BRESI OVERVIEW: Diani Residences by CityBlue was officially announced at FHS Africa
- Large-scale coastal development: The Diar Group and Staroot Real Estate plan to build 400–500 residential units across five acres in Diani Beach, Kenya.
- Branded residences: The project will operate under the CityBlue platform, drawing on the group’s track record in hospitality-led residential developments across Africa.
- A unit mix that caters to investors and end users: The development will offer one- and two-bedroom apartments targeting both investors and owner-occupiers.
- Comprehensive amenities: Facilities include pools, a fitness centre, spa, meeting spaces, paddle courts, and children’s recreational areas.
- F&B: A signature restaurant will anchor the dining offering, with additional flexible spaces for casual and private use.
CityBlue Hotels Announces Launch of Diani Beach Residences by CityBlue
The Diar Group in partnership with Staroot Real Estate, is pleased to announce a proposed collaboration to develop and operate Diani Residences by CityBlue, a landmark mixed-use residential and hospitality development in Diani Beach.
The project was unveiled at the Future Hospitality Summit Africa in Nairobi on 1 April 2026.
Set on approximately five acres, the project is envisioned as a flagship lifestyle destination comprising between 400 and 500 contemporary residential units.
The development will feature a thoughtfully curated mix of one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, designed to meet the evolving needs of both investors and end-users seeking high-quality coastal living experiences.
The project will be branded under the Residences by CityBlue platform, leveraging the extensive experience of CityBlue in managing hospitality-led residential developments across Africa. Known for its operational excellence and performance-driven approach, Diani Residences by CityBlue is expected to be the benchmark for integrated living within Kenya’s coastal real estate market.
The development will include multiple swimming pools, a fully equipped fitness centre, spa facilities, conferences and meeting spaces, children’s recreational areas, paddle courts, and curated food and beverage experiences.
A signature restaurant concept will anchor the culinary offering, supported by flexible dining spaces designed to accommodate both casual and private dining experiences.
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About CityBlue Hotels
CityBlue was born in 2013 and In the years since it was established, the company has built a reliable and passionate team of local and international professionals from the ground up; instilling discipline, growing standards and fostering a sense of family.
CityBlue’s portfolio features four sub-brands which together capture the group spirit: Urban by CityBlue, Residences by CityBlue, CityBlue Hotel & Suites and CityBlue Collection. Learn more
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