Hotel Description
Chale Island, a magical fusion of nature and comfort with elegance and romance, A stunning white beach fringed by coral reefs and a tidal saltwater lake surrounded by a mangrove forest. The combination of white beach, tropical plants, laid back island flair and Kenyan hospitality is what dreams are made of.
The Hotel – Specifically built with nature and the environment in mind, Spread out to offer the utmost in privacy and romance, even when at full capacity one has a tremendous feeling of peace, tranquility and seclusion.
There are three swimming pools on Chale Island – Beside the reception is the main fresh water swimming pool, built with local stone and connected by a small waterfall to a sixteen seater Jacuzzi. Plentiful sun beds are scattered around the generous pool surround.
Located between the Standard Rooms is another swimming pool area with pool bar and sun beds. Enjoy the tranquility and relax with magnificent panorama views on the Indian Ocean.
On the other side of the Island by the SPA and fitness area is a salt-water swimming pool with steps leading directly into the sea at high tide offering a magical swim through the mangroves to the main jetty.
Accommodation – 6 categories of accommodation “the buildings should be elegant but not luxurious, blending into the natural environment and reflecting the traditional architecture with a minimum four star standard” All rooms are fully air-conditioned.
In an effort to reduce our carbon footprint as much as possible the main generator is turned off from 10:00 until 17:00. During this time there is no power available in the rooms, however the central public area of the Hotel is powered by a smaller generator.
The Bandas (Swahili: small house) – All Bandas have high, palm thatch roofs with views either out to sea, over the beach, or panoramas encompassing lagoon, channel, mangroves and the setting sun over the Shimba Hills. Sun beds set on private front lawns and large verandas with Swahili day beds give relaxing views.
Penthouse Suites – Set well above the swaying treetops these suites offer breathtaking views of both ocean and island. Featuring a separate sitting room, a veranda with a stunning 270 degree view of the ocean and an upstairs grotto with a Jacuzzi on the roof facing the sunset, the penthouse suites will give you the ultimate all round island view.
Overwater Suite – A first of their kind in Kenya, the Water Bandas are located on the northwest of the island with stunning views of Bird Island, Gazi Bay and, in the distant sunset, the Shimba Hills. The suite has a large bedroom with an en-suite bathroom which looks out over the channel and a separate sitting room.
Suite on the Rocks – Not only a honeymooners dream, everyone’s dream! Situated on a separate islet connected to the main Island by a stone bridge, a thatched roof soars high above the circular construction, then plunges down in the middle allowing rainwater to fall directly into a mini garden in the center of the room.
A circular stairway leads one around an intricately crafted wall garden to an upstairs lounge, while the front veranda overlooks a private Jacuzzi on the cliff face and sunbathing deck.
Wine & Dine – A blend of traditional Kenyan cuisine with a healthy twist of Italian panache and a hint of the Orient and a well stocked wine list, TO complete your dream holiday.
With a selection of bars and restaurants to choose from, let us indulge you to the full.
Restaurant – With steps leading straight down to the center of the beach, the main restaurant is ideally situated to give the true island feeling.
Bars – Our friendly staff are at hand to serve Espressos, cold drinks, cocktails and a wide variety of wines and spirits at our bars, the Main Bar, always open.
The Galana pool bar – located by the Standard Rooms in unique tranquillity with stunning ocean vistas … Champagne always tastes better with a view of the ocean!
Activities – Chale Island has something to offer everyone, including a Scuba diving base, deep sea Fishing, guided Island walks, a magical SPA, a well equipped watersports center and a selection of boat excursions.
From Chale Island we can also offer you trips to Diani Beach Shopping Center and the famous Nomad Beach Bar, or for the more adventurous a wide range of safaris – VIEW HERE
The Sands Chale Island Offers 20% Off Best Rates for Crewconnected Members
Make your booking request here reservations@thesandsatchaleisland.com Quote “CREWCONNECTED” to ensure Crewconnected Interline Rates
Tel: +254 725 546 879 / +254728 333 310 / +254 709 538 888
Beach Sand Sun Ltd P.o. Box 5066 – 80401 Diani Beach – Kenya
