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The Sands At Chale Island

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P.O. Box 5546 | Diani Beach, Diani 80401, Kenya
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The Sands At Chale Island
Ranked #5 of 22 hotels in Diani
4.5 of 5 stars 102 Reviews
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Prata di Pordenone, Italy
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2012 NEW

absolutely wonderful experience that exceeded our expectations! Especially nice the fact one didn't get pursued by beach boys wanting to sell sth since this hotel is on a little island. Part of which is left in its natural state. Biologist on site, Marco, will lead you through the wild and explain a lot of things that otherwise might not get... More

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Wallbach, Switzerland
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2012
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The hotel stands under italian management. Cause of that most guests are italians which wouldn't be bad if they were just a bit nicer. As I got to know from the employees and experienced by myself, they act like kings. Treat the staff as if they were slaves. Concerning the staff itself they tried to make everything possible. Helped you... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 December 2011 via mobile

All perfect except the prices for the day trips are too expensive and the fact that water needs be paid for if not consumed during the meal. If you like Italians this is the Island to go. One thing to remember, dont do a Henna painting as it is completely overpriced and only lasts a week instead of promised 3... More

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Losone, Switzerland
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28 reviews 28 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 November 2011

one of my favourite places in kenya, good for short trips, after a safari, the beach is not the best, great food and service. a small resort to rest and be safe from mass tourism. not so good for families or single, perfect for couples or friends.

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Scottsdale, Arizona
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2011
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The Sands at Chale Island is an ideal location if you are looking for sun, sand and quiet. It has the benefit of being away from the 'busy'ness of Diani which means no beach boys or hawkers. The bandas facing the ocean are lovely and there is a constant breeze so even if the sun becomes too much, there is... More

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53 reviews 53 reviews
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 October 2011
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While the location is out of this world, the basics are very very poor. An all inclusive (full board) booking will give you some of the worst meals you ever experience. The waffle maker does not know how the appliance opperates, breakfast runs out of Bacon, Coffee is stale, beef scallops are so tough it is impossible to cut, the... More

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edinburgh
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39 reviews 39 reviews
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57 helpful votes 57 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 September 2011

Chale island is a small coral island located about 12km south of Diani Beach. Although such a small distance it is a world away from the usual mass tourism. It has a wealth of animal and bird life,naturalsprings and salt lakes in the interior and we went there for the day for the guided tour walk etc. Chale island is... More

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Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2011

We just loved it at Chale....it was a brilliant time we had as a couple after getting married....loved the nice above the water bandas......was just an awesome experience......the lovely sunsets and the jaccuzi overlooking the ocean......loved the food, the bar and the barman....who made our evenings into relaxing and carefree world....

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Zurich, Switzerland
2 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2011

Chale Island is a realy special place. The only hotel on the island. rest of the island is a natural reserve. very quiet. Beach only for you. Food realy good.

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nairobi
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53 reviews 53 reviews
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47 helpful votes 47 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 August 2010
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chale is a beautiful island! but i had some mixed opinions about various aspects as per my review below... beach - beautiful white powdery - shells and rocks are more apparent off the main beach. (seaweed is forked away by workers daily) gardens - stunning array of tropial plants with water lily pools, and various trees including the mangrove forest... More

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  • Sands At Chale Island Ukunda
Address: P.O. Box 5546 | Diani Beach, Diani 80401, Kenya
Price range (per night):* 203 AUD - 597 AUD

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