“This place is pure perfection – and I am a picky person. The location is right at the beach – a long stretch with white sand and turquoise water that you have almost to yourself. The house and all its details – from sunbeds, hammock, the interior, the cleanliness – it all looks perfect on the pictures but it is even better in reality. What you don’t see in the pictures is the warmness of the staff who work there and the great hospitality they and Joe give you. The combination of all this gave us the best stay we ever had. If you want to create beautiful memories that last forever, this is the place to book.”

Helene, Sweden

“Our stay at Marula House was nothing short of wonderful! The owners, Joe and Kathrin, were super responsive and helpful before we arrived and helped us plan our stay and book an excursion. We were also in touch with Irene, the house manager, ahead of time who was incredibly on top of things and helped so much by organizing airport transit, check-in (they had our meal waiting and ready for us when we arrived!), and answered all of the questions we had day-to-day. The rest of the house staff were also incredibly friendly and helpful. The actual house is super spacious and my family had tons of room to relax in – plus the beautiful beach. You can take your pick of sunning on a beach chair or hanging by the pool on the very cool swing chair. The decoration was super modern and clean and it almost felt like we were in a hip hotel. We couldn’t have imagined a better week at the beach.”

Lindsay, New York

“This our last day at your amazing house and property and we just wanted to let you know that the staff, especially the manager Irene, are great. They are dedicated, attentive, and at the same time discreet – taking care of every detail in the house and always friendly with a smile. It is such a pleasure being here – it’s not going to be easy to leave.”

Alessandra, Nairobi

  • A really appealing modern beach house in a quiet location
  • Good-sized pool and shady tropical gardens
  • 4 double/twin air-conditioned bedrooms
  • Accommodates up to 8 guests
  • Can be rented with Marula Cottage to accommodate 16 guests
  • All rentals include delicious breakfast
  • Rentals from Ksh 75,000 per night for 6 adults and 2 children

Beautiful Galu Beach is an extension of Diani’s powder white sands but is much less busy, sometimes without a single person on it – and the beach is bigger, cleaner and quieter than Diani Beach. Diani has been voted the best beach in Africa by the World Travel Market and one of the 25 best beaches in the world by Trip Advisor. All kinds of water sports and activities are available nearby.

Along the beach road and within 10-15 minutes’ drive there are various supermarkets and a number of banks, ATM machines and gift shops. There are a number of good places to eat and drink nearby including Sails Beach Bar & Restaurant and the Blue Marlin.

By Air
Marula House and Cottage are just 15 minutes from Diani/Ukunda Airstrip which has several scheduled flights each day to and from Nairobi. Airlines serving Diani/Ukunda and Nairobi include :–

Marula House and Villa are approximately 55 km by road south of Mombasa Airport, which handles both domestic and international flights. Domestic airlines serving Mombasa and Nairobi include :-

By Road
Marula House and Villa are approximately 45 km south of Mombasa Island via the Likoni Ferry and the main A17 coastal road.  Please contact us for detailed directions. Driving Time from Nairobi should be around 8 hours.

“This place is pure perfection – and I am a picky person. The location is right at the beach – a long stretch with white sand and turquoise water that you have almost to yourself. The house and all its details – from sunbeds, hammock, the interior, the cleanliness – it all looks perfect on the pictures but it is even better in reality. What you don’t see in the pictures is the warmness of the staff who work there and the great hospitality they and Joe give you. The combination of all this gave us the best stay we ever had. If you want to create beautiful memories that last forever, this is the place to book.”

Helene, Sweden

“Our stay at Marula House was nothing short of wonderful! The owners, Joe and Kathrin, were super responsive and helpful before we arrived and helped us plan our stay and book an excursion. We were also in touch with Irene, the house manager, ahead of time who was incredibly on top of things and helped so much by organizing airport transit, check-in (they had our meal waiting and ready for us when we arrived!), and answered all of the questions we had day-to-day. The rest of the house staff were also incredibly friendly and helpful. The actual house is super spacious and my family had tons of room to relax in – plus the beautiful beach. You can take your pick of sunning on a beach chair or hanging by the pool on the very cool swing chair. The decoration was super modern and clean and it almost felt like we were in a hip hotel. We couldn’t have imagined a better week at the beach.”

Lindsay, New York

“This our last day at your amazing house and property and we just wanted to let you know that the staff, especially the manager Irene, are great. They are dedicated, attentive, and at the same time discreet – taking care of every detail in the house and always friendly with a smile. It is such a pleasure being here – it’s not going to be easy to leave.”

Alessandra, Nairobi

3-bedroom standard rental rates (6th Jan 23 to 14th Dec 23)

  • Ksh 75,000 per night for up to 6 adults and 2 children
  • Minimum stay – 3 nights

3-bedroom Christmas & New Year (15th Dec 23 to 5th Jan 24)

  • Ksh 100,000 per night for up to 6 adults and 2 children
  • Minimum stay – 7 nights

4-bedroom standard rental rates (6th Jan 23 to 14th Dec 23)

  • Ksh 90,000 per night for up to 8 adults and 4 children
  • Minimum stay – 3 nights

4-bedroom Christmas & New Year (15th Dec 23 to 5th Jan 24)

  • Ksh 120,000 per night for up to 8 adults and 4 children
  • Minimum stay – 7 nights
  • All stays include breakfast
  • Rentals are on a ‘self catering’ basis with housekeeping. Guests should provide all their own food and drink for lunch and dinner
  • Check in – from 1 pm , Check out – 11 am
  • Maximum occupancy – 8 adults and 4 children
  • Shopping is available by arrangement at a small fee
  • A private chef is available for an additional Ksh 3,000 per day

These rates, terms and conditions are valid for stays up until 5th January 2025

Please contact us to make a booking

Please familiarise yourself with all our terms & conditions when making a booking

Please note – Marula House and Marula Cottage are separate and self-contained properties and have separate outside areas and pools, but both properties are on the same compound and may accommodate separate parties of guests at the same time.

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