By the ocean, Swahili House offers a tranquil retreat with 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Relax in the garden or on the terrace while staying connected with in-room WiFi.
Diani - Chale Marine National Park and Reserve - 1 min walk
Tiwi Beach - 16 min walk
Kongo Mosque - 20 min drive
Diani Beach - 32 min drive
Nyali Beach - 36 min drive
Getting around
Ukunda (UKA) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
Havana Bar, Diani Beach - 18 min drive
Coast Dishes - 15 min drive
Tandoori - 18 min drive
Java House - 15 min drive
Manyatta Resort - 20 min drive
About this property
Swahili House
Guest house by the ocean
At Swahili House, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
3 outdoor pools and a children's pool
Free self-parking
Barbecues and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Swahili House offer thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate dining areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Free infant beds and free extra beds
Bathrooms with bidets and shower/bath combinations
Separate dining areas, kitchenettes and fridges
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Things to do
3 outdoor pools
Children's pool
Family friendly
3 outdoor pools
Children's pool
Free cot
Free rollaway/extra bed
In-room kitchenette
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Living room
Separate bedroom
Separate in-room dining area
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
On the beach
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Room amenities
Bedroom
Free cot
Free rollaway/extra bed
Bathroom
Bidet
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchenette
Oven
Refrigerator
Separate dining area
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Living room
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at noon
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds!
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
Swahili House Tiwi
Swahili House
Swahili Tiwi
Swahili House Guesthouse Tiwi
Swahili House Guesthouse
Swahili House Tiwi
Swahili House Guesthouse
Swahili House Guesthouse Tiwi
Frequently asked questions
Does Swahili House have a pool?
Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Swahili House?
As of 16 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swahili House on 17 Feb 2025 start from AU$204.66, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Swahili House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Swahili House?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Swahili House?
Check-in begins at noon.
What time is check-out at Swahili House?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is Swahili House located?
Nestled on the beach, this Tiwi guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Diani - Chale Marine National Park and Reserve and Tiwi Beach. Diani Beach and Mombasa Marine National Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Swahili House Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 4 reviews
4 - Poor
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2 - Terrible
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Troy
Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
The Penthouse is a blissful experience and if you need anything Gilbert will ensure your get it. We asked if he could get us snapper and vegetables for dinner and he organised for it to be delivered and grilled for us by an onsite chief. It was delicious 10/10 and we could continue our holiday without worrying about food. Swahili house is everything we were looking for, Diani beach experience but more peacful without the crowds. Thanks Gilbert
Troy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Beth S.
20 Mar 2019
Overall a very enjoyable stay; very close to the beach and a nice pool
Really enjoyed our time in this house! The cooks were fantastic, service was great and the overall experience made for a great week of vacation.
There were some repairs/upkeep pieces that would be helpful but overall nothing major.
The only reason we didn't give it 5 stars is the marketing is a bit misleading. It says that 12 people can fit in what we paid/booked. It shows pictures for ALL the properties on VRBO but you are only renting a portion which is not only unclear but misleading and misrepresenting. We were expecting more rooms, a better pool and overall more space that didn't actually happen because the pictures aren't associated with the specific property we booked.
We booked for 12 people and there were only 7 bed spaces. They did accommodate us somewhat by bring in pool loungers for our kids to sleep on and arranged mosquito nets. So while were accommodated, it was a bit disappointing because we were led to believe that we were booking something different than what we received.
Overall we would book again with the right knowledge and proper clarification on what is actually included.