Title: MODERN SOUTH HOTEL Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6058779&destination=Diani+Beach%2C+Kwale+County%2C+Kenya&selected=90449417&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # MODERN SOUTH HOTEL Travelers bask on sun-drenched beaches or enjoy refreshing dips in multiple pools at this tropical retreat where memories naturally unfold ## Photo gallery for MODERN SOUTH HOTEL ![Indoor pool - MODERN SOUTH HOTEL (Diani Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90450000/90449500/90449417/d652ba3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - MODERN SOUTH HOTEL (Diani Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90450000/90449500/90449417/83122473.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - MODERN SOUTH HOTEL (Diani Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90450000/90449500/90449417/345dce5f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - MODERN SOUTH HOTEL (Diani Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90450000/90449500/90449417/e7c23076.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - MODERN SOUTH HOTEL (Diani Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90450000/90449500/90449417/4242cbb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Modern South Hotel offers relaxation and recreation in a tropical setting. Enjoy 10 beach bars, an indoor pool, and a kids' pool. Start the day with an English breakfast, and enjoy in-room WiFi and a playground for family time. ## Reviews 7.0 Good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Business services ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=90449417&PinnedHotelID=90449417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=90449417&PinnedHotelID=90449417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-04&selected=90449417&PinnedHotelID=90449417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-04&selected=90449417&PinnedHotelID=90449417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=90449417&PinnedHotelID=90449417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=90449417&PinnedHotelID=90449417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=90449417&PinnedHotelID=90449417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=90449417&PinnedHotelID=90449417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ### View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, Garden View ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90450000/90449500/90449417/a93442de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Single Room, Garden View - Garden view - Sleeps 1 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90450000/90449500/90449417/a93442de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room - Garden view - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed OR 1 Large Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMombasa-Hotels-MODERN-SOUTH-HOTEL.h90449417.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMombasa-Hotels-MODERN-SOUTH-HOTEL.h90449417.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Diani Beach, MODERN SOUTH HOTEL is near the beach. Two Tusks and Fort Jesus are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Diani Beach and Shimba Hills National Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Diani Snake Park and Colobus Conservation. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing and snowboarding. [Visit our Diani Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Diani-Beach.dx6058779) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-4.28403%2C39.57655&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QX5omLA8GsimjChkNugLhkLJlUE=) Diani Beach Road, Diani Beach, Kwale County ### What's nearby - ![Diani Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058779/90049df2-3ecc-4632-afcb-6d90839aef1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Diani Beach 3 min drive \- 1.4 miles - ![Tiwi Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6126362/b70f18e2-5e7e-4e47-a82a-20f77b4f9a67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tiwi Beach 13 min drive \- 5.5 miles - ![A hole in the sky at Dusk](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058780/a5d0454c-76fd-4569-a647-0a1e5538d425.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nyali Beach 49 min drive \- 26.5 miles - ![Small cove with a rock](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101786/cfc7b0c9-0c46-4b98-869f-c2c1740690dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bamburi Beach 54 min drive \- 29.2 miles - Diani Snake Park 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Ukunda (UKA) 13 min drive ### Restaurants - Java House 17 min walk - Leonardo's Italian Restaurant 3 min drive - Golden Karafuu 4 min drive - Havana Bar, Diani Beach 5 min drive - Shashin-Ka 4 min drive ## About this property ### MODERN SOUTH HOTEL Family-friendly hotel near Diani Beach Take advantage of free English breakfast, 10 beach bars and a free daily manager's reception at MODERN SOUTH HOTEL. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). You'll also find perks such as: - An indoor pool and a children's pool - Free self-parking - A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free property and a TV in reception - Luggage storage and 2 meeting rooms Room features All guest rooms at MODERN SOUTH HOTEL feature comforts, such as bathrobes, in addition to Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Rainfall showers, children's dressing gowns and free toiletries - Private gardens, wardrobes/cupboards and children's slippers ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115400000/115393200/115393182/5b183c64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Raquel's Bliss Hotel Diani Diani Beach - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry room 8.6 Excellent 8 reviews £20 includes taxes & fees 8 Apr - 9 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=115393182&PinnedHotelID=115393182&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Building design](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115660000/115656400/115656327/5892f161.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kijani Cottages Beach Diani Beach - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Beach shuttle (surcharge) - Onsite parking available only on request - Free secured self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Free English breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM - 10 beach bars - 2 restaurants - A bar/lounge - Couples/private dining - Free daily manager's reception ### Things to do - Children's pool - Indoor pool - Playground - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Children's pool - Indoor pool - Laundry facilities - Playground - Supervised activities for children ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - 2 meeting rooms - Conference centre (2,153 square foot of space) ### Outdoors - Direct access to the beach ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Children's robes - Children's slippers - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### More - Electrical adapters - Iron/ironing board on request - Laundry detergent ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 15 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking This property accepts credit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as MODERN SOUTH HOTEL Hotel MODERN SOUTH HOTEL Diani Beach MODERN SOUTH HOTEL Hotel Diani Beach ## Frequently asked questions ### Does MODERN SOUTH HOTEL have a pool? ### Is MODERN SOUTH HOTEL pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at MODERN SOUTH HOTEL? ### What time is check-in at MODERN SOUTH HOTEL? ### What time is check-out at MODERN SOUTH HOTEL? ### Where is MODERN SOUTH HOTEL located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## MODERN SOUTH HOTEL Reviews 7.0 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 4.0 Amenities ### 7.0 Staff & service ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### elizabeth 5 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### BestValueInDianiBeach I enjoyed my 3 night stay at ModernSouthHotel in diani beach that I extended my stay an additional two nights after examining other more expensive properties. Modern South has a nice pool, superb service (thanks Felix, Juma, Lugo,Patrick) from people who care, the rooms are fine (not luxurious but everything you need w plenty of space nice shower water pressure and a great firm bed w nice linens (that amazingly are changed daily!). Also, the beach is a 30 minute walk or an easy 100bob/$1usd boda ride. Make sure when arriving that you use google maps once you arrive EquityBankUkunda branch landmark. This will help ensure an efficient trip to ModernSouth wo the hunting. Highly recommend this beat value property for an excellent stay. ##### elizabeth Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Stephen 29 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service, amenities ##### Stephen Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ---