Swahili Beach Resort

5.0 star property
5-star beachfront resort near Diani Beach

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9 outdoor pools
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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Daily buffet breakfast (USD 23 per person)
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Diani Beach, Diani Beach, Coast Province, 80401
  • Place, Diani Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Diani Snake Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Nyali Beach
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ukunda (UKA)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Executive Suite

  • 830 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Penthouse

  • 1292 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

VIP Club Room

  • 549 sq ft
  • 15 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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).

What's nearby

  • Diani Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Diani Snake Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tiwi Beach - 14 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Nyali Beach - 48 min drive - 27.6 miles
  • Bamburi Beach - 50 min drive - 30.3 miles

Getting around

  • Ukunda (UKA) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black & White Swahili Dishes - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Java House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Karafuu Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Double Fifteen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪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
  • 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
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • 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. 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.

This Diani Beach resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. 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
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • 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
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 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
Late check-out fee: USD 49

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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 23 for adults and USD 14 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 49 (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; cash is not accepted
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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Swahili Beach Resort to the airport?

Swahili Beach Resort is 1.7 mi (9-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 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swahili Beach Resort on Dec 16, 2025 start from $314.49, 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 Swahili Beach Resort have an airport shuttle?

Swahili Beach Resort offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 50 per vehicle, one way.

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: 2:00 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 hot stone massages, facials, and detox wraps.

How close is Swahili Beach Resort to downtown Diani Beach?

Swahili Beach Resort is 0.1 mi away from Diani Beach.