We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Diani Beach, Kenya. We have also included hotels in resorts and historic villas. 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 Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated March 2024.
Romantic. Great value. Popular among couples. 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 might be the most romantic resort in Diani Beach.
Historic property. Outstanding SPA facilities. Featuring a private beach area and water sports facilities, Swahili Beach is situated in Diani Beach, 200 metres from Nakumatt Diani and an 11-minute walk from The Diani Beach Shopping Centre. Guests at the 5-star property can enjoy sea views in the rooms and access to a sauna. The resort features an outdoor swimming pool and evening entertainment. All units in the resort are equipped with a flat-screen TV. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with free toiletries. All rooms at Swahili Beach have air conditioning and a desk. A buffet breakfast is served every morning at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving local and seafood cuisine. Vegan, vegetarian and halal options can also be requested. Swahili Beach offers a fitness centre. You can play table tennis, billiards and darts at the resort, and bike hire is available. Guests can also take advantage of the business centre and newspapers. Staff at the 24-hour front desk speak German, English and French. Baharini Shopping Centre is 1.9 km from Swahili Beach, while Colobus Conservation is 6 km from the property. Moi International Airport is 29 km away.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most HISTORIC resort in Diani Beach. It also has a great SPA!
Delightful property. Cosy rooms. 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
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most cosy and luxurious resorts in Diani Beach.
Luxurious. Great SPA. Baobab Beach Resort & Spa offers accommodation in Diani Beach. With a lush garden, the resort overlooks the Indian Ocean and offers a 3-tier pool, a spa centre and a selection of restaurants. The spacious rooms include a flat-screen TV, seating area and views of the sea or pool. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. Extras include free toiletries and a hair dryer. Baobab Beach Resort & Spa has a selection of bars and restaurants offering a range of international and African cuisine as well as seafood dishes accompanied by a wide selection of wines. Evening entertainment is organised on selected nights. For relaxation, guests can enjoy massage and beauty treatments at the spa. There is a steam room, hydro bath, hot tub and a fitness centre. You can play tennis at this resort, dart, table tennis and and there are watersport facilities. The area is popular for golfing and snorkeling. The Diani Beach Shopping Centre is 4.4 km from Baobab Beach Resort and Moi International Airport is 46 km from the property.Show full description
Beach front location. 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
Relaxing atmosphere. Superb breakfast. Boasting a bar, shared lounge and views of pool, Zarafa House is situated in Diani Beach, 1.1 km from Diani Beach. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. The accommodation features free WiFi throughout the property, as well as a terrace and a family-friendly restaurant. The units in the bed and breakfast are fitted with a kettle. Complete with a private bathroom, all units at the bed and breakfast are fitted with air conditioning, and certain rooms have a seating area. At the bed and breakfast, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Available each morning, the breakfast at the property includes à la carte dishes along with a selection of fruits and juice. Guests can make the most of the garden, outdoor swimming pool and yoga classes on offer at the bed and breakfast. You can play darts at Zarafa House, and bike hire is available. Guests can also warm themselves near outdoor fireplace after a day of cycling. Leisure Lodge Golf Club is 1.7 km from the accommodation, while Colobus Conservation is 9.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Ukunda Airport, 4 km from Zarafa House.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most well designed, relaxing and stylish bed and breakfast in Diani Beach. It also has a highly rated breakfast, super comfortable beds and lovely pool facilities! Soooo nice!
Charming. 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
The most charming and elegant resort in Diani Beach. It also has very cosy rooms and a great location.
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
Situated at Diani Beach on the South Coast, the Neptune Palm Beach Resort & Spa offers a fresh water outdoor swimming pool. Mombasa is 40 km away. Rooms are located in traditional cottages and feature a balcony with garden views, outdoor furniture, and air conditioning. The bathroom has a shower. A buffet style breakfast, lunch and dinner is served at Mnazi restaurant, which offers local cuisine. Alternatively you can order refreshments at the poolside lounge bar, Mawimbi Deck. The resort also features 2 other bars. Neptune Palm Beach Resort boasts a spa and entertainment staff. Guests have direct access to the neighboring resort facilities, featuring a water sport centre, beach volley ball, aqua-gym, golf or tennis. The resort is 45 km away from Moi International Airport in Mombasa. The Ukunda Airstrip is an 8 km drive from the property.Show full description
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
Beach front location. Tennis court. Set on Diani Beach, Papillon Lagoon Reef features an outdoor pool, beach bar and restaurant terrace all overlooking the Indian Ocean. Decorated in a traditional Swahili style, it offers diving, a fitness centre and tennis. Each air-conditioned room has either a balcony or patio with views of the gardens or ocean. All have a private bathroom with hairdryer and some include a satellite TV. Baobab buffet restaurant serves Kenyan and international cuisine under a thatched roof. Poolside Bistro Restaurant provides breakfast and lunch, including grilled dishes. There is a swim-up pool bar and drinks can be served to the room. Massages, a games room and table tennis are available and there is evening entertainment. Children can use the indoor play area. Deep sea fishing is also on offer. Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel is a 10-minute drive from Diani’s shops. Mombasa is 38 km away and Mombasa Airport is around 1 hour 15 minutes by car.Show full description
Opened May 2022. Situated in Diani Beach, 200 metres from Diani Beach, Safari Beach Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Boasting a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 1.3 km from Galu Beach and around 1.9 km from Colobus Conservation. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and room service. At the hotel, rooms come with a balcony with a garden view. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Safari Beach Hotel also boast free WiFi. The rooms at the accommodation have air conditioning and a desk. At Safari Beach Hotel you will find a restaurant serving African, American and Chinese cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. Speaking English and Swahili at the reception, staff are ready to help around the clock. Leisure Lodge Golf Club is 6.5 km from the hotel, while Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest is 7.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Ukunda Airport, 5 km from Safari Beach Hotel.Show full description
Soul Breeze Beach Resort, located on Diani Beach, features a restaurant and free WiFi. The area is popular for windsurfing, snorkeling and diving. The rooms have a dining area and certain rooms feature pool or sea views and outdoor furniture. Soul Breeze Beach Resort offer fans and mosquito nets in the rooms for your comfort. The rooms have a sofa for relaxing and all room have a private bathroom with shower. A restaurant and bar is available on site. A dining menu is offered in the restaurant and BBQ facilities are available at a surcharge. Breakfast and room service is also available. This beachfront property has an outdoor pool and fitness centre. A tennis court and tennis equipment are available on site. The front desk is operational from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm and offers currency exchange and tour services. There is a private beach area and car hire is available. Secure parking is available on site and a shuttle service is available at a surcharge. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including golfing and fishing. Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest is 3.5 km from Soul Breeze Beach Resort, while The Diani Beach Shopping Centre is 8 km away. Moi International Airport is 50 km from the property.Show full description
Boasting a private garden as well as a terrace, Upani in Diani is situated in Diani Beach, 2.5 km from KFI Supermarket. The property is located 5 km from Seacrest Primary School. The property is 5 km from Colobus Trust Monkey Conservation Centre. Certain rooms will provide you with a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. The villa offers an outdoor pool. You can play darts at Upani in Diani, and the area is popular for hiking. Kilole Primary School is 6 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Moi International Airport, 37 km from Upani in Diani.Show full description
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
Beach front location. Great breakfast. 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
Popular among couples. Set in Tiwi, 13 km from Leisure Lodge Golf Club, Hillpark Amare Resort offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Among the various facilities are a terrace, a bar, as well as a private beach area. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. At the resort, each room comes with a desk, bed linen and a balcony with a garden view. Every room includes a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while certain rooms will provide you with a kitchen equipped with a dishwasher. The units will provide guests with a fridge. A continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast is available every morning at the property. At Hillpark Amare Resort you will find a restaurant serving African, British and local cuisine. Vegetarian and halal options can also be requested. At the accommodation guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. You can play table tennis and darts at Hillpark Amare Resort, and car hire is available. Colobus Conservation is 20 km from the resort, while Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest is 26 km away. The nearest airport is Ukunda Airport, 12 km from Hillpark Amare Resort.Show full description
Close to beach front. Charming. Wonderful SPA facilities. 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
This boutique hotel has a great beach front location.
Opened December 2022. Located in Shimoni, 39 km from Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest, Mwazaro Beach Lodge provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Located around 43 km from Colobus Conservation, the hotel with free WiFi is also 6.8 km away from Shimoni Slave Caves. Guests can enjoy African and international dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar. At the hotel, rooms have a wardrobe. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, certain rooms at Mwazaro Beach Lodge also offer a sea view. At the accommodation each room has bed linen and towels. Vegetarian and vegan breakfast options are available daily at Mwazaro Beach Lodge. You can play billiards at the hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and canoeing. The nearest airport is Ukunda, 49 km from Mwazaro Beach Lodge, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Elegant. Great restaurant. Offering an outdoor pool, Severin Sea Lodge is located in Mombasa. Free WiFi access is available in this lodge. The accommodation will provide you with air conditioning and a balcony. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a bath or shower and a hairdryer. You can enjoy garden view from the room. Extras include a seating area. At Severin Sea Lodge you will find a restaurant, Safari restaurant offering à la carte, the Kisima Buffet Restaurant with its incredible view overlooking the Indian Ocean for breakfast and dinner and the Imani dhow restaurant. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling, diving and windsurfing. The property offers free parking. If you feel like visiting the surroundings, check out Nyali Beach 5.6 km and Fort Jesus 8.8 km. This lodge is 15 km from Moi International Airport.Show full description
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