Overview

Situated on the south coast of Kenya on Diani Beach Road, on the edge of the coastal forest, this beach hotel stands in luxurious green lawns fringed by the white sand on the southern end of Diani Beach. Guests will find shops in Diani, just 4 km from the hotel, while the centre of Ukunda is approximately 10 km away. The Sands at Nomad is the perfect destination to enjoy the ultimate beach holiday on Kenya’s East Coast. The award-winning resort is the perfect base for those wanting to make the most of fantastic diving and watersports opportunities or to combine a tropical beach holiday with a fantastic Kenyan safari for the ultimate African vacation.

Rooms

In keeping with the world-class style and innovative panache of the hotel’s conception, the accommodation comprises an individualistic selection of 10 comfortable rooms, including exclusive beach cottages and luxurious suites, many with private jacuzzis, panoramic terraces and spacious sitting rooms. All the rooms are individually interior designed and furnished with an inspired combination of Swahili objects d’art furniture and the finest mahogany woodwork.

Dining

The Sands at Nomad offers guests a first-class dining experience with a choice of two superb a la carte restaurants, serving a selection of dishes from around the world. Indulging in delicious, healthy food is an integral part of The Sands’ experience. In keeping with this Thinking Green philosophy, food is expertly prepared in the kitchens by Chef Andrea and his team using locally sourced ingredients. Fruit, vegetables, herbs, spices and eggs are harvested on the Nomad organic farm, which uses the guiding principles of permaculture farming. Fish is freshly caught by local fishermen. Seafood measuring boards are used to support sustainable fishing and to ensure that undersized seafood is returned to the sea.

Facilities And Activities

This beach hotel offers guests a range of facilities, including 24-hour reception and check-out services, pool, currency exchange facilities, a bar, WLAN Internet access, room and laundry services and a car park.

The 'ForestBreeze' centre offers Professional Massages and Facials, Pedicure and Manicure, Exotic Body Scrubs and personalised Natural treatments, plus a broad range of Beauty treatments. The guest relations desk can arrange exclusive marine safaris, visits to the nearby Shimba Hills National Park, cultural and botanical tours or visits to some of Kenya's famous up-country National Parks.

The hotel enjoys immediate access to Diving the Crab, a world-class renowned PADI 5 STAR CENTER and SSI PLATINUM which offers dive courses, wreck explorations and whale shark spotting.

Other water sports such as kite and windsurfing, kayaks, pedalos and deep-sea fishing are available in the hotel.

A selection of hand-made luxury motorboats and cabin cruisers are available for private marine safaris, exclusive beach BBQ's and Indian Ocean excursions.