Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel
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Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel
Diani Beach Road, Diani Beach, Kwale, 80400, Kenya
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With a stay at Papillon Lagoon Reef in Diani Beach, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Diani Beach and Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest. This beach hotel is 31.9 mi (51.3 km) from Nyali Beach and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Galu Kinondo.Show More
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Highlights
Airport drop-off available
Delicious breakfast
Lots to do
Free parkingAmenities
Golf course
Outdoor swimming pool
Diving
Snorkeling
Massage room
Gym
Private parkingFree
Airport pick-up
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Property Description
With a stay at Papillon Lagoon Reef in Diani Beach, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Diani Beach and Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest. This beach hotel is 31.9 mi (51.3 km) from Nyali Beach and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Galu Kinondo.
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3.9/5
GoodCleanliness3.9
Amenities3.9
Location3.9
Service3.9
All 51 Reviews
Surroundings
Airport: Ukunda Airport
(5.1 km)
Airport: Moi International Airport
(45.8 km)
Landmarks: Freetyme Fishing Safaris & Water Sports
(210m)
Landmarks: Blue Luxury Wellness Center
(930m)
Landmarks: Diving The Crab - Kenya's Best Scuba Diving Centre
(940m)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
5
Double or Twin Room with Garden View
1 Double bed or 2 Single bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Towels
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7
Double Beachfront Room
1 Queen bed or 1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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7
Beach Front Suite
Bedroom 1:1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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5
Family Room
1 Double bed and 2 Single bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Towels
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Guest Reviews
3.9/5
Good
51 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness3.9
- Amenities3.9
- Location3.9
- Service3.9
Average for similar properties in Diani Beach
AI Summary
The hotel's prime beachfront location near Mombasa airport offers convenience. Guests enjoy comfortable, clean rooms and friendly staff. The breakfast with vegetarian options and poolside dining adds to the pleasant experience.
AmyLC
February 5, 2025
This is our 4th visit to Papillon. The staff are amazing here. The animation team have such energy, the water aerobics is like nothing else. Everyone is always busy working, from the gardeners to the housekeepers to the pool attendants. Joseph and Raphael on the bar were excellent as always. Abdullah the pool attendant is always on hand with towels and keeps the pool clean. The rooms are always kept super clean with fresh linen and bottled water daily. The rooms now have a fridge and kettle (but you need your own teabags etc). The food and drink is great, lots of choices. The beach is stunning with pure white sand. Love this hotel and recommend to others
Nikita Shmakov
March 15, 2025
Отель понравился. Номер стандартный, немного уже уставший. Кровать удобная. Еда была вкусная, голодными точно не останетесь. Территория отеля красивая, с отличным пляжем.
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Guest User
March 10, 2025
This is really nice hotel, Location is wonderful. Hotel staffs from reception, cleaner, restaurant, bar, pool attendant, are marvelous / helpful and well trained. Rates are better than other nearby on beach hotels. Entertainment program is good too especially Water aerobics Food variety and quality is outclassed. You can go to nearby island with 5 mins boat ride and do snorkeling. Two suggestions: a) They should add stand fan in the room b) Generator should have coverage for AC in the room as well Overall very good experience at Papillon Word of caution : Ensure if you negotiate with Private JETSKI guys (near hotel), monitor and agree time. They really tell you 15 mins but finish in 8-10 mins.
Guest User
March 8, 2025
This was our second visit and we were not disappointed. Lovely room with a balcony overlooking the gardens and pool. Pool was fabulous and very clean. It was cleaned every evening. Fan pool bat. Restaurants served a huge variety of food. Breakfast and lunch close to the pool area. Evening nearer to reception. Nothing was too much trouble.
annab183
August 28, 2024
This is a lovely place to stay right by the beautiful white sandy beach. Rooms are cool and comfortable, buffet meals have a good selection of food with plenty of veggie options, pool is clean and gorgeous surrounded by palm trees. What merits a full 5 star review are the staff - everyone is so friendly, cheerful and helpful - special shout out to Jimmy and Elvis in the restaurant - nothing was too much trouble. And hotel massage/manicure salon was brilliant - amazing prices! Thank you everyone - loved our stay.
Guest User
February 24, 2025
Just came back from a short break here. The staff are helpful and friendly. Good selection of food each day, all prepared fresh. Lovely pool and great views. Diani beach is beautiful and the water is lovely but you will be hassled by locals trying to sell you things pretty much constantly. Monkeys are very cute but mischievous, and will try to take belongings. Would definitely consider coming back as was a brilliant experience
Guest User
December 17, 2024
Service was very poor .Most staff are not friendly . Noticed gate security was very rude and . Mr. Fredrick from swimming pool bar was very professional and warm along with the rest swimming pool bar staff . rooms were not well cleaned during check in and you have to leave the door open to remove the bad odor
Guest User
December 5, 2024
Well, here goes again. !!! Review of trip no 11. It was just the same as all the others trips. Made to feel so welcome once again, by all the staff , from the top down to the new trainees. Not artificial either.!!! It was the usual case of excess of everything, food, drink and sadly , to much sun. Met a lot of old friends from every year, and some new ones from this year. The interaction with the staff is the highlight though, makes me feel very happy. I will really miss all this if I am unable to return next year. Even though it does not worry me at the time, the journey home takes a long time to get over. I am not as young as I was , and even though the spirit is willing, the body is getting weaker. !!!! Anyway, enough of that self pity, the object of this review is "praise." For the wonderful welcome, the good food, great friendship and help for me to put on some excess weight.!!!! I will try to get to, get back , but if I can,t , thank you all for 11 great holidays I have had at my " second home " ,The PAPILLON . Asante Sana. Thank you all. Mick.
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Golf course
Off-site
Outdoor swimming pool
Diving
Snorkeling
Massage room
Gym
Additional charge
Private parking
Free
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Bar
Tennis court
Table tennis room
Restaurant
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Currency exchange
Multi-function room
Children's pool
Playground
Childcare service
Additional charge
Outdoor swimming pool
Gym
Bar
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Free
Transportation
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Business Services
Wedding service
Multi-function room
Front Desk Services
Currency exchange
Tour and ticket booking service
Safe at front desk
Luggage storage
24-hour front desk
Languages Spoken
German
Food & Drink
Bar
Room service
Public Areas
No smoking in public areas
Smoking area
Garden
Health & Wellness
Table tennis room
Tennis court
Golf course
Off-site
Hair and beauty salon
Gym
Additional charge
Massage room
Diving
Snorkeling
Activities
Gaming area
Public beach
Cleaning Services
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Facilities for Children
Playground
Childcare service
Additional charge
Children's meals available
Children's pool
Safety & Security
First aid room
First aid kit
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 12:00–21:00
Check-out: 09:00–10:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
TypeContinental, Full English/Irish
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 150
With a stay at Papillon Lagoon Reef in Diani Beach, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Diani Beach and Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest. This beach hotel is 31.9 mi (51.3 km) from Nyali Beach and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Galu Kinondo.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Enjoy local and international cuisine at Baobab Restaurant Terrace, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 149 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and separate sitting areas.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Enjoy local and international cuisine at Baobab Restaurant Terrace, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 149 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and separate sitting areas.