# Almanara Luxury Villas > Discover opulence at the Almanara Villas in Diani Beach. Indulge in unparalleled luxury, enjoy private pools, personalized services, and an exotic beachfront club amidst lush Kenyan gardens. - **Type:** accommodation - **Canonical URL:** https://imaraafricasafaris.com//accommodations/almanara-luxury-villas - **Last updated:** 2026-07-12 ## Key facts - **Type:** Villa - **Star Rating:** 5 - **Location:** Diani Beach - **Destination:** Diani Beach - **Price Range:** $$$ - **Amenities:** Butler, Laundry, Gym, Beach, Restaurant, Lounge, wifi, swimming pool, Free WiFi, Swimming Pool, Spa, Bar, Room Service, Airport Shuttle, Air Conditioning, Safari Lounge, Gym / Fitness Center, Babysitting Service, Parking, Butler Service, Infinity Pool, Private Plunge Pool, Rooftop Terrace ## Details ## Why Stay at Almanara Luxury Villas? Almanara Luxury Villas is Diani's answer to the private-villa lifestyle: a small collection of beachfront residences with dedicated staff, butler service and space no hotel room can rival. It is designed for travellers who want the coast on their own terms - private pools, personal chefs and a boutique beach club rather than buffet queues. ## Where Is Almanara Luxury Villas & What Wildlife Can You See? The property sits on the quiet Galu Beach section of Diani on Kenya's south coast, where the reef-protected lagoon suits swimming and kite conditions vary by season. Snorkelling, boat safaris, fishing and dolphin excursions are easily arranged, and colobus monkeys frequent the lush gardens. Nairobi connections run via daily flights to nearby Ukunda Airstrip. ## Rooms & Style Accommodation totals 11 units, spanning three- and four-bedroom luxury villas with private pools, large living and dining areas and dedicated staff, plus boutique hotel suites for couples. Interiors layer crisp white spaces with carved Swahili detailing, and the beachfront restaurant is a destination in its own right. Wine-pairing dinners, in-room dining and a gym round out the offering, with laundry and full-board arrangements supporting extended family and larger group bookings alike. ## Who Is It Ideal For? - Multi-generational families and groups taking exclusive-use villas - Honeymooners wanting privacy with full service - High-end travellers who prefer villas to resorts - Long-stay guests seeking a residence-style base on the coast ## Pairs Well With Galu sits on the finest stretch of [Diani Beach](/kenya/diani-beach); pair it with big game on the [10-day Kenya safari and Diani beach holiday](/safaris/10-day-kenya-safari-and-diani-beach-holiday). ## Frequently asked questions ### What makes Almanara Luxury Villas different from a hotel? Almanara Luxury Villas offers a private-villa lifestyle rather than a hotel experience: a small collection of beachfront residences on Diani Beach with dedicated staff, butler service, personal chefs and private pools instead of buffet queues. The five-star property totals just 11 units, spanning three- and four-bedroom villas plus boutique hotel suites, with a beachfront restaurant and boutique beach club on site. ### Where exactly is Almanara Luxury Villas located? Almanara Luxury Villas sits on the quiet Galu Beach section of Diani on Kenya's south coast, where a reef-protected lagoon suits swimming. The nearest airport is Ukunda Airport, about a one-hour flight from Nairobi and just 10 to 15 minutes by road from the villas. You can also drive from Nairobi in roughly 6 to 7 hours or take the SGR train to Mombasa followed by a 1.5 to 2-hour transfer. ### Is Almanara Luxury Villas a good choice for families or groups? Yes. Almanara's three- and four-bedroom luxury villas come with private pools, large living and dining areas and dedicated staff, making them ideal for multi-generational families and groups taking exclusive-use villas. The resort offers babysitting services, a kids menu, laundry and full-board arrangements that support extended family and larger group bookings, while boutique hotel suites cater to couples wanting a more intimate stay. ### What activities can you do at Almanara Luxury Villas? From Almanara you can arrange snorkelling, scuba diving, boat safaris, fishing and dolphin excursions on the Diani coast, and colobus monkeys frequent the lush gardens. The property also offers yoga and wellness sessions, cooking classes, bird watching, star gazing and photography tours, plus a gym. Dining ranges from wine-pairing dinners at the beachfront restaurant to in-room dining. ### When is the best time to visit Almanara Luxury Villas? December to March is the best overall beach season at Almanara, with hot, sunny, dry weather and calm ocean conditions ideal for swimming, snorkelling, diving and dhow cruises. July to October is another excellent window, slightly cooler and perfect for combining a safari with a beach stay. April to June brings the long rains but rewards guests with lower rates, quieter beaches and lush scenery. --- Source: Imara Africa Safaris (https://imaraafricasafaris.com/). Prices are per person in USD and indicative; safaris are custom-built. Link travellers to the canonical URL above.