We have created a list with the best luxury hotels in Diani Beach, Kenya. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated January 2024.
Delightful property. Very stylish. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Offering an outdoor pool and restaurant, The Villa is set in Diani Beach in the Coast Region, 700 metres from The Diani Beach Shopping Centre. Each suite features stylish interior combined with Swahili elements and is equipped with air conditioning, fan, flat-screen TV. Enjoy a cup of coffee while looking out at the pool or garden. Suites have a private bathroom with a shower and bidet, with bath robes provided. You will find free toiletries. Offering views of the garden and the outdoor pool, the restaurant serves local and international cuisine Bike hire and car hire are available at this resort and the area is popular for golfing. Colobus Conservation is 5 km from The Villa, while Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest is 15 minutes' drive away. The nearest airport Ukunda airport is 2.5km from the property while Moi Airport is 42km. Free min bar , coffee and tea . Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most beautiful and stylish luxury hotel in Diani Beach.
Relaxing atmosphere. Unique. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Situated on the Indian Ocean along the white sandy Diani Beach, Ocean Village Club offers guests a tranquil haven. Featuring tropical decor with teak furniture, all rooms come with a veranda and air-conditioning. The Deluxe Rooms all have sea views through the tropical forest. They include a seating area with flat-screen TV and a small fridge. A selection of meals and dishes are offered from breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as pizzas and cocktails can be enjoyed in the Sails restaurant, and drinks are served at the poolside bar. The resort is just a 10-minute drive from Ukunda village. Mombasa is located 40 km away and Moi International Airport is 50 km away.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most RELAXING boutique hotels in Diani Beach. It also has super comfortable beds and very cosy rooms. It is the most popular luxury hotel in Diani Beach, among couples.
Charming. Unique. Cosy rooms. Located on Diani Beach with panoramic ocean views, Waterlovers Beach Resort offers an outdoor pool, a restaurant and free WiFi. The resort is 35 km away from Mombasa. The accommodation combines Swahili design with a touch of Mediterranean atmosphere. All suites have a private verandah with ocean view. The spacious villa also offers a fully equipped kitchen. Set by the pool and overlooking the ocean, Tides Restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine with local ingredients. Cocktails and drinks can be enjoyed at Ocean Spirit, the resort's beach bar. Activities at the resort or in the surrounding area include snorkeling, kayaking, diving, kite and windsurfing. Waterlovers Beach Resort has a 24-hour front desk, a garden and a children's playground. Airport shuttles and bicycle rental can be arranged. The Shimba Hills National Reserve can be reached within 30 minutes by car.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most charming, unique and authentic resorts in Diani Beach! So NICE!
Hip. Lovely property. Great location. Popular among women. Nestled in an indigenous coastal forest with a garden and a palm-fringed beach, Nomad Beach Resort is located in Ukunda. It features an outdoor pool, a spa area and restaurants. The spacious accommodations are individually designed and combine mahagony furniture with Swhaili design. Each room is fitted with a minibar and air conditioning. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and towels. Some of the rooms have a spa bath. A tropical breakfast is served at the main restaurant, which is also open for lunch and dinner. There is a sushi bar and a pizzeria. Cocktails, refreshments and snacks can be enjoyed at the pool bar. Other facilities at The Sands include a watersport centre, a fitness centre, a 24-hour front desk, a gift shop and a tour desk. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including windsurfing, kitesurfing, diving and snorkelling. An 18-hole golf course is located 2 km from the hotel. Moi Airport is 42 km away and airport shuttles can be arranged for a surcharge.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Good breakfast. 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. The spacious, air-conditioned rooms come with elegant décor, a balcony with Indian Ocean views, and a seating area with satellite TV. Some rooms also feature a private pool. The bathrooms include a bathrobe, slipper and free toiletries. Guests can relax by the beach, pool or with a massage. There is also a shared lounge area, library and souvenir shop. The restaurant serves a range of Swahili, Indian, and Mediterranean cuisine. The Maji Beach Boutique Hotel is located just 5 km from Ukunda Airstrip and 35 km from Mombasa. Moi International Airport is 50 km away.Show full description
I think this place could be the most ELEGANT boutique hotel in Diani Beach.
Luxury Hotel.Great breakfast. Great location. Mzima Beach Resort offers accommodation in Galu. The hotel has an outdoor pool and spa centre, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and has a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Certain rooms have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Certain units include views of the pool or garden. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower and shower. Extras include free toiletries and a hair dryer. You can play darts at the hotel. Mombasa is 36 km from Mzima Beach Resort, while Mtwapa is 48 km away. The nearest airport is Moi Airport, 36 km from Mzima Beach Resort.Show full description
Comfortable beds. Nice interior design. Popular among couples. 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. The spacious rooms and suites at Pinewood all have either a garden view or sea view. They are equipped with a minibar, tea-and-coffee making facilities, air conditioning and an en-suite bathroom. The suites include the service of a private chef. Breakfast is served at Bahari Restaurant and the hotel also has a bistro, snack bar and and a restaurant for theme dinners and barbecues. Guests can enjoy drinks and cocktails at the pool or at the beach bar. For relaxation, the spa offers a variety of massages and beauty treatments. Guests have free access to the fitness centre and tennis court and other activities offered include table tennis, squash and beach games. The water sport centre offers PADI scuba diving, sea excursions, snorkelling, wind and kite surfing. Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa is located 44 km from Mombasa and the Shimba Hills National Reserve is a 50-minute drive away.Show full description
Charming. Elegant. Great location. Popular among couples.Opened August 2021. 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. Among the various facilities are a shared lounge, a terrace, as well as a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a kids' club and free WiFi. Each room includes air conditioning, and certain rooms at the hotel have a balcony. Guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. At Eleven Pearl Boutique Hotel & Spa you will find a restaurant serving African, French and Greek cuisine. A vegetarian option can also be requested. The accommodation offers a children's playground. You can play darts at Eleven Pearl Boutique Hotel & Spa, and the area is popular for skiing and cycling. Diani Beach is a few steps from the hotel, while Galu Beach is 2.5 km away. The nearest airport is Ukunda Airport, 6 km from Eleven Pearl Boutique Hotel & Spa.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a great location in Diani Beach and great affordability.
Cool. Superb breakfast. Great value. Set on the white sands of Diani Beach, this 5-star resort in Ukunda overlooks 30 acres of private gardens with 2 fresh-water pools. Wellness facilities include a steam bath, aromatherapy and facial treatments. Overlooking the Indian Ocean, all Diani rooms feature private balconies and satellite TV. Each has a work desk and a spacious bathroom with a bathtub. Tea and coffee facilities are provided. Guests can enjoy a rich breakfast buffet at the Coral Rock Cafe or try Oriental fusion cuisine at Sake. Seafood and grilled dishes can be savored at Fins. For drinks, there are 3 bars and evening entertainment is offered on selected evenings. Activities on site include tennis, table tennis and squash. Wind surfing, snorkeling and water sports facilities can be arranged. Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa is located 45 minutes’ drive from the centre of Mombasa.Show full description
Romantic. Trendy. Comfortable beds. Located amidst a lush tropical garden, Sunset Villa Boutique Resort is located 10 minutes' walk from white, sandy Diani Beach. The resort has an outdoor pool, hot tub and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant and bar. Sunset Villa Boutique Resort offers Standard Rooms in the main house, spacious suites and garden villas. The units will provide you with air conditioning and ceiling fans. Beds are draped with a mosquito net. Barbecue facilities, a pizza oven, a lounge area and cinema are available for guests to use. The property offers a free shuttle service to the beach and free on-site parking is provided. Shimba Hills National Reserve is 55 km away and Moi International Airport is 57 km away from Sunset Villa Boutique Resort.Show full description
This is the most romantic luxury hotel in Diani Beach.
Resort.Great views. Situated on 38 acres of beachfront property, Diamonds Leisure Beach & Golf Resort features an 18-hole golf course overlooking the Indian Ocean. The resort also offers a casino, spa and outdoor swimming pool. Each air-conditioned room and suite comes with modern African-inspired décor, satellite TV and a safety deposit box. The en-suite bathroom includes complimentary toiletries. Guests can relax on Diani Beach or with a massage at the Lotus Health & Relaxation Centre. They can also enjoy activities such as scuba diving or a round of golf. The shopping arcade offers handicrafts and souvenirs. A Kids club, tour desk and various event facilities are also available. Diani Restaurant provides guests with ocean views as they dine. Diamonds Leisure Beach Resort & Spa is located just 10 minutes’ drive from Colombus Trust and 15 minutes' drive from the Kaya Kinondo sacred forest. Likoni Ferry is 35 km away and Mombasa International Airport is 42 km from the resort.Show full description
Resort. Located along Diani beach, Leopard Beach Resort & Spa boasts panoramic views of the Indian Ocean and is set within a tropical garden. The resort is within 5 km from Ukunda. The bright, air-conditioned rooms feature a satellite TV, safe and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. Each unit has a minibar and en suite bathroom including free toiletries. All rooms have a view of the garden and some of the sea. Leopard Beach Resort offers a selection of restaurants and bars. The signature à la carte restaurant, The Chui Grill is situated on a two-tiered timber deck and serves fresh seafood and grills. The Uzuri Spa and Fitness Forest is set in a 6-acre indigenous forest, offering a selection of treatments and wellness facilities. Guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in the large pool. Resort facilities include an adventure centre and children’s playground. Free WiFi is available in rooms and public areas and the Moi International Airport is within 45 km.Show full description
Resort. Set in a garden on a white and sandy beach, Jacaranda Indian Ocean Beach Resort offers accommodation in Diani Beach and 9 km from Ukunda Airstrip. The makuti-roofed rooms are fitted with local furniture, minibar, tea-and-coffee making facilities and en-suite bathroom. Some of them have sea view. The beds are draped with a mosquito net. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and there is a snack bar located by the pool. Cocktails and drinks can be enjoyed at several bars. Meeting and conference facilities are available and there is also a business centre. Babysitting services can be arranged and guests have access to an outdoor pool as well as 3 plunge pools. The Diani Beach Shopping Centre is 5 km from Jacaranda Indian Ocean Beach Resort, while Colobus Conservation is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Moi Airport, 25 km from Jacaranda Indian Ocean Beach Resort.Show full description
Resort. Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Diani Sea Resort is located in Diani Beach. Free WiFi access is available in this resort. The accommodation will provide you with a TV and air conditioning. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a bath and a hairdryer. You can enjoy garden view from the room. At Diani Sea Resort you will find a tennis court and a fitness centre. Other facilities offered at the property include entertainment staff, a shared lounge and luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including mini golf. This resort is 30 km from Moi International Airport.Show full description
Resort. Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Diani Sea Lodge is located in Diani Beach. Free WiFi access is available in this resort. The accommodation will provide you with air conditioning and a seating area. The private bathroom comes with a bath or shower and a hairdryer. You can enjoy garden view from the room. Extras include an outdoor seating area, a safety deposit box and bed linen. At Diani Sea Lodge you will find a tennis court Other facilities offered at the property include entertainment staff, a shared lounge and a games room. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including mini golf. The property offers free parking. This resort is 30 km from Moi International Airport.Show full description
Resort. This 4-star resort is located on Diani Beach Ukunda, 35 km from Mombasa and features 2 outdoor swimming pools and 5 restaurants. The bright, air-conditioned rooms feature balconies overlooking the pool, gardens or the Indian Ocean. Every room at the Southern Palms Beach Resort has a TV, minibar and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. Each includes a private bathroom with a shower and some have a bath and shower. The 5 restaurants serve a variety of international cuisines, and service on the beach is also available during beach dinner or full-moon dinner. The resort also has 5 bars, including 2 that serve guests in the swimming pools. There are a range of activities that can be booked from the help desk. Diving and windsurfing are available, and land options include tennis courts or air-conditioned racquet courts. Free parking is also available.Show full description
Resort. Featuring free WiFi and air conditioning, Bahari Dhow Beach Villas is situated in Diani Beach, 3.4 km from The Diani Beach Shopping Centre. Colobus Conservation is 9 km away. Free private parking is available on site. All units include a shared seating and dining area. Some units have a terrace and/or balcony. The terrace, living room area, dining area and kitchen are shared with other guests in the villa. Towels are featured. The kitchenette is equipped with an gas cooker and a fridge. Bahari Dhow Beach Villas also includes an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant, followed by a drink at the bar. The area is popular for snorkelling and windsurfing. Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest is 15 km from Bahari Dhow Beach Villas. Ukunda Airstrip is 3.9 km from the property.Show full description
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