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Nomad Beach Resort

5.0 star property

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Front of property
4 restaurants, breakfast served
Beach House | Terrace/patio
Garden Room | Room amenity
Ocean View Family Suite | Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
$450
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8

Explore the area

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Diani Beach Road, Diani Beach, 80401
  • Diani Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Galu Kinondo Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Tiwi Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

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Beach House | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Beach House

  • 4413 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

The Family Cottage

  • 5382 sq ft
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 King Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Fishermans

  • 6028 sq ft
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Ocean View Family Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Ocean View Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1066 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Garden Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Garden Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach cottage | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Beach cottage

  • 700 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Ocean View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 850 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Nomad Beach Resort

5-star Diani Beach hotel walkable to Diani Beach
Catch some rays on Nomad Beach Resort's private white sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants.
Nomad Beach Resort offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas and include day beds. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

3 indoor swimming pools are on site along with an outdoor pool. Other recreational amenities include a private beach and a fitness center.

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

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Maisha Poa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
Step outside to unwind on the white sand beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. At Nomad Beach Resort, enjoy a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa and cool off in one of the 3 indoor swimming pools.

A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This luxury hotel also offers an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a garden. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Nomad Beach Resort has designated areas for smoking.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Nomad Beach Bar and Resta - This beachfront restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Rivas Bar - Overlooking the pool, this bar serves lunch only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Teppanyaki - Onsite restaurant. Reservations are required. Open daily.
BBQ - This restaurant is located on the beach. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Indulge - Onsite fine-dining restaurant. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • BBQ
  • Indulge
  • Nomad Beach Bar and Resta
  • Rivas Bar
  • Teppanyaki

Things to do

  • 3 indoor pools
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • TV in common areas
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 3 indoor pools
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Day bed
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

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 and cash
This property uses a grey water recycling system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Sands Nomad Hotel Diani Beach
Sands Nomad Hotel
Sands Nomad
The Sands At Nomad Hotel Diani
Sands At Nomad Diani
Sands At Nomad Hotel Diani
The Sands at Nomad
Nomad Beach Resort Hotel
Nomad Beach Resort Diani Beach
Nomad Beach Resort Hotel Diani Beach

Nomad Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 107 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Natacha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed this hotel. It’s gorgeous and its proximity to the beach (and wildlife) was cool. While the staff were kind they didn’t always display initiative. I was disappointed by the lack of activities/entertainment outside of water sports, the flies in the restaurant and second-hand smoke that entered my room. I think they’re target
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

L R

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything, especially the pool, the food, the service and the quiet beautiful beach. We will be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tuyen, Los Angeles

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and gracious, went out of their way to help with anything. Great breakfast buffet with plenty of variety and offerings. Nice private beach area, but cushions on lounge chairs were not secured and kept sliding down the chairs when chair backs were inclined. Sea Breeze rooms were spacious though mattress was hard and pillows fairly flimsy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alessandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khaled

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning resort. We had beach rooms with direct access to the beach. I am literally on the beach. The hotel staff were all amazing, some of which I will mention by name. Jamila, Lilly - I think, Rashid, and because I don’t remember all the names, everyone went above and beyond to make our stay memorable. Thank you, hotel management and staff, for living up to our expectations and much more. If we are ever in Diani Beach, this is where we will stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yiming

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in the beach cottage…the view is stunning and the cottage is very cozy…the first night suffered a bit from mosquito bites but the reception staff ensured the following nights mosquitos free. The beach is beautiful with soft white sand and falling asleep with the backdrop of the ocean waves was such a blessing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Hodan

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

10/10 Excellent

Suleiman

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nomad Diani is excellent.

Had a great experience at Nomad resort. Facility was clean, friendly staff and excellent dining options. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Diani stay was a dream

I Loved my room. It was a sanctuary. I loved the beach and the set up of how the hotel was on the beach. Pristine, beautiful and like a dream spot. I do wish the front desk service was more professional and attentive. My arrival was fantastic. But any calls or interactions with them, was un educated about the hotel on the whole and barely helpful. The room attendees are magnificent. The wait staff were lovely. Restaurant manager was exemplary.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarwar

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle, San Diego

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Sands at Nomad is magical. The location is perfect. We had an ocean view room with a gorgeous view just steps from the beach. The property is more of a boutique so it never felt crowded. The staff was simply phenomenal. They were so kind and nice, and assisted us with whatever we needed. The onsite dining was wonderful. The pool area was lovely (just the right size for us). And, we loved the monkeys and bush babies that frequented the property. We were a family of four (two adults and two teens), and we loved staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Magda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great but there is always a room for improvement.

Sands at Nomads is great overall, but there are little things that could be improved. One big one for improvement is the restaurant - both the food and service.The menu is hit-and-miss, there are some great dishes but many far from great. The restaurant service could also be improved. During our 4 days stay, our orders were confused more than once or twice or the restaurant staff did not actually know what the dishes are.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

EUAN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A nice quiet small hotel with generally very friendly staff right on the wonderful Diani beach. Learner divers in the only pool could upset some people and there is a fair walk to the main restaurant.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

castro

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Staff are very professional and friendly. Definitely a 5star rating
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice boutique hotel in a very private area of Diani Beach. Has a private sunbathing area overlooking the beach and also a great private pool. The staff are extremely friendly and there are great dining options on the hotel grounds.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarvjit

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

This place is amazing!

The hotel is set in the most wonderful location, you can expect to have the Indian Ocean lapping your feet, the wind in your hair and the sun on your face. The staff will cater for your every need, be sure to do the 7am yoga sessions with Sam, it’ll set you up for the day, follow that with an ice cold madafu with breakfast at the Nomad bar. You must also indulge in the Sands Signature massage; 2 hours of pure bliss (as if you needed anymore!) a body scrub with followed by a massage, you will float out of the spa! The food is delicious both for lunch and dinner, we were lucky enough to be there for the full moon in March and captured some amazing photos. We are looking to return in January 2023…something tells me this could be my ‘go to place’ for some R&R and to escape the UK winter. Thank you to all the team at Sands at Nomad. You made our break so special and we can’t wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Xenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would Return!

Fantastic stay, great property with helpful staff. Beach was clean and soft white sand
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely recommend staying at this hotel if you are visiting Diani beach. Upon check in we were greeted with coconut water and a flower necklace, nice little welcome touch. We were also upgraded free of charge to the junior suite which made our stay even more comfortable. They also gave us a free thirty minute massage. All staff were really nice, funny and always helpful to any request. Room was equip with all amenities needed. Scuba diving courses available everyday at 4pm were absolutely fantastic. Breakfast and dinner options were good, again all staff here were really great and attentative. The beach is a public beach and could do with a seaweed clean up however the waters are beautiful and warm. Recommend leaving items in the hotel vicinity (sunbed area) and going for a dip in the ocean. You will get people coming to haggle to take you snorkeling/boat ride but they are friendly and leave you alone if you are not interested. I would for sure come back to this hotel if I return to Diani beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel accommodation is what is to be expected from a five star beach hotel; in every respect. The staff are well trained and friendly. But the beach is the big surprise. It is stunning. I had a great holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019