Offering a terrace and views of the garden, Diani Banda is situated 100 metres from the sandy Diani Beach and 500 metres from The Diani Beach Shopping Centre. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. Each room has a seating area where you can relax. Rooms have a private bathroom equipped with a bath. For your comfort, you will find slippers and free toiletries. Each room has a well-equipped kitchen with the basic cooking facilities. Bike hire and car hire are available at this guest house and the area is popular for golfing. You can engage in various activities, such as snorkelling, windsurfing and diving. Colobus Conservation is 5 km from Diani Banda, while Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Moi International Airport, 30 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
7.6
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
6.9
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Johannes
    Germany Germany
    The garden around the cottages and the quiet atmosphere. Also the short distance to the beach.
  • Jonathan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location near the beach, staff are very nice and helpful and room was nice, until we had a family move into the room next door.
  • Girmame
    Australia Australia
    Location, quietness, cleanliness and beds were good. Staff are very friendly and supportive.
  • Michael
    Thailand Thailand
    Good location. Close to the beach. Friendly staff.
  • Diego
    Italy Italy
    Nice, quiet, clean, next to the beach and to 2 malls/groceries... perfect to enjoy while being independent
  • Catarina
    Austria Austria
    Very close to the beach, quite a new apartment with a seperate living room and a well equiped kitchen, outdoor sitting area, laundry service, Pool and restaurant, all in all even better as we expected the place to be. Had a very relaxing and nice...
  • Call
    Kenya Kenya
    Thanks to Grace, and all the staff of "Diani Banda cottages" they were incredible. I really appreciated their professionalism and kindness. If it happened that you go for vacation in Kenya, I highly recommend that place.👌🏽
  • Javier
    Spain Spain
    Perfect location, less than 5 minutes from the beach, supermarket and restaurants. Bathroom and kitchen are very well equipped for the price that we paid.
  • Walter
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    The location was superb. Breakfast at Tiki was mouth watering and yummy to say the least.
  • A
    Anna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A very short walk to the beach and close to some nice restaurants. It had good little self-catering facilities too

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Grace

8.9
8.9
Host review score
Host review score
Grace
During the stay,you may visit the wasini island,there you see dolphins and do snorkelling(full day trip) Or Shimba bills National park,1day trip. Or go for glass boat tour just down the beach (2-3 hours trip) Do a city tour; to fort jesus, haller park... Or make a safari to Tsavo east and west. And any other park of your interest we will be able to organize for you at good prices
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Tiki bar & restaurant

    No additional info available

Facilities of Diani Banda Cottages

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Game drives
  • Beach
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Nightclub/DJ
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Baby safety gates
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Car hire
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Wellness
  • Hair cut
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Open-air bath
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Diani Banda Cottages takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 12:00 to 23:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
US$5 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
US$5 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$10 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Diani Banda Cottages in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Diani Banda Cottages

  • Diani Banda Cottages is 1.3 miles from the centre of Diani Beach. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 400 yards from Diani Banda Cottages. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Diani Banda Cottages offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beauty Services
    • Bike tours
    • Horse riding
    • Beach
    • Hair cut
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Bicycle rental
    • Game drives
    • Facial treatments
    • Open-air bath
    • Nightclub/DJ
    • Walking tours
  • Check-in at Diani Banda Cottages is from 12:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Room options at Diani Banda Cottages include:

    • Double
    • Family
  • The prices at Diani Banda Cottages may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Diani Banda Cottages has 1 restaurant:

    • Tiki bar & restaurant