Chale Island Resort

Recent Reviews: 998

• User:GLRoberts99

  Trip type: Couples

  Good way to end a safari

  23 Sept 2026

  Very nice way to end a long safari. It wasn't busy being September but I can image it gets hectic when all the rooms are full. We had no problem getting dinner reservations or beach or pool side loungers. Food was good but not outstanding, and the same with the service. Plenty of things to do with lots of games, activities, and facilities to keep everyone entertained.Can recommend the very professional dive team.

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• User:Ahmed E

  Trip type: Couples

  Don’t expect safety, good food or privacy.

  20 Sept 2026

  Read This Carefully Before Booking Chale Island ResortThe staff and manager were very friendly, and the resort did make a nice effort to welcome us during our honeymoon. Unfortunately, several serious issues affected our experience.My biggest concern was safety. There were no clear guidelines or warning signs explaining how to enter the sea safely or alerting guests to sea urchins. I stepped on one and ended up with two spines in my foot, causing it to bleed. Nobody advised us to wear water shoes. We also did not see lifeguards or sufficient warning signs around wet stairs and other potentially dangerous areas.The staff also appeared to need better training. On two separate occasions, a housekeeper opened our room door without knocking. One time, I was almost naked. This was extremely uncomfortable and unacceptable.Everything at the resort was very expensive, yet the food quality did not justify the prices. Many dishes were not as described. The tiramisu, for example, was nothing like real tiramisu, and the Italian restaurant’s pasta was disappointing. Service was also extremely slow. A drink ordered with dinner might arrive after you have finished eating—or not arrive at all.During one dinner, a staff member repeatedly interrupted guests to encourage them to attend her lecture about marine life. Approaching people in the middle of dinner like this felt intrusive and inappropriate.Guests were also approached on the beach by people in blue shirts trying to sell activities or services, which made it difficult to relax peacefully.My final advice: if safety, good food, privacy, and peace of mind are important to you, I would not recommend staying at Chale Island Resort.

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• User:Chloe L

  Trip type: Couples

  Honeymoon

  18 Sept 2026

• User:chiaramolinatto

  Trip type: Couples

  A Tropical Paradise!

  26 Aug 2026

  The week we spent relaxing on Chale Island, after ten days of safari along dusty tracks and early-morning starts, was the perfect way to round off our holiday in Kenya.Imagine a lush, unspoilt tropical island where the rhythm of the day is dictated by nature, whether it is the tides, the wind or the calls of the families of baboons and colobus monkeys that live in the forest.The resort is nestled in the forest while still offering all the comforts a traveller could wish for. The staff are always friendly, attentive and happy to help, while the manager is present and genuinely attentive to guests’ needs. The food is of an exceptional standard, with a great variety of options at every meal and no fewer than five restaurants to choose from.Our spacious and comfortable room also had a private veranda overlooking the ocean, while the resort boasts a beautiful white-sand beach, a coral reef just steps away and a wide range of activities offered every day, all of which can be booked with a simple click through the dedicated app.Last but not least, the resort places great emphasis on sustainability and respect for the environment.A true tropical paradise, and one we very much hope to return to! Chale Island, Other at Chale Island Resort, responded to this review Hey,How wonderful it is to know that, after an adventurous, exhilarating, and enriching safari, you found in Chale Island Resort the perfect sanctuary to retreat, relax, and reconnect with yourself.We are truly honoured that you chose to spend this special chapter of your journey with us, allowing Chale to offer you a little respite from the bustle, commotion, and cacophony of the urban world. There is something uniquely soothing about surrendering to the rhythm of island life, where time slows down and tranquillity takes centre stage.We are delighted to know that your stay has been nothing short of memorable, and even more so to hear that you are already contemplating a return. It would be our absolute pleasure to welcome you back to your little island sanctuary for another unforgettable escape.Until then, may the memories of Chale linger beautifully.

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• User:mey27

  Trip type: Family

  Excellent hotel with lots of facilities, great staff and fab manager.

  21 Aug 2026

  Excellent hotel in a fab location a small island off Diani beach. The rooms are large and clean. The staff are all amazing Alex by the pool was brilliant friendly and helpful, Ali, James, Erick, Celine, Anthan, Nassoro and Yvonne are excellent at their jobs . Honestly all the staff are a credit to your hotel. The beach is lovely, the pool is a good size with a nice jacuzzi. The food at the hotel was great we were able to eat at the Italian, teppanyaki, BBQ and the main restaurant which is Al a carte on our half board option. Cocktails at the sunset bar were delicious and we went there every night. The atmosphere at the hotel was chilled, relaxed with a boutique feel. There is lots to do on the island they have lots of games around the pool area (connect 4, Jenga, pool, table tennis etc) they offer scuba tasters in the pool for everyone. Lots of excursions to choose from. The manager Andrea is excellent, warm, approachable, friendly and always around to make sure everyone is happy. It was good to see a manager so personally involved in his hotel. We would definitely come back to this hotel. Chale Island, Other at Chale Island Resort, responded to this review Jambo,We would like to begin by expressing our heartfelt gratitude for taking the time, amidst what we can only imagine is a busy schedule, to share the beautiful highlights of your stay with us on this wonderful platform.It brings us immense joy to know that your time at Chale Island was memorable, and we shall be delighted to pass your kind regards to every member of our team, especially those whose efforts you have so graciously acknowledged.Thank you for choosing to make Chale Island Resort your home away from home and for allowing us the privilege of being part of your journey. We are absolutely delighted to hear that you are already looking forward to returning.Rest assured, we shall be eagerly awaiting your next arrival, ready to welcome you back with the same warmth, care, and island magic, so that together we may simply pick up where we left off.Until then, may the memories of Chale Island remain with you and continue to inspire your next escape to our little paradise.

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