# Baobab Beach Resort > Experience a coastal retreat like no other at Baobab Beach Resort, Diani. Celebrate luxury, adventure, and tranquility, all encompassed by ancient baobab trees. - **Type:** accommodation - **Canonical URL:** https://imaraafricasafaris.com//accommodations/baobab-beach-resort - **Last updated:** 2026-07-12 ## Key facts - **Type:** Resort - **Star Rating:** 5 - **Location:** Diani Beach - **Destination:** Diani Beach - **Amenities:** Pool, Gym, Lounge, Entertainment, Garden, Bar, wifi, Free WiFi, Restaurant, Spa, Room Service, Airport Shuttle, Air Conditioning, Laundry, Safari Lounge, Gift Shop, Game Drives, Gym / Fitness Center, Library, Firepit / Boma, Nature Trail, Infinity Pool, Eco-Certified, Wheelchair Accessible, Parking ## Details ## Why Stay at Baobab Beach Resort? Baobab Beach Resort is one of the largest and best-known all-inclusive resorts on Kenya's south coast, set in lush tropical gardens studded with the ancient baobab trees that give it its name. With five-star facilities, several pools and a lively entertainment programme, it suits travellers who want a full-service beach holiday where everything is taken care of. ## Where Is Baobab Beach Resort & What Wildlife Can You See? The resort sits directly on Diani Beach, the award-winning stretch of white sand and turquoise Indian Ocean south of Mombasa. Colobus monkeys are frequent visitors to the gardens, while the offshore reef offers snorkelling and diving among tropical fish. Dhow trips, deep-sea fishing and glass-bottom boat excursions can all be arranged, and day safaris to nearby Tsavo are possible for guests who want a taste of the bush. ## Rooms & Style The property offers 323 rooms across garden and sea-view categories, most with a private balcony or terrace facing either the landscaped grounds or the ocean. Interiors are bright and coastal in feel, with double or twin beds and en-suite bathrooms, and the sheer range of room types makes it easy to match families, couples and groups to the right configuration. ## Who Is It Ideal For? - Families who want an all-inclusive resort with pools, kids' facilities and entertainment - Couples ending a safari with a relaxed beach extension - Groups of friends looking for water sports and a sociable atmosphere - First-time visitors to the Kenyan coast who prefer a large, well-established resort ## Pairs Well With A stay here is the classic finale to a bush-and-beach itinerary on [Diani Beach](/kenya/diani-beach). Combine it with big game viewing on the [10-day Kenya safari and Diani beach holiday](/safaris/10-day-kenya-safari-and-diani-beach-holiday). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Baobab Beach Resort all-inclusive? Yes, all-inclusive is one of the dining options at Baobab Beach Resort, alongside full board, half board and bed and breakfast. The resort is one of the largest and best-known all-inclusive properties on Kenya's south coast, with five-star facilities, several pools, a lively entertainment programme, poolside lunches, sundowner cocktails, kids menus, and halal, vegan and vegetarian options. ### How many rooms does Baobab Beach Resort have? Baobab Beach Resort offers 323 rooms across garden and sea-view categories, most with a private balcony or terrace facing either the landscaped grounds or the Indian Ocean. Room types include Garden Rooms, Sea View Rooms, Superior Rooms and Suites with separate lounge areas. The sheer range of configurations makes it easy to match families, couples and groups to the right room. ### How do you get to Baobab Beach Resort on Diani Beach? The fastest route is a roughly one-hour flight from Nairobi to Ukunda Airport, which is only about 5 km — a 10 to 15-minute drive — from the resort, with transfers arranged in advance. Driving from Nairobi via the Mombasa Highway and Likoni Ferry covers around 500 km and takes 6 to 8 hours. You can also take the Madaraka Express SGR train to Mombasa followed by a road transfer. ### What wildlife and marine activities are available at Baobab Beach Resort? Colobus monkeys are frequent visitors to Baobab Beach Resort's lush tropical gardens, which are studded with the ancient baobab trees that give the resort its name. Offshore, the reef offers snorkelling and diving among tropical fish, while dhow trips, deep-sea fishing and glass-bottom boat excursions can all be arranged. Day safaris to nearby Tsavo are possible for guests wanting a taste of the bush. ### Who is Baobab Beach Resort best suited for? Baobab Beach Resort suits families wanting an all-inclusive resort with pools, kids' facilities and entertainment; couples ending a safari with a relaxed beach extension; groups of friends looking for water sports and a sociable atmosphere; and first-time visitors to the Kenyan coast who prefer a large, well-established resort. It is also wheelchair accessible and eco-certified, with a spa, gym and multiple dining options. --- 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.