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Southern Palms Beach Resort

5.0 star property

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Property grounds
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Reception
Buffet
5 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$493
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June

Explore the area

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Diani Beach Road, Diani Beach, 80400
  • Place, Kongo Mosque
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Diani Snake Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Diani Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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Ocean Front Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Superior Room

  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Deluxe Room

  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Ocean Front Deluxe Room

  • Ocean view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Diani Beach

A luxury stay in Diani Beach awaits you at Southern Palms Beach Resort. You'll be within a 15-minute walk of Kongo Mosque and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Diani Beach. Highlights at this all-inclusive resort include 5 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering can include massages, body scrubs and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Boriti Snack Bar, is open for lunch. With 4 lounge bars and a poolside bar to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the resort. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site gym and outdoor tennis court. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 7 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of airport pick-up service. .Attractions in proximity to this 5-property class Diani Beach resort include Nyali Beach and Bamburi Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Kongo Mosque - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Diani Snake Park - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Diani Beach - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Galu Kinondo Beach - 11 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Colobus Conservation - 12 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sherlock's Den Restaurant & Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bidi Badu - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Leonardo's Italian Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rongai,South Coast - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sizzlers Steak House And Pub - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Southern Palms Beach Resort

Southern Palms Beach Resort is an all-inclusive resort. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. At Southern Palms Beach Resort, you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is available daily. There are 5 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 4 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. This all-inclusive resort also offers outdoor tennis courts, a fitness centre and a garden. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Diani Beach resort.

  • 298 guestrooms or units
  • 5 dining venues
  • 4 bars or lounges
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Southern Palms Beach Resort offers 298 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Premium satellite televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Diani Beach resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Boriti Snack Bar
  • El Nomad
  • La Via Romana
  • Manyatta

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Volleyball
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Southern Palms Beach Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for KES 112.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: KES 10000 per vehicle
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: KES 10000 (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: KES 112.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 6 PM
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is 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 parking available at Southern Palms Beach Resort?

Yep, Southern Palms Beach Resort has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Southern Palms Beach Resort?

As of 11 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southern Palms Beach Resort on 23 June 2026 start from AU$493, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Southern Palms Beach Resort?

The closest beach to Southern Palms Beach Resort is Diani Beach (6.8 km).

Is there a spa on site at Southern Palms Beach Resort?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Southern Palms Beach Resort. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments.

Does Southern Palms Beach Resort have a pool?

Southern Palms Beach Resort has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 7:30 AM to 6 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Southern Palms Beach Resort?

Southern Palms Beach Resort features 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. All guestrooms come with pillowtop beds and premium bedding.

What makes Southern Palms Beach Resort a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and a bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Southern Palms Beach Resort.

Does Southern Palms Beach Resort serve breakfast?

You bet, free buffet breakfast is on offer daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Southern Palms Beach Resort?

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Southern Palms Beach Resort?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 5 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Southern Palms Beach Resort?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Southern Palms Beach Resort?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Southern Palms Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 236 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 236 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 236 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 236 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 236 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good amenities and very welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chioma

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Yes, enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

RIZIKI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room big clean, safe heaven the pool was marvelouse
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The customer service at Southern Palms was great, and the place itself was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to be. Fabulous views of the ocean, the rooms are cleaned daily and the staff are all amazing! Well done team.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ying Kwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff, good variety of food, amazing sunrise
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Zahra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, good food, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and well kept property with nice facilities.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Onsongo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean facility
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

zunera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Zewelanji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to beautiful beach
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gord

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property, staff, food were all great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
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8/10 Good

Devji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large resort with big pools, nice clean beach and plenty of food selection
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Moez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
"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
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Ziyanda

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Surendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel, clean, great food and service. Beautiful white sandy beaches. Great swimming pools ! Love this location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Prakashchandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel! We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Abhineet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Hermann

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Mass tourism resort, maybe more adequate for large families with lots of kids, nice pool with activities along the day…
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shreyas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chandra Shekhar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 👍
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025