Southern Palms Beach Resort

Diani Beach beachfront resort with 5 restaurants and spa

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Located by the ocean, Southern Palms Beach Resort offers a vibrant escape with a swim-up bar, poolside bar, and beachfront activities like scuba diving. Savor Italian cuisine at one of the 5 on-site restaurants or unwind with spa services like massages and manicures/pedicures.
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 5 restaurants and 4 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness center
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Swim-up bar

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
$339 nightly
$400 total
May 1 - May 2
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Bathroom sink
View from room
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Ocean Front Room

Good
  • Ocean view
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
Bathroom sink
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Superior Room

  • Garden view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
Bathroom sink
View from room
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Superior Deluxe Room

  • Garden view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
Bathroom sink
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Ocean Front Deluxe Room

  • Ocean view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Diani Beach Road, Diani Beach, 80400

What's nearby

  • Kongo Mosque - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Diani Beach - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Tiwi Beach - 16 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Nyali Beach - 52 min drive - 42.6 km
  • Bamburi Beach - 57 min drive - 46.9 km

Getting around

  • Ukunda (UKA) - 14 min drive
  • Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.) - 67 min drive
  • Airport pick-up service

Restaurants

  • ‪Sherlock's Den Restaurant & Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Leonardo's Italian Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Java House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rongai,South Coast - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Southern Palms Beach Resort

At Southern Palms Beach Resort, you can hit the beach to enjoy the shade from a beach umbrella or relax in a sun lounger, plus you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Diani Beach. 2 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials, and mani/pedis. Dining choices include 5 restaurants and the 4 bars/lounges are great places to grab a cold drink. This all-inclusive resort also features a poolside bar, a fitness center, and an outdoor tennis court. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

All inclusive

This resort is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 298 units

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Airport pickup on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–9:30 AM
  • 5 restaurants
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Windsurfing
  • Pool table
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • Fitness center
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Onsite venue - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Manyatta - This restaurant is located by the pool. Open daily.
Boriti Snack Bar - This restaurant serves lunch and light fare. Open daily.
La Via Romana - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
El Nomad - This restaurant specializes in Middle Eastern cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of KES 10000 per vehicle

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for KES 112.0 per day
  • Airport shuttle service for children between the ages of 2 and 12 costs KES 10000

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 6 PM

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Southern Palms Beach Resort Ukunda
Southern Palms Beach Ukunda
Southern Palms Beach Diani
Southern Palms Beach Hotel Diani
Southern Palms Beach Resort Diani Beach
Southern Palms Beach Resort
Southern Palms Beach Diani Beach
Southern Palms Beach
Southern Palms Beach Diani
Southern Palms Resort Diani
Southern Palms Beach Resort Resort
Southern Palms Beach Resort Diani Beach
Southern Palms Beach Resort Resort Diani Beach

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Southern Palms Beach Resort?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools. Guests have pool access from 7:30 AM to 6 PM.

Are pets allowed at Southern Palms Beach Resort?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Southern Palms Beach Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Southern Palms Beach Resort?

Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is KES 10000 per vehicle.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Southern Palms Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Southern Palms Beach Resort and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like windsurfing, snorkeling, and scuba diving and improve your game at the onsite tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes volleyball. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Southern Palms Beach Resort also has 4 bars, a fitness center, and an arcade, as well as a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Southern Palms Beach Resort?

Yes, there are 5 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining and Italian cuisine.

Does Southern Palms Beach Resort have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.

What's the area around Southern Palms Beach Resort like?

Southern Palms Beach Resort is located a short 14-minute walk from Kongo Mosque.

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Southern Palms Beach Resort Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The beach at this property is breathtaking with its powdery white sand and crystal-clear waters. (15 reviews)
  • The pools were well-maintained, lovely, and offered various activities and entertainment options. (9 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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10/10 Exceptional

The room big clean, safe heaven the pool was marvelouse
RIZIKI, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Yes, enjoyed my stay
Chioma, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The customer service at Southern Palms was great, and the place itself was great.
frederick, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very happy with the Asian vegetarian menus available at the hotel (including Jain options). They keep the guest entertained via pool volley ball, water polo and evening dances with DJ.
Jayesh, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place to be. Fabulous views of the ocean, the rooms are cleaned daily and the staff are all amazing! Well done team.
ELIZABETH, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, good variety of food, amazing sunrise
Ying Kwan, 10-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I had a wonderful stay at Southern Palms Beach Resort. From the moment I arrived, everything was smooth, welcoming, and very well organized. The resort is beautiful, clean, and perfectly located on the stunning Diani Beach. My Oceanfront Deluxe room was amazing—spacious, comfortable, spotless, and with incredible views of the ocean. It was the perfect place to relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the resort and the beautiful beachfront. A special thank you goes to Regina, my Guest Experience Assistant, who truly made my stay unforgettable. She assisted with my check-in and went above and beyond to arrange several incredible experiences for me. Regina organized an amazing private dinner on the beach, which was beautifully set up and absolutely magical. She also helped arrange a fantastic beach cabana experience and a jet ski activity, which were highlights of my visit. The entire staff at the resort was friendly, professional, and welcoming, and you can tell the team takes great pride in providing a great guest experience. Zakia, who is AMAZING, was my attendant for my cabana. I had an equally great attendant for my Dinner on the Beach. I highly recommend Southern Palms Resort to anyone visiting Diani Beach. It’s a beautiful property with excellent service and unforgettable Indian ocean views.
Room 140 - Oceanfront Deluxe
Room 140 - Oceanfront Deluxe
Dinner on the Beach
Dinner on the Beach
Dorothy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Service and friendliness was top notch. We had a few issues with the room being ready for us on arrival but this was remedied and we thoroughly enjoyed the stay. They catered to our two 8month old twins with each meal and provided plenty of gluten free options for me.
Neil, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean facility
Onsongo, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

"We had an exceptional stay at Southern Palms! The property exceeded our expectations with its outstanding amenities, impeccable cleanliness, and spacious rooms. The beautifully maintained gardens and pools, which were spotless and inviting, added to the overall charm. The beach was breathtaking, with its powdery white sand and crystal-clear waters. The staff went above and beyond, providing top-notch service with their kindness, courtesy, and attention to detail. We especially loved the evening tea time, which offered an incredible array of savory and sweet treats catering to diverse tastes. The variety of food options was impressive, and we appreciated the effort to accommodate different ethnic dietary needs. Overall, we're already planning our next trip back to Southern Palms – it's truly a gem!" Mo & Shy
Moez, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Very nice and well kept property with nice facilities.
Roger, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good
Ziyanda, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, good food, friendly staff.
Zahra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay! We came here for a wedding and the staff were very attentive and accommodating! Would highly recommend this resort if staying in Mombasa.
zunera, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy access to beautiful beach
Zewelanji, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The property is nice with good food options for vegetarians. However, it needs some renovation as the rooms and washroom fittings are pretty old. During our stay, they started painting the outer walls of the building that was a bit inconvenient.
Abhineet, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Large resort with big pools, nice clean beach and plenty of food selection
Devji, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Property, staff, food were all great.
Gord, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic resort!

Our stay at southern palms resort was nothing short of amazing! The resort is beautiful with big pools and is located right at the beach front. Our room was big and spacious always kept neat by our lovely housekeeper Veronica. The staff at the hotel are such lovely genuine people. Everyone made us feel right at home, starting from the manager daisy who even gave us her personal contact to call her if we needed anything at any time. Elisha the bartender at the beach bar kept our drinks flowing and made sure to have conversation with each person sitting at the bar. The food was fantastic. I must recommend the bbq restaurant which had a wide selection for us meat lovers. I will definitely visit again soon!
Sandra, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, clean, great food and service. Beautiful white sandy beaches. Great swimming pools ! Love this location
Surendra, 4-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Outdated & Overated & Overpriced
Parit, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This resort is great. Food choice is excellent and staff so friendly and helpful. The beach is excellent, everything was fantastic and very relaxing after a week's safari.
Prakashchandra, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really amazing resort locates in the heart of Diani in Mombasa. The staff are very attentive, most of all very friendly and are very accommodating. Access to beautiful beaches. Rooma are very clean and spacious... Will be back in 2 weeks 👍
Chandra Shekhar, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel! We had a great time!
Mary, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

was a short stay cant say much
Balraj, 3-night trip