Diani
An easy, attractive beach finish with the widest range of accommodation.

The Kenyan coast
White-sand beaches, warm water and centuries of Swahili history, easily combined with safari by air.
Our take
Kenya’s beach areas have very different personalities.
Diani offers a wide range of resorts and villas; Watamu combines a relaxed atmosphere with marine activities; Lamu is rich in Swahili character and suits travellers who value a sense of place. Tides, seasons and flight connections all influence our recommendation.
An easy, attractive beach finish with the widest range of accommodation.
A relaxed coastal town known for its marine environment, water sports and boutique hotels.
Swahili culture, dhow sailing and small characterful properties on Lamu and Manda islands.
Where to stay
These are the properties currently featured in our Kenya collection. We recommend them selectively according to the route, season, party and style of trip.

Kenyan Coast
The Majlis is an elegant boutique hotel located on Manda Island in the Lamu Archipelago, offering a luxurious beachfront escape framed by the shimmering waters of the Indian Ocean. The Majlis provides a serene, exclusive atmosphere perfect for both relaxation and adventure on Kenya’s historic coastline.
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Kenyan Coast
Peponi Hotel is a small boutique hotel -with a big reputation- located on the remote island of Lamu. Run by the Korschen family who happened upon the old building by chance in the 1960’s, this hotel oozes character and charm like Lamu itself.
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Kenyan Coast
Manda Bay is a laid-back luxury lodge located on the remote Manda Island in the Lamu Archipelago, offering a barefoot beach escape where the Indian Ocean meets coastal wilderness. With its blend of tropical charm and secluded serenity, the lodge is ideal for travellers seeking privacy, simplicity, and natural beauty in equal measure.
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Kenyan Coast
Kinondo Kwetu is a secluded, family-owned boutique beach retreat located on a quiet stretch of Kenya’s south coast, just beyond Diani Beach. Surrounded by ancient coastal forest and the Indian Ocean, it offers a serene escape where barefoot luxury meets warm Swedish-Kenyan hospitality.
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Kenyan Coast
Chale Island is nestled just 600 meters from mainland Kenya and Diani Beach. It is unique in Kenya and is embraced by lush jungles, framed by soft white sands, vibrant coral reefs, and a serene tidal saltwater lake. Barefoot paradise in a wonderful setting.
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Kenyan Coast
A relaxed, eco-conscious beach retreat on Lamu Island’s quiet Kizingoni coast, The Cabanas offer rustic-chic cottages, sweeping ocean views and a strong focus on wellness and watersports. Remote yet social, the property blends barefoot island living with yoga, adventure and laid-back Swahili coastal charm.
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Kenyan Coast
Alfajiri Villas are considered by many as the finest villas on Diani Beach. Designed and built by the owners Marica and Fabrizio Molinaro, Alfajiri Villas boast unparalleled privacy and exclusivity.
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