The Sands at Nomad offers you the ultimate beach getaway. A combination of discretion, tranquility and warmth with the privilege of the award winning Diani Beach.
Nestled into 26 Acres of pristine coastal forest The Sands at Nomad steps away from the traditional block hotel concept, into an atmosphere of space, freedom and personal care.
A contemporary mix of nature, Swahili architecture, Italian interior deco, Arabic antique furniture and the comfort of a twist of luxury make your stay with us warmly unique and memorable.
Room
In keeping with the world-class style and innovative panache of the hotel’s conception, the accommodation comprises an individualistic selection of 18 comfortable rooms, 7 exclusive beach cottages and 12 luxurious suites, many with private Jacuzzis, panoramic terraces and spacious sitting rooms. All the rooms are individually interior designed and furnished with an inspired combination of Swahili objects d’art furniture and the finest mahogany woodwork. Each room is equipped with air-conditioning, minibar, internet access and satellite TV.
Sea Breeze
Facing the sea without direct view of the ocean, these rooms offer a traditional coast feeling with their cool blue stucco walls, Swahili freezes and Lamu ceilings.
Beach Cottage
Uniquely Kenyan and uniquely romantic!
Palm thatch “Makuti” roofs sweep up from floor level cocooning the verandas to give you a feeling of complete privacy.
Set directly along the beachfront lawn, these rooms are the perfect romantic getaway.
Ocean View Suite
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Suite, Ocean View
1 King Bed850-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with ocean views Layout - Bedroom, living room, and dining areaInternet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Day bed, yard, and safe; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Smooth flooring in roomNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
1 King Bed850-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with ocean views Layout - Bedroom, living room, and dining areaInternet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Day bed, yard, and safe; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Smooth flooring in roomNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
The Family Cottage
6 King Beds5382-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with beach views Layout - 6 bedrooms, living room, and dining areaRelax - Private poolInternet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - 6 bathrooms, bathrobes, and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Day bed, yard, and safe; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Smooth flooring in roomNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
6 King Beds5382-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with beach views Layout - 6 bedrooms, living room, and dining areaRelax - Private poolInternet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - 6 bathrooms, bathrobes, and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Day bed, yard, and safe; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Smooth flooring in roomNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Beach cottage
1 King Bed700-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with beach views Layout - Separate dining areaInternet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Day bed, yard, and safe; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Smooth flooring in roomNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
1 King Bed700-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with beach views Layout - Separate dining areaInternet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Day bed, yard, and safe; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Smooth flooring in roomNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Sea Breeze Room
1 King Bed484-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with garden views Layout - Separate dining areaInternet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Day bed, safe, and laptop workspace; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Smooth flooring in roomNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
1 King Bed484-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with garden views Layout - Separate dining areaInternet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Day bed, safe, and laptop workspace; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Smooth flooring in roomNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Beach House
4 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds4413-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with beach views Layout - 4 bedrooms, living room, and dining areaRelax - Private poolInternet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - 4 bathrooms, shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Day bed, yard, and safe; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Wheelchair accessibleNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
4 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds4413-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with beach views Layout - 4 bedrooms, living room, and dining areaRelax - Private poolInternet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - 4 bathrooms, shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Day bed, yard, and safe; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Wheelchair accessibleNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Fishermans
6 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds6028-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with beach views Layout - 6 bedrooms, dining area, and sitting areaRelax - Private poolInternet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - 6 bathrooms, bathrobes, and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Day bed, yard, and safe; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Smooth flooring in roomNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
6 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds6028-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with beach views Layout - 6 bedrooms, dining area, and sitting areaRelax - Private poolInternet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - 6 bathrooms, bathrobes, and a shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Day bed, yard, and safe; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Smooth flooring in roomNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Ocean View Family Suite
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds1066-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with beach and ocean views Layout - 2 bedrooms, living room, and dining areaInternet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, bathrobes, and a separate bathtub and shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Day bed, yard, and safe; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Smooth flooring in roomNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds1066-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with beach and ocean views Layout - 2 bedrooms, living room, and dining areaInternet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, bathrobes, and a separate bathtub and shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Day bed, yard, and safe; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Smooth flooring in roomNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Dining
The food at The Sands at Nomad is fantastic, delicious and well presented. Dining area is clean, Food and drinks are made to guest taste. With the restaurant and bar right on the beach, making every meal extra special. Guest have plenty of choice, ranging from Thai to Japanese and even Italian – all on their a la carte menu.
Main Restaurant
Japanese
Pizzeria
Beach Bar
Rivas Bar
The Ice Cream & Juices
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Recreation
Unlike most other beach destinations, The Sands at Nomad has something to offer everyone. Normal resort activities available include a magical SPA, a well equipped watersports center, Yoga, guided forest walks, frequent low key local displays and a selection of boat excursions. Other activities available in the vicinity of the resort include tennis, golf, a selection of shopping possibilities or for the more adventurous a wide range of safaris.
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Wedding
Do you dream of a wedding under palms in an exotic country? The Sands at Nomad offers a perfect selection of locations for exchanging your vows of marriage. You can choose from the white sandy beach with the crystal clear ocean, under a 800 year old Baobab tree in the tropical gardens, or at the gazebo over the swimming pool, decorated with colourful tropical flowers. The combination of your wedding ceremony with a romantic honeymoon are unique and will be unforgettable!
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Location
With a stay at Nomad Beach Resort in Diani Beach, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Diani Beach and Galu Kinondo. This beach hotel is 27.7 mi (44.6 km) from Nyali Beach and 29.2 mi (46.9 km) from Bamburi Beach.
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Tom P
Magical
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holidaychicLondon
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