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Kinondo Kwetu

from $540 per person per night for 2026/27

A charming family-run lodge on Diani's white sand beach
Kinondo Kwetu, Southern Beaches, Kenya

Kinondo Kwetu is a home away from home; a stunning family-run lodge on the idyllic Kenyan coast. The lodge has maintained its high standard of luxury and serenity, encouraging guests to wind down from their safari journey or maybe just general day-to-day stresses. It offers a wide range of water and off-water activities, making it a fun, stylish and homely beach property.

Plenty of activities and facilities to keep boredom at bay

May be too quiet for some as it is off the beaten-track

About the location

Situated on Diani Beach, about an a hour and a half south of Mombassa, Kinondo Kwetu offers a private spot of luxury and seclusion.

The white-sand beach not only offers peace and tranquility, but also an array of water activities (snorkeling, diving, boat excursions and wind surfing) and off the water activities such as horse riding, seeing the birth of turtles, tennis, golf, exercise classes and many more!

Do see Parks & Regions on this page.

hotel Layout

The property can accommodate up to 38 guests in a combination of single and double rooms, cottages and family villa rooms. The lodge is split into two separate buildings and with their own kitchen, they are both self-sufficient.

Kinondo Kwetu has two swimming pools, a tennis court, a sauna, yoga retreat and spa for those who are looking for a bit of pampering.

Do see our new Kinondo Kwetu Picture Gallery further down this page.

Kinondo Kwetu Accomodation

Each of the room types- standard rooms, cottages, villas and suites- are different in terms of size, accommodation, layout and its facilities. The rooms are all traditionally designed with Swahili colours, tones and fabrics, giving the rooms a warm African feel to them.

There is no fixed dining at Kinondo, instead guests can enjoy a three-course lunch on the beach and choose where they would like to eat dinner, with a choice of charming spots in the garden, on the beach or in the lodges.

Do see Best Safaris & Holidays on this page.

How to book Kinondo Kwetu

Please call us on the usual USA +1-917-336-2937 or email info@theafricaspecialists.com to check availability, best prices and what adventures you have in mind. We can plan and arrange it all for you and have been for over 20 years!

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Kinondo Kwetu Highlights

Just some of the highlights of this hand-picked Southern Beaches hotel. Do call us direct for any other details or to help with planning and logistics.

Luxury Accommodation

up to 38 guests welcome in villa rooms

Diving and Snorkeling

Tennis courts, snorkeling & many more activity options

Swimming Pool

swimming pool included

Private Dining

private dining included

Wifi Internet

aircon & internet connection available

All ages welcome

all ages welcome

Please go to either of our Tailormade Safari Trips pages to see a lot more safari trips, ideas and budgets.

What kind of wildlife should you expect to find around Kinondo Kwetu for 2026/27?

For 2026/27, we expect you’ll be able to find the following wildlife around the Kinondo Kwetu bearing in mind the quality of guiding, budgets, time of year and duration of stay all affect your chances of finding or seeing any of the following outstanding wildlife that dwell in this part of the Southern Beaches…

Don't miss our full Africa Wildlife Guide right here.

What are your best safari trips & itineraries to Kinondo Kwetu’s Southern Beaches for 2026/27?

Some of our most-popular tailor-made trips for the Southern Beaches that could include a stay at Kinondo Kwetu include...
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$4,000$7,500

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1 A Family Treat

Africa, Kenya

Visits : Nairobi, Samburu National Reserve, Southern Beaches, The Laikipia Plateau Africa, Kenya

The perfect itinerary for those looking for adventure and activity in the midst of a safari. Start the trip with a few days in Samburu National Reserve, a park with highly concentrated… More…

13 Nights

FROM $5,500pp/pn

Samburu National Reserve

2 Honeymooners Delight

Africa, Kenya

Visits : Amboseli National Park, Southern Beaches, The Masai Mara Africa, Kenya

This itinerary contains a collection of remote and romantic camps in three Kenya’s best parks and coast resorts…… More…

12 Nights

FROM $5,500pp/pn

Honeymoons at Naibor Camp

3 Lions and Elephants

Africa, Kenya

Visits : Amboseli National Park, Nairobi, Southern Beaches, The Masai Mara Africa, Kenya

This well priced itinerary takes in two of Africa’s most famous parks…the Masai Mara and Amboseli. Witness the raw power of the Acacia studded Masai Mara and the famous wildebeest herds and… More…

12 Nights

FROM $4,500pp/pn

Lions at Governors Camp, Masai Mara

4 Go On, It Will Be Worth It!

Africa, Kenya

Visits : Nairobi, Samburu National Reserve, Southern Beaches, The Laikipia Plateau Africa, Kenya

This trip has the wow factor! Starting in the Laikipia Plateau, moving through to Samburu National Park and finishing on the beautiful, remote coast of Southern Kenya, this itinerary includes properties that… More…

13 Nights

FROM $7,500pp/pn

Samburu National Reserve

5 Short and Sweet

Africa, Kenya

Visits : Southern Beaches, The Masai Mara Africa, Kenya

This itinerary gives you a short and sweet taste of an African safari! Spend the first three nights in Kenya’s famous Masai Mara, a national park renowned across all of Africa for… More…

10 Nights

FROM $4,000pp/pn

The Masai Mara

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What are the other best hotels in Southern Beaches for 2026/27?

We highly recommend the following hotels for Southern Beaches for 2026/27. These are all tried and tested by The Africa Specialists™ so don’t hesitate to call us with any queries over them or to check availability.

NB. All prices for properties exclude applicable park fees and are guide prices.

$245$440

Price pp pn (USD)

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Our Rating

6 Nights

Afrochic

Southern Beaches

From $300 per person per night
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Afrochic

6 Nights

Alfajiri Villas

Southern Beaches

From $290 per person per night
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Cliff Villa pool, Alfajiri Villas, Southern Beaches, Kenya

6 Nights

Hemingways Watamu

Southern Beaches

From $245 per person per night
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Hemingways Watamu

6 Nights

Msambweni House

Southern Beaches

From $440 per person per night
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The pool at Msambweni House

6 Nights

Waterlovers Beach Resort

Southern Beaches

From $245 per person per night
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Waterlovers Beach Resort, Southern Beaches, Kenya

6 Nights

Swahili Beach Resort

Southern Beaches

From $250 per person per night
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Swahili Beach Resort

When is the best time to stay at Kinondo Kwetu in 2026/27?

Generally speaking, as the Kinondo Kwetu is in Southern Beaches, we recommend booking stays here with us any time on the following timescales — depending on your preferences and wildlife/safari viewing plans — but if you want to avoid peak season or aim to get the timing “just right” then do call us any time to check your plans, costs and best options for a fantastic Kinondo Kwetu stay in the 2026/27 season…

January fair

February fair

March mixed

April mixed

May mixed

June great

July best

August amazing

September great

October still good

November fair

December fair

Don’t miss our full When to Visit kenya guide on our main kenya page.

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We help plan your trip from start to finish
We make sure to include all your interests
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We have over 40 years of destination know how
We all spend time in our destinations annually
Local contacts give us unique insight
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We have full ATOL bonding for your financial peace of mind
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Location

Situated on Diani Beach, about an a hour and a half south of Mombassa, Kinondo Kwetu offers a private spot of luxury and seclusion. The white-sand beach not only offers peace and tranquility, but also an array of water activities (snorkeling, diving, boat excursions and wind surfing) and off the water activities such as horse riding, seeing the birth of turtles, tennis, golf, exercise classes and many more!

Layout

The lodge can accommodate up to 38 guests in a combination of single and double rooms, cottages and family villa rooms. The lodge is split into two separate buildings and with their own kitchen, they are both self-sufficient. Kinondo Kwetu has two swimming pools, a tennis court, a sauna and spa for those who are looking for a bit of pampering.

Rooms

Each of the room types- standard rooms, cottages, villas and suites- are different in terms of size, accommodation, layout and its facilities. The rooms are all traditionally designed with Swahili colours, tones and fabrics, giving the rooms a warm African feel to them. There is no fixed dining at Kinondo, instead guests can enjoy a three-course lunch on the beach and choose where they would like to eat dinner, with a choice of charming spots in the garden, on the beach or in the lodges.

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