Blue Marlin Beach Hotel

Property class: 3.5
Waterfront hotel with spa, near Diani Beach

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Located just 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from the airport, Blue Marlin Beach Hotel offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can be pampered with massages at the spa and grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a 24-hour fitness center are other highlights.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Steam room
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront

A balcony with wicker chairs and a small table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Exclusive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

A room with a bed, a bench, and a table. There is a view of the beach through large windows.

Exclusive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

A balcony with a view of the beach, palm trees, and a clear sky.

Superior Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Senior Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

A room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a painting on the wall.

Senior Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a wooden table set with a coffee pot, water bottles, glasses, and a small cake. There are three hanging pendant lights above the table.

Luxury Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Beach Road, Diani Beach, Kwale, 80401

What's nearby

  • Galu Kinondo Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Colobus Conservation - 15 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Diani Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Tiwi Beach - 22 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Nyali Beach - 58 min drive - 51.0 km

Getting around

  • Ukunda (UKA) - 18 min drive
  • Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.) - 96 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Tandoori - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Havana Bar, Diani Beach - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KAHAWA Coffee Lounge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ali Barbour's Cave Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pallet Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Blue Marlin Beach Hotel

  • Located just 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from the airport, Blue Marlin Beach Hotel offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can be pampered with massages at the spa and grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a 24-hour fitness center are other highlights.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 20 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free uncovered onsite extended parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Private dining

What to do

  • Boat tours
  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Pool loungers
  • Water sports equipment

Facilities

  • Built in 2013
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages.

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 30 per accommodation, per night

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 48.00
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 32.00 (from 3 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 60.00
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 40.00 (from 3 to 12 years old)
  • Valentine's Day (February 14) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 40.00

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 65 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of 50 percent of room rate (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

This property does not have elevators.

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Blue Marlin Beach Hotel Diani Beach

Blue Marlin Beach Diani Beach

Blue Marlin Beach Hotel Hotel

Blue Marlin Beach Hotel Diani Beach

Blue Marlin Beach Hotel Hotel Diani Beach

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Blue Marlin Beach Hotel ?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Blue Marlin Beach Hotel ?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Blue Marlin Beach Hotel ?

Yes, there's free self and extended parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Blue Marlin Beach Hotel ?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 65 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Blue Marlin Beach Hotel ?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a 50% charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Blue Marlin Beach Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as boat tours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Blue Marlin Beach Hotel also has a 24-hour fitness center and spa services, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Blue Marlin Beach Hotel ?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local and international cuisine.

What's the area around Blue Marlin Beach Hotel like?

Blue Marlin Beach Hotel is located on the waterfront in Galu Beach, a short 13-minute walk from Colobus Conservation and 8 minutes' walk from Galu Kinondo Beach.

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Reviews

Blue Marlin Beach Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

A really nice hotel, food is good, beach is beautiful room great
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10/10 Exceptional

Exceptional
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2/10 Poor

Dirty, lots of bugs we had to leave, because there were so many ants in our bed
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2/10 Poor

AC not working, not friendly
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10/10 Exceptional

Das Hotel war wirklich hervorragend. Es gab alles was man braucht. Das Personal war super freundlich und das Frühstück war eine 10 von 10. Alles in allem war der Aufenthalt mehr als perfekt.
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved the Blue Marlin

Such a clean place and very reasonable. The food at the restaurant was so delicious! The beach was beautiful! But what made our stay so great, was the staff. They were so friendly, accommodating, and helpful. We really really loved staying here
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2/10 Poor

tolles Personal, immer freundlich und hilfsbereit (im Gegensatz zum Management - gefährlich baufälliges, dringend sanierungsbedürftiges Hotel welches keinesfalls die angezeigten 4 (von 5) Punkten verdient
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8/10 Very good

Right on the beach which was great, but very few loungers that could not accomodate the large number of guests. People would put thier belongings down at 7am to make sure they had a lounger. Rooms very large and quiet but are starting to be old. Could do with some renovations. Staff very friendly, but was asked for money twice by one waitress at breakfast times. Not a great way to start the relaxing day. We booked a seaview room with a balcony and upon check in were given a room with no balcony and that had a square inch view of the ocean. Evetually we were moved to what we had booked. Perhaps, a partial seaview room option for some of the rooms, would be more honest of the hotel. Great place to kitesurf.
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8/10 Very good

Nice hotel with nice staff

Very nice place with great staff and amazing food! Only inconvenience: All sun beds get reserved every morning by kite surfers who hardly use them but block them for everyone else for the whole day. We didn't get a sun bed even once during our whole stay! Also swimming is not great because of all the kite surfers.
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8/10 Very good

Everything was great!!! Super place!!! Nothing else to say!!!
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8/10 Very good

Fijn restaurant. A la carte met voldoende keuze. Goede wijn. Kamer zo’n 30m2. Lekker bed. Fijne inloopdouche. Het team werkt rustig en vriendelijk. Aanrader voor als je een kleiner rustig hotel zoekt. Mooi gelegen direct aan strand.
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8/10 Very good

Excellent Beach
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was right on the beach with my room facing directly towards the ocean. Great, quite place to stay.
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8/10 Very good

Ruhiges und schönes Hotel direkt am Strand

Das Blue Marlin Beach Hotel ist genau das richtige Hotel, wenn man Ruhe, guten Komfort, sehr gutes Essen (zumindest das vegetarische - Fleisch haben wir nicht probiert), Sauberkeit, sehr nette und freundliche Atmosphäre direkt am wunderschönen Strand erleben möchte. Sollte es uns wieder nach Mombasa ziehen, dann gehen wir sicher wieder ins Blue Marlin Beach!!
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8/10 Very good

Nice small sized hotel right on the beach with amazing view and a lovely breeze. Large room with one double bed and a single bed fitted me and my daughters. With airconditioning and a terrace with sea view it was perfect.
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6/10 Good

Lovely location, but run down hotel

The place has a very good location, but run down!
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10/10 Exceptional

Right on the beach

This is an older hotel, but the rooms are large and clean. Good wifi and large breakfast. Great place to relax.
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect stay

Beautiful hotel, amazing professional and friendly staff. Rooms are super clean, flexible check in and out timings. Breakfast was great White beautiful sandy beach Honestly it was perfect for us Highly recommended
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8/10 Very good

Gutes Hotel, nette Angestellte und guter Preis!

Sehr schöne Anlage direkt am Meer mit Restaurant an Meer. Essen war sehr gut und immer frisch. Das beste am Hotel sind die netten Angestellten die immer freundlich und hilfsbereit sind. Auf jeden Fall weiterzuempfehlen. Mit dem Hotel haben wir auch eine Safari gebucht die sehr sehr gut war.
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8/10 Very good

Hotel piccolo ma molto confortevole e carino. Camera vista mare molto grande e con una bella vista. Servizi e cibo buoni
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8/10 Very good

ESTADÍA PLACENTERA

Estadía super placentera, la comida del restaurante es la mejor en Diani Beach. El hotel está deteriorado en referencia a las fotos que muestran, tiene sus años y se nota, pero esto pasa en muchas partes de Diani Beach y no entorpece tu estadía ya que los servicios están muy bien, internet en la playa, desayuno abundante. El agua de la ducha es salada, pero también pasa en todo el balneario. Sería bueno que el hotel te cambie a la moneda local ya que no hay ATM cerca ni cambios. La playa es un punto fuerte ya que es el aárea con la mejor playa, menos algasy menos beach boys.
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6/10 Good

Close to the beach, Friendly staff, good food

Was a very comfortable and nice room and was air conditioned. It didn't look like the pictures online and the bathrooms didn't have shower curtains and the water was salty through the faucets. The restaurant staff was very nice and made a menu for us specifically for special diets. The view from the hotel was great and it is very close to the beach which was very nice and secluded. The glass bottom boats that were there were very nice as well!
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10/10 Exceptional

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10/10 Exceptional

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10/10 Exceptional