Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
5-star beachfront resort near Diani Beach

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On the beach, white sand, scuba diving, snorkeling
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar, beach bar
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Boating
Spa

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Diani Beach Road, Diani Beach, 80400
  • Diani Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Kongo Mosque
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Tiwi Beach
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.)
    ‪84 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Suite

  • 87 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Ocean view
  • 289 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Sea Facing

  • Sea view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Penthouse, 1 King Bed

  • 243 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Diani Beach

Beachfront retreat .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Diani Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Kongo Mosque with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Galu Kinondo and Tiwi Beach.

What's nearby

  • Diani Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kongo Mosque - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Galu Kinondo - 22 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Tiwi Beach - 27 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Nyali Beach - 42 min drive - 41.3 km

Getting around

  • Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Havana Bar, Diani Beach - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nomad's Beach Bar And Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Coast Dishes - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tandoori - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Java House - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa

5-star beachfront resort near Diani Beach
Some rates at Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa 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.

Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools, a health club, a steam room, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. 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.

Business amenities include a business center, 6 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces. Event space at this resort measures 5577 square feet (518 square meters) and includes a conference center. A library, a terrace, and a complimentary children's club are also featured at the luxury Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours), a cruise ship terminal shuttle, and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

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

  • 1 building
  • 143 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 5577 sq ft of conference space
  • 518 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa offers 143 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Diani Beach resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

Languages

English, Hindi, Swahili

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby bath
  • Baby monitor
  • Changing table
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Highchair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Playground
  • Pool toys
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

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
  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Books
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Designer stores
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Games
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Parasailing
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball
  • Water skiing
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; 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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport, train station, and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, 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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
This property enforces a smart-casual dress code in the restaurant.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 72.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per child: USD 40 (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 60 (one-way), (from 6 to 18 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 72.0 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • For stays on 24 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner.
  • For stays on December 31, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.
  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 352 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 352 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 352 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 352 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 352 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Scott

Travelled with partner
The staff were all friendly The place was 3 star, not 5 Limited fun activities to engage with
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ermias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hospitable staff and excellent service. The property is not new but still in good shape. We saw monkeys hoping in the big coconut trees from our balcony (seaview). Everything is clean including swimming pool, nice fresh air. We hopped on tuktuk (three wheel motorbikes) to the town (about 2km away) for forex and shopping. We detested the salty shower at first but got used it eventually (just don't drink it).
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a 3 star hotel not 5 star. The hotel is dated and the rooms desperately need an upgrade. We had a leak from the AC in our room and there was a strong sulfurous like smell that kept coming from the bathroom. Everything in the rooms and hotel generally is just old. The location is perfect and hotel has so much potential but its very neglected. I wouldn't recommend and this hotel IS NOT A 5 STAR!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my time at this hotel.. the beach is absolutely beautiful and the staff were sweet and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hatice Elif

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is extremely nice
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Collins

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. We had a great stay, food was very good, toiletries were eco friendly using aromatics essential oils. Location close to everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We liked the group activities like water polo. There was variety of food during dinner. Most of the staff were friendly and the lady at reception ensured we got the honeymoon compliment. They also upgraded our room from standard to deluxe at no extra cost.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Maija

Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARAJ, FAR ROCKAWAY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was fabulous. They all made sure our stay was wonderful. The hotel had some repairs being done however it did not interfere with our stay. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abdixakim, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel and food was good staff friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Debebe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel has a great location with convenient beach access, and both dinner and breakfast were excellent. However, I was disappointed to be charged extra after booking my second night through Expedia. It seems they don't favor third-party bookings and charge more than the rates listed on such platforms. Despite this, it's still a good place to stay overall.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Debebe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel has a convenient beach access, and both dinner and breakfast were excellent. However, I was disappointed to be charged extra after booking my second night through Expedia. It seems they don't favor third-party bookings and charge more than the rates listed on such platforms. Despite this, it's still a good place to stay overall.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abdirizak

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don't know how you make your VIP rating because for me the service was only just above average. I spoke with reception about the lack of any hot, even warm water, and finally on the last day got lukewarm water. Meals improved markedly once it went to buffet style. I was also charged 3000 KSH more than the price on there price list for a snorkeling trip and then when inquiring about a jetski ride found them to be 3000 KSH more expensive than the one I found just down the beach. Overall I don't think it was very good value for money.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

DENISE

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb stay at Diani Reef, lovely beach, great food..all staff very friendly and welcoming...special mention for the restaurant staff who were fabulous and made us amazing vegetarian dishes...Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room had a few tiny roaches in the bathroom. We only stayed 1 night so no terrible. Grounds are nice and clean. Staff very helpfu and attentive. The monkeys stealing food seems to be a bit out of control.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

Travelled with family
The hotel accommodations though good the rooms need some updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, courteous staff and wonderful meals.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Selena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rose

Not clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice view on the ocean from the room. All staff were very friendly and always willing to help.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Yale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a good place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024