Alfajiri Villas, Diani Beach

This truly special villa resort, standing in a secluded location on low cliffs above the northern stretch of Diani Beach's white sands, is renowned as Kenya's most exclusive and private beach retreat. Alfajiri means dawn in Swahili and each of the three majestic villas faces east across the Indian Ocean and offers its guests a one of kind luxury experience in Kenya.

There's unique styling at Alfajiri, and an informality to the luxury, with each of the villas bringing something different. The four bedroom Cliff Villa is classically stylish and offers magnificent views from the floor to ceiling windows of the Turret master suite. The four bedroom Garden Villa, as the name implies, is set amongst the tropical gardens, and the three bedroom Beach Villa embraces African design with a high Makuti roof. Each villa features butler service and a private pool. Alluringly romantic, the villas are a fine choice for a honeymoon, and are equally attractive to small parties of friends or families looking to celebrate a special occasion.

Meals are served privately at each villa from a bespoke menu, paired with the finest South African wines, and designed to suit the preferences and tastes of each guest. Fresh produce is sourced from local farms, and fresh seafood is brought in daily: yellow fin tuna, dorado and snapper. Children's menus can easily be accommodated and different dining times arranged.

Thoughtful details are an integral part of a holiday at Alfajiri: daily massages, a vehicle and driver to take guests anywhere along the Diani Beach strip, and nannies on hand to entertain children of all ages. Amongst the available activities there is snorkelling in the lagoon and on the coral reef, use of lodge's own sailing punts, diving, kite and wind surfing, dhow cruising, golf and quad biking. Visits to the forests and waterfalls of the Shimba Hills National Park can also be arranged. A gym and sauna at a nearby hotel are also available to guests staying at Alfajiri.

Alfajiri is a supremely luxurious beach hideaway with superb personal service, privacy, the finest cuisine and the ability to tailor make an exclusive holiday to match guests' wishes.