Spend your beach holiday at the oasis of tranquillity that is Southern Palms Beach Resort, nestled on the white sands of Diani Beach within five hectares of tropical gardens and coconut palms, with gorgeous views of the Indian Ocean.
A relaxed resort with the warmth of African culture for all to enjoy, it is ideal for families and friends. Traditional Swahili and Arabic architecture sets the tone, and the resort was renovated in 2019.
There are two grand freeform swimming pools with swim-up bars and a Jacuzzi. A wide selection of restaurants and bars includes the buffet-style Palms Restaurant, Manyatta Grill, La Via Romana Italian restaurant and a Shawarma and Dessert Lounge. A dress code applies in the Palms Restaurant. Reservations are needed for Manyatta Grill and La Via Romana.
Children aged 4 to 12 are kept busy at the Children’s Club, while adults can make use of the Musuli Fitness Centre and beauty salon. The watersports centre offers PADI and SSI scuba diving, snorkelling trips to the reef, windsurfing and deep-sea fishing.
By day there is water aerobics and beach volleyball, and after dinner guests can enjoy African bands, acrobats and local folklore shows.
ACCOMMODATION
Rooms at Southern Palms reflect the resort’s Swahili character, with warm décor and a relaxed, airy feel. Most look out over the two pools and tropical gardens, while oceanfront rooms enjoy direct views of the Indian Ocean. Every room has a wide balcony with Swahili easy chairs, perfect for an afternoon read or a sundowner. There is a wide range of rooms in various configurations, including spacious deluxe rooms for families, interconnecting rooms and suites with a separate living room.
All rooms are air-conditioned, with a safe, mini fridge and tea and coffee making facilities.
Southern Palms Beach Resort sits at the edge of the Indian Ocean on Diani Beach, on Kenya's South Coast, around 35 kilometres south of Mombasa. Ukunda airstrip is approximately 20 minutes away by road, and Moi International Airport is around a two-hour drive. Shimba Hills National Reserve and Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park both make easy day trips, and there is an 18-hole golf course nearby. Shops, restaurants and a hospital are also within easy reach of the resort.
Speak to a specialist for availability and pricing.
