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Experience world-class service at Swahili Beach

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.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Fitness centre

Golf course (within 3 km)

Fishing


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
or
1 single bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Sustainability
This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.

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    Ecotourism Kenya Ecorating Certification Scheme
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
7.3

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Johannes
    Germany Germany
    We really liked the room and the food a lot – both were excellent! But the highlight was definitely the Spa.
  • Carol
    Kenya Kenya
    Excellent views, amazing architecture and great facilities.
  • Chiyedza
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Swahili Beach Resort is by far one of the best hotels I have had the pleasure of staying at. From the moment I arrived I felt like I was in paradise. The staff were friendly and attentive and I felt like a hey genuinely cared about mine and my...
  • Irina
    France France
    Stuff is friendly Hotel is nice and everyone says it’s the best one on the south coast. Facilities are nice, especially SPA center - stone massage :)
  • Aicha
    Belgium Belgium
    The spa services are amazing ! The staff is friendly and happy to help at any time. The hotel has 4 restaurants with a variety of food.
  • Tandwa
    South Africa South Africa
    Swahili Beach resort is absolutely beautiful. The rooms are spacious and beautifully decorated, the resort has three in-house restaurants and a separate pool bar. Everything was perfect for us.
  • Doris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Service is excellent, very friendly staff. Clean and comfortable room. Lots of choices for dinner at different restaurant each night. Teppanyaki chef is very entertaining. We had enjoyed her show with singing, fire skill while cooking for us....
  • Milan
    Kenya Kenya
    The food was something else loved it and our room was sea view,so we had beautiful views during our stay.
  • Otieno
    Kenya Kenya
    The views were to die!!! Most of the staff were so so great, housekeeping was the best ever! Me and my daughter also really enjoyed the space in our room, the bathtub was a joy with my daughter, the room was beautiful and gorgeous.
  • Caroline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Cleanliness of the hotel - kindness honesty and thoughtfulness of staff. They sre such a happy bunch of people always willing to help and asking if you are ok. A wonderful hotel - definitely coming back again.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
4 restaurants on site

  • Majilis
    • Cuisine
      African • British • Italian • International • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Spice Route
    • Cuisine
      Indian
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Dairy-free
  • Barharini
    • Cuisine
      Pizza • Seafood • Local • International • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Zanzibar
    • Cuisine
      Seafood
    • Ambiance
      Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Dairy-free

Resort facilities of Swahili Beach
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities

  • 3 swimming pools
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Fitness centre
  • Free parking
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Aerobics
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Kids' club
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Entertainment staff
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Karaoke
  • Table tennis
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Minimarket on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Car hire
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service

3 swimming pools

Pool 1 - outdoorFree!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool with view
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Pool 2 - outdoorFree!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Pool 3 - outdoorAdditional charge

  • Open all year
  • Adult only
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool with view
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Wellness

  • Kids' pool
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness
  • Massage chair
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Light therapy
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hair styling
  • Hair colouring
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Make up services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre

Languages spoken

  • German
  • English
  • French

House rules
Swahili Beach takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:00
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 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
4 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
US$50 per child, 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.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroCash

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

Please inform Swahili Beach 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.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about Swahili Beach

  • Room options at Swahili Beach include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Apartment
    • Studio
  • The nearest beach is just 400 yards from Swahili Beach. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Swahili Beach is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

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

  • Yes, Swahili Beach is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Swahili Beach has 4 restaurants:

    • Spice Route
    • Barharini
    • Zanzibar
    • Majilis
  • Swahili Beach is 2.2 miles from the centre of Diani Beach. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Swahili Beach offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Games room
    • Snorkelling
    • Table tennis
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Karaoke
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Kids' club
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Live music/performance
    • Personal trainer
    • Beauty Services
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Swimming Pool
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Bicycle rental
    • Cooking class
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Facial treatments
    • Bike tours
    • Aerobics
    • Happy hour
    • Make up services
    • Hair treatments
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Hair colouring
    • Hair styling
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Light therapy
    • Spa facilities
    • Private beach area
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Foot bath
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Massage chair
    • Entertainment staff
    • Fitness
    • Fitness classes