Chale Island situated 600 meters off the mainland. 10 km south of Diani, 1.2 km long and 0.8 km wide, with a general north/south orientation.
The hotel is eco-friendly well distributed offering privacy and a romantic feel in a peaceful and tranquil environment. The presence of an unspoilt white sandy beach and tropical plants is a site to behold giving you a safe haven for a holiday getaway.
Accommodation/room facilities:
The 4 star hotel offers seven categories of accommodation to suit all tastes and demands.
- Tower 2 towers with 16 spacious semi-circular en-suite rooms and Swahili day beds set on breezy verandahs facing the ocean.
- 3 different categories of Banda's all have high, palm thatch roofs with views either out to sea, over the beach, or panoramas encompassing lagoon, channel, mangroves and the setting sun over the Shimba hills. Sun beds set on private front lawns and large verandas with Swahili day beds give relaxing views.
- The Superior Bandas have the addition of large sliding glass doors that open the bathroom directly into the private rear garden with an open air shower.
- The Chale Bandas are the same as the superiors with the extra indulgence of a bubbling Jacuzzi in the front garden overlooking the Indian Ocean.
- Pent house suite featuring a separate sitting room, a verandah with a stunning 270 degree view of the ocean, and an upstairs grotto with a Jacuzzi on the roof facing the sunset, the penthouse suites will give you the ultimate all round Island view.
- Over water suites enjoying stunning views of Bird Island, Gazi bay and, in the distant sunset, the Shimba hills and feature a large bedroom with an en-suite bathroom which looks out over the channel, while the suite has a separate sitting room. Both have Jacuzzis on the front verandah and ladders down to the sea.
- Honey moon suites situated on a separate islet connected to the main Island by a stone bridge and features a circular stairway leading one around an intricately crafted wall garden to an upstairs lounge, a private Jacuzzi on the cliff face, a sunbathing deck and two gazebos.
It is elegantly and luxurious built to blending into the natural environment while reflecting the traditional architecture. All rooms are equipped with Satellite TV, DVD, Telephone and Internet connectivity, Stereo system, Safe, Air-conditioning, Hair-dryer, Showers with hot and cold water and Mini bars.
Other features/services/activities:
- 2 Swimming pools
- Beautifully landscaped gardens
- Cozy reception area
- Main restaurant
- Katika ziwa seafood restaurant
- Main bar
- Pool bar
- Open air lounge or chill area
- 16 different flavours of tea offered
- Magical spa and fitness center
- Well equipped water sport center
- Boat excursions
