Nomad Beach Resort
Hotel in Diani Beach
5-Star Hotel
Reasons to book
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Air conditioner and more
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About this hotel
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Catch some rays on Nomad Beach Resort's private white sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants.
Nomad Beach Resort offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. This Diani Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include slippers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center.
Catch some rays on Nomad Beach Resort's private white sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants.
Nomad Beach Resort offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. This Diani Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include slippers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Hot tub or spa
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Map of Diani Beach
Available Rooms
Double Room, Garden View (Sea Breeze)
1 King
Sleeps 3
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Beach cottage
1 King
Sleeps 3
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Suite, Ocean View
1 King
Sleeps 3
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Ocean View Family Suite
1 King • 2 Single
Sleeps 4
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Villa
6 King
Sleeps 12
+
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Ratings and reviews
2.5 / 5.0
Stunning resort. We had beach rooms with direct access to the beach. I am literally on the beach. The hotel staff were all amazing, some of which I will mention by name. Jamila, Lilly - I think, Rashid, and because I don’t remember all the names, everyone went above and beyond to make our stay memorable. Thank you, hotel management and staff, for living up to our expectations and much more. If we are ever in Diani Beach, this is where we will stay
5.0 / 5.0
Stayed 3 nights in the beach cottage…the view is stunning and the cottage is very cozy…the first night suffered a bit from mosquito bites but the reception staff ensured the following nights mosquitos free. The beach is beautiful with soft white sand and falling asleep with the backdrop of the ocean waves was such a blessing.
2.5 / 5.0
Had a great experience at Nomad resort. Facility was clean, friendly staff and excellent dining options. Highly recommend this hotel.
2.5 / 5.0
I Loved my room. It was a sanctuary. I loved the beach and the set up of how the hotel was on the beach. Pristine, beautiful and like a dream spot.
I do wish the front desk service was more professional and attentive. My arrival was fantastic. But any calls or interactions with them, was un educated about the hotel on the whole and barely helpful.
The room attendees are magnificent. The wait staff were lovely. Restaurant manager was exemplary.
5.0 / 5.0
The Sands at Nomad is magical. The location is perfect. We had an ocean view room with a gorgeous view just steps from the beach. The property is more of a boutique so it never felt crowded. The staff was simply phenomenal. They were so kind and nice, and assisted us with whatever we needed. The onsite dining was wonderful. The pool area was lovely (just the right size for us). And, we loved the monkeys and bush babies that frequented the property. We were a family of four (two adults and two teens), and we loved staying here.
1.5 / 5.0
Sands at Nomads is great overall, but there are little things that could be improved. One big one for improvement is the restaurant - both the food and service.The menu is hit-and-miss, there are some great dishes but many far from great. The restaurant service could also be improved. During our 4 days stay, our orders were confused more than once or twice or the restaurant staff did not actually know what the dishes are.
4.0 / 5.0
A nice quiet small hotel with generally very friendly staff right on the wonderful Diani beach.
Learner divers in the only pool could upset some people and there is a fair walk to the main restaurant.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful location. Staff are very professional and friendly.
Definitely a 5star rating
5.0 / 5.0
Very nice boutique hotel in a very private area of Diani Beach. Has a private sunbathing area overlooking the beach and also a great private pool. The staff are extremely friendly and there are great dining options on the hotel grounds.
1.3 / 5.0
The hotel is set in the most wonderful location, you can expect to have the Indian Ocean lapping your feet, the wind in your hair and the sun on your face. The staff will cater for your every need, be sure to do the 7am yoga sessions with Sam, it’ll set you up for the day, follow that with an ice cold madafu with breakfast at the Nomad bar. You must also indulge in the Sands Signature massage; 2 hours of pure bliss (as if you needed anymore!) a body scrub with followed by a massage, you will float out of the spa! The food is delicious both for lunch and dinner, we were lucky enough to be there for the full moon in March and captured some amazing photos. We are looking to return in January 2023…something tells me this could be my ‘go to place’ for some R&R and to escape the UK winter. Thank you to all the team at Sands at Nomad. You made our break so special and we can’t wait to return.
2.5 / 5.0
The hotel is set in the most wonderful location, you can expect to have the Indian Ocean lapping your feet, the wind in your hair and the sun on your face. The staff will cater for your every need, be sure to do the 7am yoga sessions with Sam, it’ll set you up for the day, follow that with an ice cold madafu with breakfast at the Nomad bar. You must also indulge in the Sands Signature massage; 2 hours of pure bliss (as if you needed anymore!) a body scrub with followed by a massage, you will float out of the spa! The food is delicious both for lunch and dinner, we were lucky enough to be there for the full moon in March and captured some amazing photos.
We are looking to return in January 2023…something tells me this could be my ‘go to place’ for some R&R and to escape the UK winter.
Thank you to all the team at Sands at Nomad. You made our break so special and we can’t wait to return.
2.5 / 5.0
Fantastic stay, great property with helpful staff.
Beach was clean and soft white sand
1.3 / 5.0
Fantastic stay, great property with helpful staff. Beach was clean and soft white sand
2.5 / 5.0
I absolutely recommend staying at this hotel if you are visiting Diani beach. Upon check in we were greeted with coconut water and a flower necklace, nice little welcome touch. We were also upgraded free of charge to the junior suite which made our stay even more comfortable. They also gave us a free thirty minute massage.All staff were really nice, funny and always helpful to any request.Room was equip with all amenities needed.Scuba diving courses available everyday at 4pm were absolutely fantastic.Breakfast and dinner options were good, again all staff here were really great and attentative.The beach is a public beach and could do with a seaweed clean up however the waters are beautiful and warm. Recommend leaving items in the hotel vicinity (sunbed area) and going for a dip in the ocean. You will get people coming to haggle to take you snorkeling/boat ride but they are friendly and leave you alone if you are not interested.I would for sure come back to this hotel if I return to Diani beach.
5.0 / 5.0
I absolutely recommend staying at this hotel if you are visiting Diani beach. Upon check in we were greeted with coconut water and a flower necklace, nice little welcome touch. We were also upgraded free of charge to the junior suite which made our stay even more comfortable. They also gave us a free thirty minute massage.
All staff were really nice, funny and always helpful to any request.
Room was equip with all amenities needed.
Scuba diving courses available everyday at 4pm were absolutely fantastic.
Breakfast and dinner options were good, again all staff here were really great and attentative.
The beach is a public beach and could do with a seaweed clean up however the waters are beautiful and warm. Recommend leaving items in the hotel vicinity (sunbed area) and going for a dip in the ocean. You will get people coming to haggle to take you snorkeling/boat ride but they are friendly and leave you alone if you are not interested.
I would for sure come back to this hotel if I return to Diani beach.
5.0 / 5.0
The hotel accommodation is what is to be expected from a five star beach hotel; in every respect. The staff are well trained and friendly. But the beach is the big surprise. It is stunning. I had a great holiday.
1.3 / 5.0
The Sands at Nomad provided a wonderful stay at one of the worlds most beautiful beaches. The staff were amazing, providing friendly, courteous and professionalism at every step. The room was spacious, comfortable and had a great view of the ocean. The restaurant was good and a perfect spot for sunset drinks and dinner. The pool bar was my favorite with great drinks, food and service. The check-in/check-out processes were quick and efficient. Benson in Guest Relations was helpful with anything needed and in arranging transportation on the day of departure. You cannot go wrong with a stay here.
2.5 / 5.0
The Sands at Nomad provided a wonderful stay at one of the world's most beautiful beaches. The staff were amazing, providing friendly, courteous and professionalism at every step. The room was spacious, comfortable and had a great view of the ocean. The restaurant was good and a perfect spot for sunset drinks and dinner. The pool bar was my favorite with great drinks, food and service. The check-in/check-out processes were quick and efficient. Benson in Guest Relations was helpful with anything needed and in arranging transportation on the day of departure. You cannot go wrong with a stay here.
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent for holidays.Everything is perfect, place,beach,staff,food.
4.0 / 5.0
Great location right in Diani Beach. Perfect for those looking to relax and enjoy the sun and sand. The hotel staff are always around and at hand to help with anything you need. They all greet you even just in passing which really does make you feel welcomed and comfortable. As it is a boutique hotel it’s simplicity is comforting. The spa was incredible. We got a few treatments in there as well as couples massage in a beautiful hut room in the middle on the forest. Very calming setting. The food was always delicious although we did venture out and try other restaurants in diani beach area. The only downside i would say is the pool. The pool area is lovely and great for sunbathing and just having a little read in the sun. The pool itself however doesn't really accommodate for all level of swimmers. Its very small and a large section of it is used for diving sessions. Overall great hotel in a great location
2.0 / 5.0
Great location right in Diani Beach. Perfect for those looking to relax and enjoy the sun and sand. The hotel staff are always around and at hand to help with anything you need. They all greet you even just in passing which really does make you feel welcomed and comfortable. As it is a boutique hotel it’s simplicity is comforting. The spa was incredible. We got a few treatments in there as well as couples massage in a beautiful hut room in the middle on the forest. Very calming setting. The food was always delicious although we did venture out and try other restaurants in diani beach area. The only downside i would say is the pool. The pool area is lovely and great for sunbathing and just having a little read in the sun. The pool itself however doesnt really accommodate for all level of swimmers. Its very small and a large section of it is used for diving sessions. Overall great hotel in a great location
2.0 / 5.0
Excellent hotel with friendly and helpful staff. Only downside are the flies in the rainy season and a rather basis gym.
2.0 / 5.0
Food was good with a generous portion but not consistent. Food was half cold most of the time. We had a fantastic beach front balcony with superb view but the monkey poo in many places were stayed with us throughout the stay as they didn’t clean it up. Staff in general are nice and attentive, but we had a fly in our drink. One should know that full board here doesn’t include any drink not even water but you can select any dishes in the menu. Beach was fantastic but the so calked ‘Nomad beach operator’ who supposed to ensure no harassment by the local vendor to the guests turned to be a problem themselves as they insisted that you visited their totally overpriced shops on the beach and eventually buy something there! Otherwise, it was a nice stay!
2.0 / 5.0
It is a wonderful hotel complex with a lot of nature and outdoor living. The pool and the ocean is delightful and you would spend most of your time there. There are a huge number of water sports you can do and that are available including learning to Scuba Dive in the hotel and through their sports center. The restaurant had a lot of good staff - Schiller, Wilie and Bahati in particular. Benso the guest relations manager was so very helpful with recommendations on local trips for the day and also restaurant recommendations if needed. It is a beautiful lace to spend some days.
1.0 / 5.0
It is a wonderful hotel complex with a lot of nature and outdoor living. The pool and the ocean is delightful and you would spend most of your time there. There are a huge number of water sports you can do and that are available including learning to Scuba Dive in the hotel and through their sports center. The restaurant had a lot of good staff - Schiller, Wilie and Bahati in particular. Benso the guest relations manager was so very helpful with recommendations on local trips for the day and also restaurant recommendations if needed. It is a beautiful lace to spend some days.
1.5 / 5.0
Hotel has a lovely beach. The beach beds and towels need renewing . Restaurant and bar are good and in a nice location. Rooms not quite what I had envisaged. Bar staff friendly. Overall a good stay.
4.0 / 5.0
Property needs to do more to remove dead palm tree branches. I saw 2 HUGE limbs fall with one of them almost hit a guest eating dinner. Also, it would be nice if the bartenders/waiters would take orders from the guests laying down by the beach instead of just hanging around in the bar.
3.0 / 5.0
the restaurant and the beach could have better managed....
2.0 / 5.0
Good location right on the beach. Lots of water activities that can be booked through the hotel. Sea breeze room with balcony was lovely.
1.5 / 5.0
We stayed at the sands for two nights. The owners are very nice and when they explained the eco friendly nature of the hotel it gave the place a certain charm. But the serving staff were the least friendly out of all the places we stayed in Kenya. The service was also incredibly slow in comparison to other places we stayed. Our internet wouldn’t work for the first day, however this was eventually fixed by the staff. The food is far better in the beach restaurant compared to the hotel restaurant where everything was over cooked. Little things like the handle of the toilet flush being rusty made it feel a little grotty. This isn’t a bad hotel at all, but certainly isn’t a luxury get away.
2.5 / 5.0
The hotel staff was very friendly and always willing to assist. We appreciated that the attitude from the staff was personal and at the same time professional. The facilities were great and we really enjoyed our visit there. Would definitely recommend it for other guests.
1.3 / 5.0
The hotel staff was very friendly and always willing to assist. We appreciated that the attitude from the staff was personal and at the same time professional. The facilities were great and we really enjoyed our visit there. Would definitely recommend it for other guests.
2.5 / 5.0
I had such a great trip there. the resort is lovely and well managed. give full points for cleanliness, friendly and helpful staffs. the private beach is wonderful as well as the security made me feel safe all time of my stay. One thing I'd like to suggest the hotel, you'd probably find ways to relay the water pipeline as currently the water pipeline laid over the roof making guests' shower during the day time is impossible. it was hot like a boiling water. I was arriving there in late afternoon after I had day tour in Mombasa, so I really needed the fresh shower right away but what I found was to be boiled in my room! Apart from that, all is perfect!
2.0 / 5.0
I liked everything about the property, except when it came to paying the bill. I wanted to pay in USD and the rate they offered was absolutely ridiculous. If I'm dumb enough to pay a 10% exchange rate penalty on the standard, then I'm not smart enough to stay in this hotel. It really left a poor taste in my mouth.
2.5 / 5.0
Beautiful hotel next to the beach. Excellent staff and service.
2.5 / 5.0
Excellent price quality ratio.
Next time plan to stay 3 days instead of 2 to take advantage of scuba diving
1.3 / 5.0
We went to the Sands as the last the last leg of our two week trip in Kenya. Compared to some other places we stayed in Kenya, it was relatively expensive, but at the same time the service was excellent. For example the mattress in our room was extremely uncomfortable, and without a question they switched out our mattress. The food is pretty good, and the beaches are beautiful. If youre looking for a classic resort experience, the Sands is for you.
1.5 / 5.0
We went to the Sands as the last the last leg of our two week trip in Kenya. Compared to some other places we stayed in Kenya, it was relatively expensive, but at the same time the service was excellent. For example the mattress in our room was extremely uncomfortable, and without a question they switched out our mattress. The food is pretty good, and the beaches are beautiful. If you're looking for a classic resort experience, the Sands is for you.
1.3 / 5.0
We went to the Sands as the last the last leg of our two week trip in Kenya. Compared to some other places we stayed in Kenya, it was relatively expensive, but at the same time the service was excellent. For example the mattress in our room was extremely uncomfortable, and without a question they switched out our mattress. The food is pretty good, and the beaches are beautiful. If youre looking for a classic resort experience, the Sands is for you.
2.5 / 5.0
Great restaurant manager, Trui.
Very professional.
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Diani Beach?
The average price for a rental in Diani Beach is R 1,567 per night. This rental is R 9,493 above the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Nomad Beach Resort. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Nomad Beach Resort. Enjoy the water!
Is Nomad Beach Resort pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Nomad Beach Resort?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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