Set on Diani Beach, Papillon Lagoon Reef features an outdoor pool, beach bar and restaurant terrace all overlooking the Indian Ocean. Decorated in traditional Swahili style, it offers diving, a fitness center 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 game room and ping-pong are available and there is evening entertainment. Children can use the indoor play area. Deep sea fishing is also available.
Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel is a 10 minute drive from Diani’s shops. Mombasa is 24 miles away and Mombasa Airport is around 1 hour 15 minutes away by car.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
“We really enjoyed the hospitality & kindness towards our baby gal of 5months”
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Wambui
United States
“Being close to the beach was great, and the swimming pool was amazing.”
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Scott
United States
“Great selection of food every meal. Enjoyed afternoon tea/ coffee.”
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Cierra
United States
“buffet was very good and many options. room was nice. and AC was nice to have.”
Deborah
United States
“Loved the ambiance of this resort. You really felt like you were in a tropical place. Food was good and the staff was always smiling and helpful. I enjoyed the animation events. We arrived very late at the resort but the staff had dinner...”
Sylvain
Canada
“Great location and wide courtyard area is a perfect and safe place to rest under the shades of trees and the sea breeze.. Caring staff and evening entertainement is a bonus. Activities on site too during the day are interesting. Diani Beach is...”
Francis
United States
“The food was great , flavorful and plenty of options”
Kassam
United Arab Emirates
“I really liked the room. The bathroom was very good with shower gel, shampoo and body lotion. The shower had hot water.”
Kwamboka
Kenya
“The room is so nice and very comfortable.
The food is well served.
I loved the disco time.”
Kerubo
Germany
“Very nice property with direct Beach access. Well cleaned and maintained with different areas for different activities. We stayed for 6 days and we enjoyed. The staff were very professional and friendly. Felt like a Luxury experience”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
Bistro Restaurant
Cuisine
African • American • Local • European
Open for
Breakfast • Lunch • High tea
Ambience
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 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Must-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 ID 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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