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Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa

5.0 star property

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On the beach, white sand, scuba diving, snorkeling
Exterior detail
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
On the beach, white sand, scuba diving, snorkeling
Spa

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

Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

  • 936 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 3111 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Sea Facing

Standard Double Room, Sea Facing | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room, Sea Facing

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Penthouse, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Penthouse, 1 King Bed

  • 2616 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa

5-star Diani Beach resort walkable to Diani Beach
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.

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 features 2 outdoor swimming pools, a health club, a steam room, and a children's pool. Dining options at the resort include a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the resort's bars, which include 2 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.

Business amenities at this 5-star property consist of a business center, 6 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces. Event facilities measuring 5577 square feet (518 square meters) include a conference center. This Colonial resort also offers a library, a terrace, and a complimentary children's club. For a surcharge, the property provides an airport shuttle (available 24 hours), a cruise ship terminal shuttle, and a train station drop-off service. Onsite uncovered self parking and uncovered valet parking are complimentary.

Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa has designated areas for smoking.

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 transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

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

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Books
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Designer stores
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Games
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Parasailing
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball
  • Water skiing
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby bath
  • Baby monitor
  • Changing table
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Free children's club
  • Free crib
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Highchair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Playground
  • Pool toys
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center (5,577 square feet of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Lifeguards
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 72.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

We should mention

A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the health club, fitness facility, or spa tub, while guests under 6 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision

Property is also known as

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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

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

2/10 Terrible

JAEYOUNG

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

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

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

8/10 Good

Nancy, Nairobi

Traveled 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.

Traveled 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