Blue Marlin Beach Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (181 reviews)
Diani Beach Road, Diani beach , Diani Beach , ke

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Beautiful beach location
Cons:
Limited variety in menu
High prices for food and drinks

Categories

Cleanliness
8.11
Rooms were cleaned thoroughly every day.
Service
8.88
Staff was friendly and helpful, with several outstanding mentions.
Location
8.92
Perfect location with beautiful beach views.
Room Quality
8.17
Spacious and clean rooms with beautiful views.
Amenities
7.9
Good food and well-maintained facilities, but could use variety.
Value for Money
7.36
Prices for drinks and food have gone up considerably.
Food and Beverage
7.91
Freshly made food, but menu could use some variety.
Overall Experience
8.38
A magical stay overall with several positive highlights.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 05:09

Property Description

Breathtaking Ocean Views
Nestled along the Indian Ocean, Blue Marlin Beach Resort offers stunning views and a serene beachfront experience.

Tropical Paradise
Immerse yourself in the lush tropical garden adorned with swaying palm trees and take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in a variety of dining options from continental to Halal breakfasts and savor seafood, local, African, and international cuisines at the onsite restaurant.

Contact our multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk to book your stay and experience the ultimate beach getaway at Blue Marlin Beach Resort.

Important information:

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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 3 and older are allowed.
    Adults stay for US$64 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 181 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.11
Service: 8.88
Location: 8.92
Room Quality: 8.17
Amenities: 7.9
Value for Money: 7.36
Food and Beverage: 7.91
Overall Experience: 8.38
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Tasha • couple • ke
10
It's a good place to enjoy your self.
Pros:

I liked the view, customer service was good as well.

Cons:

Nothing for sure

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Nur Khaire • solo_traveller • se
10
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Agnes • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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gary • couple • ke
10
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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gary • couple • ke
10
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Dale • family_with_children • gb
6
Pleasant, but I would say overpriced
Pros:

Beach restaurant is fantastic, great position and lovely staff. Food was freshly prepared and of excellent quality.

Cons:

Rooms and general upkeep are tired. Gardens could do with a big tidy-up.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • ca
6
Bien situé, sans plus!
Pros:

Front beach, déjeuner copieux face à la mer, et grand balcon.

Cons:

Wifi médiocre, le couvre feu n'est pas respecté (bruits provenant des chambres jusqu a tard la nuit), coupure d'eau, et les responsables qui fument au restaurant, à chaque repas.

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Aliya • couple • us
9
2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Beata • family_with_children • pl
8
Błogie lenistwo w miłym , przytulnym otoczeniu.
Pros:

Hotel położony przy plaży. Nigdy nie mieliśmy piękniejszego widoku z tarasu na ocean. Śniadania smaczne . Personel pomocny i serdeczny.

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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oconnell • couple • ie
9
really enjoyable apart from above
Pros:

all of the above was fine excellent location etc

Cons:

a group of aged men arrived at the hotel and for a wedding (we were told} and then young ladies appeared for dinner and drinks etc to accompany those elders which is not acceptable in a family run hotel,

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Kidest Abebe • couple • et
8
very good location with easy access to the sea... very good quiet place.
Pros:

While the property boasts a fantastic view and easy beach access, the amenities are unfortunately lacking. Food options and general services are quite restricted—particularly the breakfast, which, despite being included in the package, offers very few choices.

Cons:

we did not like the food and the room was really old facility and some of the instruments do not function and the owner not flexible.

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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catherine • solo_traveller • ug
8
Excellent emplacement face à la mer. Calme et sérénité garantis.
Pros:

Vue sur mer avec un environnement très calme. Agréable piscine.
Très bon pdj.
Excellent dîner notamment les plats de poissons.
Beau choix de cocktails
Personnel aux petits soins.

Cons:

Chambre assez sombre. Pas de rideaux occultant pour contrer le soleil du matin.
La douche éclabousse partout, c'est dommage il manque juste un petit rideau.

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Francesca • family_with_children • ke
6
Pros:

Great location, next to Salty Squid and about 10minutes by car from the centre of Diani and main restaurants/resorts like Nomad, Ali Barbour's...etc. Very nice hotel staff, although at times we had to follow up on small requests. Simple breakfast but nice, with a wonderful view from the restaurant onto the beach. The room is simple but had all we needed (including tea, coffee, a small refrigerator...etc.) and was clean. The pool area is nice and quiet but requires more sunbeds (only 2 around the pool).

Cons:

Water from the shower/sink was salty and at time it smelt like sewage. They have a solar system but when it rained we had to request to switch on the electrical heating as the water in the shower was cold. The sunbeds with beachfront view are great but more beach umbrellas need to be set up so that the front rows can get some shade too.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Herminie • extended_group • fr
10
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Silvia • family_with_children • ch
8
Nice structure and good restaurant
Pros:

Very nice hotel with direct access to the beach and sunbeds. Good restaurant!

Cons:

The rooms are a bit humid (rainy season)

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Ronald • couple • ch
10
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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JACQUI • couple • gb
8
We would return and that is a glowing reporting itself. A great beachfront hotel and not fenced off like some of the oth
Pros:

The biggest single thing this hotel has going for it is its location; right on the beach. That is the sunbed and the restaurant. All staff were amazing.

Cons:

A little TLC such as rendering and shower heads need descaling. Not enough sunbeds to cope with the ones required on the beach and those around the pool.

Lack of guidance and ideas of things to do around the area

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Justine • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • family_with_children • gb
9
Excellent place with lovely staff
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Johanna • solo_traveller • se
10
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee