Diani Beach Road, 80400 Diani Beach, Kenya
#16 of 73 Holiday rentals in Diani Beach
Guests' ChoiceBased on 61 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.1
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.3
Value for money
9.2
Free WiFi
8.1
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Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Radim
SlovakiaIt's Africa... You need to be prepared for insects, beetles, lizards... it belongs to the country and shouldn't be taken as a negative
Beautiful large garden. Daily cleaned pool. David is really an employee who loves his job. He takes care of the garden and pool with a smile. Betty took care of our house and of the cleanliness of the rooms on daily basis. Whatever we asked the two for something, they willingly and with a smile fulfilled it immediately. I appreciate the AC in every room, the hot water in shower and really good water pressure in the shower. The Wi-Fi worked reliably and without problems. As i had to work during my stay, i really appreciated it. The enviroment was pleasant, garden beautiful, entrance secured and guarded. The accessibility to the ocean, shops or restaurant was thanks to tuc-tuc taxi fast. A big thank you to the ownerin Rose for everything ❤️
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Luna
United KingdomThe property is in an excellent location with a pool , and lovely and well maintained garden.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Walker
United KingdomNothing at all
This is by far one of the very best accommodations I have ever stayed in,in East Africa. Superb value for money,if there is two or more people. Wonderful hosts and very helpful and friendly staff Perfectly situated,15 minutes walk from the beach,less to local supermarket and even less to the small dukas ( shops) that sell daily essentials. It's much cheaper to buy veggies and fruits from the locals and in that way you may be helping a family to get by etc. Good pool, very well equipped bedrooms of good size, plenty hanging space, comfortable beds,tv,air con etc. Powerful shower,hot water in 15 minutes,if you need but a cool shower was brilliant on a hot day. Everything you could possibly need in the galley kitchen. We self catered for the 5 nights and no issues whatever. An amazing place and I would highly recommend it.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Saara
UgandaWe were welcomed by amazing kind hosts! The cottage is so clean, beautiful and spacious! The small kitchen has everything needed if you want to cook. The garden is beautiful and the pool so pretty. Doggies are cute. The location is not far from the beach and it's peaceful. I highly recommend.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Katie
United StatesWonderful welcoming place. Pool was lovely and a beautiful yard/garden
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 1 March 2024
Alex
SwedenEverything was great!
We had an amazing stay in Dadida’s Pool Cottage. The rooms were great, and the garden and pool was amazing and relaxing. The owners and staff were wonderful. Would recommend everyone to stay here when they come to Diani!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 5 January 2024
Owoko
KenyaNothing
Friendly and helpful hosts and staff. Everything is as the pictures
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 4 December 2023
Mahugu
KenyaNothing.
Improved services and an upgraded kitchen in appliances. They have really hot shower.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 29 November 2023
Magdaline
KenyaI loved how clean and kids friendly it is . The pool and ground staff was heaven sent.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 4 August 2023
Fabian
SwitzerlandDogs hanging around on furnitures on Veranda (Balcony) Electricity Costs are not included in Price which is very weird. Location is a little remote.
Great staff working there. Pool and chill out options. Spacious. Privat and safe
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 3 August 2023
Byaruhanga
KenyaAn all around Serene place. Place is exactly as it looks in the pictures and as described. The staff are friendly and quick to respond. Loved loved the pool. Place is around 5-10 minutes to the beach and most of the restaurants are all around within a walkable 1.5 km radius
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 14 July 2023
Rie
DenmarkMy family were not so keen on the animals (two cats and two dogs), but I guess its subjective. Everything else was very positive.
Excellent value for money, private beautiful cottage with a private pool. All kept very clean, staff 24h to look after you. Yes you have to pay for electricity, but I understand why. At the low daily price you pay for the accomodation it offers both A/C in both bedrooms, hot showers, kitchen, large flat screen TV´s, which are costly -if you use all the facilities a lot. Alternatively check in to an expensive hotel (which would be the only option of you want all those facilities) and the price will be much higher. We paid around 1000 Kenyan Shilling a day for electricity and we used a lot.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 16 June 2023
Michelle
New ZealandNot being able to enter property without contacting some one.
Excellent location. Self catering
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 15 February 2023
Belinda
Kenyathe environment , the rooms and the host
the owner of the property is the nicest person I have ever met , kind and humble
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 12 February 2023
Darrellbraganza
KenyaGood location, close to the airport, close to the beach. The hosts a d caretaker were always there for anything. Even when there was a small issue, it was sorted immediately. Definitely recommend
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 5 February 2023
Fatosh
GreeceNothing actually
Staff is friendly and kind, interested in our needs. It was 2 bedroom cottage but we were the only guests there and it was like we had a private beautiful big garden and swimming pool Enough kitchen facilities, comfortable bed and pillows, big enough room, AC works well good mosquito net around the bed. 10 minutes walking to the beach, 5-6 minutes to the shops. Security at the garden. . Also a lot of thanks to Rose and her husband for their warm hospitality and arranging our train ticket from Mombasa to Nairobi.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 1 February 2023
Jonathan
ThailandProximity to the airport, lovely and accommodating hosts; superb communicators
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 3 December 2022
Mahugu
KenyaNothing really, just include big mugs for them teas and coffees.
The host is great, very responsive to our concerns. Answers questions with conclusive solutions, in time. The rooms have lovely interior spaces. Great compound with a suitable pool, very clean, to accommodate all family members, including infants. Quite generous. Toys for kids were provided. The host has provided supplementary things, such as the hammock and the swinging bed. The cottage is very close to the beach, approximately 400m away. It was the best place to be.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 7 November 2022
Edith
KenyaThe privacy at Dadida's - we had the entire compound and swimming pool by ourselves. The ambiance, the swing bed and chilling spot next to the pool where we enjoyed our drinks and played games, the cute playful dogs that welcomed us to the property, the dawn chorus was quite fascinating, the well maintained rooms and wonderful staff. The property is a walking distance to the beach. Paul was always available to open the gate for us, he brought Madafu whenever we needed some. Caro who made sure our house was well maintained. The staff became family to us, they were so kind and helpful. Not sure of what to do when in Diani? Worry not, Rose the host is very resourceful.She is an amazing host who kept in touch to be sure we are comfortable. She plugged us with places to visit and what to do in Diani - this made us have a smooth fun filled trip. Trust me, her recommendations are top notch. You'll have an amazing experience in the places she recommends. Peaceful, private and personal is how I would define Dadida's. A 10! If you are looking for a sign to book your stay with Dadida's, this is it! I highly recommend Dadida's to other guests.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 30 October 2022
Irene
KenyaEverything was excellent..loved my stay.. would do it again.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 26 October 2022
Berlin
KenyaThe towels need to be replaced and also guests should be changed towels daily
It was a fantastic stay...The ambience was on point and the staff were amazing The place was beautiful
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 9 October 2022
Callan
United KingdomUnfortunately, having to leave was the only thing we didn’t like about the property.
The seclusion, the privacy, the security, the staff, the ALL of it.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 28 September 2022
Benjamin
KenyaChange of bedsheets and towels should be at least after 2days. Sort the electricity problem
Location is dope!
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 26 September 2022
Yves
SwitzerlandInvest in Green Energy ! Solar water heater instead of conventional one Photovoltaic for lights and booster pump Then it will be perfect !
Second time for me, as good as first time Cool, calm, collected place A pool just for you Pool maintenance very professional
Stayed in September 2022
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