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Diamonds Malindi is a hotel destination wedding venue in Malindi, Kenya, hosting 250 at dinner and 400 standing. Best months: June, July, August, September.

Diamonds Malindi

MalindiKilifi County, Kenya

Diamonds Malindi is a beachfront hotel on Kenya's Indian Ocean coast, with 130 rooms, private grounds, gardens and direct beach access just 10 minutes from Malindi Airport (MYD).

Guests
250 at dinner400 standing
Rooms
130 rooms
Ceremony
Legal ceremony on site
Season
Best weather Jun–SepAisle estimate
Getting there
MYDabout 10 min by car

About the venue

Diamonds Malindi is a beachfront hotel on Kenya's Indian Ocean coast, with 130 rooms, private grounds, gardens and direct beach access just 10 minutes from Malindi Airport (MYD).

Couples can hold a legal ceremony on site, marry outdoors and then move to an indoor or outdoor reception, with seated dining for up to 250 guests and standing capacity for 400.

Catering is handled in house, there is a bar on site, a pool, sea views and dedicated dance space, and an indoor backup option if the weather turns.

Wedding pricing is package-based, and families are welcome, with room types sleeping up to four.

  • 130 rooms, including suites with private pools and family rooms for up to 4 guests
  • Seated dining for 250 guests or 400 standing
  • Legal ceremonies permitted on site, with outdoor ceremony options
  • Indoor and outdoor reception spaces plus an indoor backup for bad weather

Short answers

How many guests does Diamonds Malindi hold?
Diamonds Malindi holds 250 at dinner and 400 standing.
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Can guests stay at Diamonds Malindi?
Yes. 130 rooms.
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When is the best time for a wedding at Diamonds Malindi?
Best weather: June – September.
Aisle estimate
How do guests get to Diamonds Malindi?
Fly into MYD, about 10 min by car.
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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
250 guests
Standing reception
400 guests

Staying over

Rooms
130 rooms
Room types
9 listed

House rules

Children
Yes

Best weather to marry

Aisle estimate
  1. January: good
  2. February: good
  3. March: good
  4. April: out of season
  5. May: good
  6. June: best
  7. July: best
  8. August: best
  9. September: best
  10. October: good
  11. November: good
  12. December: good
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Getting there

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Nearest airport
MYD, 10 min by car
Phone
0720 607075
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Reviews of Diamonds Malindi

“Everything was perfect! The hotel was absolutely beautiful and very clean. All the staff were friendly, smiling, and incredibly kind. I had a wonderful stay.”

Clément DuvauxRead the whole review on Google

4.5out of 5, from 1,290 Google reviews

Questions about the venue

Where a number is our estimate, we say so.

Can we legally marry at Diamonds Malindi?
Yes. Legal ceremonies can be held on site, and outdoor ceremony locations are available within the private grounds and gardens.
How many guests can the venue seat?
The venue accommodates up to 250 guests for a seated dinner and up to 400 standing. The meeting and banquet space can be used for receptions, and both indoor and outdoor reception setups are possible.
What happens if it rains on the wedding day?
An indoor backup option is available, so an outdoor ceremony or reception can be moved inside.
How do guests get to the hotel?
The nearest airport is Malindi (MYD), roughly a 10-minute transfer from the hotel.
Are children welcome?
Yes, children are allowed. Room types include Deluxe Family Rooms and Masai Junior Suites with a maximum occupancy of 4.

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Sources and booking notes

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Sources for individual venue facts

  • Seated dinner: 250 guests

    “Suited for every occasion from a cocktail reception to a gala dinner for up to 400 guests, banquet seating in the Diamonds Ballroom for 250 and classroom-style meetings for up to 280 guests.”
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  • Standing reception: 400 guests

    “Diamonds Ballroom, one of the largest banqueting venues on the Kenyan coast can cater up to 400 guests.”
    Read the source for standing reception

  • Rooms: 130 rooms

    “With 130 rooms and suites, four restaurants, a spa and a kids club, it suits couples and families alike.”
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  • Room types: 9 listed

    “Masai Junior Suite”
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  • Legal ceremony on site: Yes

    “All of our Kenya, Zanzibar and Mozambique resorts offer our guests the chance to celebrate a legally binding wedding according to local law which can be recognised in their home country thanks to documents issued on the day.”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “Our private beaches and gardens are a perfect setting to host outdoor weddings and anniversaries adding a final touch of extraordinary stunning scenery, allowing guests the opportunity to dine under the shining night sky.””
    Read the source for outdoor ceremony

  • Indoor option if it rains: Yes

    “For those planning an event in the Coastal region our hotel offers large grounds of adaptable space, including a state of the art conference centre and outdoor venues.”
    Read the source for indoor option if it rains

  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Brides can choose from a wide range of dedicated menus.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “Our guests can choose and customize the welcome cocktail to welcome their guests in a unique and original way.”
    Read the source for bar on site

  • Children: Yes

    “Children welcome: Simba Kids Club, baby cots, high chairs and babysitting”
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  • Nearest airport: MYD, 10 min by car

    “• 10 min from Malindi -5Km from Malindi Airport (MYD)”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Diamonds Conference Center is the perfect stage to host any social event, from a gala dinner to a lavish wedding.”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “Our private beaches and gardens are a perfect setting to host outdoor weddings and anniversaries adding a final touch of extraordinary stunning scenery, allowing guests the opportunity to dine under the shining night sky.””
    Read the source for reception outdoors

  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “Diamonds Ballroom 400 na na 280 250 (stage+dancefloor) 435 sqm 4.2m”
    Read the source for space for dancing

  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “Throughout the hotels, enjoy a swim in one of our 4 pools or a refreshing workout in the fitness center before easing tired muscles with a massage at MVUA Spa.”
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  • Sea view: Yes

    “Surrounded by curated gardens and breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean, it’s a place where mornings begin with the scent of sea salt and days unfold in total serenity with spectacular golden sunsets.”
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  • Beach on foot: Yes

    “Beachfront”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “Located along Kenya’s picturesque Indian Ocean coastline, Diamonds Malindi enjoys a serene beachfront setting within tranquil tropical gardens and offers convenient access to key leisure and business attractions.”
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  • Private grounds: Yes

    “Our private beaches and gardens are a perfect setting to host outdoor weddings and anniversaries adding a final touch of extraordinary stunning scenery, allowing guests the opportunity to dine under the shining night sky.””
    Read the source for private grounds

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