Mwazaro Beach Lodge

Hotels
9.2 (72 reviews)
Lunga Lunga Road P.O. Box 1194 , Shimoni , KE

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent staff service
Beautiful location
Great food quality
Cons:
Noise and pool closure due to construction

Categories

Cleanliness
9.13
The resort is clean and well-organized, with an atmosphere that conveys peace and relaxation.
Service
9.6
The staff are incredibly kind, attentive, and professional, making guests feel at home.
Location
9.64
Unbeatable location with beautiful surroundings, ideal for water activities.
Room Quality
9.09
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Amenities
9.12
The lodge offers a variety of engaging activities that connect guests with local culture.
Value for Money
8.58
Good value for the quality of services provided.
Food and Beverage
9.13
Excellent food from fresh breakfast to delicious lunch and dinner at the restaurant.
Overall Experience
9.3
A perfect balance of comfort, hospitality, and genuine experiences on the Kenyan coast.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 01:42

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views

Relax by the Pool or Explore Nature
Mwazaro Beach Lodge offers an outdoor swimming pool, perfect for unwinding under the sun. For adventure seekers, hiking and canoeing are popular activities in the area, allowing guests to immerse themselves in nature.

Delightful Dining and Entertainment Options
Indulge in a culinary journey with African and international dishes at the on-site restaurant, or sip on cocktails at the bar. The hotel also features billiards for some friendly competition and entertainment.

Convenience and Comfort Combined
With free WiFi, private parking, and a paid airport shuttle service, Mwazaro Beach Lodge ensures a seamless stay for guests. Rooms with sea views, comfortable bedding, and essential amenities provide the perfect retreat by the beach.

Book now to experience the ultimate beach getaway at Mwazaro Beach Lodge!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 72 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.13
Service: 9.6
Location: 9.64
Room Quality: 9.09
Amenities: 9.12
Value for Money: 8.58
Food and Beverage: 9.13
Overall Experience: 9.3
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Iñigo • solo_traveller • nl
10
Best experience in the south coast of Kenya
Pros:

Where to start... This hotel was the final stop on our trip to the coast of Kenya, and we decided to look for a place a bit more isolated and far from Diani. Well, we made the perfect choice! Everything at Mwazaro is designed to make you feel right at home, and they definitely succeeded!
The hotel is located about an hour from Diani, close to Shimoni, with no other hotels nearby. It is difficult to describe how beautiful the scenery around the hotel is, with the beach right next to it and a huge lagoon in front. We stayed in a standard double room, and the views were breathtaking; waking with the sunrise and so close to the beach was unforgettable!
The staff is exceptionally attentive and friendly; I can honestly say that the service is the best I have ever experienced in Kenya or anywhere else. I would like to thank everyone for making our stay so comfortable and enjoyable. A special mention goes to the chef, the food was a 10/10 for both breakfast and dinner, making dining one of the highlights of each day. Having breakfast and dinner included is recommended, as there are no other easily accessible restaurants or bars nearby.
The hotel offers several excursions to choose from. We took a full-day trip that included dolphin watching, snorkeling, a fresh fish lunch, and a visit to Wasini Island. We particularly enjoyed the snorkeling in the marine national park. Notably, the hotel driver dropped us off in the morning (10 minute drive from the hotel) and picked us up at the end of the day, which we greatly appreciated.
For the rest of our stay, we mostly relaxed by the swimming pool and in the lounge, which has a billiard, a football table, and comfortable couches. Next to the pool there is a bar with food and drink options, so you can easily enjoy yourself there all day long.
To sum up, I would recommend Mwazaro to anyone wanting to relax for a few days and completely disconnect in the middle of a beautiful paradise. We are already planning our next visit!

Cons:

That we could not stay longer...

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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FS • couple • ch
9
Wir waren vollauf zufrieden.
Pros:

Die Küche ist ausgezeichnet, und sehr innovativ, visuell ansprechend, reichhaltig. Alles wird an Ort produziert, auch das Brot. Individuellen Wünschen wird entsprochen. Hauptqualität: die Ruhe und Abgeschiedenheit, Mwazaro ist definitiv ein Ort für individuelle Geniesser, abseits aller Touristenfallen. Sehr interessante Entstehungsgeschichte. Sehr verbunden mit der lokalen Community.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Ole • couple • de
10
Can 100% recommend
Pros:

Amazing location directly next to the marine park, completely exclusive as there is no other hotel around.
Extremely friendly staff that will do anything to make you feel welcome and rooms are in great condition.

Really great experience

Cons:

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2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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giuseppe • solo_traveller • it
10
Petfect place
Pros:

Everything perfect. Dirctly on a wanderful beach. Friendly staff. Excellent food. Magical place

Cons:

Room too small.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Edith • couple • de
10
Besucht unbedingt diesen magischen Ort!
Pros:

Die Lodge ist wunderschön, angenehm außerhalb der Touristenströme gelegen und ein absoluter Geheimtipp. Wir haben noch nie so aufmerksames Personal, so tolles Essen (Halbpension, jeden Abend drei Gänge) und so eine atemberaubende Location auf ein Mal erlebt. Halbpension ist eine große Empfehlung, da es wirklich keine Nachbarhotels oder angrenzende Restaurants gibt. Außerdem bekommt man hier jeden Abend frischen Fisch, wenn man will. Die Village Walks mit Hamizi sind zudem ein Muss, um den Lebensstil der Dorfbewohner in der Nähe zu erleben.
Wenn ihr Natur liebt und einen ganz besonderen Ort sucht, dann seid ihr hier richtig. Wir kommen zu 100% wieder.

Cons:

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2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Sarah Morton Rimo • solo_traveller • ke
10
Mwazaro Magic
Pros:

Absolute peace and quiet. Right on the ocean shore; wonderful, warm, welcoming staff. A great getaway to recharge - perfect 'vtamin sea'.
Beautiful sunrise, amazing food, excellent accommodation.

It's also lovely to see that the lodge has thought about sustainability, such as solar power, reverse osmosis, reclaimed materials, locally sourced food etc.

I can't wait to go back. 💕

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Sebastian • family_with_children • de
10
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Nathalie • couple • nl
10
Een waar paradijs!
Pros:

Het is een verborgen juweeltje. De bouw van de huisjes, het prachtige strand, het uitzicht.. Alles is even mooi.

Het personeel is stuk voor stuk ontzettend vriendelijk en behulpzaam. Niets is teveel gevraagd en hun vrolijkheid is aanstekelijk.

Je waant je echt even in het paradijs. Wij komen heel graag nog een keer terug!

Cons:

Alles was perfect. Het enige dat misschien handig is om te weten is dat de tweepersoonskamers qua ligging niet onder doen aan de cottages. Ze liggen namelijk pal naast elkaar. De cottages bestaan deels uit tentdoeken en beschikken enkel over een ( goede) fan, geen airco. Daardoor kan het wat warm worden ( als je daar gevoelig voor bent). Wij zijn na 1 nacht geswitcht van een cottage naar een 2- persoonskamer met airco.

Wat wel een pre is van de cottages is dat je ‘s ochtends de aapjes over het rieten dak hoort lopen.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Alex • couple • de
10
Einfach ein Traum
Pros:

Unser Aufenthalt in der Mwazaro Beach Lodge war einfach traumhaft! Von dem Moment an, als wir ankamen, wurden wir herzlich empfangen. Das Personal war unglaublich freundlich und zuvorkommend, was unseren Aufenthalt noch angenehmer gemacht hat.

Die Lage der Lodge ist atemberaubend, mit einem wunderschönen Blick auf den Strand und das Meer. Die Zimmer sind komfortabel und gut ausgestattet, sodass wir uns sofort wie zu Hause fühlten.

Besonders hervorheben möchten wir die Gastfreundschaft des gesamten Teams. Sie haben alles getan, um unseren Aufenthalt unvergesslich zu machen, und wir fühlten uns stets gut betreut.

Wir können die Mwazaro Beach Lodge nur wärmstens empfehlen und freuen uns schon auf unseren nächsten Besuch!

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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raandree • couple • de
10
A luxury place in the middle of nowhere
Pros:

We actually wanted to go to more well-known and prestigious resorts, but they were all fully booked over New Year's – who would have thought? That turned out to be our good fortune. We ended up in a much less touristy area, where we could take solitary walks on the beach, go on trips to nearby caves and villages, and simply experience a more authentic Kenya.

The staff are fantastic, everyone is friendly, but not in the way they are at the big tourist resorts, they are much more authentic. I believe and hope that these people have a good place to work.

We stayed in a small bungalow, simply beautiful, no reason to complain. The restaurant was also good and tried to fulfil all our wishes. The cuisine was mainly Italian, but they also serve traditional Kenyan dishes on request.

This place is ideal for people who want to hear the wind, the ocean and its counterpart. Music was only played in the restaurant and was turned down significantly on request. The staff are acoustically discreet and almost all the guests are too (the latter may have been just luck).

Simply a place that invites you to visit again.

Cons:

Even after a couple of weeks I don't remember anything really disturbing.

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Pritpal • extended_group • ke
9
Pros:

Very nice property on a quiet stretch of beach. Rooms were excellent. Service was great as well.

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • at
9
Paradies für Kiter und Feinschmecker
Pros:

Das Essen war ausgezeichnet, der Spot zum Kitesurfen exzellent. Das Hotel ist vor allem für Kiter geeignet, nur zum Baden gibt es sicher schönere Strände/Wasser. Das Personal ist extrem nett und zuvorkommend ohne die für Kenia typische Gier auf Tips👏🏼

Cons:

Der Preis ist zu hoch auch wenn man viel dafür bekommt. Bei uns war das Hotel leer, vermutlich deswegen. Kiteservices fehleb aktuell noch ohne Kiteworldwide Station.

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Tessa • family_with_children • nl
10
2026-01-12 • via Nuitee
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Annelie • family_with_children • se
9
Pleasent and relaxed stay with great staff
Pros:

I love the friendly staff och the beautiful environment. The food was also excellent. Special thanks to Mildred and Pashua for making the stay so pleasant. Great place to relax.

Cons:

It is a bot remote so there is not much to do. Could have had a small gym so that you could do some workouts.

2026-01-05 • via Nuitee
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Sarmad • family_with_children • dk
9
2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Karoline • family_with_children • dk
9
2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Stefan • couple • ch
10
2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Miguela • couple • pt
10
Outstanding
Pros:

Os funcionários

Cons:

Gostei de tudo

2025-12-30 • via Nuitee
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Göran • couple • se
9
2025-12-25 • via Nuitee
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bosire • solo_traveller • ke
9
I enjoyed my stay and will recommend the lodge to any potential client. I’ll love to come back
Pros:

I liked the ambience and quiet environment. The staff were also friendly and approachable.

Cons:

None

2025-12-16 • via Nuitee