Swahili Beach Resort

5.0 star property
Escape to an oceanfront paradise where beachy vibes meet luxury amenities like spas and shopping boutiques.

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9 outdoor pools
Restaurant
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Yoga
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
The current price is AED 1,653
AED 1,950 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb

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Room options

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Superior Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Garden Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe King Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
  • 77 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Diani Beach, Diani Beach, Coast Province, 80401

What's nearby

  • Diani - Chale Marine National Park and Reserve - 3 min walk
  • Diani Beach - 6 min walk
  • Kongo Mosque - 9 min drive
  • Galu Kinondo - 19 min drive
  • Tiwi Beach - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Ukunda (UKA) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Havana Bar, Diani Beach - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Nomad's Beach Bar And Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coast Dishes - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tandoori - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Java House - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Swahili Beach Resort

Luxury family-friendly resort near Diani Beach
At Swahili Beach Resort, you can look forward to a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a terrace. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, sun loungers, and scuba diving. Indulge in a body scrub, a detox wrap, and a facial at Swahili Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 5 on-site restaurants. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; other things to do include beach volleyball and snorkeling. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as designer stores on site and a coffee shop/cafe.
You'll also find perks like:
  • 9 outdoor pools and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • A beach club on site, supervised childcare (surcharge), and a billiards/pool table
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 125 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like pillow menus and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Highchairs and free infant beds
  • Rainfall showers, deep soaking tubs, and bidets
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and electric kettles

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM: USD 23 for adults and USD 14 for children
  • 5 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 2 bars/lounges, 1 beach bar and 1 poolside bar
  • 24-hour room service

Things to do

  • 9 outdoor pools
  • Fitness classes
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach club (surcharge)
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Playground
  • Private picnics
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • 9 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Highchair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beachfront location
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

More

  • Beach towels
  • Couples dining
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Romance packages available
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony or patio

More

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Turndown service

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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

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

Does Swahili Beach Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has 9 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–6:00 PM.

Is Swahili Beach Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Swahili Beach Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

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 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Swahili Beach Resort?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 49 (subject to availability).

Does Swahili Beach Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Swahili Beach Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Diani Beach resort is within a 10-minute walk of Diani - Chale Marine National Park and Reserve and Diani Beach. Kongo Mosque is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

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Swahili Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 249 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 249 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 249 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 249 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 249 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zeid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Generally it's the best all round resort in Diani with very friendly stuff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend this property. Excellent staff and management of the hotel. Very well trained staff. Lovely design with many pools and great beach access/ocean swimming.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inifome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, beautiful property! Amazing staff and amenities. They were extremely helpful with our special event.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good facility
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zeid

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very different from others, from the different choices of restaurants to the staff who make you feel very welcome and are absolutely great in general. The gardens,the pools, rooms etcs absolutely stunning. I've been always returning here after trying most of the highly rated resorts in Diani.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Swahili Beach Resort was a dream. Such a beautiful property & the food was very delicious from the beach side restaurant to the night dinner buffet . I will definetly stay here longer next time .i really enjoyed the live band and pool side bar. I will say that they need better customer service and better communication within the staffing .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lizbeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely and the staff were amazing and friendly! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay, the rooms were very comfortable and spacious. The staff were very friendly and helpful - we in particular had great service from Clinton on the front desk, and Shadrack and Gilbert in the restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Babirye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Environment quiet and serene, the views are breathtaking ❤️ and the staff are very friendly and welcoming, the rooms are so spacious and the food is amazing 🤩 Its 10/10 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Abel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel’s central location makes it convenient for exploring nearby restaurants and attractions. The property is clean, the food is decent, and the staff are warm and accommodating, which enhances the overall experience. That said, while the hotel still maintains a good standard, it’s not quite as impressive as when it first opened, with some visible signs of wear and tear. However, this doesn’t significantly impact the stay, and I would return for the convenience it offers. One downside is that the beach isn’t as great as other spots along the Diani coastline. Overall, a solid choice for its location and service.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Balraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and attentive with children
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had limited time in the hotel. During that time every member of staff was kind, considerate, courteous and made me feel very well looked after. I would both recommend the hotel and hope to return.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great gardens, wonderful staff and beautiful beachfront. The food is excellent and choices cover vegetarian needs. The only slight downside was the room. Some rooms need updating and our sink wasn’t well cleaned. There was a smell in the shower after use as well. Overall, I would go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Davine

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good variety of food and restaurants. Staff was very cordial and helpful. The railing on our balcony was in very poor condition and didn't look safe
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernice

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

10/10 Excellent

DK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very nice stay. food was excellent and staff were great would stay again. beds a little hard though
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing to add at this time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Krystal

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

10/10 Excellent

Hiyab

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I really enjoyed honeymooning at Swahili Beach resort. The service was exceptional and the food options were very delicious. Please note that there is no all-inclusive drink package so drinks you do have to pay for a la carte. Very nice amenities and beautiful room. Beach access directly in front of the resort and a lovely spa. We would definitely recommend staying here! There are monkeys in the area so just be mindful of leaving room windows open or food unattended near the swimming pool areas (monkeys are fast!).
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

FERNANDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Very convenient to airport (they offer free transport), friendly and attentive staff. Installations are in great condition and renovated. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice end to our safari. We came here to relax and enjoy the coast. Our room had a beautiful view of the ocean, our food was great, we had wonderful spa treatments and were fully relaxed while there. It's an older property but is maintained well. Very beautiful grounds overall. The beach location was not the best stretch in Diani I've seen (nature is nature) but that doesn't take away from the overall beauty of the resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chandni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel ansmd resort experience and best birthday ever
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This is a very nice property with a lot of amenities. The staff, however, is not overly accommodating. For instance, I asked for more water for our room and I was told that I was only to have two bottles and then if I wanted any more water, I would have to either order it from room service or get it myself from the bar or go across the street to the grocery store. There were a lot of little things like this, and It seemed every time we asked for some thing or needed something the answer was often no. Overall, though it is a good property and I would recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maimouna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel with beautiful surroundings. Good food and great atmosphere.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024