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Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel

Diani Beach, Diani, 80400 Diani Beach, Kenya – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.2/10! (score from 544 reviews)

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8.1
Very Good
544 reviews

The room is so nice and very comfortable. The food is well served. I loved the disco time.

Kwamboka Kenya

Everything was good, but variety of food before was better. It was my the third staying in Pappilon

Ruslan Kenya

Fantastic stay with excellent beach access, a large pool, bar areas for adults, and great food (even as a vegetarian, although it could always be better).

Nadine Denmark

Quite an interesting place to visit specially with family / loved ones

Kidus Ethiopia

The beach was clean and so white. The fun activities- beach volleyball, and badminton were great, especially the staff who came around asking for people to join.

Syrus Kenya

Hotel is right on the ocean. the food was always good, staff friendly and professional.

Ejiro Kenya

On the beach which is excellent Neither of the food services disappointed excellent service by all the staff

Charles Vietnam

The breakfast was delicious, the hotel is not far from the airport and local facilities

Valery Democratic Republic of the Congo

First we were received so well at the reception, guided on the regulations of the hotel and guided to our rooms. The rooms are super clean, the grounds and pool are too. The food was excellent all the time big up to the team serving and waiters moving around to clear and ask if everything is okay. It's worth the experience, wish we had more time to stay over.

Mitchelle Kenya

Staff was very friendly Location was perfect Nearby snorkeling on the sandbar Comfortable beds Pretty property

Jennifer United States of America
8.1
Very Good
544 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The room is so nice and very comfortable. The food is well served. I loved the disco time.”
    Kwamboka Kwamboka Kenya Kenya
  • “Everything was good, but variety of food before was better. It was my the third staying in Pappilon”
    Ruslan Ruslan Kenya Kenya
  • “Fantastic stay with excellent beach access, a large pool, bar areas for adults, and great food (even as a vegetarian, although it could always be better).”
    Nadine Nadine Denmark Denmark
  • “Quite an interesting place to visit specially with family / loved ones”
    Kidus Kidus Ethiopia Ethiopia
  • “The beach was clean and so white. The fun activities- beach volleyball, and badminton were great, especially the staff who came around asking for people to join.”
    Syrus Syrus Kenya Kenya
  • “Hotel is right on the ocean. the food was always good, staff friendly and professional.”
    Ejiro Ejiro Kenya Kenya
  • “On the beach which is excellent Neither of the food services disappointed excellent service by all the staff”
    Charles Charles Vietnam Vietnam
  • “The breakfast was delicious, the hotel is not far from the airport and local facilities”
    Valery Valery Democratic Republic of the Congo Democratic Republic of the Congo
  • “First we were received so well at the reception, guided on the regulations of the hotel and guided to our rooms. The rooms are super clean, the grounds and pool are too.”
    Mitchelle Mitchelle Kenya Kenya
  • “Staff was very friendly Location was perfect Nearby snorkeling on the sandbar Comfortable beds Pretty property”
    Jennifer Jennifer United States of America United States of America

Categories:

  • Staff9.0
  • Facilities8.3
  • Cleanliness8.6
  • Comfort8.6
  • Value for money8.4
  • Location9.2

Set on Diani Beach, Papillon Lagoon Reef features an outdoor pool, beach bar and restaurant terrace all overlooking the Indian Ocean. Decorated in traditional Swahili style, it offers diving, a fitness center and tennis.

Each air-conditioned room has either a balcony or patio with views of the gardens or ocean. All have a private bathroom with hairdryer and some include a satellite TV.

Baobab buffet restaurant serves Kenyan and international cuisine under a thatched roof. Poolside Bistro Restaurant provides breakfast and lunch, including grilled dishes. There is a swim-up pool bar and drinks can be served to the room.

Massages, a game room and ping-pong are available and there is evening entertainment. Children can use the indoor play area. Deep sea fishing is also available.

Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel is a 10 minute drive from Diani’s shops. Mombasa is 24 miles away and Mombasa Airport is around 1 hour 15 minutes away by car.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jun 20, 2012

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Most popular amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Beachfront
Family rooms
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Bar

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Room Type
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1 twin bed
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1 full bed
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
1 full bed
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Closest beaches

  • Diani Beach

    8.8 Excellent beach
    150 feet from property

  • Galu Beach

    9.0 Wonderful beach
    1.9 miles from property
Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.2

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Kwamboka
    KenyaKenya
    “The room is so nice and very comfortable. The food is well served. I loved the disco time.”
  • Ruslan
    KenyaKenya
    “Everything was good, but variety of food before was better. It was my the third staying in Pappilon”
  • Nadine
    DenmarkDenmark
    “Fantastic stay with excellent beach access, a large pool, bar areas for adults, and great food (even as a vegetarian, although it could always be better).”
  • Kidus
    EthiopiaEthiopia
    “Quite an interesting place to visit specially with family / loved ones”
  • Syrus
    KenyaKenya
    “The beach was clean and so white. The fun activities- beach volleyball, and badminton were great, especially the staff who came around asking for people to join.”
  • Ejiro
    KenyaKenya
    “Hotel is right on the ocean. the food was always good, staff friendly and professional.”
  • Charles
    VietnamVietnam
    “On the beach which is excellent Neither of the food services disappointed excellent service by all the staff”
  • Valery
    Democratic Republic of the CongoDemocratic Republic of the Congo
    “The breakfast was delicious, the hotel is not far from the airport and local facilities”
  • Mitchelle
    KenyaKenya
    “First we were received so well at the reception, guided on the regulations of the hotel and guided to our rooms. The rooms are super clean, the grounds and pool are too. The food was excellent all the time big up to the team serving and waiters...”
  • Jennifer
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Staff was very friendly Location was perfect Nearby snorkeling on the sandbar Comfortable beds Pretty property”
Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
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  • When is the best time to visit your property for the perfect beach holiday?
    hi, pretty well any time of the year is a good time to stay on the coast, though if you wanted to avoid the rainy seasons, it is better to avoid tr..
    Answered on 13 January 2020
  • hello am Emily from Nairobi does this charges include meals or we pay separate? Thank you
    The price includes meals(Breakfast, Lunch, dinner, and evening tea) cocktails, local beer, and soft drinks, mineral water, house spirits, and house w..
    Answered on 17 May 2021
  • Is there tv in the rooms
    hi, we have TVs in the Beach front rooms. We do not have TVs in the Garden and Family rooms. Best regards Ian
    Answered on 13 January 2020
  • Is there a Jacuzzi
    Beachfront rooms have a bathtub nit a Jacuzzi.
    Answered on 19 January 2021
  • Hi can one come for swimming only
    We have a day All-Inclusive package which includes Lunch, swimming and evening tea.
    Answered on 19 January 2021
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Amenities of Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel
Most popular amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Beachfront
Family rooms
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Bar
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Aerobics
  • Live music/Performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Darts
  • Ping-pong
  • Playground
  • Game room
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
Media & Technology
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
Wired internet is available in the business center and charges apply.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Babysitting/Child services
      Additional charge
    Cleaning Services
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Safe
      Additional charge
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Mosquito net
    • Wake-up service
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Hair/Beauty salon
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Outdoor swimming pool
      Spa
      • Kids' pool
      • Fitness
      • Hairstyling
      • Haircut
      • Hair treatments
      • Beauty services
      • Beach umbrellas
      • Beach chairs/Loungers
      • Massage
        Additional charge
      • Fitness center
        Additional charge
      Languages Spoken
      • German
      • English

      House rules

      Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

      Check-in

      12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

      Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

      Check-out

      9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

      Cancellation/
      prepayment

      Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

      Children & Beds

      Child policies

      Children of all ages are welcome.

      To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

      Crib and extra bed policies

      Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

      No age restriction

      There's no age requirement for check-in

      Pets

      Pets are not allowed.

      Mastercard Visa Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

      The fine print

      You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. The name on the credit card must match the name of one of the guests.

      If the credit card is declined or invalid, or if a booking is made for arrival the following day or weekend arrivals, you may be asked to pay upon check-in.

      Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

      Guests are requested to dress smart casual for dinner,long trousers and shoes.

      Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

      FAQs about Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel

      • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

      • Guests staying at Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.9).

        Breakfast option(s) include:

        • Continental
        • Full English/Irish
        • Buffet

      • Yes, Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

      • Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

        • Fitness center
        • Massage
        • Playground
        • Game room
        • Snorkeling
        • Diving
        • Ping-pong
        • Tennis court
        • Darts
        • Golf course (within 2 miles)
        • Beachfront
        • Beauty services
        • Aerobics
        • Tennis equipment
        • Themed dinners
        • Entertainment staff
        • Swimming pool
        • Haircut
        • Tour or class about local culture
        • Fitness
        • Live music/Performance
        • Hair treatments
        • Beach
        • Hairstyling

      • The nearest beach is 1,000 feet from Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel.

      • Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel is 0.9 miles from the center of Diani Beach.

      • Check-in at Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

      • The prices at Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

      • Room options at Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel include:

        • Twin/Double
        • Family
        • Double