutique hotel features water sport facilities, an outdoor pool and restaurants.

From US$300 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 887 reviews

Situated on the Indian Ocean along the white sandy Diani Beach, Ocean Village Club offers guests a tranquil haven.

Kaya Imani

Hotel in Msambweni
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Situated in Msambweni, 20 km from Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest, Kaya Imani features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

Babylon Gardens Diani has a garden, a shared lounge and a sun terrace with swimming pool and à la carte breakfast in Ukunda.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 503 reviews

Facing the beachfront, Eleven Pearl Boutique Hotel & Spa offers 4-star accommodation in Diani Beach and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews

Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Blue Marlin Beach Resort is a beachfront property that features an outdoor pool and a tropical garden with palm trees.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

Located in Diani Beach, 1.2 km from Diani Beach, Skippers - Adults only provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre.

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From US$422 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews
I was particularly impressed by the delicious and varied food served throughout the day. The all-inclusive meals never left us hungry and the buffet offered both local and international options.  The proximity to the ocean is outstanding. The lodge is right on Diani Beach, so stepping out of the hotel you are almost immediately on the white sands and azure sea.  The cleanliness of the rooms and grounds was excellent. Our room were spotless, the gardens and public areas were well maintained, and everything felt fresh.  The staff were incredibly kind, helpful, and always smiling - from reception, to restaurant, animation staff, to housekeeping - they went above and beyond to make my stay comfortable.  Overall, this was a wonderful and relaxing break.
Guest review by
Michal
Poland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 484 reviews
It was an all inclusive property with a massive amount of choice for food and drinks. It is right next to the beach and has excellent pool. Further, the Baobab Resort is in a compound with two other properties and one can use the facilities of all three properties whiteout any restrictions. Finally, the staff is extremely friendly and helpful. I wished I could rate them 12 out of 10!
Guest review by
Waqar
Pakistan
From US$185 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 793 reviews
Excellent location with a long stretch of beach. Excellent staff, renovated facilities with activities, good ambience.... Good rooms particularly ocean view rooms literally being legit ocean view. A few quirks in the rooms due to it being an old hotel but def worth the money. Truly loved my stay and extended it with the hotel being great about it.
Guest review by
Moses
Kenya
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
Great location, beach front, beautiful view of Indian Ocean, nice pool, rich choice of food, tasty, fresh. Great staff, smiling and polite, lot of sunbeds to choose, wonderful, amayzing hotel, welcome drink upon arrival and we got breakfast even arrived early, before checking time, room also were given earlier as it should :)
Guest review by
Zanda
Latvia
From US$105 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 770 reviews
This is our third stay at Bahari Dhow and it never fails to impress. The hotel represents amazing value for money. The rooms are spacious, the beds are comfy and the monkeys are cheeky. The breakfast is also amazing. The onsite Kite Surfing school is great and Hassan is the best teacher in Diani. We loved our stay as usual!!
Guest review by
Garnet
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews
The staff was really friendly and accommodating to my needs. Yonus and Valentine specifically helped me with anything I needed. The breakfast was really good and the room was clean and had all the amenities needed to have a wonderful stay.
Guest review by
Ismail
Canada
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 887 reviews
It was just perfect - location, facilities, staff, service. Breakfast was very good - all the basic stuff was there and a little bit extra. All the staff were amazing! It was much better than we expected!
Guest review by
Kerstin
Estonia
From US$173 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 818 reviews
The spontaneous change of venues for dinner and the well thought layout and variety of food selections Staff were very attentive and helpful Location was excellent and not congested
Guest review by
jacklyne
United Kingdom
From US$455 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews
The variety of food was crazy. The pool was big and clean. The beach was just amazing. The service and all the staff and chefs were very helpful.
Guest review by
Chandni
India
From US$108 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews
The staff was really nice and helpful. It's my 2nd time to stay there and I will be staying there again.
Guest review by
Gudmundur
Iceland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews
Everything, 3rd visit This year, staff are exceptionally helpful!!! will be back again!
Guest review by
Otto
United Kingdom
From US$510 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,216 reviews
I liked the sustainable materials used in the construction and the beautiful ambiance
Guest review by
Jovita
India
From US$386.07 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,349 reviews
Right on the beach od Diani. Comfi room with a lot of options to dinner if you do b&b
Guest review by
paola
Italy
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews
Very nice place and so quite.....thank you for everything....😊
Guest review by
Nikitas Chouchoutas
Greece
From US$606.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews
Great view of the sea; Delicious food provided; Great service.
Guest review by
F Du
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews
The ambiance and proximity to the ocean was a marvel
Guest review by
Evans
Zimbabwe
From US$484.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
The beach. The view. The Nomad's bar-restaurant.
Guest review by
Victoria
Switzerland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews
The hospitality was at the top notch
Guest review by
nakuti
Kenya
From US$562.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews
Waterfront cottage and privacy.
Guest review by
Lew
Poland

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8.0

Diani is beautiful and I work about 1.5 hours away, so I...

Diani is beautiful and I work about 1.5 hours away, so I stay for a 2 months every year. I have stayed at many places and this is in my top 3 for sure. I generally hate dealing with the beach boys in Diani but there's nothing any hotel can do about that. This hotel does have great security, so at least there's always something there if you are getting harassed by them while eating or on their property. I appreciate that so much. I felt safe there and it was very peaceful.
Guest review by
Eileen
Kenya
10

Its a nice place with a beautiful beach with clear blue...

Its a nice place with a beautiful beach with clear blue water. Water in the apartments are however salty, I assume its because of the beach surrounding the area. Food and activities are expensive around this area.
Guest review by
Ayomide
Nigeria
10

Beautiful white sandy beaches and lovely place for...

Beautiful white sandy beaches and lovely place for snorkeling and other water activities. Everything you need closeby in the town of Diani or Ukunda. great restaurants all around with good food quality and taste. Friendly and helpfull people.
Guest review by
Roelof
Netherlands
10

The spirit at Kaya Kwetu is one of love and tranquility and,...

The spirit at Kaya Kwetu is one of love and tranquility and, together with the constant sounds of the waves and the birds, feels a bit paradise-ish. Lindsay and her team are very attentive and helpful from first contact, special food requirements, transport options and late checkout. The creativity and vibe of the unique rooms has one transported into another world and it's all relaxation and connecting with nature. From the "jungle pool" to the beach walks and healthy meal options, a stay at Kaya feels like rejuvenation therapy :-)
Guest review by
Stefan
Germany
10

Perfect.

Perfect. I wrote a previous outstanding review but Booking.com only posted my two comments from “suggested improvements”, which were inconsequential but gave a negative impression. The property was lovely, steps from an amazing white sandy beach fringed with coconut palms. I loved lolling on the comfy cushions on the roof terrace in the evenings. Cecilia who looked after us was amazing and a great cook. Her fish curries were to die for. The bed was comfy and the mosquito nets a great asset. The community pool was well maintained with a fabulous on site masseuse, Habiba. Amazing relaxing vacation would highly recommend.
Guest review by
Geraldine
United Kingdom
8.0

Its a great beach with ample outdoor facilities.

Its a great beach with ample outdoor facilities. The only annoying thing is the constant harassment. One cannot enjoy a lazy day on the beach as you are constantly, non-stop being harassed by people that try to convince you in spending your money on nothing.
Guest review by
Roelof
Kenya
10

Ukunda is a great place to visit with family and also...

Ukunda is a great place to visit with family and also friends.The best place to watch the sunset on Kongo river and the beach is clean with white sand. We very much enjoyed each morning watching the monkeys jump around in the trees surrounding us Also amazing food at the estuary with very good price and friendly customer service. Overall : A beautiful 👌🏾 , friendly and peaceful place to be.
Guest review by
Joy
United Kingdom
10

amazing beach, white, clean most times, palm trees. exactly...

amazing beach, white, clean most times, palm trees. exactly like in paradise, snorkelling, windsurfing, jetski, sand bank walks were available we ate mostly in the main restaurant of Neptune Palm Boutique and Spa. But I can also recommend Sands Nomad or Alibaba restaurant.
Guest review by
Yvonne
Uganda
10

Mostly private resorts however not far from Diani and...

Mostly private resorts however not far from Diani and accessible from Mombasa. The Likoni Ferry (which is the only way from Mombasa Island to the south) can take some time to cross- we took almost three hours when we first arrived.
Guest review by
Joash
India
8.0

Diani Beach is a beautiful white-sand beach with lots of...

Diani Beach is a beautiful white-sand beach with lots of restaurants around, making it easy to get meals for lunch or dinner. The thing I did not like about Diani Beach was the number of sellers who were selling things and were a bit aggressive in doing so. There were so many of them; they did not leave us alone. They sold everything from bracelets to offering trips to the nearby Marine National Park.
Guest review by
brigitt
Indonesia