Kenyaways Beach Bed & Breakfast and Restaurant
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| Bedrooms | 10 |
| Bathrooms | 10 |
| Sleeps | 21 |
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| Pet Friendly |
| Smoking Allowed |
| Suitable for Children |
| Suitable for Elderly |
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| 78 reviews |
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| Rental type | Bed and Breakfast |
| Minimum Stay | 2 nights |
| Living space | 2000 square meters |
| Bedrooms |
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| Sleeps | 21 |
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Pet friendlyYes Smoking allowedYes Suitable for childrenYes Suitable for the elderlyYes Wheelchair accessibleAsk |
| Theme | Adventure, Budget, Romantic, Beach, Ocean, Tropical |
Description from the owner
Kenyaways Bed and Breakfast is a small guesthouse hotel with only 10 rooms on the stunning Diani beach South coast of Kenya. It is surprisingly inexpensive and is absolute paradise. Self catering option is also available. However there is a tasty restaurant on the beach front where you can sit having a view of the glorious Diani beach.
Kenyaways guesthouse decor is unique, designed by my wacky, artistic mother, Joey, and has gorgeous, bright colors everywhere, with lots of comfy seating space for chilling out and has been transformed into a cosy small hotel ideal for beach holiday. It is owned by my pioneering father who started the fir...Read more
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Kenyaways Beach Bed & Breakfast and Restaurant
Diani, Kenya
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Additional Location Information
Kenyaways is located on the South end of Diani Beach on a very secluded and unique beach called Galu. Diani beach is not really a town but a resort village about 30 km south of Mombasa. It lies along a stretch of a 15km white powdery beach. The village is very friendly and safe and is lovely to walk around, with monkeys, trees, fruits stalls and bicyclists. There are all the modern conveniences of a city such as banks, atms, supermarkets, bars, restaurants, etc.
It has a tropical, laid-back atmosphere, welcoming all sorts of drifters, entrepreneurs, sun-worshippers and artists.
To get here, you need to fly to Mombasa either via Nairobi or direct and you can get a taxi very easily to Diani from the airport which takes about an hour and costs approx. 35 euro. You can also fly to diani beach airport from Nairobi and is a short distance by taxi to Kenyaways.
Location Type Beach, Ocean, Tropical
Rates
Rates shown in $ USD (Rental listed originally in EUR) (change)
| Date | Weeknight | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Minimum Stay |
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| Rate Summary | $40 - $146 | $40 - $146 | $371 | $1,643 | 2 nights |
| Jun. 15 2011 - Apr. 30 2012 Double Ensuite |
$93 | $93 | - | - | 3 nights |
| Jun. 15 2011 - Apr. 30 2012 Double Non-ensuite |
$73 | $73 | - | - | 3 nights |
| Jun. 15 2011 - Apr. 30 2012 Quad Ensuite |
$146 | $146 | - | - | 3 nights |
| Jun. 15 2011 - Apr. 30 2012 Quad non-Ensuite |
$119 | $119 | - | - | 3 nights |
| Jun. 15 2011 - Apr. 30 2012 Single Ensuite |
$60 | $60 | - | - | 3 nights |
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| Jun. 15 2011 - Apr. 30 2012 Single Non-ensuite |
$40 | $40 | - | - | 3 nights |
| Jun. 15 2011 - Apr. 30 2012 Special Double/twin ensuite |
$106 | $106 | - | - | 3 nights |
| Jun. 15 2011 - Apr. 30 2012 Triple Ensuite |
$126 | $126 | - | - | 3 nights |
| Jun. 15 2011 - Apr. 30 2012 Triple Non-ensuite |
$99 | $99 | - | - | 3 nights |
| All Other Dates | $53 | $53 | $371 | $1,643 | 2 nights |
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Rental fees
- Airport transfer - $53 / stay - Other - One-way Mombasa airport
Additional notes from owner
Rates include Breakfast
Prices are in Euro
Discounts available for groups.
Closed from May 1st 2011 - 15 June 2011
Rates do not apply to xmas and New Year period.
Availability
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What Past Guests Are Saying
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herecomesthesun_10
LondonMy idea of an ideal beach guesthouse
Left on 10/02/2012 for a stay in April 2012
If you're a reformed backpacker who likes a bit more comfort these days but still appreciates a friendly, slightly hippy, family-run place then Kenyaways is ideal. I've stayed there twice and loved it both times.
The location is great - right on the beach and next to a fantastic restaurant. The staff could not be more friendly and helpful. But my favourite part is the personal touches in the decor and care that make you feel like you're in somebody's home rather than a guesthouse. -
DD
ChelmsfordLovely
Left on 05/28/2012 for a stay in February 2012
Great beach location and tidy, pleasant rooms. They do food here which is reasonable and tasty. Could do with aC in the rooms but it remains very good value for what you pay.
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isik
turkeywhere I find the peace and rest by the indian ocean
Left on 05/28/2012 for a stay in February 2012
Kenyaways is a peacefull place where simplicity and beauty meets. You can spent the whole day just by the beach under the palm trees listening the ocean breeze and the waves. It is very quite beach and the both hotel reastaurant and the neighbour restaurant are very good in sea food. Staff is welcoming and rooms are very comfartable. I strongly recommend.
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Erica
SwedenRelaxed and lovely decoration
Left on 05/21/2012 for a stay in February 2012
Lovely rooms, helpful staff, good food and great beach although a bit too windy some days if you're more into beaching than kite surfing.
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Stevie Fitz
DublinAmazing
Left on 05/04/2012 for a stay in February 2012
Kenyaways is quite simply amazing. Unlike many other 'resort' hotels on the Diani beach Kenyaways is small and charming. The hotel is quiet and secluded and staff are really friendly and helpful. If your looking to relax and chill out or spend the day kite surfing on your own private beach look no further.
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Michela
Ravenna - Italyall is perfect
Left on 04/26/2012 for a stay in March 2012
I stayed a week with my boyfriend, my room was clean and the staff very kind, always helpful and very knowledgeable. The food is really good. I spent a week of sun and relax. unforgettable.
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Jane
Nairobi and ExeterAccomodating in every aspect
Left on 04/17/2012 for a stay in April 2012
I loved the flexibility of the staff and services that are provided at Kenyaways. The explicit attention to detail was very much appreciated from the mosquito repelent in the room to the kikoy towels for on the beach. The staff are very well informed about local attractions and facilities. This enables customers to persue their interests (snorkling, golf, partying...). It was a very relaxing experience and I would not hesitate to recommened it or to stay there again!
Response from Lindsay Kennaway - 04/20/2012
Owner
Hi Kris, Thank you for your review. It is wonderful to hear that you enjoy the Kenyaways experience and that you will be recommending us to your acquaintances. Best wishes, and see you again we hope!
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Friedrich
BerlinWonderful beach impressions and coziness
Left on 12/23/2011 for a stay in October 2011
Me and my girlfriend stayed for about 8 days at kennaways and really enjoyed the time at this place. A small hotel with nice staff and directly located at the beach. Easy to reach shops and restaurants around, sport activities offered at kennaways.
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Colm Halley
NairobiSimply fabulous
Left on 12/13/2011 for a stay in November 2011
My first thought when I arrived in Kenyaways for my long weekend stay was "I want to stay longer!"
Peaceful, beautifully decorated, quite pedestrian white sandy beach - it's cliche but I will definitely be back! Definitely.
Thanks so much
Colm -
Ole
Oslo, NorwayIncredible ending to an adventure
Left on 12/12/2011 for a stay in June 2011
Review of the private apartment at Kenyaways.
Eight Norwegian dental students hit africa for the first time the summer of 2011, working hard by teaching 1400 children, teachers and health workers about common dental illnesses and prevention of these in the central Kenyan highlands. Overloaded with smiles, plaque dye and saliva, great encounters and smiles all the way, we embarked on the trek up Mount Kenya via Sirimon/Chogoria... another fairytale... to end it all, we wanted something to top out magnificent trip all off, Kenyaways seemed to be just the ticket.
Four days at Kenyaways was our holiday that summer, it was a truly magical experience, which will never be forgotten, and hopefully be relived the coming summer.
The dwelling is magical, and pretty much impossible to beat, as a chill-out spot, it is unsurpassed and the atmosphere is seductive, everyone wanted to come back, and others are planning trips after our raving reviews. No need to go on, you get the picture; if you want a slightly funky, slightly off-beat, slightly cool, slightly delicious and erotic destination, hit Kenyaways.
We wish to particularly thank the cook (and waitress), who had to surpass old Wilson, our cook on Mount Kenya, and his incredible dishes... You have to pay for all foods and beverages you consume (you buy most of it at Nakumatt), but the quality of it all is in a league of its own, we wish she'd come to our cold winters and open up a restaurant, it would be a spot of pilgrimage. In Kenyaways, it is breakfast, lunch and dinner...
I won't go on, I believe you have caught my drift. -
matt
ottawasub-par
Left on 12/09/2011 for a stay in September 2011
The reception was poor and unwelcoming, treated simply as $$ not as gusts in an establishment.
The restaurant staff unable to communicate exactly what was included in price of room and that which was separate.
Little contact with managers/owners/reception, not very friendly for a small business that should be dedicated to customer service.
The room was not as portrayed in photos and thus we were deceived. The bed was uncomfortable and toilet without light, making a midnight tinkle a little difficult.
The price was far to elevated relative to surrounding establishments and the meager experience offered by Kenaways.
All in all a poor experience.
The place needs some work and personality.Response from Lindsay Kennaway - 12/10/2011
Owner
Hi Marta,
Thank you for your honest review. Thank goodness we do not ever get bad reviews as this otherwise I dont think we could exist anymore! However it is good to be reminded that the laidback style and peaceful slow coastal living of Kenyaways is not for everyone. We apologise for your sub-par holiday on our beach.
Best of luck in the future. Linzi. -
Tim Hingston
Perth, Western Australiaa beautiful, friendly place on a perfect beach.
Left on 11/27/2011 for a stay in October 2011
I knew we were onto something special when we drove along the jungle lined drive to Kenyaways. Monkeys darted across the road and the sound of the crickets warning of another hot day was majic. We were met by a smiling man who took us to our room , "Karibu", a warm welcome. Our room upstairs was beautiful and opened out onto a comfortable lounge room with views of the close beach and sea. Time for lunch and what I had hoped for, lots of fish on the menue, try the fish cakes.during our four day stay we swam, had a massage and shared meals with the other guests. Long walks along the beach were amazing. I would be there tomorrow if I could
Response from Lindsay Kennaway - 12/10/2011
Owner
Hi Tim and christine, Thank you for your lovely review. It is such a compliment after you came from Giraffe Manor! Hope you are well and settled back home after the long trip.
Linzi -
Ali Hopkinson
LondonA week of pure heaven!!
Left on 11/24/2011 for a stay in October 2011
What a relaxing and peaceful place. The staff were friendly and the accommodation very clean and comfortable. Breakfasts were a treat looking over brilliant white sand and blue sea. Great if you like those long beach walks.
Great place to get away from it all. There is no doubt about it - I shall definitely be back as soon as possible!Response from Lindsay Kennaway - 12/10/2011
Owner
Hi Ali,
Thank you for your review! Hope we see you soon! Love to Heather!
Linzi -
LJ
BrusselsAn amazing beach and lovely little cottages
Left on 11/24/2011 for a stay in October 2011
The location is very good - not too crowded but not isolated either. Has one of the best beaches in the area. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the cottages clean and nicely designed. I would definitely go back!
Response from Lindsay Kennaway - 12/10/2011
Owner
Hi Liis,
Thank you so much for your review, it is so great to get positive feedback. We hope to see you back here.
Linzi -
Ines
Germany, StuttgartVery nice
Left on 11/24/2011 for a stay in September 2011
We felt like home. A very nice location with nice rooms.
We stayed upstairs and had two rooms with terrace.
The staff was very friendly and helps us f.e. to reserve a place in restaurant or to book the transfer.Response from Lindsay Kennaway - 12/09/2011
Owner
Thank you for your review, we really appreciate the positive feedback. I hope you enjoy your future travels. Linzi
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Lien
Gent, BelgiumA B&B; made in heaven!
Left on 11/15/2011 for a stay in October 2011
I couldn't wish for anything better than Linzi's B&B;! If you are looking for a place that feels as comfortable as a 5star hotel, as complete as a bigger resort, as relaxing as a retreat, as friendly as home, as... you are definetely at the right place in Kenyaways!
I had a great time staying here for 1 month and are looking forward to book my next stay.
Just an amazing place.Response from Lindsay Kennaway - 11/18/2011
Owner
Hey Lien,Thank you for your really encouraging review! So glad to hear you enjoyed your month here and will come back.
the bush baby (suki/ baby/ bushy - its name is still all over the place) is still going strong and is showing off jumping all over the trees now already. He is very entertaining!
take care and regards to your cousin.Linzi -
italy-france
italywe loved it!
Left on 11/15/2011 for a stay in October 2011
We loved it. It was perfect and we are planing to go back! the staff is nice and friendly, the food was good and healthy with fresh fruit and vedgies. the location is great both for a relaxing holiday and for an active vacation. It is away from the craziness of the big resorts in Diani but it is still close enough to enjoy the restaurants and night life there
Response from Lindsay Kennaway - 11/18/2011
Owner
Hey Carla,
Thank you for your lovely review. It is so nice to hear the things you like about the place. I hope you got back fine and were glad to be home sweet home. Hopefully see you next time. Linzi -
Christina
Ottawa, Canadafriendly staff, great location, fabulous getaway
Left on 09/17/2011 for a stay in August 2011
As a solo traveller this place was absolutely perfect for me! The staff were so friendly and kind and the overall experience was exactly what I had hopped for. With the kitesurfing school, a bar and restaurant on location you don't even need to leave the beach to get everything you would need! I thought it was great value and overall would highly recommend it to anybody looking for a little piece of comfort away from home.
Response from Lindsay Kennaway - 10/21/2011
Owner
Hi Christina,
Thank you for your glowing review. It is exactly what we are aiming for and it is great to hear it is appreciated. We are so glad you enjoyed it!
I hope this finds you well.
Linzi -
Celine
SwitzerlandGreat location, chilled atmosphere!
Left on 09/04/2011 for a stay in August 2011
The perfect location to spend holidays under palm trees in a chilled atmosphere. "The" location on the coast to kite surf. Friendly and helpful staff. Delicious food available on-premise or at walking distance restaurant.
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Leon de Klerk
South Africagood service and lovely setting
Left on 08/19/2011 for a stay in July 2011
We were given a extra room at no cost on the upper level - this helped a lot with out 3 kids. The service throughout was great and friendly. We had great cooks to prepare local quisine. The setting is beautiful
, away from the main busy areas.Kids grew fins from all the awimming. The local restaurant surprised us with what they had to offer. We had a great time! -
dream place
Lisban, Portugalthe place that everyone dreams
Left on 08/18/2011 for a stay in July 2011
When we think of holidays, it's a place like Kenyaways. Family environment. In front of the beach, surrounded by nature. I was treated very well from the airport up to my bedroom. Since the employees and guests. Wake up in the morning was pumping the kite and 100m from my bedroom was in the water. Fantastic. A real dream. I'll be there next year. Thank you for the kindness that I received. They made me feel at home.
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Aya
NairobiWill never be back
Left on 08/07/2011 for a stay in July 2011
I stayed at Tribal room just for a night.
The view from the first floor balcony was nice. But as for the room, there were so uch to be improved. The shower space was awful. No curtain for the window which opened to the parking space. No step for shower area and others so it made the floor flood. The key for the room didnt look secure enough. Using internet was cherged Ksh 1,000 though the speed and connection was terribly slow and unreliable.Response from Lindsay Kennaway - 08/18/2011
Owner
Hi Ayaka,
Thank you for your honest review. However apologies that the room was not up to your standard. I just ask you to remember that we offer a 3 star accommodation. Please rest assured that noone can see up from the carpark into the shower. The shower area is a modern design which many high end resorts also have in their bathrooms. And I am afraid there is nothing we can do about the internet connection.
Kind regards,
Linzi -
Damian
LondonCalm and friendly
Left on 08/02/2011 for a stay in July 2011
Excellent place, amazing food and extremely good value for money. An en suite would have been nice, but I can't complain for 35 Euros per night.
Response from Lindsay Kennaway - 08/18/2011
Owner
Hey Mark, you will be pleased to hear that waroo and torch are now ensuite. Thanks for your review. We really appreciate it! I hope this finds you well. Linzi
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The Sixsmiths
West London UKKennaways is a family hotel on the best neach in the world
Left on 08/02/2011 for a stay in July 2011
Our suite on the first floor has a giant balcony overlooking the garden and the beach beyond. It is a kite-surfers paradise but if youu want to swim, windsurf, snorkel, catch butterflies or just laze in the sun you will be happy. If you avoid places called 'resort' you will like Kennaways. Most of the guests are residents of Kenya or live in other african countries and are discenring, and we enjoyed making friends with several of them.
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Oleg
Nairobisimple but good chill out place
Left on 07/16/2011 for a stay in June 2011
Beach is perfect, place is quiet, service is home-like, what else to expect from a hiliday or a week-end? Price is reasonable. One of the best restaurants in Diani is next door as well - Ble Marlin.
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dani
Spainexcellent atmosphere and location
Left on 07/11/2011 for a stay in June 2011
The excellent location along with the staff made out of this accomodation and the best kept secret in the whole Diani. ask specially for the rooms with their own bathroom.
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JYS
KigaliLovely relaxing seashore experience
Left on 07/11/2011 for a stay in July 2011
Very nicely decorated, this simple place is perfect for letting the mind go away, and the body rest in the warm sea, which is giving its nice music all night long in you dreams.
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Viva
Montrealgreat place, great people!
Left on 06/27/2011 for a stay in June 2011
I can't thank everyone at Kenyaways enough for making our stay feel like we were with friends. The location is spectacular, the place is beautiful and everyone goes out of their way to make you feel like it is a home away from home. All the best to everyone there, can't wait to come back.
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Spring-heeled Jack
Far Eastnice & relaxed
Left on 06/13/2011 for a stay in March 2011
This b&b; is located on a quiet section of beach,but it's a short cab ride to eateries,shops& Atms. The staff appear to be a happy crew & are attentive. The kitchen delivers adequate fare & a well stocked bar is to hand. It's a busy establishment & the front yard can be arrayed with colourful kites, as the locale is suited to kiteboarding at certain times of the year. The rear sided rooms can become a furnace in the hot season, even with a fan in operation. It's well worth paying the premium rate for the spacious & private rooms on the 1st floor. Make sure that your repeat bookings are confirmed in print to avoid disappointment(s). The spirit of inshalla can prevail that's in keeping with a coastal people.
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Marc
GermanyGreat Time, We love Kenyaways
Left on 05/18/2011 for a stay in February 2011
We really loved to stay at Kenyaways.
Erverything was perfect.
We was there for Kitesurfing with a hole bunch of friends.
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CommanderBUganda
KitgumHold me a room - I'll be back!
Left on 05/07/2011 for a stay in March 2011
A genuine, welcoming, friendly place that I shall not hesitate to return to. Chosen as it was on a quieter part of the beach and was not an all-inclusive and family-oriented hotel, I was delighted by my choice. The staff were extremely helpful and served excellent food. My fellow guests were friendly and interesting. It really felt like I was on holiday with friends in their beach house.
Ask ali or Linzi for advice on choice of room. All are different; all are good; some are exceptional. -
Charles
BurundiGreat place to kite and relax with family
Left on 05/03/2011 for a stay in April 2011
Nice accomodations. Friendly and helpful staff. Good service and good food at the restaurant. Beautiful location on Diani Beach. Just far enough away from the big crowds, but within easy ride to shops and restaurants. Great beach for kiting. At low tide, you have a large stretch of open beach. Awesome snorkeling just off the beach. We found large colorful reefs with urchins, pufferfish, scorpionfish, starfish, and an abundance of other sea life.
We absolutely enjoyed our stay. We highly recommend Kenyaways.
Many thanks to the staff. We hope to visit again. -
Andrew White
Dublin, IrelandA little piece of heaven
Left on 04/28/2011 for a stay in March 2011
For any traveller who wants to experience the sumptuous surroundings of africa's east coast, look no further. Pictures and words cannot nearly do Kenyaways and Diani beach justice.
Forget Bahamas, Bali and Seychelles. You will not find a more beautiful and relaxed place to visit with all the trappings of africa right on your doorstep!
I had an amazing time and will be back again as soon as possible.
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NB
QatarHeaven
Left on 04/24/2011 for a stay in April 2011
One of the best weeks I have ever had on holiday.
There is a distinct lack of 5-star boutique hotels on Diani - the 5-star that we are used to in the Gulf - which makes a refreshing change. You seem to get on Diani exactly what it says on the label.
Kenyaways is a super friendly, beautifully run guest house. The rooms are basic but traveller chic and that is all you need on a holiday when you are never out of shorts and rarely wear shoes.
I was looked after like a king.
Kite-surfing will depend on the wind but I learnt more in three hours than I did in 10 days on Santa Margarita. The beach is perfect for teaching and Linzi was a fantastic tutor.
The food and the staff are also brilliant and there is a very nice buzz so there is always someone to chat to or hang out with.
As a destination it is great too with the delights of Sails for lunch and Forty Thieves for partying.
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daren lim fat
dublin, irelandlovely kitesurfing getaway
Left on 04/12/2011 for a stay in April 2011
beautiful vast lagoon for kitesurfing. friendly staff. amazing view of sea and sky from your bedroom, and sleeping to the sound of waves right on the beach. nice chilled vibe to the place. loved the wilderness with the free roaming colobus monkeys. the house is well designed for a lovely stay on a kenyan beach. lovely food as well. very hot at that time of the year, but really enjoyed scuba diving to 15m with no wetsuit for an hour! with the miles long reef just on the doorstep! ah and overall excellent value for money!
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peace, tranquility and unpretentious, almost old fashioned!
Nanyukipeaceful
Left on 04/07/2011 for a stay in March 2011
Not pretentious, lovely clean rooms with nice little guest house touches.Food reasonable, but need more puddings please!
nice to be amongst kitesurfers who are chilled out people, watching them do their stuff is tranquil in itself. -
Anne
NairobiA home away from home
Left on 03/30/2011 for a stay in March 2011
The staff at Kenyaways are so helpful, friendly and attentive. I live the extra effort made by management to create lounges where one can relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery. My favorite dish is the Thai fishcake. I am definitely coming back.
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LauraC
LondonPerfect quiet location right on the beach
Left on 03/18/2011 for a stay in March 2011
I stayed at Kenyaways for a couple of days on my own and I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. It's has a a very relaxed atmosphere with lots of indoor chill-out areas. They also have plenty of sunbeds outside and you are in the perfect spot to keep an eye on what the wind it doing. There is a kitesurfing school attached so it's easy to organise lessons.
All the staff are very pleasant and nothing seems like too much bother. -
Chris
Bristol UKKitesurfing Heaven!!
Left on 03/16/2011 for a stay in February 2011
What an amazing place!! I stayed in Kenyaways Beach house with some friends on a Kitesurfing trip in Feb 2011. We stayed in two rooms on the second floor which were amazing, great views, lovely seating areas and came complete with a great Chef who would cook whatever you wanted whenever you wanted it!!
The hotel is right on the beach, and i mean 50 feet away!
The kitesurfing set up was nigh on perfect, the wind kicks in around 11.30 and builds throughout the day so no early starts!!, a launch/land service, and a safe place to store/wash your kit. A huge beach and warm blue water complete the perfect set up. The hotel has a nice little bar/restaraunt on site which is a great place to socialise after a day on the water, and all the staff are super friendly and helpfull. It was agreed that a weeks stay was far too short and we are all looking forward to a return trip in the near future. Highly recommended. -
Dixie Daisy
TroonParadise with fantastic helpful staff
Left on 03/10/2011 for a stay in February 2011
Great beach for kiting. The location is fantastic and staff on had to lanch and land.
The staff and friendly team made the holiday. Would definately recommend it. Thanks to all x
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Anita
Westzaan, The NetherlandsRelaxed
Left on 03/01/2011 for a stay in February 2011
Nice relaxed hotel. No airco. Lots of youngsters for kitesurfing. Good food!! Friendly staff.
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Abendsonne
Hamburg, GermanyFamiliar ambiance, nice garden and beach
Left on 02/25/2011 for a stay in January 2011
Very good place for Kitesurfing at Diani Beach with nice beach and garden. Even Kitesurfing at low tide is possible. Lawn to park the Kites and helpfull staff. Nice and good service. Familiar and cosy ambiance. The room rates and especially the prices for the restaurant were a bit high for what they offered.
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asu
KigaliBeautiful setting and good service but more basic than advertise
Left on 02/17/2011 for a stay in February 2011
The setting and service were great at Kenyaways B&B.; However, we got a different room set up than discussed before check-in (2 sets of bunk beds in a small room instead of a double bed and single bed as the triple person room). In addition, the bathroom facilities, though not a problem in sharing, were poorly maintained with a leaking toilet, a cracked and poorly maintained shower, and no hot water as advertised - disappointing for the price. The personnel were very helpful and friendly. Pretty good food.
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chris
athens,greecekitesurfing in paradise
Left on 02/15/2011 for a stay in January 2011
awsome experience...the hotel is something much different than any other place ive travelled to,nice,clean,verybody is very friendly and the
location is perfect.Kitesurfing rocks...you have the whole ocean for yourself everyday steady wind from 14-22knots,the beach is safe perfect for any level the water is quite choppy -
Yaniv
IsraelKitesurf vacation
Left on 02/15/2011 for a stay in February 2011
Great place! we had excellent time. Heaven for kiting.
Lindsay and her staff are wonderful.
The only downside is that the rooms with the shared bathroom (on the ground level where we stayed) are a little bit too basic for their cost.
The rooms on the upper floor are much nicer.
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Robbie Ball
Ennis, Co.ClareKitesurfing Kenya Style
Left on 02/15/2011 for a stay in January 2011
Great atmosphere, lovely people, super friendly staff, great hang out, awesome kite spot, beautiful beach, delicious food, really affordable and good value and forty thieves bar amongst others all with close proximity, what more can i say?
Oh yes and the experience... Unbelievable!
Nothing but great memories to take home!
Check in and check it out!
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GLL
LondonVery chilled...
Left on 02/15/2011 for a stay in January 2011
Absolutely fantastic place. If you can't relax in this place, then you need some heavy sedatives. Perfect for kitesurfers. Almost all residents were kitesurfers, and hence created a very sociable atmosphere, though you wouldn't need to be a kitesurfer to join in the chat. Made lots of new friends. Accomodation is simple, but very clean and perfectly acceptable, and the views and surroundings make up for any lack of gold plated shower heads. Food was excellent, though service was often slow - the remedy was to state a time you wanted to eat. Either that, or just relax into Kenyan time. For kiters - we had ten out of 14 days of about 16 knots plus wind. was almost entirely on a 12m. brilliant for beginners as shallow water at low tide and you can't be dragged off anywhere other than down the beach a bit. there is a reef about a km off shore and plenty of fun waves there for the more advanced. kite school is based at kenyaways, and they were really good and friendly.
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jettie
HamburgWhen your dreams come true...
Left on 02/15/2011 for a stay in February 2011
Eine Woche ist viel zu kurz um diesen traumhaft sch?nen und idyllischen Fleck Erde zu genie?en. Hinzu kommt ein sehr nettes und engagiertes Kenyaway Team. Wir kommen auf jeden Fall wieder.
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Gesuju
FranceEnchantés
Left on 02/14/2011 for a stay in January 2011
Nous avons aim? l'endroit, la chambre, la plage et l'ocean! L'attention aux clients a ?t? tr?s bien!
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Ed Paxton
London, UKExcellent place and people.
Left on 02/10/2011 for a stay in December 2010
Brilliant location, very mellow, great staff. Best option in Diani for a kiting holiday. Will definitely go back. Book early as they are often full.
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Cat F
Reading, UKGreat Kitesurfing holiday!
Left on 02/10/2011 for a stay in January 2011
Had a fab stay here. Kenyaways has a great location - just get your kites ready in the shade and the beach is just there. Loads of comfy chill out area/beds makes it easy to relax in between sessions. The staff are great - so friendly and the place is perfect for meeting other kiters. We also scuba dived with the school next door and went on safari, so plenty to do there. Would defo recommend.
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msolvoll
Moss, NorwayDefinetly a place you should visit!
Left on 02/08/2011 for a stay in December 2010
I had a great time at the Kenyaways Beach Bed & Breakfast and Restaurant. It was just perfect! Nice rooms next to the beach, friendly staff, a homely atmosphere, godd food and a beautiful beach. I was there to kite surf and can absolutely recommend the place. It's a great spot with good wind conditions.
I can't wait to go back... -
Christine Young
BournemouthFantastic location for Kitesurfing and diving,
Left on 02/06/2011 for a stay in January 2011
We went to Kenyaways for the first two weeks in January as we wanted a place to Kitesurf, Dive and Relax. The guest house is right on the beach and we loved the friendliness and welcome we got from all the staff which you wouldn't get in a larger hotel. It was very relaxing and we will definately keep it in mind for a return visit.
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JF
Viennafeel like at home...
Left on 02/05/2011 for a stay in December 2010
Lindsay and her team are trying their best to make you feel comfortable and at home.
rooms are clean and the staff is very friendly and fun. in their little restaurant they offer very good food. the beach is nice but the water very shallow. it is really good for kitesurfing which is the main activity there.
If you want to go to other places in Diani beach you need to take a mini bus or call a taxi (about 10 min rides and not expensive)...
All in all we had a wonderful stay at the Kenyaways! -
Rosie
LondonThe perfect spot to enjoy Kenya's beautiful beaches
Left on 02/03/2011 for a stay in November 2010
We had a great few days staying here. It was low season, but the sun was shining and the beaches were empty. Kenyaways offered us great food, drinks, beautiful views from our bedroom and altogether made our stay in Diani. I would definitely come back!
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Nora
NorwaySoscial and exellent kiting
Left on 02/03/2011 for a stay in December 2010
Its a very nive place. Exellent for kiting right on the beach. Very homyfeeling. 5-10 minutes by taxi to 40 thives (a nice place to party) and close to a number of nice resturant. The staff are very friendly and helpfull.
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Frank Bjennmyr
Stockholm, SwedenExcellent service at laid-back kitesurfing B
Left on 11/22/2010 for a stay in December 2009
The Kennaways runs a really sweet B&B;, perfectly located by the beach in Diani. If you are into kite surfing, it doesn't get much more convenient than this. After a session in the water, you can easily store your kite on the grass in the shade, and have some lunch (good value) in the cozy outdoor area. The breakfast and dinner they offer is very good as well. And the staff working there was really nice and service-minded.
The rooms and toilets are very clean and neat, and the bigger rooms seem sweet (we stayed in the bunk-bed room).
When my friends left Kenyaways, all rooms were occupied, but they still managed to fit me into one of their private rooms!
I was on a pretty tight budget when I was in Kenya, so I thought it was a bit pricey. But if you're only there for a couple of weeks, that surely makes a difference.
The friendly service, the excellent location and the laid-back atmosphere really makes this place stand out!
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Dorothy Mwanzia
Kitengela - near Athi RiverA nice get away
Left on 10/26/2010 for a stay in September 2009
I travelled with my two adult daughters and my son - in - law who were trating me for my birthday which falls on 11 September.
We are regular visitors to the coast ...always did an annual trip when the girls were younger and under my care!! but this was execptional .
The venue is good...just loved the long stretches of white sandy beach and the lovely waves. The rustic funishings are refreshing away from the "normal"plastic hotel / resort type and I just loved the brilliant coloured cusions.
The service was surpisingly friendly and prompt ..considering we expected to do our own cooking and cleaning.
All in all it was the best we've had and look out my USa based daughter has prpmised to bring all her friends back sometimes next year.
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Mhairi
South QueensferryGreat Stay at Kenyaways
Left on 10/24/2010 for a stay in August 2010
We had an excellent stay at Kenyaways Kite Village and would love to return one day. Everyone was helpful and did everything they could to make sure our needs were met and our stay was comfortable, nothing ever seemed like to much trouble. The food was good and on a number of nights we had food specially made for us that was not on the regular menu. As kitesurfing beginners we found this to be a great location. Both my husband and myself highly recommend a stay at Kenyaways.
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Chania
Maasai MaraThe best spot on the Kenyan coast... possibly in the world
Left on 10/15/2010 for a stay in September 2010
Around 20 of us descended onto Kenyaways for a long weekend in September. They put on a fabulous (and very reasonably priced) barbeque, stocked up the fridges for a party, and away we went.
When the wind was up, the awesome team of instructors and assistants from H2O helped us set up our kites and took a few people out on lessons.
Whether kiting or just chilling out, this is the spot to visit in Kenya. Very relaxed atmosphere, beautiful decor in the main house, very comfortable and clean rooms, and of course you couldn't have better, more fun hosts than the Kennaways. -
Heidi
Heidelberg/GermanyBeautiful appartment directly at Diani Beach
Left on 09/19/2010 for a stay in August 2010
We are a family with 3 children aged between 10-15years and we stayed in Kenyaways for 6 nights in august 2010. We had the upstairs apartment with 3 bedrooms with 2 attached bathrooms plus one extra toilette, a nice terrace, dining room, kitchen and veranda all for ourselves. The place is beautifully furnished with old Swahili style furniture. To get to the great beach (at low tide 50m wide and fine white coral sand) you simply cross the nice garden (40m) with Palm trees. Upstairs you always get a nice breeze from the ocean, in the morning there are sometimes monkeys in the trees/terrace. The bedrooms are simply furnished with beds, nightstands, commode and mosquito nets.
The apartment is rented with a cook who will prepare delicious meals 3-times a day or on request with the food that you provide. We also had a very nice waiter (David) who serves the meals and helps the cook. He will also do the shopping if you send him. We preferred to do the shopping by ourselves, because we liked taking the matatu (just some meters up on the main road) to Diani shopping center and see what the country has to offer regarding fruit, vegetables and other things ( there is also a German bakery). Everybody at Kenyaways was extremely friendly and helpful, downstairs there are several other rooms for rent, a bar and a small restaurant. You can do bodysurfing or kitesurfing(Kenyaways offers lessons and rents out the material), beach walks (although as everywhere there are some beach boys hanging around, but not allowed on premises). The next big resorts are about 2 km away (Baobab, with more beachboy etc. hassle), as the stretch of beach around Kenyaways is mostly occupied by privately owned vacation homes, some of them (like Kenyaways) are converted into Bed and Breakfast type hotels. We can highly recommend Kenyaways to everybody who looks for a beautiful quiet place to stay at this wonderful beach without needing many animations, a pool or other resort amenities.
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Shayne
Sydney, Australia10 days to never Forget
Left on 09/16/2010 for a stay in August 2010
Decided on Kenya for a beach holiday, and didn't want the feel of a big tourist resort offering that most searches pointed us towards. We were after a relaxed low key affair...we found Kennaways via a search including Kitesurfing...which is our hobby. Was surprised prior to getting there with the quick rsponses from Linzi to any questions/ concerns we had...always a gamble paying for a holiday over the net from the otherside of the world...!
However when we got there, we got more than we were expecting. Relaxed, chilled, stylish, funky just describes the feeling upon arrival. 10 days on, grew to love the place, the people, the environment.
Security and personal safety are always considerations when visiting countries such as Kenya. Kennaway gave (and demonstrated) the sense of security, without the feeling of being watched over. The only security concern was whether the monkeys were going to steal my breakfast while I was having my morning dip in the ocean...however they even had someone watching out for that !!!
Highly recommended, if your after a Low Key, Stylish, Funky, Secluded Beach House feeling holiday( The photos on the website don't do it justice!!!), whilst still being close enough to the action, with memories that will last forever. Kennaways is the spot!!
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anon
Englandawesome
Left on 09/16/2010 for a stay in August 2010
This really is a great little spot hidden away from the more hectic northern Diani beach. The atmosphere was great, so chilled out, food was excellent, and the bar sufficient. The kite surfing amenities looked good, and there were snorkels and fins lying around if you wanted to head out to the reef. The room was large, comfortable and clean, with no complaints at all. Perhaps could do better to advise on things to do for those not kitesurfing, but we were more than happy just to spend lazy days reading, looking over the beach with cocktail in hand. I would very much recommend Kenyaways!
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Bob
Regina, Saskatchewan, CanadaJust like the Kenya coast alwayss was
Left on 09/16/2010 for a stay in July 2010
Kenyaways had just what we wanted, a small local coast resort as we knew them to be, not one of those international same-all-over-the-world three star plus hotels with their swimming pools and standard cuisine. A gem indeed, but don't tell too many people, or it might get spoiled!
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Richard & Jennie
Newbury EnglandOutstanding location and service
Left on 09/09/2010 for a stay in August 2010
The appartment avoids the usual boring blandness and artificiality of international hotels and provides unique charm. The location is close enough to the ocean to give the impression of camping on the beach without any of the discomfort. All this is capped with genuine hospitality!
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Neato
NairobiPerfect Location and Great accomodations
Left on 08/02/2010 for a stay in July 2010
We stayed at Kennaways 2 nights and it was great. It's an unbeatable value and the location is prime - you wake up right on the beach! The service is great, very friendly and accomodating. Great breakfast too - We will definitely be going back.
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kengele84
Dar es SalaamSafi Sana!
Left on 08/01/2010 for a stay in March 2010
Awesome hideaway on beautiful east african white sandy beach. Warm indian ocean, chilled vibe, yummy food, great staff, get your Red Rock Shandy at the bar!
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Tim
DenverVery Friendly Service, Beautiful Location, and Best Kiteboarding
Left on 07/31/2010 for a stay in March 2010
Kenyaways Beach Bed & Breakfast is an amazing place and they make you feel at home. Diani beach is one of the most beautiful places I have ever visited. While flying from the us is a trip in its self it is definately worth it. Once you get to Kenya the value is amazing and the Kenyaways do not take advantage of their seclusion as their food is excellent and very well priced. If your looking to go kiteboarding or learn to kiteboard this is the place to do it. The wind is excellent and the beaches are huge. The kiteboarding staff here is amazing and a ton of fun. I recommmend staying for 2 week if you can and also ask Linzi to connect you with a Safari guide. We did a 3 night Safari and with was spectacular. For me the 3 night 4 day Safari was perfect amount of time and highly recommend it. Also this is a very safe location and you will meet a ton of Europeans which are very friendly and a great time. When staying at Kenyaways you feel like your hanging out with a bunch of friends at a beach house, but if you want your alone time you can have that as well.
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Chloe Johnson
York, UK.A wonderful stay at a beautiful place!
Left on 07/22/2010 for a stay in July 2010
Kenyaways was located in a fantastic spot, the rooms were very comfy and overall the place was fantastic with great decor! All the staff were very friendly and helpful and we felt very at ease. The option to do kitesurfing etc was also very nice.The food was excellent and well priced! The atmosphere was relaxed and very pleasant and I would love to go back again, thank you!
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Bertie
LondonWish I was still there
Left on 07/22/2010 for a stay in April 2010
Kenyaways is brilliantly simple, so hospitable and very relaxing place to stay. The beach is great and couldn't really be any closer. Makes living in England all the worse
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Nat_CO
Denver, CO, USAPristine beaches, kite-surfer's dream, excellent service
Left on 07/22/2010 for a stay in April 2010
Kenyaways B&B; is ideally located right on the beach away from hotels and big crowds, which is perfect for relaxing strolls on the beach, kite surfing, and other water activities. Safari tours can be easily arranged as well. This place is well suited for a family vacation as well as adventure seekers. The service is excellent, food is reasonably priced and very good, and for a small fee you can have your kites ready to go before you even roll out of bed. Diani Beach is a pristine destination and I cannot wait to go back. My only complain was lack of air conditioning.
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Mhov
baie-comeauAmazing :)
Left on 07/21/2010 for a stay in March 2010
Amazing service, food, location. Only good words for them.
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Heather
Dublin IrelandIt was a perfect place to relax and enjoy the Kenya coast.
Left on 07/21/2010 for a stay in April 2010
Kenyaways was recommended by a friend and we were not disappointed. We loved the location especially the unspoilt nature of the coastline where Kenyaways was situated. The beach was gorgeous and I enjoyed the snorkelling trips to the reef enormously. Everything we asked for was no trouble. The staff are well trained and the food absolutely delicious. I would love to go back!
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maria
bogotavery confortable and homely stay
Left on 07/21/2010 for a stay in June 2010
excellent staff, everyone is very friendly. fantastic food and location
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janeirel
East MortonGreat weekend
Left on 07/21/2010 for a stay in April 2010
We had a fabulous time at Kenaways. The location is perfect and the accommodation was very child friendly. I loved the on-site restaurant which met our needs totally. I would definitely recommend Kenaways to families, couples or groups.
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Tori Knyvett
LondonLoved this place so much , I returned the year after!
Left on 07/21/2010 for a stay in April 2010
I love this place. Epic beach, so peaceful, although you can chase the noise if you like. The rooms are all unique and well decorated, the food delicious and the staff super friendly. Rate it very highly and wasnt disappointed on my 2nd trip there either. V few people on the beach and they are long and pristine. Have recommended it to several of my friends already...
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Danielle
ManchesterWonderful and peaceful experience
Left on 07/21/2010 for a stay in March 2010
I stayed at Kennaways for a few days at the end of my trip to Kenya. It was really relaxing and benefitted from being away from the larger resorts of Diani, but still fairly close to shops and banks.
Lindsay was really helpful, as were all the staff. I had a couple of massages that were also fantastic and really good value. I also had a windsurfing lesson and relaxed on the beach area. Because of the location there was rarely hassle from beach boys, and they soon left when you didn't want to buy anything. The room was spacious and benefitted from the light sea breeze. We had great sunsets and sunrises. I didn't want to leave. -
Andy H
CornwallVery relaxing, easy going and hospitable
Left on 07/21/2010 for a stay in January 2010
House staff are very professional, yet friendly and a laugh. Location is excellent, so is the home cooking. There's plenty to do and see during the day, and at night time. Kenyaways stands out from the others because it is not a big brash resort but offers home comforts, yet privacy as well.
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