Karibu! Welcome to Kenya’s leading boutique beach getaway.
Located on one of Africa’s best beaches, The Sands at Nomad is the ideal destination to enjoy a hassle-free beach holiday with impeccable service on Kenya’s Southern Coast. The award-winning boutique resort is the perfect getaway for those wanting to experience the breath-taking Diani Beach; indulge yourself with first-class dining, enjoy the extensive collection of old and new world wine from the owner’s wine cellar, scuba dive on untouched reefs with Kenya’s leading PADI dive centre or simply relax around the resort and soak up Kenyan hospitality that the south coast is famous for. With sustainable practices at the core offering of resort, The Sands at Nomad is a leader in Kenya for its efforts to help preserve, protect and educate about the precious natural environment of Kenya’s south coast. A well-deserved bolthole from busy city life and the perfect end to a Kenyan safari to round off the ultimate African holiday.
The Sands Making your stay special
Boutique Rooms
In keeping with the world-class style and innovative panache of the hotel’s conception, the accommodation comprises an individualistic selection of 10 comfortable rooms, including exclusive beach cottages and luxurious suites, many with private jacuzzis, panoramic terraces and spacious sitting rooms.
Dining
With three first-class restaurants and luxury private dining experiences available, you will be spoilt for choice in culinary delights during your stay at The Sands at Nomad.
Bucket List Must Have Experiences
Unlike most other beach destinations, The Sands at Nomad has something to offer everyone. Many of these bucket-list experiences are unique to the area and showcase its incredible beauty.
Awards Africa’s Leading Beach Destination
Both The Sands at Nomad and Diani Beach have been the recipients of multiple awards for the area’s stunning natural beauty and for leading the way in conservation efforts and promoting sustainable tourism for development.

Trip AdvisorTravellers’ Choice Award
The Sands at Nomad is a member of the Trip Advisor ‘Hall of Fame’ and a recipient of the 2022 Travellers’ Choice Award.
Eco Tourism KenyaGold Award
The Sands at Nomad are recognised for promoting responsible tourism practices that will conserve Kenya’s natural environment and improve livelihoods of associated communities.
Travelife Gold AwardSustainability in tourism
The Sands at Nomad has led the way on all things green and environmentally conscious on Kenya’s south coast since 2005.
Sustainable Tourism Africa Summit Awards Runners Up
The Sands at Nomad was nominated as a runner-up in the Innovative Waste Management for Sustainable Oceans category.#sandsatnomad Instagram
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