Set on Diani Beach, Papillon Lagoon Reef features an outdoor pool, beach bar and restaurant terrace all overlooking the Indian Ocean. Decorated in a traditional Swahili style, it offers diving, a fitness centre and tennis. Each air-conditioned room has either a balcony or patio with views of the gardens or ocean. All have a private bathroom with hairdryer and some include a satellite TV. Baobab buffet restaurant serves Kenyan and international cuisine under a thatched roof. Poolside Bistro Restaurant provides breakfast and lunch, including grilled dishes. There is a swim-up pool bar and drinks can be served to the room. Massages, a games room and table tennis are available and there is evening entertainment. Children can use the indoor play area. Deep sea fishing is also on offer. Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel is a 10-minute drive from Diani’s shops. Mombasa is 38 km away and Mombasa Airport is around 1 hour 15 minutes by car.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.2
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Yolina
    Bulgaria Bulgaria
    This resort is like a paradise - big, green, beautiful, well maintained. The staff is extremely polite and the food is gorgeous. And has a wonderful big pool. Rooms are spacious, cozy and clean. The animation is really fun. Monkeys are perky and...
  • Alicja
    Poland Poland
    Amazing location right at the beach. Good variety of food with lots of vegetarian options. Clean rooms and common spaces. The pool is large and clean with a pool bar. All the staff is very polite and friendly and they made us a lovely surprise for...
  • Krzysztof
    Germany Germany
    The pool, beach access, security, closeness to the airport

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Fitness centre
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Aerobics
  • Live music/performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Children's playground
  • Games room
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
Media & Technology
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
Wired internet is available in the business centre and charges are applicable.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Babysitting/child services
      Additional charge
    Cleaning services
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Safety deposit box
      Additional charge
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Mosquito net
    • Wake-up service
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Barber/beauty shop
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Outdoor swimming pool
      Wellness
      • Kids' pool
      • Fitness
      • Hair styling
      • Hair cut
      • Hair treatments
      • Beauty Services
      • Sun umbrellas
      • Sun loungers or beach chairs
      • Massage
        Additional charge
      • Fitness centre
        Additional charge
      Languages spoken
      • German
      • English

      House rules
      Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

      Check-in
      From 12:00 م to 9:00 م
      Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
      Check-out
      From 9:00 ص to 10:00 ص
      Cancellation/ prepayment
      Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
      Children and beds

      Child policies

      Children of any age are welcome.

      To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

      Cot and extra bed policies

      0 - 2 years
      Cot upon request
      Free

      The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

      There are no extra beds available at this property.

      All cots are subject to availability.

      No age restriction
      There is no age requirement for check-in
      Pets
      Pets are not allowed.
      Accepted payment methods
      VisaMastercardCash

      The fine print
      Need-to-know information for guests at this property

      You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. The name on the credit card must match the name of one of the guests.

      If the credit card is declined or invalid, or if a booking is made for arrival the following day or weekend arrivals, you may be asked to pay upon check-in.

      Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

      Guests are requested to dress smart casual for dinner,long trousers and shoes.

      Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

      FAQs about Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel

      • Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

        • Fitness centre
        • Massage
        • Children's playground
        • Games room
        • Snorkelling
        • Diving
        • Table tennis
        • Tennis court
        • Darts
        • Golf course (within 3 km)
        • Beachfront
        • Beauty Services
        • Aerobics
        • Tennis equipment
        • Themed dinner nights
        • Entertainment staff
        • Swimming Pool
        • Hair cut
        • Tour or class about local culture
        • Fitness
        • Live music/performance
        • Hair treatments
        • Beach
        • Hair styling

      • Yes, Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

      • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

      • Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel is 0.9 miles from the centre of Diani Beach. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • The prices at Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

      • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Check-in at Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

      • Room options at Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel include:

        • Twin/Double
        • Family
        • Double