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Swahili Beach Resort

Property class: 5 and above
5-star beachfront resort near Diani Beach

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A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a stone wall.
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A beachside view with lounge chairs and a drink on the rocks.
A resort with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and Mediterranean-style architecture.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Diani Beach, Diani Beach, Coast Province, 80401
  • Place, Diani Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Diani Snake Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Nyali Beach
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ukunda (UKA)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Executive Suite

  • Garden view
  • 77 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Club Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Diani Beach

Beachfront retreat .Your stay at this Diani Beach resort places you within a 10-minute walk of Diani Beach and Diani Snake Park. Also, Kongo Mosque is within 3 miles (5 km) and Galu Kinondo Beach is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Diani Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Diani Snake Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tiwi Beach - 15 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Nyali Beach - 50 min drive - 44.4 km
  • Bamburi Beach - 55 min drive - 48.8 km

Getting around

  • Ukunda (UKA) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sherlock's Den Restaurant & Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KAHAWA Coffee Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Java House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Barharini Beach Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Havana Bar, Diani Beach - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Swahili Beach Resort

5-star beachfront resort near Diani Beach
Sit back and relax on the beach with umbrellas, sun loungers, and beach club on site (surcharge). At Swahili Beach Resort you can cool off in one of the 9 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

There are 5 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi. This luxury resort also offers a children's pool, a health club, and a garden. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Diani Beach resort.

  • 125 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 20 buildings
  • 5 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2011
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Swahili Beach Resort offers 125 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The onsite 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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 9 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 23 for adults and USD 14 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 9 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach club
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite premium channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Swahili Beach Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 23 for adults and USD 14 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, cash, mobile payments, and M-Pesa. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is 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

How close is Swahili Beach Resort to the airport?

Swahili Beach Resort is 1.8 mi (10-min drive) away from the Ukunda (UKA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Swahili Beach Resort?

As of Nov 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swahili Beach Resort on Nov 18, 2026 start from CA $308, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Swahili Beach Resort have an airport shuttle?

Swahili Beach Resort offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day, on request.

How close is Swahili Beach Resort to the beach?

This resort is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Swahili Beach Resort offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Swahili Beach Resort, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 23 for adults and USD 14 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Swahili Beach Resort?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Swahili Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Swahili Beach Resort?

This resort offers free self parking.

Does Swahili Beach Resort have a pool?

Swahili Beach Resort features 9 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does Swahili Beach Resort have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 5 restaurants on site.

Does Swahili Beach Resort have a spa?

This resort has a spa, which features aromatherapy, body treatments, and hot stone massages.

How close is Swahili Beach Resort to downtown Diani Beach?

Swahili Beach Resort is 0.1 mi away from Diani Beach.

Swahili Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 210 out of 311 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 311 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 311 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 311 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 311 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. The staff was friendly and helpful. The place is clean and the beach was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Spectacular experience
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property was beautiful. But the buffet restaurant doesn’t give a menu
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only at the resort for two days but it was a great stay. I will definitely stay again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing accommodations, great caring, friendly and professional staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing experience. Lovely property right by the beach. Many restaurants with lots of food to offer. Some of the restaurant staff were a bit rude (or may be the messages came off as such due to inadequate English proficiency). Otherwise, highly recommend and will go back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were very patient, friendly, and accommodating. They were very hospitable. I enjoyed my stay here. There are a lot of monkeys on the resort fyi but they don’t bother the guests. The WiFi wasn’t as strong in my room but other than that I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had the best time here, close to everything and the staff are all so adorable and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The facility was excellent. Staff/ food was excellent and especially Valentina who gave Me a great massage that felt out of this world , it was the peak of the stay !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The property is absolutely beautiful! We were not super impressed with the service or the food. There were some staff that really stood out, but often times we felt that the service and attention was lacking
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, amazing staff, and great food!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Wow, amazing resort! Delicious food, great location, very clean & comfortable. Beautiful gardens. Loved our stay here.❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa was excellent, the ambiance of the resort is great It would have been helpful if breakfast was served until 11 AM not 10 AM, as you have to be out of your room by 10 The beach outside the hotel is dissapointing, but you can walk along for a few hundred metres and get the nice beach It was my girlfriends birthday whist we were there, they noticed and did two special treats for her All in all, a great experience, I really do recommend the seafood platter at the beach bar
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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the best one so far , food location, everything about this hotel is gorgeous
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort with great food
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved my stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay, beautiful scenary and lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was very helpful and helped us have the best honeymoon possible! The lined up activities in the area and made our stay on the property fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Place and Beautiful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, friendly, kind and attentive staff!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024