Soak up the ocean views at Bahari Dhow Beach Villas, where a warm welcome awaits with a free breakfast buffet and convenient airport shuttle. Unwind on the sun-kissed beach, indulge in spa treatments, or enjoy surfing/body boarding activities. With 3 outdoor pools and a playground for kids, this hotel is perfect for families.
Bahari Dhow Beach Villas is just 3.3 mi (5.2 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). After taking a dip in one of the 3 outdoor pools, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A children's pool, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace are other highlights.
At a glance
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Hotel size
23 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (4 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Supervised childcare*
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's pool
Playground
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
What to do
On the beach
Archery
Boat tours
Scuba diving
Surfing/body boarding
Surf lessons
Windsurfing
Pool table
Windsurfing nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Beach sun loungers
Beach towels
Pool loungers
Water sports equipment
Facilities
23 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Television in common areas
Mosquito nets
3 outdoor pools
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Furnished balcony/patio
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Rainfall showerhead
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
WiFi
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Shared accommodations
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 7.5 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 25 per person (one way)
Children & extra beds
Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
Policies
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Bahari Dhow Beach Villas Hotel Diani Beach
Bahari Dhow Beach Villas Hotel
Bahari Dhow Beach Villas Diani Beach
Bahari Dhow Villas Hotel
Bahari Dhow Beach Villas Hotel
Bahari Dhow Beach Villas Diani Beach
Bahari Dhow Beach Villas Hotel Diani Beach
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Bahari Dhow Beach Villas?
Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Bahari Dhow Beach Villas?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Bahari Dhow Beach Villas?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Bahari Dhow Beach Villas?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 25 per person one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bahari Dhow Beach Villas?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Bahari Dhow Beach Villas and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like windsurfing, archery, and surfing. Enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Bahari Dhow Beach Villas?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Bahari Dhow Beach Villas have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around Bahari Dhow Beach Villas like?
Bahari Dhow Beach Villas is located a short 19-minute walk from Kongo Mosque.
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Reviews
Bahari Dhow Beach Villas Reviews
7.4
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7.4
Cleanliness
7.4
Location
7.6
Staff & service
7.2
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2025
Overall a great vacation! Great location on the beach and reasonably priced. The villas were very nice with self-contained rooms. Breakfast was included and a very good buffet. Great entertainment on Sundays. Improvement areas would be the wifi, which was pretty patchy, and the hot water supply.
Philip
Philip, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 8, 2025
Great location . One pool was out of service. Room was missing fridge.
james
james, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 1, 2025
Place was quite and I enjoyed it
Cameron
Cameron, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 31, 2024
Our stay was comfortable and met all our needs
Frank
Frank, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 26, 2025
The places is perfectly located with beach and main shops.
The staff make it a 7 star! They are awesome
ROSA
ROSA, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 17, 2023
Verry good place to stay !! Nice, clean and quiet
Bernard
Bernard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2024
Quite and Convenient Villa
Staff are friendly
JOB
JOB, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2023
Amazing pools and nice beach. Excellent design with rooms sharing a big kitchen and livingroom
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2024
Very safe and convince
JOB
JOB, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 28, 2025
Toilet leaked and we didn’t have any handtowel in bathroom. We didn’t get despote we asked for it.
Beach was nice, staff was friendly and breakfast was ok.
Anna-Kaisa
Anna-Kaisa, 8-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 2, 2025
All staff were very helpful and friendly. Food in the beach bar was tasty but unfortunately they didn’t always have everything on the menu including drinks. Rooms were cleaned daily but they need to be updated. Looking quite sorry for themselves as are the pools and outside of the buildings. There needs to be blackout blinds or curtains in the bedrooms as it’s very bright early morning. Also they need to fit shower curtains as the bathroom floor gets soaking.
Claire
Claire, 5-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Jan 17, 2024
Worst Customer Service Experience
Our stay was disappointing from the moment we arrived on Dec 31st. The security at the gate would not allow our Uber to drive into the compound, even after letting them know we were checking in as guests. They asked the driver to drive through a side road, park and use the side entrance. Unbeknownst to us, this was the beach entrance and absolutely did not make sense to use for guest check in. We had to walk through the sand in our travel clothes and shoes to make it through the back entrance. Our only saving grace was a couple of security guards that helped us carry our suitcases after they heard our complaints. The explanation that we got from the Reception was that there may have been confusion as the main gate security guard assumed we were New Year’s party guests and only needed access to the beach but once we clarified that we were indeed guests, the main gate security guard was unapologetic and would not even allow our Uber through the gate a second time to pick us up. We had to walk up a hill and out of the gate to catch our Uber. To make matters worse, on one of the nights, we were dropped off at about 4am, showed the room key to a separate security guard and he let our Uber through the gate, only this time to be followed by a strange man that demanded to see our room key again to confirm we were indeed hotel guests. This whole experience definitely left us feeling targeted and discriminated against. I would never again stay here.
Doreen
Doreen, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Feb 24, 2026
Standard rooms are outdated and not clean. Breakfast absolutely terrible.
Olav
Olav, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2025
Serene environment
Job
Job, 5-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Feb 18, 2026
The beds were terrible. The beds were horrible and hurting my back. The beds have wires sticking into me and my wife’s back. These mattresses are ready for the burn pit ! Even animals should not sleep in these beds. Need to change all your mattresses to attract more clients and profits.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 13, 2025
Check your A/C and shower heads
Mohamed Rafiou
Mohamed Rafiou, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2024
Very nice, clean and quite
JOB
JOB, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2022
I love everything about here. Came with my family and seeing the excitements in their face made me happy.
Masha
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2024
Was a pleasant stay. Just wish our air worked the first night. We did get switched the 2nd night to a nicer room with air.
Tiffany
Tiffany, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Aug 11, 2025
We were to check in at 12pm. We arrived the facility at about 3pm. The rooms were still dirty at the time of arrival, they finally got cleaned at 5pm. The hot water was not functional. Staff attitude to work was horrible. They appeared less concerned to our plight and were very slow towards their duties.
John
John, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 14, 2023
Good place for the price
Good place right on the beach. The rooms are in fair shape. I would stay there again because it was affordable. The restaurant was good too but they did mess up on my last order and I was not able to get my order corrected or my money back because the restaurant closed and I was leaving that morning.
Scott
Scott, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 13, 2023
Overall ok.Recommended
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1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Sep 12, 2024
The property was a mess. Leaking in the bathroom, pillow caseses that dont fit. broken insufficient light. Rust, the list is long.Even for a budget room. The staff were kind and tried to fix everything. But it did not really work. But lovely environment.
Penina
Penina, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 4, 2023
Good experience
We stayed at Bahari Dhow for about a week and the experience was good. Looking at the other reviews I was quite surprised because the room was very clean and also the pool was maintained well. Of course some bugs could be seen, because we had the room on the first floor and after all this is the tropics... The bugs came from outside and were mainly in the toilet. We did not see bed bugs etc.
There was lots of security guards but the it was not possible to lock the windows of the room because they were a bit broken, so that would be a good thing to fix to make the security of the place better.
The breakfast was good. There was an event on sunday in the restaurant and many locals also attended, which was fun!
The garden at the villas was really pretty and well maintained! There was a gardener who climbed the palm trees to pick coconuts and that was fun to see.
Jasmiina
Jasmiina, 5-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Jan 6, 2026
Das Hotel ist in sehr schlechten Zustand. Betten sind kaputt, matratzen total ausgenutzt, Türen sind kaputt und die Toiletten sind in sehr schlechten zustand und sehr dreckig.
Der Pool ist nicht sauber, das wasser ist bräunlich, überhaupt nicht sauber.
Ich bin sehr entäuscht von diesem Hotel.
Wir kommen sicherlich nie mehr wieder.