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Swahili Beach Resort

from $250 per person per night for 2026/27

A large beach resort infused by African, Arabian and Zanzibari influences

Swahili Beach Resort is a very large resort in a central position on Diani Beach, built and designed more than ten years ago to combine luxury and modern decor, whilst ensuring it has a minimum ecological impact. Its Arabic architecture and local Swahili-influenced finish has created 140 rooms and stylish suites with breathtaking views across the gardens, cascading pools or the Indian Ocean.

Wide-ranging facilities and dining choices

Not to everyone’s taste as it is a large resort

About the location

Along the stretch of beach in Diani, Southern Kenya, Swahili Beach Resort sits in a central and attractive area. Diani offers a range of watersports, kite surfing, sky diving, dhow trips, sundowner safaris, beach bars and many more.

The only downside is that the beach at the front of the property is one of the narrower sections which is often covered at high tide. 

hotel Layout

As a resort of 140 rooms, the hotel grounds are very expansive! There are endless amenities and facilities, including seven infinity pools connected as a cascading pool, a Baobab pool bar, assorted watersports, a white sandy beach, a spa and fitness centre with its own cove and indoor pool, Jacuzzi and six treatment rooms.

When it comes to dining, there are no limits at Swahili Beach, as the five restaurants specialise in spice, seafood, Kenyan and Swahili delicacies.

Do see our new Swahili Beach Resort Picture Gallery further down this page.

Swahili Beach Resort Accomodation

Standard, superior and suites make up the 140 rooms which all sit in two-storey buildings around the grounds of the resort. The architecture, with its high ceilings and beautiful carved arches, have made the rooms light and airy, which gives guests an open and welcoming feel as soon as you walk in. Superior and suites have terraces, with spacious lounge areas and cushioned benches.

Do see Best Safaris & Holidays on this page.

How to book Swahili Beach Resort

Please call us in the UK on the usual +44 1525 840 149 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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Where on the map is Swahili Beach Resort?

Swahili Beach Resort

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Swahili Beach Resort 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

140 rooms

Diving and Snorkeling

snorkelling, diving & watersport options

Swimming Pool

swimming pool included

Private Dining

private dining available

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 Swahili Beach Resort for 2026/27?

For 2026/27, we expect you’ll be able to find the following wildlife around the Swahili Beach Resort 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 Swahili Beach Resort’s Southern Beaches for 2026/27?

Some of our most-popular tailor-made trips for the Southern Beaches that could include a stay at Swahili Beach Resort 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$540

Price pp pn (USD)

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Our Rating

6 Nights

Kinondo Kwetu

Southern Beaches

From $540 per person per night
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Kinondo Kwetu, Southern Beaches, Kenya

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

When is the best time to stay at Swahili Beach Resort in 2026/27?

Generally speaking, as the Swahili Beach Resort 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 Swahili Beach Resort 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.

Why travel with The Africa Specialists™?

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We help plan your trip from start to finish
We make sure to include all your interests
We offer a range of accommodation types
It is your trip, made to suit you

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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
We are true specialists

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We have you covered!

We have full ATOL bonding for your financial peace of mind
We provide 24/7 emergency backup as you travel
We make sure that the properties and guides are the best!

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Established in 2010, you can totally rely on us.
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Location

Along the stretch of beach in Diani, Southern Kenya, Swahili Beach Resort sits in a central and attractive area. Diani offers a range of watersports, kite surfing, sky diving, dhow trips, sundowner safaris, beach bars and many more. The only downside is that the beach at the front of the property is one of the narrower sections which is often covered at high tide.

Layout

As a resort of 140 rooms, the hotel grounds are very expansive! There are endless amenities and facilities, including seven infinity pools connected as a cascading pool, a Baobab pool bar, assorted watersports, a white sandy beach, a spa and fitness centre with its own cove and indoor pool, Jacuzzi and six treatment rooms. And when it comes to dining, there are no limits at Swahili Beach, as the five restaurants specialise in spice, seafood, Kenyan and Swahili delicacies.

Rooms

Standard, superior and suites make up the 140 rooms which all sit in two-storey buildings around the grounds of the resort. The architecture, with its high ceilings and beautiful carved arches, have made the rooms light and airy, which gives guests an open and welcoming feel as soon as you walk in. Superior and suites have terraces, with spacious lounge areas and cushioned benches.

Swahili Beach Resort