SOUTHERN PALMS BEACH RESORT, Diani Beach

Southern Palms Beach Resort - A 4-star beachfront property with two freeform pools, multiple dining venues, and tropical gardens

Southern Palms Beach Resort sits at the edge of the Indian Ocean on Diani Beach, spreading over 4 hectares of mature tropical gardens with 298 rooms and 2 suites. The newly renovated 38 m² rooms feature individually controlled air conditioning, free WiFi, minibars, tea/coffee facilities, and balconies with views of the pools, gardens, or ocean. Four restaurants serve international cuisines: Palms Restaurant offers buffet breakfast, lunch, and dinner with live grill, African, Indian, and pasta stations; Boriti Snack Restaurant provides à la carte international snacks; Manyatta Grill specializes in African-inspired grilled dishes; and La Via Romana Italian Restaurant serves a Mediterranean table d'hôte menu. Recreational facilities include two large freeform swimming pools, a fitness center, tennis court, table tennis, water sports, and a children's club. The property is 10 km from Ukunda and 1 km from Kongo Mosque, with Diani Shopping Centre 4 km away. Guests can arrange scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, and bike riding through the help desk.

Pros

Direct beachfront location on Diani Beach with ocean views from select rooms

Multiple dining options including African, Italian, and international cuisines at no additional cost for dinner at Manyatta Grill

Two large freeform swimming pools with poolside bar service

Spacious rooms (37.5-47 m²) with balconies, air conditioning, and free WiFi

Recreational activities including tennis, water sports, fitness center, and children's club

Cons

The nearest major shopping center (Diani Shopping Centre) is 4 km away

Some room categories have garden views rather than ocean views