About this property
Set on Diani Beach, Papillon Lagoon Reef features an outdoor pool, beach bar and restaurant terrace all overlooking the Indian Ocean. Decorated in a traditional Swahili style, it offers diving, a fitness centre and tennis. Each air-conditioned room has either a balcony or patio with views of the gardens or ocean. All have a private bathroom with hairdryer and some include a satellite TV. Baobab buffet restaurant serves Kenyan and international cuisine under a thatched roof. Poolside Bistro Restaurant provides breakfast and lunch, including grilled dishes. There is a swim-up pool bar and drinks can be served to the room. Massages, a games room and table tennis are available and there is evening entertainment. Children can use the indoor play area. Deep sea fishing is also on offer. Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel is a 10-minute drive from Diani’s shops. Mombasa is 38 km away and Mombasa Airport is around 1 hour 15 minutes by car.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Fitness centre
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Evelauraodrzy
Poland“Everything was perfect, food delicious, personel professional and always in good mood😊 rooms clean, spacipus, Beach in front of the hotel, my stay was perfect 👌” 
Ubada
Kenya“Good location and helping staff. Our stay was pleasant”- Saoli
United Kingdom“It would be better if the rooms are upgraded with a kettle and coffee, a small fridge to keep water cool and one extra bottles of water” - Cameron
South Africa“Amazing! Great value for money, awesome food, friendly staff and beautiful resort. Will recommend to anyone I hear of travelling to Kenya’s South Coast. I hope to be back soon” - Nora
Sweden“Comfortable distance to Ukunda with shops, resturnats, services. Near the beach; excellent food; friendly, helpful and respectful waiters. Sizable, comfortable room. Can imagine returning.” - Mirjana
Serbia“It was extremly clean the pool was nice, staff is very kind.” - Kathleen
Australia“Property is beachside and the beach is so clean. The pool was big and clean, Rooms were cleaned everyday and fresh towels provided daily. The staff were incredibly kind and helpful. My children were safe and I wasn’t worried at any point. Food...” - Eugene Kenya“Wonderfully appointed and spacious rooms and a fantastic swimming pool overlooking the ocean did it for me.”
- Yolina
Bulgaria“This resort is like a paradise - big, green, beautiful, well maintained. The staff is extremely polite and the food is gorgeous. And has a wonderful big pool. Rooms are spacious, cozy and clean. The animation is really fun. Monkeys are perky and...” - Alicja Poland“Amazing location right at the beach. Good variety of food with lots of vegetarian options. Clean rooms and common spaces. The pool is large and clean with a pool bar. All the staff is very polite and friendly and they made us a lovely surprise for...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Bistro Restaurant
- CuisineAfrican • American • Local • European
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • High tea
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. The name on the credit card must match the name of one of the guests.
If the credit card is declined or invalid, or if a booking is made for arrival the following day or weekend arrivals, you may be asked to pay upon check-in.
Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.
Guests are requested to dress smart casual for dinner,long trousers and shoes.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
