Chale Island Resort

4.0 star property
Beachfront, with full-service spa
VIP Access

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Overwater Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • All inclusive
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Diani Beach Road, Chale Island, 80401
  • Place, Chale Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Diani Beach
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.)
    ‪82 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for Rewards members

Room options

Overwater Suite

  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite on the Rocks

  • 1722 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean View Banda

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Tower Suite

  • 969 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Chale Island

Chale Island Resort places you adjacent to Chale Beach. This 60-room, 4-star lodge has 3 outdoor pools along with a private beach and a full-service spa.

What's nearby

  • Chale Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest - 18 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Galu Kinondo Beach - 26 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Diani Beach - 33 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Tiwi Beach - 48 min drive - 20.3 miles

Getting around

  • Ukunda (UKA) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pallet Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Lala Galu - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Bidi Badu Beach Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Soul Breeze - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Villa Poolbar - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Chale Island Resort

Beachfront, with full-service spa
Chale Island Resort features a private beach, a full-service spa, and 3 outdoor pools. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 90 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach lodge include a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, bathrobes, and bidets. Safes and desks are other standard amenities.
3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a private beach and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 4 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Jahazi Bar
  • Main Restaurant
  • Mkoko
  • Sushi Bar
  • Tamu Tamu

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Books
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 210.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 90 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 210.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Can I book all-inclusive rate plans at Chale Island Resort?

Chale Island Resort has all inclusive rates that come with all meals included.

What's there to do around Chale Island Resort?

This lodge is located in Chale Island, just steps from Chale Beach. Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest is also within a driving distance of 3.1 mi.

Is parking available on site at Chale Island Resort?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Is there a spa at Chale Island Resort?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include body wraps, facials, and massages.

Does Chale Island Resort have a casino on the premises?

No, Chale Island Resort doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Chale Island Resort?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 3 outdoor pools. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Chale Island Resort?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this lodge, including a private beach, a beach bar, and 3 outdoor pools.

Does Chale Island Resort have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.

Does Chale Island Resort have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Chale Island Resort has 4 restaurants, and serves breakfast for a surcharge.

Does Chale Island Resort allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Chale Island Resort.

Does Chale Island Resort have connecting rooms?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Chale Island Resort?

The closest major airport to Chale Island Resort is Ukunda (UKA), which is 10.9 mi away (37 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.), which is around 28.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Chale Island Resort?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Chale Island Resort.