Diani Sea Resort

Diani Sea Resort is an all-inclusive hotel situated by the sea and is the sister property to Diani Sea Lodge, which is also a place where you can stay on Diani Beach. It has 170 rooms as well as a swimming pool complete with a waterfall and a waterslide, and it offers sports facilities, organised daytime activities and evening entertainment.

The range of facilities is attractive to families, couples and groups looking for a variety of activities, as both meals and certain drinks are provided. The two-bedroom family rooms have separate areas for the parents and the children to sleep. The resort's friendly atmosphere makes it particularly suitable for guests who would rather have an active environment than one that is quiet and intimate.

For those who wish to combine a safari in Kenya with a stay by the coast, the arrangement of the rooms and the way guests are greeted make it easy to move from game drives to days on the beach.

Reaching Diani and the resort

The resort is located on Diani Beach, some 35 kilometres south of Mombasa; Ukunda Airstrip is the nearest arrival point and involves a road transfer of approximately five minutes; those who arrive at Moi International Airport in Mombasa have to make a longer transfer to the South Coast.

Depending on your route, the Dongo Kundu bypass offers an alternative to the Likoni Ferry. The availability of flight connections depends on where your safari concludes and on your schedule. When planning your transfer, we begin with your last stop on the safari so that there is a smooth link with your itinerary.

Rooms, family layouts and Ocean Suites

The Diani Sea Resort offers 170 rooms, distributed among the Comfort, Bahari and Ocean Suite types, and includes two-bedroom choices in the Comfort and Bahari categories. When giving you room suggestions, we consider how you intend to spend your time at the resort, and whether you prefer a setting by the garden, more convenient access to the beach and pool, or more room for the family.

Wi-Fi, facilities for making tea and coffee, and a television are available in all the rooms, and the Bahari rooms have a fully stocked minibar as well as being nearer to both the beach and the pool.

Comfort Room

The Comfort Room belongs to the entry-level range that has a balcony or terrace and includes the standard facilities. It is suitable for couples and travellers who are focused on value and intend to spend most of their time making use of the resort facilities.

This type of accommodation is appropriate for guests who place more importance on the all-inclusive facilities than on having a view of the sea or the pool.

Bahari Room

The Bahari rooms are nearer to the beach and the pool and have either a view of the pool or of the ocean. They are equipped with a fully stocked minibar as well as tea and coffee facilities.

This category is suitable for couples who appreciate a convenient location since the views differ from room to room and therefore a direct ocean view cannot be guaranteed.

Comfort Family Room

The Comfort Family Room includes two individual bedrooms for those families who do not wish for parents and children to share one bedroom.

This room is situated in the gardens and is ideal for families who value having separate bedrooms more than being close to the beach or having ocean views.

Bahari Family Room

The Family Room in the Bahari has two independent bedrooms and is nearer to the pool and the beach. It is appropriate for families who want easy access to these places, as it provides a side view of the ocean which gives a partial, not a direct, sea view.

Ocean Suite

The Ocean Suite includes extra space and offers a more direct access to the sea; it has a separate bedroom and sitting room, a large terrace with ocean views and sunbeds, a bathroom fitted with both a shower and a bathtub, and a minibar which is refilled as part of the all-inclusive package.

This type of accommodation is perfect for couples who are celebrating special events or for tourists who want their own separate indoor living area instead of just having a bigger bedroom.

We are confirming the room layouts, the type of bedding, the views, the number of occupants, the arrangements for extra beds and any requirements regarding family rooms or rooms that open onto each other for the dates you have chosen.

Meals, drinks, pool and sports

The package covers breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and afternoon tea, as well as selected local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, juices and house wine during bar hours. Premium imported beverages and separately arranged services are not included.

There is a waterfall and a waterslide in the swimming pool, providing families with a choice different from that of the beach. The sports and activities on offer include tennis, squash, mini-golf, table tennis, volleyball, water polo and water aerobics, according to the present programme.

By arranging daytime activities and evening entertainment a social atmosphere is created, featuring live music, acrobatic performances and traditional dances on certain days. The guests have the option of taking part in these programmes or of spending their time independently at the pool and beach.

Parents must supervise young children when they are using the pool and the slide. Just because entertainment is organised does not mean that supervised childcare is no longer needed.

Marine outings and inland day trips

Diving can be arranged through the resort's independent on-site partner and the reception can assist guests with organising other local water activities.

Colobus Conservation arranges guided tours on which visitors have the opportunity to find out about the coastal forest, its monkeys and the organisation's conservation efforts. On a visit to Shimba Hills guests can see elephants, sable antelope and forest birds, and if the conditions for access permit and the visitors' fitness levels allow it, there is also the option of a guided walk to Sheldrick Falls.

The marine excursion which lasts a full day involves travelling south to Shimoni for a boat trip to Kisite-Mpunguti, where the guests snorkele among the coral reefs and marine life; in some cases the itinerary also provides for lunch on Wasini Island before returning to the mainland.

The marine activities will be influenced by the tides, weather, sea conditions and the availability of the provider. When planning your excursion we take into account the current conditions and your preferred pace, not promising any particular wildlife sightings or a certain level of reef visibility.

From Kenya safari days to Diani Beach

The Diani Sea Resort provides a relaxing ending to a safari in Kenya. Following the early mornings and game drives, guests then have slower mornings, take walks on the beach and spend their afternoons by the pool. Those travelling with families have the advantage of having separate bedrooms, since the all-inclusive package includes meals and certain drinks.

We begin by considering the wildlife experiences you desire and the amount of time you have available for your trip; a journey to the Maasai Mara can lead on to a coastal holiday, the Masai Mara fly-in safari forming the safari part of the trip and the arrangements for transfer to Ukunda being made separately.

On a trip to southern Kenya, your stop at Amboseli and Tsavo could come before your time at the beach. The 3-Day Tsavo East Safari provides a longer wildlife experience before you proceed to Diani, with further travel arranged to match your schedule.

Please let us know the balance you would like between wildlife, activities and relaxation. We will then match the length of the safari, the number of coastal nights and the arrangement of the rooms so that your beach stay fits in smoothly with your holiday.

Sustainability and local training

The resort's sustainability measures involve the use of refillable water flasks, waste separation, composting and a reduction in single-use plastics. According to the 2024 sustainability report, solar energy is used for heating and lighting, indigenous trees are planted and paper usage is reduced by means of digital displays.

The resort runs an apprenticeship scheme for young people from Kwale, who then go on to take up positions at the resort, its sister property and other hospitality businesses. It has been awarded Travelife Gold status for its sustainability initiatives.

Travel seasons and length of stay

With a three-night stay you can relax on the beach or in the pool after your safari. If you choose four or five nights you will have more chances to take part in sporting activities and also have the option of a full-day marine or inland excursion. The beach getaways guide is a good place to begin when planning your visit to the coast.

From December through March and from July to October the weather is generally drier, while from April to May and in November it is rainier. The sea conditions can change at any time.

What to know before booking

• It is advisable to request your chosen family room category as early as possible, particularly during busy times.
• Mention any accessibility requirements and the distances you need to walk between your room and the main facilities.
• The standard check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out must be completed by 10:00 AM.
• Let us know well in advance if you have any dietary requirements, requests regarding celebrations, or special equipment needs.
• Look up the current age, height, and supervision requirements for the waterslide where applicable.