We have just returned from two weeks at the Cove Retreat south of Mombasa and are in the depths of depression at having to leave. It's a good 20 minutes drive past the last hotel down an ever diminishing track. After the flight and the trip through rush hour in Mombasa I was envious of the couple getting out while... more

Just got back from an amazing stay at the Cove. We weren't sure what to expect and after a long day travelling after safari the doubts began to kick in when we travelled along the bumpy road to the cove. As soon as we arrived we were completely blown away! The cove truly is a very special place. If you... more

Stunning location, completely unique concept and genuine lovely people. Totally not your average 5 star resort but worthy non the less of its rating. Arrive open minded and just relax and you won't be dissapointed! more

Dear reader, In case you are thinking twice about spending your honeymoon at the cove, DON'T!. We have just got back from 7 days there and it was fantastic. The treehouses are trully unique and very comfortable. The jaccuzi which you can have every day is definitely a highlight.. The service at the hotel is fantastic. The food is great.... more

Myself and my fiancee stayed at the cove for 10 nights after an exhausting 5 night safari, I had read the reviews before going and was confident that it would be amazing but it surpassed all my expectations (and as a former travel agent i have a lot!!). On the drive from Mombassa airport I did get a bit nervy... more

Me and my new wife came to the cove after 5 days on safari, we arrived at 21:30 and were greeted by very nice staff with a drink waiting for us and a 3 course meal, the staff were amazing from the start and they are great people we would go back just to see them! We were so tired... more

We got married at the Cove after a 9 day safari. The Cove is truely a little bit of paradise! Our treehouse was amazing! The staff were fantastic! All the staff at the Cove made our wedding a perfect stress free day. The food was lovely and the staff very friendly and helpful. We are thankful to them for making... more

My husband and I decided to celebratie our wedding anniverary and his birthday with a safari followed by ten days at the cove. It was the most beautiful, pampered and hedonistic holiday we have experienced to date. Cannot fault the facilities or the staff who are all wonderful people and who, along with the other guests we met and befriended... more

JAMBO EVERYONE!!We safaried in Kenya & moved onto THE COVE for our honeymoon. We found paradise at THE COVE & have already booked to go back next year. The people, the setting, the staff, the weather, the tree house, the service, the tranquility-THE COVE RETREAT HAS THE LOT!!!(in abundance) I exchanged email addresses with our butler Raphael before we left... more