EXPERIENCING KENYAN BEACH HOTELS

With kenya being a top beach destination,below are some of the most spectacular beach hotels.

South coast

Located on one of Africa’s best beaches, The Sands at Nomad is the ideal destination to enjoy a hassle-free beach holiday with impeccable service on Kenya’s Southern Coast.

The Sands at Nomad - Diani Beach

The award-winning boutique resort is the perfect getaway for those wanting to experience the breath-taking Diani Beach; indulge yourself with first-class dining, enjoy the extensive collection of old and new world wine from the owner’s wine cellar, scuba dive on untouched reefs with Kenya’s leading PADI dive centre or simply relax around the resort and soak up the Kenyan hospitality that the south coast is famous for.


Diani Reef Beach Resort and Spa is by the ocean and close to Diani - Chale Marine National Park and Reserve and Tiwi Beach. This 4-star resort is within the region of Diani Beach and Shimba Hills National Reserve.

Enjoy a meal at a restaurant or in a coffee shop/café. Or stay in and take advantage of the resort's 24-hour room service.

Diani Reef Resort and Spa virtual tour


Southern Palms Beach Resort consists of 298 air conditioned rooms There are two swimming pools, probably the largest in Eastern Africa, adding a unique feeling of space and majesty to our Resort. This beautifully designed resort has a relaxed and friendly atmosphere and offers an all inclusive concept. It has a unique blend of buildings designed in Swahili architecture and enjoys the most spectacular white sand beach.


Leisure Lodge Beach and Golf Resort is a leading all inclusive resort located on the famous Diani Beach of Kenya’s South Coast. The hotel boasts one of the longest stretch of white sandy beach on Kenya’s Coast. Lined with tall palm trees bending into the clear blue Indian ocean, our hotel in Mombasa beckons you to Diani Beach for an adventure of a lifetime.

It boasts its very own casino, being the only resort on the South Coast that has this facility. You can partake in games such as Roulette, Black Jack, Pontoon and Poker slot machines that accept multiple currencies. Relax from the hustles and bustles of the day with Swedish deep tissue massages from our spa centre that will leave you rejuvenated and relieved.


Voted Africas’ leading resort 2019 at the Prestigious World Travel Awards, one can as well as enjoy a prime position on Diani Beach on Kenya’s South Coast, the resort has extensively upgraded accommodation and facilities making it the preferred destination for holidaymakers and business travellers alike.

Leopard Beach Resort & Spa - Diani Beach -Kenya

The resort also boasts several bars including Marco’s al-fresco bar . For total self-indulgence, the Uzuri Spa and Fitness Forest offers a wide range of treatments and therapies as well its own adult only private pool, outdoor Jacuzzi and fully equipped gymnasium.

For the business traveller, state-of-the-art conferencing facilities . The resort offers a diverse range of wining and dining options including an authentic Indian specialty restaurant, weekly Alfresco dinners at Nyama Choma (Kenyan barbeque) or by the beach, specialty Italian Pizza restaurant and a pool bistro.


A luxurious 2-house holiday home in leafy green gardens only 300 meters from the beach. It has a main house with 2 spacious bedrooms, 1 ensuite with 1 super-king size bed, and the second with a king-size bed and 2 twin beds.There is an ensuite room for two, with an outdoor shower at the back of the property, ideal for couples or romantic getaways. Ample seating space throughout the property, for up to 30 people.

It is suitable for up to 14 adults with up to 8 children sharing. A clear blue swimming pool, gazebo, and fully stocked kitchen, with staff to attend to your needs as desired. The beach is only 300 m away where you can access kite-surfing lessons, plan dhow trips, snorkeling, and sea-life viewing excursions. We can also connect you with a local day-excursions organizer.


Located along the renowned white sands of Diani Beach in the Kenyan south coast, lies Indian Ocean Beach Resort, a 100 roomed beautifully secluded resort with a rich Swahili styled theme, that makes a perfect destination for holidaymakers looking for some sun, sand, fun, and with a touch of charm and peace and quiet. Accommodation includes garden rooms, sea view rooms, and beachfront rooms. The garden rooms are nestled in the well maintained, lush gardens full of indigenous trees and bushes.

The Sea view rooms have a nice view of the blue Indian Ocean waters. In between the rooms are plunge pools with a bubbly water inlet mimicking Jacuzzi, for guests who want a quiet relaxing session away from the main swimming pool.


The Maji Beach Boutique Hotel is a multi-award-winning property, consistently rated no.1 in Kenya for Luxury and Service by Trip Advisor and winners in the World Travel Awards for Kenya’s Leading Boutique Hotel. The hotel features 15 unique and individually designed rooms and suites. Its eclectic décor blends the old and the new, the use of local natural materials, driftwood, colonial and Swahili antiques, mixed with original tribal handicrafts and modern African paintings give the property an intriguing taste of Africa. The Maji offers a new and refreshing dimension in hospitality with an emphasis on offering a discrete, quality yet personalized service.

At “The Maji”, people are what makes an experience. The team is a dedicated family and together they work on ensuring that your holiday is about you, the way you like it. The property can be booked on half board or full board options. Children over 12 years are welcome at all times and under 12 years on exclusive use basis only or during special family weeks.


North Coast

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort and Spa is amongst the best hotels in Mombasa. It is both a luxury beach hotel as well as an adventure beach resort offering world-class facilities and activities to both corporate travellers and families looking for fun and recreation.

Its beachfront location on the pristine white sandy beaches of Mombasa makes it the ideal place to relax and enjoy. Half an hour from Mombasa's city centre and 21 kilometres from Mombasa's Moi International Airport, Sarova Whitesands is the ideal place to stay when visiting Mombasa. The hotel's 340 rooms sit on one of the longest, lush beachfront on the Kenyan Coast and the open-air restaurants and bars offer world-class varied cuisines and service.

Enjoy the five swimming pools and a beachfront spa. The terraces of all rooms and suites offer spectacular ocean, pool and tropical garden views. At Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa, the chefs create menus that blend regional and international flavours. They are constantly exploring new culinary techniques to ensure that your dining experience here is as memorable as the location. Enjoy dining at any one of the three restaurants – from local and international cuisine, fresh seafood and regional dishes to decadent desserts. The resort also offers three lively bars to relax and enjoy some quality time with family or friends.


With a stay at Bamburi Beach Hotel in Mombasa, you'll be on the beach and minutes from Bamburi Beach. This hotel is within the region of Voyager Beach and Fort Jesus. When it comes to rooms, make yourself at home in one of the 150 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and DVD players. Rooms have private balconies, complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Relax and unwind with massages and body treatments. The recreational amenities include 2 outdoor swimming pools and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, supervised childcare/activities, and an arcade/game room.

Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. Satisfy your appetite at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants. Relax with a refreshing drink from a poolside bar or one of the 4 bars/lounges. Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self-parking is available onsite.

Malindi

Hemingways Watamu

Welcome to Hemingways Watamu. An iconic tropical paradise on the Kenyan coast sitting right in the middle of the pristine Watamu Marine National Park with its idyllic white sand beach and turquoise waters. The exceptional personal service and sincere charm of this established hotel have come to represent Kenyan coastal luxury to so many travelers for close to 30 years. There is so much to do here – learn to kite-surf; get your PADI certificate, take a sunset dhow cruise on Mida Creek, play a round of golf, Vipingo Ridge; or go on safari for a few days in Tsavo or the Maasai Mara.

Hotel EnglishPoint & Spa is a contemporary development designed by Broadway Malyan, a major international architectural practice. It offers apartment living in the comfort, luxury, and security of a hotel and will be managed by the award-winning team of the Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa. It has 96 Three bedroom apartments, from 1655 to 2100 sq ft. 8 Penthouses adding to the 23 Air-conditioned rooms, 3 suites, with 24-hour reception, rooftop breakfast restaurant, rooftop meeting room, and conference facility. The hotel houses East Africa's first floating pontoon marina. Fully serviced with an on-berth supply of fresh water, electricity, internet, satellite TV, fuel, pump-out facilities, and slipway. 60 berths from 6m to 40m with access to full hotel services, dedicated security, and a management center. The hotel also has comprehensive facilities for water sports including deep-sea fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, sailing, windsurfing, kite-surfing, sea safaris, and excursions around the creek.

Lamu

The Majlis hotel is a privately owned luxury beach hotel on Manda Island in the Lamu archipelago, off Kenya’s Northern Coast.

With a superb beachfront location and breathtaking views over the bay and Lamu Island, it offers the perfect setting and the ideal accommodation for barefoot luxury and informal pampering on your trip to Kenya. The boutique hotel offers 39 exquisite deluxe rooms and suites divided into three beachfront villas. The rooms, all presented in timelessly elegant Lamu Island style, are very spacious, well-appointed, and fully air-conditioned. Additional state-of-the-art facilities include two bars, two swimming pools, and an activity center that co-ordinates a wide variety of water sport activities.

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Banana House and Wellness Centre is located in Shela village, Lamu 2.7 km from Gallery Baraka. The property is set 2.8 km from Lamu Fort. The property features garden and sea views, a barbecue, and free WiFi is available. All rooms at the guest house are fitted with a seating area. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, while some units at Banana House and Wellness Centre also boast a terrace. A continental breakfast is served every morning at the property. Staff at the 24-hour front desk speak German, English and French. Lamu Museum is 3 km from the accommodation. 


Beach Hotels in Kenya

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