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As private as Vipingo gets
Immerse Yourself
Nestled along the serene Kuruwitu coastline, this magnificent home is a minimalist Swahili retreat thoughtfully designed around nature. Once a charming old home, it’s now a refined sanctuary that blends ancient Swahili textures with modern Afro-chic elegance, offering uninterrupted views of the turquoise Indian Ocean.
Guests experience barefoot luxury at its finest, from the infinity pool and palm-fringed beach to the rooftop lounge where sunsets meet sundowners. With no fixed meal times or menus, dining is a personalized journey celebrating freshly caught seafood, fine wines, and the freedom to feast wherever your mood takes you; by the pool, in the garden, or on your private terrace.
6 suites & 2 penthouses
Location: Kuruwitu Beach - Vipingo (north of Mombasa) Style: Stylish boutique hotel in Swahili style mixed with modern Afro-chic design Setting: Private palm-fringed beach away from well-known tourist areas, embedded in jungle-like nature Accommodation Capacity: 8 Suites + 2 Penthouses
Panoramic Views
From almost every vantage point, the home offers sweeping vistas of the turquoise Indian Ocean, stretching uninterrupted to the horizon. The property is situated on a wild piece of land fringed by sea and dense coastal vegetation, giving guests the feeling of being immersed in nature while enjoying luxury.
Our Service
Every day is tailor-made to your rhythm and preferences. From water adventures like swimming, snorkeling, diving, paddleboarding, and dhow excursions to land activities such as golf or tennis at Vipingo Ridge, horseback riding, and deep-sea fishing. Enjoy yoga, personalized workouts, beachside fitness sessions, soothing massages, and seasonal whale or dolphin watching — all designed to blend relaxation, nature, and adventure in perfect harmony.
Modern Comforts & Connectivity
Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi in suites and common areas, in-room charging stations and modern lighting controls, discreet sound systems in select lounges and outdoor areas, show kitchen and wine cellar with premium equipment
Effortless Living & Personalized Service
24-hour concierge and bespoke guest services, flexible dining with no set meal times or menus, private transfers and curated excursions, daily housekeeping and laundry service, tailor-made activities and wellness programs, outdoor fitness center and personal trainers
Refined Luxury & Experience
Infinity pool overlooking the Indian Ocean, rooftop lounge for sunset cocktails, fire pit lounge and over 14 intimate dining spots, Afro-chic interiors blending Swahili elegance with modern design, gourmet dining featuring freshly caught seafood and fine wines, spa and massage treatments inspired by coastal serenity, access to Vipingo Ridge golf course and exclusive leisure experiences
Eco-conscious luxury
PROPERTY LAYOUT
· Manda Toto: 2 penthouses on 1st floor
· The Tower: 3 suites (ground floor garden view, 1st/2nd floor sea view)
· Villa Shela: 2 sea-facing suites
· Villa Lulu: 1 sea-facing suite (can combine with Villa Shela for 3-suite family villa)
INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS
Half Board: Accommodation, breakfast, dinner, beach meals, bottled water, tea, coffee, soft drinks, juices, Vipingo airstrip transfer
Full Board: Accommodation, all meals, beach meals, bottled water, tea, coffee, soft drinks, juices, Vipingo airstrip transfer
All Inclusive: Accommodation, all meals, beach meals, bottled water, tea, coffee, soft drinks, juices, house wines, beers, non-luxury spirits, non-motorized water sports, guided reef walks, Vipingo airstrip transfer, laundry service
Excluded (varies by plan): Luxury spirits, champagne, massages, deep-sea fishing, diving, Mombasa/Malindi transfers ($160/way), conservancy fees
For the all-inclusive, half board & full board rates, contact us
CULINARY HIGHLIGHTS
· Upscale creative cuisine focusing on fresh fish and seafood
· Wide selection of excellent wines
· Multiple dining locations
Activities Included/Available:
· Swimming, snorkeling, diving
· Canoe tours, SUP
· Guided snorkeling tours & reef walks in marine sanctuary
· Excursions with hotel boat (dolphin watching)
· Tennis and golf at nearby PGA golf course Vipingo Ridge
· Horseback riding & deep sea fishing
· Workouts with personal trainer, yoga, taekwondo
· Outdoor fitness on the beach
· Massages
