BE AN AFRICAN QUEEN
This Swahili-style boutique hideaway is nestled in between a sacred forest and sugar-white dunes in a tranquil setting In Mombasa, Kenya.
Kinondo Kwetu is situated on a peaceful beachfront. Due to a high cliff separating it from the main stretch of Diani Beach, there are no beach boys or crowd to disturb the tranquilly. The surrounding holy woodland is preserved by the National Museum, which has designated the region as sacred 'kaya' territory.
The hotel is quiet and has a homey feel to it; it is family-owned and operated, and the Swedish owners live on site with their children, so service is kind and personalised.
Rooms
Rooms are spread around the shaded gardens and are each uniquely designed, but they all have a classic Swahili feel to them, with cool white-washed walls and hand-carved furnishings. The thatched cottages are perfect for couples, while the villas' layout offers more flexibility. Each villa is made up of several rooms and suites that may be booked individually or in groups; interconnected rooms and a family cottage cater to families with young children. Some rooms feature a balcony or terrace with a view of the sea.
“The rooms were lovely decorated with a beautiful African vibe. However, the only time we spent in the room was when we slept. this is a place to spend your time in its fantastic outdoors.
-Guest
Food and Dink
The daily set menu at Kinondo Kwetu concentrates on fresh fish and locally grown veggies, although the hotel is willing to go off-menu.
In addition to the restaurant, visitors can dine on the beach in a quaint wooden fishing boat, tables on the sand, or on the top of the water tower with views of the resort.
Relax and stay active
The hotel features two pools, a sauna, and a yoga deck for guests to enjoy. Yoga retreats are held throughout the year, with a focus on wellbeing. Kitesurfing and stand-up paddle boarding are among the water sports available, and there is a dive centre on site. Guests can also travel further afield to experience the sacred forest in the area.
