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Swahili Beach Resort

Property class: 5 and above

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Terrace/patio
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Daily buffet breakfast (USD 23 per person)
Interior
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
$323
$273 nightly
$323 total
Total with taxes and fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30

Explore the area

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Diani Beach, Diani Beach, Coast Province, 80401
  • Place, Diani Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Diani Snake Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Nyali Beach
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ukunda (UKA)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Suite

  • Garden view
  • 830 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Club Room

  • Garden view
  • 549 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Diani Beach

When you stay at Swahili Beach Resort in Diani Beach, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Diani Beach and Diani Snake Park. .This beach resort is 24.8 mi (39.9 km) from Nyali Beach and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Kongo Mosque.
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What's nearby

  • Diani Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Diani Snake Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Tiwi Beach - 14 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Nyali Beach - 50 min drive - 27.6 miles
  • Bamburi Beach - 55 min drive - 30.3 miles

Getting around

  • Ukunda (UKA) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Havana Bar, Diani Beach - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sherlock's Den Restaurant & Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Java House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rongai,South Coast - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Leonardo's Italian Restaurant - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Swahili Beach Resort

Swahili Beach Resort offers 125 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

9 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 6 treatment rooms and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 125 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 9 outdoor pools and a health club. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Grab a bite to eat at one of the resort's 5 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at the beach bar, the poolside bar, or one of 2 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. This resort has 3 meeting rooms available for events. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Swahili Beach Resort has 5 restaurants on site.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 23 for adults and USD 14 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 9 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach club
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 9 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 20 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2011
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday:
  • Children's pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 23 for adults and USD 14 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Swahili Beach Resort Diani Beach
Swahili Beach Diani Beach
Swahili Beach
Swahili Beach Resort Resort
Swahili Beach Resort Diani Beach
Swahili Beach Resort Resort Diani Beach

Swahili Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 189 out of 284 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 284 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 284 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 284 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 284 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cyprian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing accommodations, great caring, friendly and professional staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow, amazing resort! Delicious food, great location, very clean & comfortable. Beautiful gardens. Loved our stay here.❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The resort is beautiful. The buildings; the gardens; the pools; the food - all spectacular. Very peaceful. Delicious food in all the restaurants!! World class buffet breakfast and dinners. The staff - some were excellent and some weren't very friendly. The gardeners, in particular, were so knowledgeable about the flowers and trees - we really enjoyed learning from them.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed, HOUSTON

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room had musty smell apparently due to mold. Staff were OK but not particularly helpful. Beach had weeds and not as nice as other beaches.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impeccable! This resort is beautiful and the architecture is so unique and intriguing. The rooms are beautiful and spacious. I've never stayed at a resort with so much character. The amenities are great. The breakfast options are tasty. The pool is beautiful and big so you can get your own private space. The floating bean bags in the water are so comfortable. I actually feel asleep on one. The only thing I'd like to point out is... the beach on the resort isn't as nice as others. You may want to walk down to other beaches if you want white sand and blue water. But this is not a deal breaker at all. Gives an excuse to walk and see other neighboring beaches.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rakibur

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, amazing staff, and great food!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had the best time here, close to everything and the staff are all so adorable and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olubusayo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa, spring

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
🌴 A Destination in Itself – Beautiful Design, Great AC, a True “Wow” Hotel Arrival & First Impressions On arrival, we were greeted with a refreshing welcome drink called Dawa Sawa (lime juice, honey, and soda – 550 KES). It was so good I ordered it several times during our stay. We also received a helpful briefing and tour of the property, which immediately set the tone for a special experience. Architecture & Atmosphere Swahili Beach Resort is truly a destination in itself. Designed in the 1970s by Polish-born architect Zbigniew Trzebinski and Slovakian Tibor Gaal, the property is a stunning showcase of coastal design and remains one of the most impressive resorts on the Kenyan coast. Photos and videos simply don’t do it justice – this is a genuine “wow” hotel. Rooms & Rates I paid $2,390 through Expedia for three nights in two king rooms (#115 & #116). Rooms are spacious, with mosquito netting, strong Wi-Fi, and excellent air conditioning. Views are limited due to lush mature vegetation, but that greenery adds to the tropical setting (and keeps mischievous monkeys nearby – keep balcony doors closed!). Bathrooms feature powerful rain showers with strong water pressure (caution: hot water runs very hot). Tuk-tuks are available right outside the resort, and there’s a complimentary shuttle to Diani Airport. Dining Food here was the best we had during our 10 days in Kenya. The resort offers both half-board and full-board options across four restaurants.
Evening Swahili Beach resort
magnificent architecture
Evening view. Pool is clean
Room 115 King superior
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kofo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it

It really is as beautiful as it looks online. Staff are super nice and helpful. Love love loved it !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikeisha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Place and Beautiful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at Swahili Beach Resort! The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming from the moment we arrived. The rooms were spotless and well-maintained, making our stay very comfortable. A special thank you to Edna, who was especially helpful during check-in. She made sure our family of four was assigned to rooms next to each other, which made things so much easier for us. She also kindly arranged a late check-out to accommodate our late flight—something we really appreciated. Overall, excellent service, clean rooms, and a warm, relaxing atmosphere. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and helped us have the best honeymoon possible! The lined up activities in the area and made our stay on the property fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing.....
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gorgeous Setting

Stunning setting and uniquely beautiful architecture and landscaping--the grounds are truly exceptional. Attentive staff and better than average cuisine.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property and decor were beautiful.Rooms were very spacious. Food was excellent. Only issue was that you were charged for water at the restaurants. You received two bottles of water a day in the room but any additional water bottles you were charged for.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hiwot

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning place and great service. A bit far from the Mombasa airport but once we got there, everything was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and rooms, friendly and helpful staff. Overall, the food could do with improvement, for example nachos were literally Doritos or something similar, with nothing on them, and everything else mixed into a cup to dip into. Saying that, food at Zanzibar, spice route and some of the breakfast options were very good. Lots of quirks though! Only one restaurant was open for lunch, and even being low season, food took up to 1 hr 45 minutes to arrive, with no real explanation. Same when their system showed us checking out a day sooner than actual, no real reason was provided as to why. Lots of cats, many are strays or kittens, and all should be spayed or neutered.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I'd visit this place everytime I go to Diani
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ja Toya

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my second time at Swahili Beach. The property and the pools are stunningly beautiful, the food is delicious, but the best part about the place is the lovely accommodating staff. Everyone is so kind and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025