Diani Bay Resort

Diani Bay Resort is a charming 3-star boutique property on Diani Beach, near the historic Kongo River and Kongo Mosque. Set amid spacious, verdant grounds shaded by century-old baobab trees, the resort offers 14 individually decorated guest rooms built with eco-friendly materials and traditional coastal architecture.

Just 400 meters from the shoreline, the resort offers seamless beach transport by tuk-tuk or traditional canoe, ensuring guests enjoy a quiet, near-private beach experience.

Location & Accessibility

Diani Bay Resort is situated at the quiet northern end of Diani Beach near the Kongo River estuary, combining a secluded natural setting with convenient access to local transport networks and regional airports.

Access by Road

✓ Road Connectivity: Easily accessible via the main Likoni–Lunga Lunga Road (A14), turning onto Diani Beach Road toward the Kongo River area
✓ Local Beach Shuttles & Transfers: Specialized local shuttle options, tuk-tuks, and traditional canoes providing short transfers directly to the nearby beach area (400 meters away)

Access by Air

✓ Airport Transfer Service: Roundtrip airport shuttles and private transfers available upon request for guests arriving at either airport
✓ Ukunda Airstrip (UKA): Located just 3 km (a 15-minute drive) from the resort, offering quick domestic connections via daily scheduled flights from Nairobi (JKIA and Wilson) as well as direct safari charters
✓ Moi International Airport (MBA – Mombasa): Situated approximately 30 km to 35 km away (a 75-minute drive depending on ferry crossing traffic at the Likoni Channel), handling regional and international flights

Accommodation

Diani Bay Resort features 14 ground-floor guest rooms built in traditional coastal architecture using eco-friendly materials. The inventory is divided evenly into 7 non-self-catering guest rooms and 7 self-catering units, all offering views of the main Africa-shaped swimming pool and surrounding gardens.

Standard Room Amenities Across All Units

✓ Bed & Comfort: Double or king-sized beds with mosquito nets
✓ Policy: Non-smoking accommodation throughout all indoor room spaces
✓ Climate Control: Air-conditioning units and adjustable natural ventilation
✓ Work & Storage: Dedicated work desk, dressing area, and wardrobe storage
✓ Veranda: Private covered outdoor veranda/terrace facing the gardens and pool
✓ In-Room Electronics & Security: Satellite TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, mini bar/fridge, and an in-room safe
✓ En-Suite Facilities: Private bathrooms equipped with bathtubs, walk-in showers, separate toilets, hair dryers, and complimentary toiletries

Room Categories & Layouts

✓ Non-Self-Catering Guest Rooms (7 Units): Ground-floor double rooms furnished with double/king beds, dedicated work desks, and wardrobes. Each features a full en-suite bathroom with a bathtub, walk-in shower, and separate toilet, plus a private veranda overlooking the pool area

✓ Self-Catering Guest Rooms (7 Units): Ground-floor double units designed for self-catering convenience. Each room features a double bed, a fully equipped kitchenette, a separate office/work space, a dressing room, an en-suite bathroom (bathtub, walk-in shower, separate toilet), and direct pool access via a covered private terrace

Dining, Bar & Conference Facilities

Diani Bay Resort provides flexible dining options, dedicated poolside refreshments, and fully equipped corporate meeting facilities within its peaceful garden setting.

Dining & Bar Services

✓ 24-Hour & In-Room Dining: Room service available for convenient in-room dining, plus coffee shop/café snack options
✓ Cooked-to-Order & Daily Breakfast: Daily breakfast options available for guests, served in the restaurant or via room service
✓ Africa-Poolside Bar: Integrated pool bar serving refreshing alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, exotic colored cocktails, and fresh fruit juice concoctions right by the water
✓ On-Site Restaurant: Serves local Kenyan and international/European cuisines prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Offers flexible table service in the main dining area or on the open garden terrace

Conference & Event Facilities

✓ Outdoor & Garden Event Spaces: Spacious garden lawns surrounding the baobab trees, ideal for open-air tea breaks, networking sessions, and small social gatherings
✓ Meeting Equipment & Setup: Well-equipped venue providing modern conference setups, flexible seating arrangements, high-speed Wi-Fi, and complete catering packages
✓ Main Conference Hall: Features a dedicated 80 sq. meter (861 sq. ft.) conference hall comfortably accommodating up to 50 delegates for corporate meetings, retreats, and seminars

Activities & Experiences

Diani Bay Resort offers access to a variety of coastal recreation, eco-tours, and water sports, arranged through local specialist partners or the resort’s concierge desk.

On-Site Facilities & Eco-Activities

✓ Bicycle & Quad Rentals: On-site bicycle rental services for independent exploring along local coastal paths, as well as quad bike excursion bookings
✓ Bird Watching: Explore the resort’s broad garden grounds beneath century-old baobab trees, offering ideal spots for spotting local coastal bird species
✓ Dual Swimming Pools: Relax by the signature Africa-shaped main stone pool or enjoy refreshments at the integrated poolside bar, with a separate Madagascar wading pool for kids

Ocean & Water Sports (Off-Site)

✓ Watercraft Rentals: On-demand rentals for jet skis, glass-bottom boats, and coastal watercraft
✓ Windsurfing & Kitesurfing: Equipment rentals and lessons available along Diani’s main beaches for all skill levels
✓ Big Game Fishing: Seasonal deep-sea fishing excursions for marlin, sailfish, yellowfin tuna, and kingfish off the Diani coast
✓ Kongo River Canoe Trips: Take a traditional wooden canoe or tuk-tuk transfer to the nearby Kongo River estuary and white-sand beaches for swimming and sunset views

Local Tours & Day Trips

✓ Culture & Local Excursions: Guided coastal village tours, camel rides along the beach, and visits to local artisan markets
✓ Shimba Hills National Reserve: 45-minute inland 4×4 safaris to observe rare sable antelopes, elephants, and hike to Sheldrick Falls
✓ Colobus Conservation Visit: Guided educational tours just 2 km away to learn about and observe Diani’s indigenous Angolan Colobus monkeys
✓ Wasini Island & Kisite Marine Park: Day trips involving traditional dhow sailing, dolphin spotting, and reef snorkeling at Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park

Highlights

✓ Dedicated Kids’ Pool: Features a separate, smaller Madagascar-shaped wading pool safe for children
✓ Prime Travel Connectivity: Located just 3 km (a 15-minute drive) from Ukunda Airstrip and 30 km from Mombasa International Airport
✓ Eco-Friendly Architecture: 14 ground-floor guest rooms built using traditional coastal designs and environmentally friendly local materials
✓ Corporate & Event Ready: Features an 80 sq. meter conference hall accommodating up to 50 delegates, paired with spacious garden lawns for outdoor breaks
✓ Versatile Room Options: Offers an even split of 7 non-self-catering guest rooms and 7 self-catering units with fully equipped kitchenettes and private pool-facing verandas
✓ Vibrant Local Activities: Easy access to bird watching among century-old baobab trees, Kongo River canoe trips, PADI diving, windsurfing, quad riding, and Shimba Hills day safaris
✓ Signature Africa-Shaped Pool: Features a main outdoor swimming pool constructed from local “Galana” stone shaped like the African continent, complete with an integrated poolside bar
✓ Quiet, Near-Private Beach Setting: Located 400 meters from the white sands of the old mosque beach and Kongo River, with complimentary shuttle access via tuk-tuk or traditional canoe

Diani Bay Resort is on the famous Diani Beach on the Coast, South of Mombasa and about 30 kilometers from Mombasa International Airport. The Ukunda Airstrip is about 3 kilometers from the resort. The resort has 7 non-self-catering guestrooms and 7 self-catering guestrooms.

The 7 non-self-catering guestrooms have double beds, work desks, and wardrobes. The bathrooms are en suite, with tubs, walk-in showers, and separate toilets. The 7 self-catering guestrooms have a covered private terrace with direct pool access.

Each guestroom has a double bed, kitchenette, office, dressing room, and adjustable ventilation.  The bathrooms are en suite, with tubs, walk-in showers, and separate toilets.

The on-site restaurant serves local and European dishes, made with carefully selected, quality, and fresh local products. Guests can enjoy their meals in the dining area or on the terrace. The well stocked bar offers a wide selection of alcoholic and soft drinks including high color exotic cocktails and fresh fruit juice cocktails. Two outdoor swimming pools made of local stones, flat “Galana,” are equipped with sun baths and an integrated bar, where guests can quench their thirst while swimming.

Diani Bay Resort has a conference hall that can hold up to 50 delegates. The hall is well equipped and provides an ideal venue for meetings and seminars. Activities in the resort include Big Game Fishing, wind surfing, kite surfing, village visits, camel riding, biking and quad rides. Guests can also visit the Shimba Hills National Reserve, Kisite Marine Park, and Dolphin Island of Wasini.

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