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.
“Directly on the beach - beach front rooms totally worth the additional charge. Spacious area, great food, beach. Clean rooms. Swimming pool. Friendly Staff. Very nice relaxing stay. Easy access to snorkeling (easy to hire boats that take you few...”
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George
United Kingdom
“Green, beautiful swimming pool, close to the ocean and white sand.”
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Miri
United Kingdom
“Everyone was super nice. Nothing was too much trouble. Our room's stewards went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed but also the staff at the pool area, restaurant and bar. Our rooms were in a great location with a sea view.
I was...”
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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”
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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.”
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Mirjana
Serbia
“It was extremly clean the pool was nice, staff is very kind.”
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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.
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Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Bistro Restaurant
Cuisine
African • American • Local • European
Open for
Breakfast • Lunch • High tea
Ambiance
Family friendly
Dietary options
Vegetarian • Vegan
House rules
Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 to 21:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 09:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
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
0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
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.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
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.
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