Swahili Beach Resort

5.0 star property
Escape to an oceanfront paradise where beachy vibes meet luxury amenities like spas and shopping boutiques.

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9 outdoor pools
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Restaurant
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Yoga
Overlooking the ocean, Swahili Beach Resort offers an unforgettable retreat. Enjoy scuba diving and snorkeling in the sun-kissed waters or unwind with a facial at Swahili Spa. Savor meals from 5 on-site restaurants, take advantage of free in-room WiFi, and shop for unique treasures at designer stores.
VIP Access

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 5 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 9 outdoor pools
  • Health club
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach club on site
  • Beach towels
  • Children's pool
  • Beach bar

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on-site
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Separate sitting area
The current price is £348
includes taxes & fees
21 Mar - 22 Mar

Room options

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Superior Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Garden Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Deluxe King Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
  • 77 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

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Diani Beach, Diani Beach, Coast Province, 80401

What's nearby

  • Diani - Chale Marine National Park and Reserve - 3 min walk
  • Diani Beach - 6 min walk
  • Kongo Mosque - 9 min drive
  • Galu Kinondo - 19 min drive
  • Tiwi Beach - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Ukunda (UKA) - 9 min drive
  • Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.) - 81 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Havana Bar, Diani Beach - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Nomad's Beach Bar And Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coast Dishes - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tandoori - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Java House - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Swahili Beach Resort

At Swahili Beach Resort, you can spend time at the beach enjoying beach umbrellas, volleyball and beachside drinks, plus you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Diani Beach. 9 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps and facials. Dining choices include 5 restaurants, and the 2 bars/lounges are great places to grab a cold drink. Other highlights at this luxurious resort include a poolside bar, a health club and a fitness centre. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 125 units
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 5 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • 24-hour room service

Travelling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Children's games

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Beach club (surcharge)
  • Fitness classes
  • Beach volleyball
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Pool table
  • Windsurfing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bike hire
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 20 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2011
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Health club
  • 9 outdoor pools
  • Designer shops on-site
  • Arcade/games room
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Free cot/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • High chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Swahili 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.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 50 per vehicle (one way)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

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

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Swahili Beach Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Swahili Beach Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Swahili Beach Resort?

Yes, there are 9 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Swahili Beach Resort?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Swahili Beach Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Swahili Beach Resort?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 50 per vehicle one way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Swahili Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Swahili Beach Resort and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as snorkelling, volleyball and scuba-diving. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes and volleyball. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 9 outdoor swimming pools. Swahili Beach Resort also has 2 bars, a health club and spa services, as well as an arcade and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Swahili Beach Resort?

Yes, there are 5 on-site restaurants.

Does Swahili Beach Resort have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.

Does Swahili Beach Resort have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.

What's the area around Swahili Beach Resort like?

Swahili Beach Resort is a short 9-minute drive from Ukunda (UKA) and 6 minutes' walk from Diani Beach.

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Swahili Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was lovely and the staff were amazing and friendly! Highly recommend!
Lizbeth, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

We had a fantastic stay at Swahili Beach Resort. The resort is stunning and thoughtfully designed, featuring a multi layered pool and beautifully crafted architecture throughout the rooms and hotel. The staff were incredibly attentive and friendly, making our experience even more enjoyable. The only downside was the air con was quite noisy.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay, the rooms were very comfortable and spacious. The staff were very friendly and helpful - we in particular had great service from Clinton on the front desk, and Shadrack and Gilbert in the restaurants.
Daniel, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Second time around....
Our second stay at Swahili and 5 years later, it was every bit as fabulous as the first. The location and resort is beautiful. The staff here are wonderful and genuinely seem very happy - they are the absolute key to the success of the resort and we hope they are highly valued, from what we saw, this appears to be the case.
Lysa, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Environment quiet and serene, the views are breathtaking ❤️ and the staff are very friendly and welcoming, the rooms are so spacious and the food is amazing 🤩 Its 10/10 👌
Babirye, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff and attentive with children
Balraj, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to stay, beautiful scenary and lovely staff
Davine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good variety of food and restaurants. Staff was very cordial and helpful. The railing on our balcony was in very poor condition and didn't look safe
John, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, friendly, kind and attentive staff!!
Bernice, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

very nice stay. food was excellent and staff were great would stay again. beds a little hard though
DK, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great hotel
Krystal, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My husband and I really enjoyed honeymooning at Swahili Beach resort. The service was exceptional and the food options were very delicious. Please note that there is no all-inclusive drink package so drinks you do have to pay for a la carte. Very nice amenities and beautiful room. Beach access directly in front of the resort and a lovely spa. We would definitely recommend staying here! There are monkeys in the area so just be mindful of leaving room windows open or food unattended near the swimming pool areas (monkeys are fast!).
Hiyab, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place. Very convenient to airport (they offer free transport), friendly and attentive staff. Installations are in great condition and renovated. Highly recommend
FERNANDO, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice end to our safari. We came here to relax and enjoy the coast. Our room had a beautiful view of the ocean, our food was great, we had wonderful spa treatments and were fully relaxed while there. It's an older property but is maintained well. Very beautiful grounds overall. The beach location was not the best stretch in Diani I've seen (nature is nature) but that doesn't take away from the overall beauty of the resort.
Evelyn, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel ansmd resort experience and best birthday ever
Chandni, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel with beautiful surroundings. Good food and great atmosphere.
Maimouna, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property and stunning rooms! Bathroom was also beautiful and really good hot shower! Loved the pool areas and multiple options for dining. Really good hospitality and all staff very helpful and friendly. Would definitely recommend this resort as one of the best on Diani Beach.
Shoeeb, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful resort with great food
Christina, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved my stay!
Esther, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I've stayed at almost all the best hotels in across diani and Swahili beach is my favourite. Amazing staff, exceptional services and quick response to any problems or issues you may have. Big thanks to Rose the manager and all the staff working in the resort. Loved the food choices between the different restaurants at swahili beach. Coming back very soon
Zeid, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful property
Really great stay to end our 2 week safari trip. Wonderful ocean views from beach restaurants, delicious food every meal on full board. Swimming pools are spectacular! Beach would not be really suitable for swimming or most picturesque - so if looking for instagram pictures of white beaches turquoise waters and palms trees, would need to take a short walks.
Kristine, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff are amazing. All very helpful and patient. Allowing me to check out at the time required (10am) but stay until 230pm and use the pool and take a shower at the spa for no extra cost was truly special and so appreciated.
Michelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved the Swahili decor! Nicely maintained gardens, different food options. Would not recommend for children. Beach not the best but everything else including amazing spa facilities —excellent.
Jocelyn, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful resort!
Hope, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent experience
DEVON, 5-night trip

General property information

Breakfast
Available
Parking
Free
Airport Transfer
Available
Reasons to Book
Outdoor Pool & Property Cleanliness