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Swahili House

3.5 star property
Oceanfront paradise beckons travelers to unwind by multiple pools or wander through lush tropical gardens for a perfect coastal getaway

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Swahili House sits right on the ocean, offering a peaceful retreat with three outdoor pools including one for children. Guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace while staying connected with WiFi available in all rooms.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Naked Africa Penthouse | Balcony

Naked Africa Penthouse

  • Ocean view
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Main House

  • Ocean view
  • 106 sq m
  • Sleeps 12
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Lofty Cottage | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Lofty Cottage

  • Ocean view
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Swahili Cottage

  • Ocean view
  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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Swahili Luxury Villa | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Swahili Luxury Villa

  • Ocean view
  • 177 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Tiwi, Swahili House is near the airport and on the beach. Two Tusks and Fort Jesus are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Diani Snake Park and Colobus Conservation. BoraBora Wildlife Park and Mamba Village are also worth visiting. Visit our Tiwi travel guide
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Tiwi Beach, South Coast, Tiwi, Kwale, 606

What's nearby

  • Tiwi Beach
    Tiwi Beach
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Diani Beach
    Diani Beach
    18 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Mombasa, Kenya
    Fort Jesus
    38 min drive - 18.3 miles
  • A hole in the sky at Dusk
    Nyali Beach
    49 min drive - 23.3 miles
  • Small cove with a rock
    Bamburi Beach
    54 min drive - 26.0 miles

Getting around

  • Ukunda (UKA)
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Java House
    15 min drive
  • Leonardo's Italian Restaurant
    15 min drive
  • Golden Karafuu
    17 min drive
  • The Beach Bar
    18 min drive
  • Black & White Swahili Dishes
    12 min drive

About this property

Swahili House

Guesthouse by the ocean
At Swahili House, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Swahili House feature perks such as air conditioning and separate dining areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/tub combinations
  • Separate dining areas, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Living room
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Swahili House Tiwi
Swahili House
Swahili Tiwi
Swahili House Guesthouse Tiwi
Swahili House Guesthouse
Swahili House Tiwi
Swahili House Guesthouse
Swahili House Guesthouse Tiwi

Frequently asked questions

Does Swahili House have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Swahili House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Swahili House?

Check-in begins at noon.

What time is check-out at Swahili House?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Swahili House located?

This Tiwi guesthouse is on the beach, 1.2 mi (2 km) from Tiwi Beach, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Diani Beach and Diani Snake Park. Galu Kinondo Beach and Kongo Mosque are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Swahili House Reviews

7.8

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

4.0

Location

7.6

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden diamond

The Penthouse is a blissful experience and if you need anything Gilbert will ensure your get it. We asked if he could get us snapper and vegetables for dinner and he organised for it to be delivered and grilled for us by an onsite chief. It was delicious 10/10 and we could continue our holiday without worrying about food. Swahili house is everything we were looking for, Diani beach experience but more peacful without the crowds. Thanks Gilbert
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Never been so nervous staying here, the cottage was in the middle of no where, the entrance was not secure and couldn't lock it. Only very hot water for the showers no cold. The staff were friendly but the cottage was not very clean, the view of the ocean was good but very expensive for what we got.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARIE THERESE AIMEE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chambre impeccable -80m2 et personnel charmant et toujours à l'écoute
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Beth S.

Overall a very enjoyable stay; very close to the beach and a nice pool

Really enjoyed our time in this house! The cooks were fantastic, service was great and the overall experience made for a great week of vacation. There were some repairs/upkeep pieces that would be helpful but overall nothing major. The only reason we didn't give it 5 stars is the marketing is a bit misleading. It says that 12 people can fit in what we paid/booked. It shows pictures for ALL the properties on VRBO but you are only renting a portion which is not only unclear but misleading and misrepresenting. We were expecting more rooms, a better pool and overall more space that didn't actually happen because the pictures aren't associated with the specific property we booked. We booked for 12 people and there were only 7 bed spaces. They did accommodate us somewhat by bring in pool loungers for our kids to sleep on and arranged mosquito nets. So while were accommodated, it was a bit disappointing because we were led to believe that we were booking something different than what we received. Overall we would book again with the right knowledge and proper clarification on what is actually included.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
no dudéis en pasar alguna noche en este sitio es fabuloso. gracias por todo.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ito

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

オフシーズンだったので、、

オフシーズンだったこともありますが、閑散としていました。外気が部屋にも入るオープンなコテージで日中は気持ちがいいのですが、夜は蚊に悩まされました。