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Southern Palms Beach Resort

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront resort near Diani Beach

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Southern Palms Beach Resort

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Exterior
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi
Food and drink
Reception
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Overview of Southern Palms Beach Resort

Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
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  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Explore the area

Map
Diani Beach Road, Diani Beach, 80400
  • Popular LocationDiani Beach9 min walk
  • Popular LocationKongo Mosque13 min walk
  • Popular LocationTiwi Beach28 min drive
  • AirportMombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.)82 min drive

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Ocean Front Deluxe Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Deluxe Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Superior Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Ocean Front Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Ocean Front Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Diani Beach

Beachfront retreat .Within a 10-minute walk of the resort, you'll find Diani Beach and Diani - Chale Marine National Park and Reserve. Kongo Mosque is within 2 miles (3 km) and Galu Kinondo is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Diani - Chale Marine National Park and Reserve - 1 min walk
  • Diani Beach - 9 min walk
  • Kongo Mosque - 13 min walk
  • Galu Kinondo - 23 min drive
  • Tiwi Beach - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • Java House Diani - 6 min drive
  • Coast Dishes - 6 min drive
  • Bidi Badu - 6 min drive
  • Havana Bar, Diani Beach - 8 min drive
  • Fullmoon Night Club And Lounge - 3 min drive

About this property

Southern Palms Beach Resort

4-star beachfront resort near Diani Beach
Some rates at Southern Palms Beach Resort are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. Cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools at Southern Palms Beach Resort, and enjoy amenities like an outdoor tennis court and a fitness center.

Free breakfast is available daily. There are 5 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 4 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach resort also offers a garden and a terrace. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Diani Beach resort.

  • 298 guestrooms or units
  • 5 dining venues
  • 4 bars or lounges
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Southern Palms Beach Resort offers 298 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Premium satellite television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Diani Beach resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Volleyball
  • Windsurfing

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony/patio

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Southern Palms Beach Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for KES 112.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: KES 10000 per vehicle
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: KES 10000 (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: KES 112.0 per day

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 6 PM.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Southern Palms Beach Resort Ukunda
Southern Palms Beach Ukunda
Southern Palms Beach Diani
Southern Palms Beach Hotel Diani
Southern Palms Beach Resort Diani Beach
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Southern Palms Beach Diani Beach
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Southern Palms Beach Resort to the airport?

Southern Palms Beach Resort is 3.4 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 Southern Palms Beach Resort?

As of Apr 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southern Palms Beach Resort on May 1, 2024 start from $169.49, 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 Southern Palms Beach Resort have an airport shuttle?

Southern Palms Beach Resort offers a shuttle from the airport to the hotel 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of KES 10000 per vehicle.

How close is Southern Palms Beach Resort to the beach?

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

Does Southern Palms Beach Resort offer free breakfast?

Southern Palms Beach Resort offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Southern Palms Beach Resort?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Southern Palms Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Southern Palms Beach Resort?

This resort offers free self parking.

Does Southern Palms Beach Resort have a pool?

Southern Palms Beach Resort features 2 outdoor pools. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:30 AM to 6 PM.

Does Southern Palms Beach Resort have a restaurant?

There are 5 onsite restaurants, offering options like Italian cuisine, a poolside location, and al fresco dining.

Does Southern Palms Beach Resort have a spa?

This resort doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages and mani/pedis.

How close is Southern Palms Beach Resort to downtown Diani Beach?

Southern Palms Beach Resort is 1.7 mi away from Diani Beach.

Southern Palms Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 116 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 116 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 116 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 116 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 116 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kayla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the property itself! Rooms were amazing and we enjoyed the beach and the pool. The only complaint we have is the food. It lacks options and the same selections are served everyday. It lacks variety so you get tired of eating the same things. Absolutely loved the romantic dinner on the beach and the food within that was absolutely delicious
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saravallary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and i totally loved the place. It had a ll amenities with friendly and supportive staff. I would definately come back ☺️
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Channeil

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we arrived the fist day we were instantly greeted by staff and our bags were taken which was great. Check in was smooth and while headed to our room staff explained where everything was on the property. Now we had a long 24 hour flight to come to Diani so we had a bite to eat and walked to beach. By 9pm we were ready for bed, however there was a party right under our balcony until midnight. We called the front desk and explained to them that we were exhausted, they said they would call right back. 30 minutes later i called back to follow up. She said the party would be going until midnight but she would have the manager call back to see if there was a new room to switch to. No one ever called back of course. The next evening we were having dinner ar the buffet style restaurant, when we got up to get our supper the manager was yelling at the employees, about who was on what station. Right in the center of the room. I felt so bad for the staff. When we got back to the room another party was going on however i already knew if i called there wasnt going to be anyone to help me. Out AC leaked on the smaller bed, when i called about that they said they would send someone out but no one came so i had to share a bed with my roommate. The pool was filled with bugs that will swim and attach themself to you but that is no fault of the resort, and when u walk the beach it will not be in peace because many people will come to sell you things and excursions. Overall 3 at best.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Racheal

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Suveer

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Southern Palms may at first glance look modern day hotel but it is outdated built in 1990’s perhaps and lacking finesse. Rooms are substandard with minimum facilities & you are charged for every extra luxury! There is price dripping- room safe rental, extra charge for additional bottles of water, no iron facilities. Any service required from staff took a long time before responding! Meals were more catered for Indian tourists & could be repetitive. Personally I would not recommend this hotel if you are from overseas and not local Kenyan!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raj

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gift

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

FEYI

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Ali

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness
The property hosts wedding which makes lot of noise and mess for other guests Music doesn't stop until 2am and they serve the same food for lunch and dinner The hotel won't tell you they have a wedding, means stay will be very noisy Try to avoid this hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023