Nestled beneath tall palms and amid tropical gardens, Almanara Resort is a small, luxury property managed by the Gionvando family with beautifully designed rooms, perfect sea views and a decent watersports centre to keep beach-dwellers occupied.
Awarded: Bronze
Location
The hotel is situated on a relatively quiet stretch of Diani Beach, with the Indian ocean in front and the lush green forests behind.
Rooms
Almanara has six executive three-bedroom villas built around the swimming pool, one presidential villa overlooking the sea and 5 rooms inside the main building. The villas have their own dining and living area (with chef and butler service) and secluded rooftop terrace while the hotel rooms have gorgeous ocean views. The interiors are decorated in lavish African-Italian style with local artwork, neutral yet warm colours and bespoke furniture.
Communal Areas
While guests can dine in their villas, the beach-front restaurant, Sails, is highly recommended with an abundance of fresh seafood delivered fresh each morning by local fishermen. The pool is perfect for relaxing and observing the turquoise ocean through the shady palms.
Activities
A host of water sports are available at Almanara including snorkelling, bodyboarding, sailing, kite-surfing, windsurfing and kayaking. Swim with dolphins and discover the coral reef in the Kisite Marine Reserve, take a day trip to Wasini Island or ride horses along the beach. For keen golfers, an 18-hole championship course is situated nearby and for wildlife enthusiasts, tours of the forest with the Colobus Trust are available.
When to go
Find out when is best to visit
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DRY SEASON
This period is the driest in the year, with blue skies the majority of the month. An ideal time to visit the region.
Its location so close to the equator and along the Indian Coastline means that Mombasa and Diani Beach have a tropical climate with consistent warm to hot temperatures throughout the year. The maximum midday temperature averages around 31°C or 88°F through the majority of the year. Mornings are more pleasant at 21°C or 70°F on average.
There are two wet seasons in Kenya. The long rains take place between April and May, the second wet season is known as the short rains which also tend to be a little less intense, these take place between October and November. The height rainfall amounts can be expected during these periods, but showers and thunderstorms can happen throughout the year, with no distinct dry season.
DRY SEASON
This period is the driest in the year, with blue skies the majority of the month. An ideal time to visit the region.
Its location so close to the equator and along the Indian Coastline means that Mombasa and Diani Beach have a tropical climate with consistent warm to hot temperatures throughout the year. The maximum midday temperature averages around 31°C or 88°F through the majority of the year. Mornings are more pleasant at 21°C or 70°F on average.
There are two wet seasons in Kenya. The long rains take place between April and May, the second wet season is known as the short rains which also tend to be a little less intense, these take place between October and November. The height rainfall amounts can be expected during these periods, but showers and thunderstorms can happen throughout the year, with no distinct dry season.
DRY SEASON
This period is the driest in the year, with blue skies the majority of the month. An ideal time to visit the region.
Its location so close to the equator and along the Indian Coastline means that Mombasa and Diani Beach have a tropical climate with consistent warm to hot temperatures throughout the year. The maximum midday temperature averages around 31°C or 88°F through the majority of the year. Mornings are more pleasant at 21°C or 70°F on average.
There are two wet seasons in Kenya. The long rains take place between April and May, the second wet season is known as the short rains which also tend to be a little less intense, these take place between October and November. The height rainfall amounts can be expected during these periods, but showers and thunderstorms can happen throughout the year, with no distinct dry season.
WET SEASON - 'LONG RAINS'
The exact start and end of the rains are always a little uncertain, but generally, this period is the wettest time of the year, with at time significant rainfall amounts. Between the showers and thunderstorms there is still a good amount of sunshine to enjoy, so potentially a good time to visit.
Its location so close to the equator and along the Indian Coastline means that Mombasa and Diani Beach have a tropical climate with consistent warm to hot temperatures throughout the year. The maximum midday temperature averages around 31°C or 88°F through the majority of the year. Mornings are more pleasant at 21°C or 70°F on average.
There are two wet seasons in Kenya. The long rains take place between April and May, the second wet season is known as the short rains which also tend to be a little less intense, these take place between October and November. The height rainfall amounts can be expected during these periods, but showers and thunderstorms can happen throughout the year, with no distinct dry season.
WET SEASON - 'LONG RAINS'
The exact start and end of the rains are always a little uncertain, but generally, this period is the wettest time of the year, with at time significant rainfall amounts. Between the showers and thunderstorms there is still a good amount of sunshine to enjoy, so potentially a good time to visit.
Its location so close to the equator and along the Indian Coastline means that Mombasa and Diani Beach have a tropical climate with consistent warm to hot temperatures throughout the year. The maximum midday temperature averages around 31°C or 88°F through the majority of the year. Mornings are more pleasant at 21°C or 70°F on average.
There are two wet seasons in Kenya. The long rains take place between April and May, the second wet season is known as the short rains which also tend to be a little less intense, these take place between October and November. The height rainfall amounts can be expected during these periods, but showers and thunderstorms can happen throughout the year, with no distinct dry season.
DRY SEASON
A more stable and predictable time of the year, usually with clear skies. There can be the occasional shower, but these are few and far between. All in all a great time to visit.
Its location so close to the equator and along the Indian Coastline means that Mombasa and Diani Beach have a tropical climate with consistent warm to hot temperatures throughout the year. The maximum midday temperature averages around 31°C or 88°F through the majority of the year. Mornings are more pleasant at 21°C or 70°F on average.
There are two wet seasons in Kenya. The long rains take place between April and May, the second wet season is known as the short rains which also tend to be a little less intense, these take place between October and November. The height rainfall amounts can be expected during these periods, but showers and thunderstorms can happen throughout the year, with no distinct dry season.
DRY SEASON
A more stable and predictable time of the year, usually with clear skies. There can be the occasional shower, but these are few and far between. All in all a great time to visit.
Its location so close to the equator and along the Indian Coastline means that Mombasa and Diani Beach have a tropical climate with consistent warm to hot temperatures throughout the year. The maximum midday temperature averages around 31°C or 88°F through the majority of the year. Mornings are more pleasant at 21°C or 70°F on average.
There are two wet seasons in Kenya. The long rains take place between April and May, the second wet season is known as the short rains which also tend to be a little less intense, these take place between October and November. The height rainfall amounts can be expected during these periods, but showers and thunderstorms can happen throughout the year, with no distinct dry season.
DRY SEASON
A more stable and predictable time of the year, usually with clear skies. There can be the occasional shower, but these are few and far between. All in all a great time to visit.
Its location so close to the equator and along the Indian Coastline means that Mombasa and Diani Beach have a tropical climate with consistent warm to hot temperatures throughout the year. The maximum midday temperature averages around 31°C or 88°F through the majority of the year. Mornings are more pleasant at 21°C or 70°F on average.
There are two wet seasons in Kenya. The long rains take place between April and May, the second wet season is known as the short rains which also tend to be a little less intense, these take place between October and November. The height rainfall amounts can be expected during these periods, but showers and thunderstorms can happen throughout the year, with no distinct dry season.
DRY SEASON
A more stable and predictable time of the year, usually with clear skies. There can be the occasional shower, but these are few and far between. All in all a great time to visit.
Its location so close to the equator and along the Indian Coastline means that Mombasa and Diani Beach have a tropical climate with consistent warm to hot temperatures throughout the year. The maximum midday temperature averages around 31°C or 88°F through the majority of the year. Mornings are more pleasant at 21°C or 70°F on average.
There are two wet seasons in Kenya. The long rains take place between April and May, the second wet season is known as the short rains which also tend to be a little less intense, these take place between October and November. The height rainfall amounts can be expected during these periods, but showers and thunderstorms can happen throughout the year, with no distinct dry season.
WET SEASON - 'SHORT RAINS'
Like the rains early in the year this The exact start and end of the rains are always a little uncertain, but generally, this period is the wettest time of the year, with at time significant rainfall amounts. Between the showers and thunderstorms there is still a good amount of sunshine to enjoy, so potentially a good time to visit.
Its location so close to the equator and along the Indian Coastline means that Mombasa and Diani Beach have a tropical climate with consistent warm to hot temperatures throughout the year. The maximum midday temperature averages around 31°C or 88°F through the majority of the year. Mornings are more pleasant at 21°C or 70°F on average.
There are two wet seasons in Kenya. The long rains take place between April and May, the second wet season is known as the short rains which also tend to be a little less intense, these take place between October and November. The height rainfall amounts can be expected during these periods, but showers and thunderstorms can happen throughout the year, with no distinct dry season.
WET SEASON - 'SHORT RAINS'
Like the rains early in the year this The exact start and end of the rains are always a little uncertain, but generally, this period is the wettest time of the year, with at time significant rainfall amounts. Between the showers and thunderstorms there is still a good amount of sunshine to enjoy, so potentially a good time to visit.
Its location so close to the equator and along the Indian Coastline means that Mombasa and Diani Beach have a tropical climate with consistent warm to hot temperatures throughout the year. The maximum midday temperature averages around 31°C or 88°F through the majority of the year. Mornings are more pleasant at 21°C or 70°F on average.
There are two wet seasons in Kenya. The long rains take place between April and May, the second wet season is known as the short rains which also tend to be a little less intense, these take place between October and November. The height rainfall amounts can be expected during these periods, but showers and thunderstorms can happen throughout the year, with no distinct dry season.
DRY SEASON
This period is the driest in the year, with blue skies the majority of the month. An ideal time to visit the region.
Its location so close to the equator and along the Indian Coastline means that Mombasa and Diani Beach have a tropical climate with consistent warm to hot temperatures throughout the year. The maximum midday temperature averages around 31°C or 88°F through the majority of the year. Mornings are more pleasant at 21°C or 70°F on average.
There are two wet seasons in Kenya. The long rains take place between April and May, the second wet season is known as the short rains which also tend to be a little less intense, these take place between October and November. The height rainfall amounts can be expected during these periods, but showers and thunderstorms can happen throughout the year, with no distinct dry season.
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What People Say
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The personalised service provided was far beyond my expectations. A three week trip visiting four countries in Africa, multiple game reserves, wineries and much, much more was flawless. While a close encounter with a leopard and her cubs…
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We got in touch after hearing about Hide & Seek from a friend. Have to say hats off to Jamie, he was so patient throughout, even through our indecisiveness! Ultimately we ended up with the most incredible holiday of our lives. Thank you again, we will be back!!
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