Kinondo Kwetu

Kinondo, guesthouse and art gallery

Nestled in the idyllic setting of Galu Beach south of Mombasa, Kinondo Kwetu is a beach lodge with understated charm where luxury rhymes with tranquillity. Each of its cottages has been skillfully decorated in a Swahili style by its Swedish owners, who are in love with the region and its artisans. An ideal seaside retreat for couples, families and friends. It is on one of Africa's finest beaches, south of Mombasa, that this little Eden has made its home. The rooms and cottages, featuring Swahili architecture, offer unique interior design conceived by their owners, African art collectors, and are discreetly nestled in the vegetation along the ocean's edge. Kinondo Kwetu invites you to relax by its pool or beach and offers a variety of activities: diving in the crystal-clear waters, cruising in a traditional dhow or exploring the surroundings by kayak, big-game fishing, horse riding or safaris in Shimba Hills National Park... You will be charmed by the incredible marine biodiversity: dolphins, humpback whales, whale sharks, turtles and numerous exotic species in this veritable natural aquarium. The chic Robinson Crusoe atmosphere of this lodge is bound to win you over.

STYLE

Decidedly ethnic chic, African art objects form the soul of the property

SITUATION

South of Mombasa, on the quiet beach of Galu

CAPACITY

5 detached cottages & 2 large villas subdivided into 9 rooms

HIGHLIGHTS

Kinondo has the feel of a guesthouse, the atmosphere is relaxed, and the staff are attentive and always ready to please and surprise you

THE EXPERIENCES

  • Snorkelling, scuba diving
  • Kayaking, kitesurfing, windsurfing, paddleboarding, fishing, waterskiing
  • Boat trips.
  • Horse riding, tennis, golf (15 mins away), tennis
  • Spa, 2 pools, yoga, gym

THE EXTRAORDINARY

Kinondo Kwetu has built its reputation on its laid-back luxury and delicious cuisine featuring exclusively local and fresh produce. An ideal retreat for couples, as well as sports enthusiasts, lovers of the seabed, fishing trips and even golf, Kinondo has more than a few tricks up its sleeve.

ETHICS

The lodge offers attentive service provided by employees mostly coming from the surrounding villages. The Kinondo Kwetu Trust Fund was created to provide medical care to the villagers and support children's education.