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Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
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On the beach, white sand, scuba diving, snorkelling
Exterior detail
Penthouse, 1 King Bed | Balcony view
Spa
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Diani Beach Road, Diani Beach, 80400
  • Diani - Chale Marine National Park and Reserve
    2 min walk
  • Diani Beach
    7 min walk
  • Kongo Mosque
    3 min drive
  • Ukunda (UKA)
    8 min drive
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Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

  • 87 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

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

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Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

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Standard Double Room, Sea Facing

Standard Double Room, Sea Facing

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

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Penthouse, 1 King Bed

  • 243 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa

Luxury resort on the beach, with 2 outdoor swimming pools
At Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa, relax by one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or spend the day at the beach where you can enjoy snorkeling.
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.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a steam room.

Children under 6 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the health club, fitness facility, or spa tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Diani Beach. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking, plus 2 outdoor pools.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free valet parking and self parking
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant, a beach bar, and a poolside bar
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools
  • Services include babysitting, a free kid's club, and a lifeguard on site
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym, a steam room, and bike rentals
  • Steps from Diani - Chale Marine National Park and Reserve and 7 minutes by foot from Diani Beach
  • Airport, train station, and ferry terminal shuttle service available for a fee
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.

Coral Rock Cafe - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Fins Seafood Restaurant - Onsite seafood restaurant. Open daily.
The Pool Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

English, Hindi, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Free uncovered self-parking on site
  • Free uncovered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • 24-hour return train station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 2 bars/lounges, 1 beach bar and 1 poolside bar
  • 24-hour room service

Restaurants on site

  • Coral Rock Cafe
  • Fins Seafood Restaurant
  • The Pool Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Fitness classes
  • Arcade/games room
  • Art gallery
  • Bike rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Designer shops
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness centre
  • Lifeguards on-site
  • Motor-boating
  • Parasailing
  • Playground
  • Private picnics
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Waterskiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Baby bath
  • Baby monitor
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Changing table
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Free children's club
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Free supervised childcare
  • High chair
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Pool toys
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Library
  • Lockers available

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (5577 square feet of space)
  • Coworking spaces
  • Meeting rooms - 6

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Beachfront location
  • Garden
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Lift
  • Hand-held shower head
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Books
  • Couples dining
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Games
  • Romance packages available
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV channels
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Turndown service

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
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)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
  • Christmas Day (25 December) 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Some rooms at this property are not suitable for children; please add child ages in the search parameters to display available rooms
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa offers transfers from the airport, train station, and bus station (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

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 31 December, 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

Diani Beach Reef
Diani Reef
Diani Reef Beach
Diani Reef Beach Resort
Diani Reef Beach Resort Ukunda
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Diani Reef Resort
Diani Reef Beach Resort Diani Beach
Diani Reef Beach Diani Beach
Diani Reef & Spa Diani
Diani Reef Beach Resort Spa
Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa Resort
Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa Diani Beach
Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa Resort Diani Beach
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Diani Reef Beach Resort Spa
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Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 327 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 327 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 327 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 327 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 327 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really liked the resort...this was an experience to be remembered for a long time
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Blake

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Stanley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE. CAVEAT EMPTOR - BUYER BEWARE. I’ve travelled the world and stayed at over 100 resorts and hotels and don’t expect perfection, but Diani Reef Beach Resort and Spa is near the bottom. In summary, will never return here and do not recommend Diani Reef Beach Resort and Spa. Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa is, at best, a 5 out of 10. Compared to other resorts, this is a Motel 6. 1. DO NO COME HERE UNLESS YOU LIKE COLD, OILY SALT WATER SHOWERS. ALL THE POSITIVES WERE NEGATED BECAUSE NO HOT WATER, NO FRESH CLEAN WATER. IT’S A DISGRACE. 2. ONLY COLD, OILY SALT WATER FOR SHOWERING THE WHOLE STAY. 3. DECEPTIVE ADVERTISING. FULL BOARD IS A SCAM. 4. NOT WORTH $180 USD PER DAY. *A summary and a full write-up with the Good, the Bad and the Ugly are below. If I had known or they had decently posted on their website about the water and shower situation I would never have come here. I did not expect extreme luxury, but at least the basics for $180USD per day. This is the only resort and spa in the world without fresh, hot clean running water. The staff are not the problem (they are all fabulous), it’s the ownership and senior management. Previously, I’ve stayed at Southern Palms in Diani, Severin in Nyali, La Mera and an Airbnb in Shanzu for 3 months. They are all Michelin 5 star resorts compared to Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa. I am a seasoned world traveler and have also been four times to K
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ezra Ogwell

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel needs a serious renovation. The elevators do not work, there is no water filtration system, and the entire resort is outdated.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Elicia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Recommended stay
Very good resort with great rooms, swimming pools, good breakfast ( buffet) would recommend, the only issue was that you can't open the window at night as there is no misquoters ( nets on the windows)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Benedict

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
It’s an average hotel, the rooms, staff and food is average for the price
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beware** Horrible Experience
Beware* This hotel is a 2 star at best No hot water during our stay even after they moved our room, poor customer service, poor management, they yes you to death and do nothing to solve your problem. Our bathroom had hair all over it upon check in, door lock malfunctioned, locked out of our room multiple times, food service is below average, restaurant was out of half the items on their menu, hotel and rooms are outdated, pictures on we site are very deceiving, Very disappointing, would not recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were approachable and kind. Entertainment was good.Overall my stay at the property was good and I recommend this place. My only concern is if they can upgrade the bathrooms
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

JAEYOUNG

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Definitely would do it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy, Nairobi

Travelled with partner
I liked breakfast, dinner was good. We had adequate water for drinking in the room.I also liked service at the swimming pool. I did not like the bed and the bedsheets. There were inordinate delays in room cleaning.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Howard L.

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best vacation EVER!... Where do I begin... This resort far exceeded our expectations, in so many ways... We looked forward to each and every day that we were there, and we really hated to leave... First and foremost, the staff was excellent... The food 😋 was soo good... All three meals were buffet style and each meal had so many choices... There were mini bars throughout the resort, to include being served on the beach... Lastly, but certainly not the least, were the beautiful monkeys, who were so gentle... We can't wait to return next vacation, and we will definitely stay much longer... Thanks for the opportunity to share...
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The ambience of the hotel does it for itself. It's in a great location. There are so many places within the property where couples can feel cozy. There are ample seating areas. The friendly staff sets this place apart. There is a mixture of young people on the staff and seasoned employees. You can feel relaxed while there. If you decide to hit the beach, expect to be solicited to purchase items by the locals. There is a private area provided by the property where you wine be disturbed. All of the meals are top notch. I also trust the management here. There was a slight issue but they made sure I was taken care of and accommodated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Coming next!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023