Baobab Beach Resort

An introduction to Baobab Beach Resort

If you want to escape somewhere in a world of its own, look no further than Kenya's leading 'all inclusive' hotel. Sitting proudly on the shore of Diani Beach, the Baobab is surrounded by jungle-like forest, nodding palm trees and tropical flowers in every colour of the rainbow. And, of course, the unmistakable Kenyan Baobab trees.

Colourfully decorated in an exotic African-style, you'll find traditional touches all over the place, like the Lamu beds in the lobby and authentic art pieces. Even the staff have a tropical touch by wearing fresh flowers in their hair.

When it comes to entertainment, you get something a little bit different here. Of course, you can spend a few hours by the pool simply soaking up the sun – but there's so much more to explore. Take a walk along the sun-dappled paths of Baobab Nature Park, keeping your eyes peeled for exotic birds, monkeys and harmless snakes. Or for something really exciting, try your hand at archery, shooting or windsurfing. The evening entertainment is dubbed as the best entertainment in the Mombasa area - there are nightly shows with traditional dancing, acrobatics and a variety of themed shows.

One of the jewels in this hotel's rather impressive crown is the Afya Bora Wellness Centre and Spa. This magical spa has got plenty in the way of massages, beauty therapy, and all manner of wraps and peels. You can spend the day hopping from treatment to treatment, which are individually housed in thatch roofed huts. And if you can't bear to break your fitness routine while you're away, there's a fully-equipped gym, too.

And last, but by no means least, there's the to-die-for food. Trust us, you're in for a real culinary extravaganza. The a la carte Marhaba has a seafood menu to die for, while the buffet-style Karibu offers succulent dishes from around the world.

So for the ultimate exotic African escape, look no further than the hotel that has it all.

Travel longhaul with Thomson Airways and you can look forward to…

33-inch seat pitch as standard – that's more legroom in longhaul economy than BA, Virgin Atlantic, bmi and Monarch*
Comfy leather seats
Cutting-edge seatback entertainment

Upgrade to Premium Class and you'll get all this plus at least a whopping 36 inches all to yourself. Talk about living the high life!

*Source: BATA website, September 2008

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Written on 01/08/2008, Anonymous said...

Due to all the recent troubles in Mombassa our hotel was not fully occupied so we shared all facilities/meals etc with their sister hotel - Koli Koli. This part of the hotel was not mentioned in our brochure but apparently you can upgrade to stay on... more on this review

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Baobab Beach Resort details

Hotel features

Swimming pool

Swimming pool
Freeform swimming pool at the Kole Kole section
Sunbeds
Beach and pool towels available

Meals

Karibu main restaurant serving buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner
Jambo restaurant overlooking beach serving light lunch and Asian dinner
Tapa Tapa Bar overlooking the pool and sea, serving drinks, light snacks, sandwiches and pastries
Theme nights and show cooking at main restaurant
Gentlemen are required to wear long trousers to dinner
The following facilities do not form part of your All Inclusive package:
Marhaba gourmet restaurant serving a la carte specialities including fresh seafood

All inclusive option

Full board, restrictions will apply
Selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, restrictions will apply
Activities as listed
Entertainment as listed
Other facilities as indicated
Facilities that do not form part of your All Inclusive package may incur extra local charges, please see the A-Z Guide

Entertainment

Porini Amphitheatre
Live shows every evening
Acrobatic and traditional dance shows
Outdoor disco

Activities

Hotel entertainment team runs daily activities
Aquafit in the pool
3 all-weather tennis courts
Archery with instructor
Beach volleyball
Daily aerobics classes
Shuffle board
Boccia
Darts
Table tennis

Location

On a glorious white sandy stretch of Diani Beach
38km south of Mombasa

Transfers

Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes (including 5 minute ferry crossing)

Room facilities

Twin or king-size beds
En suite with shower
Air-conditioning
Mini-fridge
Safety deposit box
Telephone
Private terrace or balcony
Garden view rooms and bungalow rooms with partial sea views available
Superior and deluxe rooms available in the Kole Kole wing, which have:
2 queen-size beds or one king-size bed
En suite
Air-conditioning
Telephone
Mini-fridge
Safety deposit box
Hairdryer
Balcony or terrace
Sun beds
Satellite TV
Tea and coffee making facilities
Bathrobes
Toiletries
Deluxe rooms sleep up to 3 and also have a ceiling fan, a four-poster bed instead of 2 queen-size beds in a larger room, with a double shower and 2 handbasins in the en suite

No. of rooms

191 (plus 82 in Kole Kole wing)

Other facilities

24-hour reception
TV room
The following facilities do not form part of your All Inclusive package:
Money exchange
Boutiques and gift shops
Internet access
Shuttle service to Mombasa
Laundry service
Afya Bora Wellness Centre and Spa including fully-equipped gym, massage, body and facial treatments, hairdresser, beauty treatments and whirlpool
Watersports centre - seperate management
Scuba diving for beginners and advanced divers
Windsurfing
Big game fishing
Golf course nearby
Catamaran sailing
Snorkelling excursions with glass-bottomed boats