Top 10 Hotels Near Shimba Hills National Reserve in for 2026

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A swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with palm trees and buildings in the background.

A playground with multiple slides and climbing structures.

A pathway flanked by lush greenery and a stone wall, leading to a building with a wooden door.

A two-story building with a patio area featuring lounge chairs and umbrellas.

1. Villa Mandhari- Diani Beach

20.8 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

"Superb stay from start to finish. Celine the manager was lovely. So helpful throughout my stay. The rest of the staff were great especially Millicent the chef and Alice the service staff. Always smiling and happy to help. Great food from the restaurant. The rooms are spacious and well equipped. Very good kitchen area if you want to prepare meals yourself. Huge swimming pool that was well maintained. Quiet area but only a few minutes from the beach and restaurants. Highly recommended. I'll be...

Martin

P3,639

P4,294 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

An aerial view of a resort with multiple bungalow-style accommodations, a central pool area, and a beach.

A poolside area with black lounge chairs and a wooden deck overlooking the ocean.

A modern outdoor living area with a wooden deck, a glass sliding door leading to a bedroom, wicker furniture, and a round seating area.

A building with a sign reading 'LalaGalu,' surrounded by a landscaped garden with gravel paths and various plants.

2. LalaGalu

22.2 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

Silvio

P6,445

P7,605 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A beach with palm trees and thatched umbrellas, a sandy path, and lounge chairs.

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and beach access.

A room with two wooden beds, one with a canopy, and two wooden chairs. There is a table with decorative items and a vase with flowers.

A beach resort with thatched-roof huts, palm trees, and a pool area.

3. Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa

22.3 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

CarolAnne

P13,675

P16,136 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a large house with a thatched roof.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a flat-screen TV, and a table.

A room with two beds, a sofa, a table, and a ceiling fan.

A thatched-roof building with a central courtyard, surrounded by palm trees and a paved walkway.

4. Raquel's Bliss Hotel Diani

20.8 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

Betsegaw

P1,221

P1,440 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A modern building with a glass balcony overlooking a lush landscape during sunset.

A modern building with a courtyard, a tree, and a sign that reads "Marikoka."

A rooftop lounge area with wooden loungers and a view of the sunset over a body of water.

A dining area with round tables, wooden chairs, and blue napkins.

5. Marikeka Hotel

21.2 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

Paul

P4,107

P7,269 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A stone pathway leading to a pool area surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A wooden bed with a canopy, blue and white bedding, and a tiled floor.

A hallway leading to a bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, and a tiled floor.

A modern two-story building with a swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

6. Pendo Villas Diani

21.1 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

CONOR

P2,327

P2,746 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A wooden deck with a pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A beach with thatched-roof huts, palm trees, and lounge chairs.

A spacious living room with a wooden staircase, a sofa set, and a dining area with wooden chairs.

A bed with a view of the ocean, a thatched roof, and a mosquito net.

7. Waterlovers Beach Resort

22 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

Nikolas

P22,076

P26,049 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

A two-story building with a thatched roof, large windows, and a balcony.

A hotel room with a large mirror, wooden wardrobe, and a bedside table with a lamp, flowers, and a book.

A beachside lounge area with wooden lounge chairs and a small table, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

8. Safari Beach Hotel

21.5 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

Wesley

P7,181

P8,474 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A pathway leading to a building with a thatched roof, surrounded by tropical vegetation.

A sandy playground with a colorful slide and swings.

A well-maintained garden with a thatched roof structure, manicured hedges, and a variety of tropical plants.

A restaurant with stone flooring, tables with green and pink chairs, a thatched roof, and a mural on the wall.

9. Jumbo Hilltop Lodge

13.1 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

P3,766

P4,444 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

10. The Villa Luxury Suites Hotel

22.1 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

Savy

P5,303

P6,258 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A swimming pool with a green roofed pavilion, lounge chairs, and a grassy area.

A residential property with a paved driveway, a parked SUV, and lush greenery including palm trees and various plants.

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, and a bench beside the bed.

A small, single-story building with a stone facade and a thatched roof.

11. Babylon Gardens

20.9 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

Mattias

P4,435

P5,234 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

12. Diani Campsite & Cottages

21.9 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

Carla

P2,154

P2,542 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and a row of palm trees.

A thatched-roof outdoor dining area with a view of the beach.

A clear pool with a bridge, surrounded by lush greenery and a shaded area with a pergola.

A room with a bed, two chairs, a dining table with breakfast, and a kitchen area.

13. Nomad Beach Resort

21.7 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

Carol

P17,386

P20,515 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

An aerial view of a resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a beach and ocean in the background.

A beach with palm trees, lounge chairs, and thatched umbrellas.

A beach with two lounge chairs, a thatched umbrella, and a palm tree.

A covered outdoor area with a tiled floor, wooden railings, and potted plants.

14. Diani Sea Resort

22 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

Gregory

P16,929

P19,976 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a thatched-roof building.

A pool area with blue lounge chairs and palm trees.

A room with two wooden beds, a mosquito net, and a small television.

15. Jumbo Art Sign Villa

21.1 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

Pascal

P1,915

P2,260 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern two-story building with a swimming pool in front.

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, a pink sectional sofa, and a glass-top coffee table.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a decorative wall piece.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a television, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

16. Queens Chateau Boutique Villa

22 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

Andrew

P7,979

P9,416 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A modern hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, a nightstand, and a balcony with a view.

A plate of spaghetti with a breaded meat topping and a basil leaf garnish.

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a small round table, and a potted plant.

A sign for 'The Orchard South' with a dirt road leading to a white building.

17. The Orchard 4 degrees South Resort

12.1 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

P6,462

P7,625 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a white building with balconies.

A courtyard with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a wooden bench.

A white building with arched windows and a symmetrical facade.

A beach with waves, a person standing on a rock, and a poster with a website URL.

18. Coco-De-Ville

21.6 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

Bartosz

P5,027

P5,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A beach with clear skies and calm waves.

A corridor with tiled flooring, a wooden chair, and barred windows with white trim.

A spacious room with large windows and a tiled floor.

A hallway with tiled flooring and white columns.

19. Family home

12.1 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

P1,330

P2,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

An outdoor dining area with round tables and wooden chairs, covered by a thatched roof.

A multi-story building with balconies, surrounded by a black wrought iron fence, and palm trees in the foreground.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a two-story building with balconies.

A room with four beds, each with a canopy, and a small table between them.

20. Mangro Hotel Diani Beach

20.9 km from Shimba Hills National Reserve

Omar

P1,915

P2,260 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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Compare popular hotels close to Shimba Hills National Reserve

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Villa Mandhari- Diani Beach	9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
LalaGalu	9.4 Exceptional 47 reviews	View
Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa	9.4 Exceptional 37 reviews	View
Raquel's Bliss Hotel Diani	8.6 Excellent 16 reviews	View
Marikeka Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews	View

Top Shimba Hills National Reserve Hotel Reviews

Swahili Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were all lovely, the swimming pools were great and my room was big with a beautiful view"

Nomad Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay, wish we had longer"

PrideInn Hotel Diani

10/10 Excellent

"Staff"

Leopard Beach Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing experience. Right on the beach with a lot of an options. Included adult only pool and beach."

Southern Palms Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"This is a great resort with expansive swiming pool, great food and customer care. We enjoyed our stay."

Other attractions near Shimba Hills National Reserve

Diani Beach

9.0/10 (360 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Diani Beach during your travels in Diani Beach? Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

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Colobus Conservation

You can find out about the history of Diani Beach when you stop by Colobus Conservation. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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BoraBora Wildlife Park

Enjoy an outing to BoraBora Wildlife Park during your stay in Diani Beach. Wander the beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

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Diani Snake Park

Enjoy an outing to Diani Snake Park during your stay in Diani Beach. Wander the beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

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Galu Kinondo Beach

8.6/10 (20 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Galu Kinondo Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Diani Beach. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest

8.4/10 (18 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest, a lovely green space in Diani Beach. Wander the beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

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Kongo Mosque

8.2/10 (26 reviews)

After visiting Kongo Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Diani Beach. Wander the beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shimba Hills National Reserve?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Shimba Hills National Reserve, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. Travelers like the surrounding area for its beaches.

Where is the best place to stay near Shimba Hills National Reserve?

Kwale Golden Guest House is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this guesthouse offers free breakfast and free parking. You'll find it 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Shimba Hills National Reserve. Other good choices in the area include Family home and Jumbo Hilltop Lodge.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shimba Hills National Reserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Shimba Hills National Reserve.

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Our top choices for Shimba Hills National Reserve hotels

1. Villa Mandhari- Diani Beach

2. LalaGalu

3. Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa

4. Raquel's Bliss Hotel Diani

5. Marikeka Hotel

6. Pendo Villas Diani

7. Waterlovers Beach Resort

8. Safari Beach Hotel

9. Jumbo Hilltop Lodge

10. The Villa Luxury Suites Hotel

11. Babylon Gardens

12. Diani Campsite & Cottages

13. Nomad Beach Resort

14. Diani Sea Resort

15. Jumbo Art Sign Villa

16. Queens Chateau Boutique Villa

17. The Orchard 4 degrees South Resort

18. Coco-De-Ville

19. Family home

20. Mangro Hotel Diani Beach

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Top Shimba Hills National Reserve Hotel Reviews

Swahili Beach Resort

Nomad Beach Resort

PrideInn Hotel Diani

Leopard Beach Resort & Spa

Southern Palms Beach Resort

Other attractions near Shimba Hills National Reserve

Diani Beach

Colobus Conservation

BoraBora Wildlife Park

Diani Snake Park

Galu Kinondo Beach

Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest

Kongo Mosque

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