The Sands at Nomad

The Sands at Nomad is an award winning boutique hotel, long recognized for its continued commitment to the environment and operating in a sustainable way that supports the unique surroundings of the resort.

The Sands at Nomad is Kenya’s leading boutique beach getaway located on one Diani Beach – one of the best beaches in Africa, the resort is the ideal destination to enjoy a hassle – free beach holiday with impeccable service on the Southern Coast of Kenya.

The resort is a perfect getaway for travelers interested in experiencing the breath-talking Diani Beach, indulge with first-class dining, enjoy the extensive collection of old and new world wine from the owner’s cellar, take part in scuba diving and discover the untouched reefs with the leading PADI dive center in Kenya or just relax around the resort and soak up Kenyan’s warm hospitality that the south coast has to offer and is famous for.

The Sands nestled in an indigenous coastal forest with a green and a palm-fringed beach and is located in Ukunda.

Accommodation at The Sands at Nomad

The Sands at Namad keeps up with the world – class style and innovative panache conception and the accommodation comprises an individualistic selection of comfortable rooms including exclusive beach cottages and luxurious suites, most of the rooms have private Jacuzzis, panoramic terraces and spacious sitting rooms.

All guest rooms are individually interior designed and furnished with an inspired combination of Swahili pieces, d’art furniture and the finest woodwork.

Guest rooms at The Sands at Nomad are categorized as follows

Ocean View Suite

This luxury Ocean View Suite boasts sweeping views of Kenya’s stunning Diani Beach, the suite offers a luxurious living space with spacious private verandas. These rooms are ideal for a couple looking for the ultimate beach getaway.

The suite has its own sunbeds in the private garden on the seafront

Features of Ocean View Suite

• 15 steps to the beach
• Mini Bar
• Room service
• King – size bed
• Air conditioner
• Free-WiFi

Sea Breeze Rooms

These Sea Breeze Rooms are an oasis of calm and tranquility with a soft breeze twirling through the air, they are situated just a few short steeps from the beach and bathed in vivid ocean blues with Lamu Ceilings. With a traditional vibe, the rooms face the ocean.

The rooms have a direct view of the sea and provide a charming coastal feel, each room has its own private balcony allowing you to enjoy the cooling ocean breeze of an evening.

Sea Breeze Rooms are ideal for families, groups and beach lovers.

Features of Sea Breeze Rooms

• 50 steps to the beach
• Mini bar
• Queen Size bed
• Air conditioner
• Free Wi-Fi

Family Ocean View Suite

Luxury Ocean View Suite at The Sands at Nomad boast sweeping views of the stunning Diani Beach, this suite is perfect for families or groups of friends looking for a private stay on a beach holiday.

The Family Ocean View Suite is located on the ground floor just 30 meters from the white sandy shores of Diani Beach, as close as you can get to the waterfront without going for a swim. This suite features two bathrooms, a spacious living room and two bathrooms, a spacious living room and two bathrooms – one with a bath and one with a shower. There is also a sweeping private veranda offering glorious sea views.

The suite has its own sunbeds in the private garden on the seafront.

                                            Features of Family Ocean View Suite

• 15 steps to the beach
• Mini bar
• Room service
• King size bed
• Air conditioner
• Free Wi-Fi

 Beach Cottages

Perfectly positioned on a private beachfront lawn, the palm thatched (Makuti) roofs of the cottages wrap around the edges of each veranda offering complete peace and seclusion for a romantic stay.

Features of Beach Cottages

• 15 steps to the beach
• Mini bar
• Room Service
• King size bed
• Air conditioner
• Free Wi-Fi

Dining at The Sands at Nomad

The Sands at Nomad offers guests a first class dining experience with 3 superb resturants on site, serving a selection of dishes from around the world. Indulging in delicious, healthy food is an integral part of the Nomad experience.

In keeping with the resort’s “Thinking Green Philosophy”, food is expertly prepared in the resort’s kitchens by The Executive Chef and his team using local sourced ingredients. Fruit, vegetable, herbs, spices and eggs are harvested on the Nomad organic farm which uses the guiding principles of permaculture farming.

Fishing is freshly caught by local fishermen, seafood measuring boards are used to support sustainable fishing and to ensure that undersized seafood is returned to the sea.

Meals at The Sands at Nomad are served at various locations as shown below

By The Pool

Located next to the swimming pool and surrounded by a canopy of trees on the  edge of the Nomad Forest, Riva’s is exclusive to hotel residents and offers two very different dining experience with Riva’s Teppanyaki Table and Riva’s Grill.

Riva’s Pool Bar

Riva’s Pool Bar offers a range of snacks and light bites that can be enjoyed on the poolside throughout the day, perfect for those wanting a relaxed lunch or just something to keep them going in the afternoon.

Live Cooking at Your Table

Teppanyaki is more than just dinner, its entertainment and an experience bringing together the wonderful flavors of Asian Cuisine and skill of our chef’s as they prepare your meals at your table

BBQ At The Sands – Grilled to Perfection

Riva’s Grill offers a fantastic range of dishes for all tastes, the fresh ingredients are cooked over open fire and dinners can enjoy great flavors prepared in the traditional local way.

On The Beach

The Sands at Nomad is renowned as the best spot on Diani Beach, the Nomad Beach Bar and Resturant boasts panoramic views of Kenya’s dazzling Indian Ocean. It is also home to indulge Fine Dining, one of the leading fine dining experiences in Kenya.

Guests can opt for relaxed experience on the terrace or dine in style in the resort’s resort or at Indulge. The a-la-Carte breakfast is available from 08:00 am – 10:30 am serving locally grown fruits, cereals, homemade pastries, breads, hams, cheeses, fresh fruit juices as well as Kenyan tea and coffee.

Getting There

Kenya’s stunning Diani Beach is situated just over 30 kilometers from the historic port city of Mombasa and around a three-hour drive from Tsavo National Park, one of the largest game parks in the world perfect for combining an exciting safari with a relaxing beach holiday.

The Sands at Nomad can be reach on an 8-hour flight from most of the European countries and 10 hours flight from most Asian Countries.

Most major European and African airports offer direct flights to Nairobi and regular connections through international hubs in Dubai and Doha are also available on a daily basis.

From Nairobi, there domestic and charter flights to Diani Beach (Ukunda)