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Papillon Lagoon Reef

3.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Exterior
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Lobby
Double Room, Beachfront | Beach/ocean view

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Diani Beach Road, Diani Beach, Kwale County
  • Place, Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Galu Kinondo Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Diani Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Double or Twin Room, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room, Garden View

Family Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room, Beachfront

Double Room, Beachfront

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Beachfront Suite

Beachfront Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Papillon Lagoon Reef

At Papillon Lagoon Reef, spend the day on the beach where you can enjoy scuba diving. Then return for a meal at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants.
Papillon Lagoon Reef offers 149 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available.
During your stay at Papillon Lagoon Reef, you're just a quick walk from Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and 2 restaurants are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy local and international cuisine while dining at Baobab Restaurant Terrace
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym and a playground
  • 8 minutes by foot from Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest and a 3-minute drive from BoraBora Wildlife Park
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
Some rates at Papillon Lagoon Reef are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Papillon Lagoon Reef offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, an arcade/game room, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Papillon Lagoon Reef. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Diani Beach hotel.

Baobab Restaurant Terrace - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Poolside Bistro - This bistro specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Open daily.
Pool Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.
Lagoon Lounge - Onsite lobby lounge. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Papillon Lagoon Reef are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All buffet meals and snacks included

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities
Onsite live performances

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Baobab Restaurant Terrace
  • Lagoon Lounge
  • Pool Bar
  • Poolside Bistro

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat and shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property enforces a smart-casual dress code at the restaurant in the evenings. Collared shirts and closed shoes are required for men.

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from May 4 2026 to May 31 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property is closed between May 6 and June 15.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: KES 6426.16 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: KES 6426 (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
To get to the property, guests need to transfer by boat and shuttle. Transfers need to be confirmed by contacting the property at least 48 hours before travel at the number on the booking confirmation. Papillon Lagoon Reef offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
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If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel
Papillon Lagoon Reef Diani Beach
Papillon Lagoon Reef All Inclusive
Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel Diani Beach

Papillon Lagoon Reef Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 40 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

VANESSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel- by the beach, plenty of sun chairs and good food
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leilah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was so exceptional so clean, welcomg staff, amazing food and great drinks
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nishit

Liked: Cleanliness
Very friendly and felt relaxed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, respective kitchen, entertainment team, and cleaning staff. We used the gym and it was good. Pool needed regular cleaning.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tomson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach location is amazing. The only challenge is getting to and and from Moi International Airport as it is a bit far and sets you back around 60 US dollars one-way.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

osman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
"Yes, the room was spotless. Housekeepers Clinton and Mohamed were very polite and provided excellent customer service. They cleaned our room and offered outstanding service."
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jaden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Yannick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dining options is low Some receptionist not friendly: it looks like you force them to respond when you ask a question or you only get partial response/information
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very old and dated hotel. Food very bland and always the same. Pool extremely dirty.Very expensive for what you get. There are much better options in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great room and friendly staff Food average, same, repetitive Drinks poor…bad cups, never cold, no carbonation…really need to be “ on tap” not from warm bottles Pool water never clear…not balanced
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

All inclusive beach hotel

The food was better than expected, nice pool with no loud music. Right by the beach in the south end. Staff helpful and Even gave us a WiFi booster. Unfortunately it didn’t help so only WiFi in lobby. Monkeys steal your stuff. But good value for money.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t stay anywhere else!

Our recent stay here was beyond what we expected! Every single member of the staff as outstanding from the manager Anthony who assisted our needs. Frederick in reception that helped us book our train/flights. Fredrick and Mary at the cash bar who make the most incredible pina coladas. Sarah and her daily massages. Henry, Raphael, Albert and Victor. The rooms were very comfortable, clean and we enjoyed the monkey, baboon visitors each day. The atmosphere here is calm, clean and relaxing. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness
The property and rooms are great. The day to day staff was friendly and always willing to help. The front desk and reservations staff were difficult to deal with. They were very slow on responses to issues. We were often told accommodations are not possible, asked to wait long periods or come back when trying to address issues. We later found out it is their tactic to get you to pay more or tip them to get the help that should come with good service. The restaurant manager Elijah and staff member Kendi had outstanding customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sameer

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

OK Experience

I booked a Beachfront Suite which was nice (but first they tried to put me in a regular room). My friends had rooms booked - no A/C, No TV, Damp smell. Service was overall good, some staff were friendly and nice, some were straight up rude & propositioning “friendly” times after entertainment to my female friends. It’s on the beach, but next time will rebook another hotel that i know has a private beach & multiple pools. They have so many signs & rules, but it’s like zoo as they don’t really enforce it so it’s a mess & ruins experience. Food was ok. Not dying to return here. My suite had views of ocean & beach which was the ONLY great part.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Aniza

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not what we booked for-H

Very disappointing stay. We booked a family room with one double and two single beds but were given a room with only one double and one single. When we raised this, the reception staff were rude and dismissive, insisting it was “sufficient.” The room itself had serious issues: loud scratching noises from the ceiling at night (likely insects in the wood), staff only sprayed insecticide in the room in the middle of the night while some of us were sleeping which was unsafe and temporary. On the last day, the ceiling began leaking in the bathroom, then directly onto the bedroom and on my bed, leaving the room wet and unusable. Despite reporting it in the morning, we were not moved until 2pm, wasting most of our final day. Wi-Fi was practically non-existent outside the lobby, and staff kept repeating “someone is working on it” without resolution. Overall, poor service, some unprofessional staff members, and unacceptable room conditions made this a very stressful holiday. I would not recommend this resort.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

If you want a getaway, get away from this hotel!

This Hotel certainly has its positive points. It is beautiful, well located, and has some magical attractions, such as a huge and ancient Boabab tree on the property. That being said, although it has good bones, it suffers from poor service and lack of maintenance. Staff is not well trained. I came to my room being left wide open all day by housekeeping, even after having reported a faulty latch, which was never fixed. I found ripped paintings in rooms, sick cats on the property who are in desperate need of veterinary help. Food is bland and not diverse. Lots of flies around. Staff do not know what of the food is vegetarian and what is not. Beach is horrible. You cannot step our without 5 or 6 vendors following you. They are beyond persitant. They will in fact peer into the hotel itself and try to sell you a coconut, or a boat, or a ride, while you are at the pool. It is not restful and very invasive. If you want a beach getaway, get away from this place. The beachboys will stalk you and will follow you and will watch you. Very creepy. There is extremely loud music from the hotel itself at night. Badly mixed, and with loud base. If you want to have a good nights rest, you might want to stay elsewhere. Basic etiquette among staff is lacking. I asked for a kettle in my room, and I was told if I booked a more expensive room, I might have got one. A very unnecessary comment to make, where a simple no, would have done the job. Overall: Not even a last resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jolie piscine mais les horaires d'ouverture sont un peu justes (10h/18h) et encore parfois ce n'est pas pret a 10h (nettoyage) donc plutot 10h30/11h00. Petit dej parfait. Par contre, pour les repas du midi et soir, on a l'impression de toujours manger la même chose. Mais c'est correct!!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jens

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Zimmer waren gut.Zwar etwas in die Jahre gekommen aber völlig ausreichend. Personal war sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastisk
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

White

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hôtel. Belle deco, simple,propre,convivial. Plage magnifique et piscine.Singe sur place. Si vous les ignorés ils feront de même. Chat gris au bar de la plage. Prenez un peu de nourriture pour lui donner. Il meurt de fain. Restauration a améliorer. Bon mais répétitif. J' y retournerai si je reviens au Kenya
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Torsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aufmerksames Personal und immer saubere Zimmer
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elmar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
top freundliches personal, fruehstuecksauswahl v buffet, lage direkt am strand, kein malle tammtamm, ausspannen, massage tolles zimmer, schoener garten.. gerne und immer wieder
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Un hôtel très bien situé. Personnel très sympathique. Cadre idyllique
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Piccolo villaggio in cui non manca nulla: cibo vario, personale cortese e molto disponibile, animazione soft e non stressante, camere sempre pulite..... insomma tutto perfetto
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delphine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Séjour très agréable, lieu superbe avec piscine et mer à proximité. Services impec, je recommande +++
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023