8.1

136 reviews

African Dream Cottages - Diani Beach

African Dream Cottages - Diani Beach

P.O. Box 543,, Ukunda, 80400, Kenya

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Pet Friendly

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Bar

Sun deck

African Dream Cottages - Diani Beach

African Dream Cottages - Diani Beach is a sunny coastal retreat in Diani Beach, Kenya, located about 2.1mi from the town center. Breakfast is offered to start each day right, and the address is P.O. Box 543. With 136 reviews, this property has earned a cheerful nod from travelers seeking a beachy escape.

Amenities lean into island vibes: a free outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, free Wifi, and a pet-friendly policy. A restaurant, bar, sun deck, terrace, and garden view set the scene, while beach umbrellas and chairs, a private entrance, and kitchen facilities keep things convenient. Room service and a 24-hour front desk are on hand, and snorkeling, water sports facilities on site, shuttle service, and airport shuttle are available for extra charges.

Activities include snorkeling and water sports on site, plus horseback riding (extra charges) and a golf course (extra charges) to explore. Beachfront moments, garden views, and easy access to the shore provide a relaxed, sun-soaked vibe for inquisitive travelers ready to unwind.

Dining at La Kichuna is a highlight, offering a tasty mix of African, Italian, pizza, seafood, and local flavors. The restaurant helps set a lively, family-friendly mood, while sun-kissed moments on the sun deck or terrace pair beautifully with garden views. Beach access is easy, with beach umbrellas and chairs at hand for relaxing by the shore, and a private entrance adding convenience to arrivals.

An outdoor pool adds a refreshing pause, featuring a shallow end that’s perfect for unwinding in the sun. Pets are welcome at no extra charge, with arrangements on request, making it easy to bring along a furry friend. On-site conveniences include kitchen facilities and a private entrance, contributing to a relaxed coastal getaway.

Snorkeling and water sports are available on site, with horseback riding and a golf course offered for an extra charge. Shuttle service and airport transfers can be arranged for an additional fee, providing easy travel logistics. Payment options include cash as well as Visa, Mastercard, and UnionPay.

Closest airports

Ukunda Airstrip

0.9mi

Mombasa Airport

18.6mi

Vipingo Airport

37.3mi

Most popular amenities

Pet Friendly

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Kitchen

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Patio

Garden view

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Picnic area

Garden

View

Free toiletries

Balcony

Rooms

Standard Double Room with Fan in African Dream Cottages - Diani Beach

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Standard, King Size

1 King Size Bed

375 sqft

Smoking allowed

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

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Standard Triple Room in African Dream Cottages - Diani Beach

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Standard, Triple

1 Twin Bed

1 King Size Bed

375 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

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Studio - Split Level in African Dream Cottages - Diani Beach

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Studio, 1 Twin Bed

1 Twin Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

755 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

x3

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Studio

Smoking not allowed

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Refrigerator

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Standard Room

Smoking not allowed

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Refrigerator

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Guest reviews

8.1

136 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Milla-mari

10

January 2025

Beautiful place, nice pool and own cottage where everything you need is found. Friendly staff! The gardeners and security were especially so nice to us and other staff too! Also we liked the location.Good shower with a good pressure and warm water. Watch out that monkeys don't steal your stuff.

At first most of the customers were older Germans with local young girlfriends. Seemed like a group of granpas were on a sex vacation.. But when they left, the atmosphere and place was beautiful and quiet.

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Joseph

10

February 2025

The grounds and pool area are lovely and very well maintained, it has a really chilled vibe and feels really safe. The cottages themselves are really cute and have everything you would need. The breakfast was lovely (the chef makes a perfect omelette!) and the menu is extremely good value for money! Overall, the staff are what makes the hotel special, everyone was so lovely and chilled, always happy to have a chat! If you’re planning a visit to Diani I would highly recommend!

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Sophie

9.1

August 2024

I loved the place. Unfortunately I only stayed 2 nights, I was meeting friends at another place. The room is nicely decorated and offers kitchen facilities with a fridge, cooking utensils and a stove . Everything was very clean. There are also beach/pool towels. There is a table outside with 4 chairs to enjoy meals out. Although, like in any place tropical place there are mosquitos! The pool was absolutely gorgeous and so fun to enjoy. Really worth it. If you don;t want to cook or go out to eat there is a restaurant. I would definitely go back.

Needs better and newer pillows and nicer bedsheets. The bedsheet was very thin and too small for the bed. The bed should be made before travellers arrive.

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Roanidah

10

February 2025

It has a nice atmosphere, staff is very helpful and friendly! Its a little house with everything you need. I like to cook and when the stove didnt work properly they switch me to another room where everything was working and they carried my luggage for me. Thanks again! The pool is nice and good tempratuur for swimming in the evening.

The location on Booking.com is not the real location... Look at google maps for the real location.

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Steingress

10

December 2023

I have been there between Nov. 13 and 18 in a split-level for three persons. The house was a horror! We had to force the door every time we wanted to get in. It was dirty, very used, in a bad shape. We felt very unwell, but as we were more persons, we had to accept it. I recommend an integral reform of the unit. Later, from Nov. 26 to 29, we had a house for two people. It was very different, like I remember when I was there four years ago! Decent, clean... So, my impression is very ambigious, but I think the owner of the cottages should make an effort and fix the first house so I would like to come back. The place is gorgeous. But also the restaurant should be changed. We hardly got drinks because there were none and we had to order them from outside. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I think, it is the fault of the owner not to maintain the place properly.

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Törja

10

March 2023

This is paradise I want to LIVE here! African Dream cottages is THE place to be in Diani. The bungalows are super comfortable- the swimming pool is amazing, the whole place is so beautiful with a lot of green plants and palm trees, monkeys visiting in the morning. The beach is just straight down on the little road, it takes about 5-10 min maximum. The staff are now our friends for life— and the food so delicious that I even come by just for that now and then 🤩🤩🤩 Initially I had just booked for 3 days but ended up prolonging for 10 more days 🙌🏾❤️ look no further, this is a pearl ☺️

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Eunice

10

September 2023

The welcoming smiles from staff and the owner Bianca they were very kind and friendly. Bianca took us out for a evening Live Band music we really had a blast fun. Were also invited for a staffs Party at Dream Cottage Restaurant and the meals our on top notch and delicious. I want to thank all the staff members Saidi,Sam,Tony,Chef's and the security It was our second visit and will definitely come back again❤🥰

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Heidemarie

8.2

March 2024

The swimming pool and the breakfast.

The rooms weren’t cleaned every day (mainly the bin wasn’t emptied and the bed wasn’t made). But after 3 days I asked for it to be done and it was done immediately. I think it was an oversight because the hotel was busy.

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Eric

8.2

March 2024

The cottage is beautiful with a magnificent clean swimming pool. The staff is amazing and always willing to help.

In the evening, better to reach the place with a Tuk Tuk, motorbike or taxi.

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Angelika

9.1

December 2022

Beautiful scenery and garden, very nice pool. Personel very friendly and helpful. Tasty food at restaurant at reasonable price. Place is quiet and safe. Big comfortable bed. Table and chairs in front of every cottage. Pleasent place to stay and have nice vacation. I will come back.

Some things could be renovated, especially bathroom. Wifi is poor.

Points of Interest Around African Dream Cottages - Diani Beach

Airports

Ukunda Airstrip

0.9mi

Mombasa Airport

18.6mi

Vipingo Airport

37.3mi

Restaurants

La Kichuna

Cuisines

  • African
  • Italian
  • Pizza
  • Seafood
  • 0
  • Local

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Shallow end

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of African Dream Cottages - Diani Beach

Pet Friendly

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Kitchen

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Patio

Garden view

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Picnic area

Garden

View

Free toiletries

Balcony

Stay rules - African Dream Cottages - Diani Beach

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property