Diani - Chale Marine National Park and Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Diani Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Galu Kinondo - 8 min drive - 2.2 km
Chale Beach - 24 min drive - 10.8 km
Tiwi Beach - 39 min drive - 16.8 km
Getting around
Ukunda (UKA) - 18 min drive
Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.) - 96 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Havana Bar, Diani Beach - 7 min drive
Nomad's Beach Bar And Restaurant - 5 min drive
Coast Dishes - 10 min drive
Kole Kole Restaurant - 19 min walk
Tandoori - 4 min drive
About this property
Blue Marlin Beach Hotel
At Blue Marlin Beach Hotel , you can spend time at the beach relaxing in a sun lounger, plus you'll be just steps from Diani Beach. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages at the spa. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour fitness center, a steam room, and a terrace are other highlights.
Languages
Bulgarian, English, Russian, Swahili
At a glance
Hotel size
20 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free uncovered onsite extended parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Private dining
What to do
On the beach
Boat tours
Pool table
Bicycle rentals nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Beach sun loungers
Pool loungers
Water sports equipment
Facilities
Built in 2013
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Mosquito nets
24-hour fitness center
An outdoor pool
Full-service spa
Steam room
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shared bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Mobile key entry
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages.
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 30 per accommodation, per night
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 48.00
Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 32.00 (from 3 to 12 years old)
New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 60.00
New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 40.00 (from 3 to 12 years old)
Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 40.00
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 45 per vehicle (one way)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of 50 percent of room rate (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Blue Marlin Beach Hotel Diani Beach
Blue Marlin Beach Diani Beach
Blue Marlin Beach Hotel Hotel
Blue Marlin Beach Hotel Diani Beach
Blue Marlin Beach Hotel Hotel Diani Beach
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Blue Marlin Beach Hotel ?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Blue Marlin Beach Hotel ?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Blue Marlin Beach Hotel ?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Blue Marlin Beach Hotel ?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 45 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Blue Marlin Beach Hotel ?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a 50% charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Blue Marlin Beach Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as boat tours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Blue Marlin Beach Hotel also has a 24-hour fitness center and spa services, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Blue Marlin Beach Hotel ?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local and international cuisine.
What's the area around Blue Marlin Beach Hotel like?
Blue Marlin Beach Hotel is on Diani Beach, and a short 1-minute walk from Diani - Chale Marine National Park and Reserve.
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
6.8/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2024
Exceptional
Lucy
Lucy, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Apr 1, 2024
Dirty, lots of bugs we had to leave, because there were so many ants in our bed
dale
dale, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2024
A really nice hotel, food is good, beach is beautiful room great
Peter
Peter, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2023
Erik
Erik, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 4, 2022
Fernando
Fernando, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 28, 2022
We loved the Blue Marlin
Such a clean place and very reasonable. The food at the restaurant was so delicious! The beach was beautiful!
But what made our stay so great, was the staff. They were so friendly, accommodating, and helpful. We really really loved staying here
Cindy
Cindy, 8-night family trip
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6/10 Good
Jun 6, 2019
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 1, 2019
Right on the beach which was great, but very few loungers that could not accomodate the large number of guests. People would put thier belongings down at 7am to make sure they had a lounger. Rooms very large and quiet but are starting to be old. Could do with some renovations. Staff very friendly, but was asked for money twice by one waitress at breakfast times. Not a great way to start the relaxing day. We booked a seaview room with a balcony and upon check in were given a room with no balcony and that had a square inch view of the ocean. Evetually we were moved to what we had booked. Perhaps, a partial seaview room option for some of the rooms, would be more honest of the hotel. Great place to kitesurf.
Shells
Shells, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 31, 2018
Nice hotel with nice staff
Very nice place with great staff and amazing food! Only inconvenience: All sun beds get reserved every morning by kite surfers who hardly use them but block them for everyone else for the whole day. We didn't get a sun bed even once during our whole stay! Also swimming is not great because of all the kite surfers.
Martina
Martina, 5-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 25, 2018
Everything was great!!! Super place!!! Nothing else to say!!!
David
David, 5-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 12, 2018
Excellent Beach
Kon
Kon, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2018
SANG WON
SANG WON, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good
Jul 15, 2018
Verified traveler
5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2018
Hotel was right on the beach with my room facing directly towards the ocean. Great, quite place to stay.
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7-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Apr 9, 2018
Nice small sized hotel right on the beach with amazing view and a lovely breeze.
Large room with one double bed and a single bed fitted me and my daughters.
With airconditioning and a terrace with sea view it was perfect.
Elisabeth
Elisabeth, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 27, 2018
Right on the beach
This is an older hotel, but the rooms are large and clean. Good wifi and large breakfast. Great place to relax.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2018
Perfect stay
Beautiful hotel, amazing professional and friendly staff.
Rooms are super clean, flexible check in and out timings.
Breakfast was great
White beautiful sandy beach
Honestly it was perfect for us
Highly recommended
Emz
Emz , 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Jul 14, 2017
Close to the beach, Friendly staff, good food
Was a very comfortable and nice room and was air conditioned. It didn't look like the pictures online and the bathrooms didn't have shower curtains and the water was salty through the faucets. The restaurant staff was very nice and made a menu for us specifically for special diets. The view from the hotel was great and it is very close to the beach which was very nice and secluded. The glass bottom boats that were there were very nice as well!
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2024
Kenny
Kenny, 4-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Feb 14, 2024
AC not working, not friendly
Job
Job, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Nov 12, 2019
tolles Personal, immer freundlich und hilfsbereit (im Gegensatz zum Management
- gefährlich baufälliges, dringend sanierungsbedürftiges Hotel welches keinesfalls die angezeigten 4 (von 5) Punkten verdient
Familie
Familie, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Dec 30, 2018
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3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 28, 2018
Fijn restaurant. A la carte met voldoende keuze. Goede wijn.
Kamer zo’n 30m2. Lekker bed. Fijne inloopdouche.
Het team werkt rustig en vriendelijk.
Aanrader voor als je een kleiner rustig hotel zoekt. Mooi gelegen direct aan strand.
Paul
Paul, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2018
Seafood at it's best, excellent service
Norbert
Norbert, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good
Apr 10, 2018
Ruhiges und schönes Hotel direkt am Strand
Das Blue Marlin Beach Hotel ist genau das richtige Hotel, wenn man Ruhe, guten Komfort, sehr gutes Essen (zumindest das vegetarische - Fleisch haben wir nicht probiert), Sauberkeit, sehr nette und freundliche Atmosphäre direkt am wunderschönen Strand erleben möchte. Sollte es uns wieder nach Mombasa ziehen, dann gehen wir sicher wieder ins Blue Marlin Beach!!