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Swahili Beach
5 stars

Swahili Beach

P.O. Box 5202, Diani, Mombasa, Kenya
Mombasa, Kenya
See location+254 707 730 754
From
$155
Cheapest

rate per night

8.6
Very good
based on 1331 reviews
1,331 reviews
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Nightly total
Standard room
Superior room
Double room

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Overview

Featuring a private beach and an outdoor pool, this 3.5-star resort is located in Mombasa. It also features a kids pool, a beauty centre and a 24-hour reception.

Swahili Beach has been recently refurbished and offers babysitting/child services, a concierge and an airport shuttle. In fine weather, an outdoor terrace provides an ideal place to relax.

Swahili Beach provides 120 rooms, all of which are fitted with a mini bar and a hair dryer.

Guests of the resort can enjoy a unique dining experience at the contemporary bar and fine dining restaurant.

Swahili Beach is an ideal base to discover Koroga Country Club and Mamba Village Centre, as well as everything the local area has to offer. Tours and other travel arrangements can be organized at the tour desk.

8.6
Very good rating
Based on 1,331 verified guest reviews

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Swahili Beach

  • Private beach
  • Snorkeling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Golf
  • Cycling
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Evening entertainment
  • Cooking classes
  • Beauty salon
  • Karaoke
  • Table tennis
  • Pool table
  • Water sport facilities (on site)
  • Windsurfing

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Entertainment staff
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Additional bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

Pool and spa

  • Infinity pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Plunge pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Saltwater pool
  • Massage
  • Pool bar

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Dining table

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Child pool
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' club
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Complimentary breakfast

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Storage available
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Increased accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Outdoor

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private beach
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach towels
  • Balcony

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Kettle
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Streaming service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Pants press

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Fitness

  • Aerobics
  • Fitness center

Reviews of Swahili Beach

8.6
Very good
1331 verified ratings
Wonderful
787
Very good
226
Good
140
Okay
63
Fair
41
Mediocre
24
Poor
50

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location and beautiful surroundings, but many expressed dissatisfaction with the service quality and cleanliness issues. Several reviews highlighted problems such as unresponsive staff, cleanliness concerns in rooms and common areas, and issues with amenities like pools and bathrooms. Overall, while the location and ambiance were praised, the service and maintenance left much to be desired.
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Location9 out of 10
Service2.5 out of 10
Cleanliness2 out of 10
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Wonderful
naila, Jun 2018
Pros (+) everything was perfect. friendly staff, rooms spacious, food was satisfactory and the ambiance was perfect for relaxation

Location

P.O. Box 5202, Diani, Mombasa

What's nearby

  • Tiwi Beach2.8 mi
  • Mombasa Tusks16.8 mi
  • Uhuru Garden16.9 mi
  • Fort Jesus17.1 mi
  • Old Town17.3 mi
  • Seventh-day Adventist Church Nyali17.8 mi
  • Nyli Bridge18.2 mi
  • Koroga Country Club18.2 mi
  • Nyali Beach18.7 mi
  • Mamba Village Centre19.1 mi
  • Voyager Beach19.1 mi
  • Kingdom Hall Of Jehovah's Witnesses21 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Swahili Beach

Low season

October

High season

February

Average price (weeknight)

$243

Average price (weekend night)

$229
Cheapest month to stay with an average 23% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 86% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Swahili Beach

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Swahili Beach

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Swahili Beach, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and August.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Swahili Beach, plan to stay on a Saturday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Swahili Beach was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $230, while the most expensive was $605.
  • How long should you stay at Swahili Beach? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.
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FAQs when booking at Swahili Beach

  • Where is Swahili Beach located?

    Swahili Beach is located at P.O. Box 5202, Diani, 17.5 miles from the center of Mombasa. Tiwi Beach is the closest landmark to Swahili Beach.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Swahili Beach?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Swahili Beach.

  • Does Swahili Beach offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Swahili Beach offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Swahili Beach offer free parking?

    Yes, Swahili Beach offers free parking.

  • How far is Swahili Beach from the airport?

    Swahili Beach is 1 miles from Ukunda. Swahili Beach is 17.7 miles from Mombasa Moi Intl.

  • Does Swahili Beach have a pool?

    Yes, Swahili Beach has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Swahili Beach hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Swahili Beach in Mombasa and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Swahili Beach and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Swahili Beach.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.3

Distance to city center

17.5 mi

Nearest Airport

Ukunda

Distance to airport

1.0 mi