enjoy real hospitality

planhotel group
Enjoy real hospitality

Each hotel in the Planhotel Company Portfolio operates under a management philosophy that may seem simplistic, but has proven to be very eective in outperforming our competition and exceeding our guests expectations. To succeed, we believe that we must be players, not spectators. When we uncover a problem that aects the quality of our service, we have the personal responsibility to solve it. When we discover a way to improve our operation we have the personal authority to implement it. Our employees pledge themselves to the achievement of complete guest satisfaction and are dedicated to the excellence in operation of our hotels. We look forward to the opportunity of welcoming you in one of our hotels in Maldives, Kenya, Zanzibar and Italy.

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Diamonds are innovative and upscale all-inclusive resorts. Our philosophy centers on listening to the individual needs of all our guests and responding with personalized services. Located in unique and idyllic destinations, the Diamonds resorts treat guests to a variety of all inclusive services, culinary jo urneys and exclusive features. Under the Planhotel umbrella Diamonds provide guests with an unmatched and extravagant all-inclusive vacation where no eort is spared to guarantee a truly satisfying and memorable holiday experience.

maldives
diamonds Athuruga Beach & Water Villas - diamonds Thudufushi Beach & Water Villas

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kenya
diamonds dream of africa diamonds malindi beach sandies tropical village sandies coconut village

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zanzibar
Sandies, part of the Planhotel group, are exciting all-inclusive resorts in desirable locations. At Sandies we believe in keeping things simple. With a friendly and harmonious atmosphere, highest consistency in quality and service we set new standards for the all inclusive holiday experience. Our warm welcomes makes our guests feel at home and our hands on and courteous service assures excellent value for money. A happy holiday with friends and family provided by Sandies in unique style, never overwhelming and always warm.
diamonds star of the east diamonds la gemma dellest diamonds dream of zanzibar sandies neptune pwani beach sandies mapenzi beach club

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italia
planhotel petit palais - milano planhotel hotel italia - cortona, tuscany

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exploreans ngorongoro lodge - tanzania exploreans mara rianta camp - kenya

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Exploreans are exceptional lodges that allow travelers to experience the unparalleled beauty of Africas most renowned wildlife nature parks and sanctuaries. Amidst sophisticated and deluxe surroundings combined with personalized service and a special touch the Exploreans provide guests with the ultimate all inclusive service safari accommodations and exhilarating wild life adventures whilst respectable sustainable ecotourism ideals.

mvua spa meeting & congress facilities spherique boutique

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maldives
Diamonds Athuruga Beach & Water Villas Diamonds udufushi Beach & Water Villas

Ari Atoll Diamonds Athuruga Beach & Water Villas Diamonds udufushi Beach & Water Villas

In the South Ari Atoll, approximately 50 nautical miles west of Male and 20 minutes ight from Hulule Airport, Diamonds Athuruga Beach & Water Villas and Diamonds udufushi Beach & Water Villas are the perfect place where you can listen to nature speaking the language of your dreams.

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Welcome to the newly built exclusive water villas set in the crystal clear lagoon where the sh dance and where the wind sings a song, or indulge under the palms in front of a restful beach bungalow. Listen to the music of the waves and the sound of the breeze, let your soul dance, this is pure paradise.

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Stroll through the open architecture of the resort with its natural wood and white curtains, gaze across the open lagoon and white powdery sand, soon the cool breeze will caress your skin and your imagination will oat into a world of divine comfort.

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Diamonds Dream of Africa Diamonds Malindi Beach Sandies Tropical Village Sandies Coconut Village

Kenya Malindi

Diamonds Dream of Africa Diamonds Malindi Beach Sandies Tropical Village Sandies Coconut Village

On the silvery northern shores of Malindi, in front of the marine park and 3 Km from the centre of the town, there are 4 Planhotel Resorts where you can nd the best of Africa at your disposal.

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Welcome to a resort where the enchanting power of nature blends in with the exotic style of the Indo-Arab buildings to oer you a mesmerizing charm, which in Swahili, is called bembeleza. Sit in the Balinese chaise lounges on your room terrace and listen to the sound of the wind rustling the palm trees, enjoy the music of the waves and let your heart dance in silence: your Dream of total relaxation has nally come true. Chose to dine on the open air terrace or inside the air conditioned restaurant, overlooking the swimming pool or at the A la carte restaurant serving a selection of seafood menus on the beach. Endowed with a centre of alassotherapy, a beauty centre and a gym with spectacular view on the ocean, the Dream Spa is the ideal place for the restoration and the maintenance of global prosperity.
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e lush tropical garden of the Diamonds Malindi Beach is a real Garden of Eden, where everything in this 23-room resort is at guests disposal. Enter your deluxe room with its African-Arabian furniture, gaze at the garden or the sea and prepare to dream about everything you will be doing the next morning: a safari, a visit to a real Masai village, a snorkelling trip in the Marine Park or a weekend on Lamu island. Additional facilities include 1 restaurant with table dhte service and 2 bars serving a large selection of cocktails, cool drinks, snacks and fresh fruit during the day to revitalize after a windsurf lesson or a thalassotherapy full body treatment at the nearby Dream Spa.
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Sandies Tropical Village oer an exclusive launch pad to the wonders of Kenya. Paper-white buildings with palm-thatched roofs watch over the resorts animated garden in the form of a Masai Manyatta Village where you will nd towering Neem trees, lazy Bougainvilleas and peeking monitor lizards. Life is easy in this wonder.

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Embraced in a charming oasis of tranquillity the resort features 109 garden rooms, 2 restaurants and 3 bars. Evenings are spent under buttermilk skies watching the in-house performers entertain the guests. rough the day you can join them in archery, beach volley, ai stretching or challenge yourself in a coconut throwing competition.

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Walk along the edge of the pool with its spectacular view over the Indian Ocean, and then through the lush tropical garden; you will soon discover the charm of this Planhotel Village, where you can rely on our all-inclusive service. When sun rises, you can dive into the ocean, take a walk on the white sand then lie on a sun bed or relax on the comfortable African sofas outside your deluxe room. Challenge yourself in one of the many water sports activities oered at the nearby sister hotel, compete in an archery tournament or just enjoy refreshing drink around the pool. is is the tropical way to schedule your day.
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Diamonds Star of the East Diamonds La Gemma dellEst Diamonds Dream of Zanzibar Sandies Neptune Pwani Beach Sandies Mapenzi Beach Club

Zanzibar

Diamonds Star of the East Diamonds La Gemma dellEst Diamonds Dream of Zanzibar Sandies Neptune Pwani Beach Sandies Mapenzi Beach Club

Palm trees fringing powdery white beaches, warm waters of the Indian Ocean embracing its shores, hand-sewn sails of traditional wooden shing dhows, swaying coconut palm trees, lush tropical gardens - this is magical Zanzibar. On the east or northern coast of the island, Planhotel Resorts oer guests a truly memorable vacation.

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A magnicent private sanctuary of eleven exclusive villas with its own plunge pool and a tastefully furnished terrace, a covered Makuti patio and a large tropical garden to enjoy exclusive privacy and the supreme view over the Indian Ocean and the famous Zanzibar sunset.

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e villas are named after eleven of the most precious gems in the world to match the modern and contemporary African style architecture. Personal butler service, a private beach and unmatched all-inclusive services accommodate the most discerning traveller with the ultimate in comfort, privacy and luxury. Literally everything and anything you could dream of is catered for at the very highest level of all-inclusive services including access to all facilities, restaurants and bars of Diamonds La Gemma dellEst.

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Set within exotic, tropical gardens and waterfalls inviting guests to enjoy the pristine view over the Indian Ocean, Diamonds La Gemma dellEst is located on the north-western shores of magical Zanzibar. is enchanting, luxurious and environmentally friendly resort has a total of 138 rooms, all with private terrace and with sea view. e 4 restaurants, 3 bars and oriental caf oer a vast array of international and local cuisine, combining notable service with culinary excellence. For the active guests or business with pleasure the resort oers additional facilities, an international diving centre, a fully equipped water sports centre, an open air gym, a Spherique Boutique, the Baobab Congress Centre, and the Mvua African Rain Spa.

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Located on the East Coast of Zanzibar, Diamonds Dream of Zanzibar is a superb 5 star all inclusive Resort nestled in the midst of exotic gardens on the beach front at Pwani Machangani overlooking the turquoise water of the Indian Ocean. e exclusive and elegant atmosphere of the hotel is perfect for guests avid of a perfect hideaway.

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Diamonds Dream of Zanzibar oers 104 deluxe gardens rooms, 40 ocean view junior suites, 10 additional junior suites with Jacuzzi and 3 beach villas with private pool. 5 Restaurants oer guests an exceptional variety of dining options and 3 bars feature relaxing environments to enjoy refreshing drinks and cocktails. Additional facilities include the Mvua African Rain Spa, an indoor gym, conference facilities, a water sports centre and a multisport court.

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Friendly and spacious, Sandies Neptune Pwani Beach is an ideal choice for guests in search of a retreat that oers the special touch, matched with attention to the nest of details. e Resort has been meticulously created, emulating traditional Zanzibar style, using the best in local design, interiors, furnishing, meeting top international standards.

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e Resort features 150 rooms all with terrace and ocean view, situated in 2 level blocks and 4 individual beachfront suites with in-room Jacuzzi. Facilities include 3 restaurants, 2 bars, the Mvua African Rain Spa, a Spherique Boutique, conference room and facilities and a water sports centre.

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While admiring the luxurious gardens with tall palm trees and colourful bougainvillea or the sparkling waters of the Indian Ocean, the deluxe 87 rooms of Sandies Mapenzi Beach Club will ensure that you envisage the sheer beauty of tropical nature.

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Stroll through the gardens to the emerald waters of the Indian Ocean, stretch out on a sun bed, bathe in the blue pool or challenge yourself in one of the many activities or water sports oered by the local animation team. Dining facilities include a main buet restaurant, a beach pizzeria, and la carte restaurant and 2 bars oering refreshing drinks, snacks and cocktails in the evening.

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italia
Planhotel Petit Palais - Milano Planhotel Hotel Italia - Cortona, Tuscany

Planhotel Petit Palais Milano

Planhotel Hotel Italia Cortona

Whether in the exciting city of fashion & design of Milan or in the timeless elegance of the Tuscan village of Cortona, Planhotel Hotels embody a true home away from home for discerning guests and business travelers alike.

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Planhotel Petit Palais - Milano

Surrounded by the pulsating heart of Milan, just 10 minutes walking from Piazza Duomo, Petit Palais Hotel de Charme, an elegant 17th century mansion, has been recently converted into a charming and cosy small apartment hotel, where all the expectations of modern conveniences are met, within the atmosphere of a private stately home. A remarkable attention to detail distinguishes each of the 18 individually decorated Junior Suites and Suites, especially the 3 Suites each with its own private terrace or access to the delightful patio. Petit Palais is a rened boutique hotel where you can breathe the ambience of a private residence, highlighted with luscious tapestries, Murano chandeliers, oriental rugs, wooden- marble- or typical Lombard terracotta oors, customized porcelain, crystal glassware and marble pillars.
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Planhotel Hotel Italia - Cortona, Tuscany

From a high Tuscan hill, fty miles from Florence between Arezzo and Perugia, rises the equally ancient and noble city of Cortona..... described Giacomo Lauro in 1639. Since then, time seems to have stopped in this enchanting Tuscan village. Embedded in the fascinating alleys of the centre of this city of art, Hotel Italia oers its guests the unique experience of living the atmosphere of an ancient Tuscan palace of 1600. e cotto oors, the exposed wood-beam ceilings, the arches separating the dierent areas of the hotel and the breathtaking view on the Val di Chiana of the breakfast room will enchant you and unveil the charm and uniqueness of the Tuscan warm hospitality.

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mara rianta camp

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kenya

Set in 50 acres of virgin Tanzanian bush in the Ngorongoro volcanic landscape this all suites wood log cabin style retreat is located a few steps from the Game Reserve Gate and 20 minutes drive away from the Ngorongoro Crater that is said to have the most dense concentration of wildlife in Africa . is all inclusive property features 25 spacious private log cabins with re place, a restaurant, a bar and conference facilities. Indulge in moments of relaxation at the swimming pool or at the Mvua African Rain Spa after a full-day game drive.

e perfect base for your exclusive Safari adventure is the Exploreans Mara Rianta luxury tented Camp Nestled in the hearth of the North Conservation Masai Mara Reserve. Immersed in the original bush among indigenous plantations and trees, the 20 luxury tents are directly overlooking the Mara River, which winds itself around the camp with gently owing waters surrounded with wild life and teeming with large groups of Hippos. Soothe your body and mind with a relaxing and invigorating massage at the Mvua African Rain Spa or enjoy an al fresco lunch or an evening BBQs around the pool complemented by activities of Masai dancing and talks on the Masai culture.

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In Africa, rain gives life and life depends on it. Rain is the gift that brings simple wealth to the earth and all those on it. Rain refreshes in the still heat of the day, it cools thirsty land, awakens the senses and sharpens the aromas of the bush. Capturing the beauty and magic of African dcor, Mvua African Rain Spa blends earthy colors and dramatic images to evoke a sensory journey and invites guest to built a personal experience in its calming space. Here you will nd everything you need to soothe body and mind. At Mvua African Rain Spa we utilize indigenous moisture - nourishing natural ingredients and other native resources such as plants, owers, salt, grains, spices, wild honey and raw sugar. Our tempting choices of treatments are based on ancient African, Asian and European traditions designed to soothe the spirit, rejuvenate the body and enrich the mind. MVUA - AFRICAN RAIN SPA: Diamonds Dream of Africa, Kenya - Diamonds La Gemma dellEst, Zanzibar Diamonds Dream of Zanzibar, Zanzibar - Sandies Neptune Pwani Beach, Zanzibar - Sandies Mapenzi Beach Club, Zanzibar. SERENA SPA: Diamonds Athuruga Beach & Water Villas , Maldives - Diamonds
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meeting & congress facilities

Planhotel Convention Centres caters to all conference, meeting, banqueting or incentive requirements. Organizing and catering services are available along with premium table settings, meeting amenities and the latest audio-video systems. Planhotel meeting rooms are the venue of choice for business meetings and intimate social events. Our professional sta of catering executives will customize all of your specialty menus for any corporate, convention, or social gathering. Baobab Congress Center - Diamonds La Gemma dellEst, Zanzibar e Arabesque Congress Center - Diamonds Dream of Zanzibar, Zanzibar Neptune Congress Center - Sandies Neptune Pwani Beach, Zanzibar Dream Meeting Room - Diamonds Dream of Africa, Kenya Tropical Meeting Room - Sandies Tropical Village, Kenya

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Amazing customers with a unique shopping experience in stunning locations around the world.
e Spherique philosophy is to ensure the highest quality in every aspect of our boutiques. Personnel are carefully selected and trained so our customers can enjoy the best professional service. Spherique sources only the nest products by travelling extensively from small villages in ailand, where we purchase quality local handicrafts such as hand-woven silks and mother-of-pearl, to the small local markets in Africa that sell inimitable artefacts crafted from wood and stone. Where possible we select items made by local associations, which support people with disabilities. Years of experience means Spherique understands exactly what customers want and need, which is why our boutiques now also feature more exotic brands to satisfy even the most discerning customers. Our focus on quality begins with our boutique interiors. ey are all designed by internationally recognised specialist architects and made with the best natural materials from the local area. No one can resist our exciting, colourful window displays and once inside we ensure our customers enjoy absolute comfort with spacious tting rooms. We guarantee that our boutiques always oer an excellent selection from the latest collections.

Our Shops: MALDIVES: Diamonds Athuruga Beach & Water Villas - Diamonds udufushi Beach & Water Villas Conrad Maldives Rangali - Waldorf Astoria Beach House Manafaru - Constance Halaveli Resort - Constance Moofushi Resort KENYA: Diamonds Dream of Africa - Sandies Tropical Village - Sandies Coconut Village ZANZIBAR: Diamonds La Gemma dellEst - Sandies Neptune Pwani Beach - Sandies Mapenzi Beach Club Our Brands: BRICS - CHEMISE - TROPEZIENNE - EMAMO - FACCONABLE - FINE COLLECTION - GIORGIO ARMANI GREVI - LA PERLA - HARTFORD - JIM THOMPSON - KIWI - LENNY - LUXOTICA - MILOS - PAIN DE SUCRE SAFILO - VILEBREQUIN

One more way to enjoy your stay.

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contacts
Diamonds Athuruga Beach & Water Villas P.O. Box 2019, South Ari Atoll, Republic of the Maldives Tel + 960 6680508, Fax + 960 6680574 email info.athuruga@planhotel.com Diamonds udufushi Beach & Water Villas P.O. Box 2019, South Ari Atoll, Republic of the Maldives Tel + 960 6680583, Fax + 960 6680515 email info.athuruga@planhotel.com Diamonds Dream of Africa P.O. Box 68, Casuarina Road, Malindi, Kenya Tel + 254 42 31728, Fax + 254 42 30747 email info.dreamofafrica@planhotel.com Diamonds Malindi Beach P.O. Box 868, Casuarina Road, Malindi, Kenya Tel + 254 42 30714, Fax + 254 42 31872 email info.malindi@planhotel.com Sandies Tropical Village P.O. Box 68, Casuarina Road, Malindi, Kenya Tel + 254 42 20444, Fax + 254 42 31872 email info.tropical@planhotel.com Sandies Coconut Village P.O. Box 868, Casuarina Road, Malindi, Kenya Tel + 254 42 30714, Fax + 254 42 31872 email info.coconut@planhotel.com Diamonds Star of the East P.O. Box 2019, Nungwi Road, Zanzibar, Tanzania Tel +255 24 22 40087, Fax +255 24 22 40089 email info.sote@planhotel.com Diamonds La Gemma dellEst P.O. Box 2019, Nungwi Road, Zanzibar, Tanzania Tel +255 24 22 40087, Fax +255 24 22 40089 email info.gemma@planhotel.com Diamonds Dream of Zanzibar Mahonda, Zanzibar, Tanzania Tel +255 759 596 666, Fax +255 759 597 777 email info.dreamofzanzibar@planhotel.com Sandies Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa P.O. Box 3400, Pwani Mchangani, Zanzibar, Tanzania Tel. +255 (0)774 567893/4/5 email info.neptune@planhotel.ch Sandies Mapenzi Beach P.O. Box 100, Mahonda, Zanzibar Tel + 255 774 414268, Fax +255 774 419398 email info.mapenzi@planhotel.com Planhotel Petit Palais Via Molino delle Armi 1, 20123, Milano Tel. +39 02584891, Fax. +39 0258440732 email: info@petitpalais.it Planhotel Hotel Italia Via Ghibellina 5/7, 52044, Cortona (AR), Italy Tel. +39 0575 630254, Fax. +39 0575 605763 email: hotelitalia@planhotel.com
Exploreans Mara Rianta Camp Malindi Diamonds Dream of Africa Diamonds Malindi Beach Sandies Tropical Village Sandies Coconut Village Planhotel Petit Palais Milano Planhotel Hotel Italia Cortona

Maldives - Ari Atoll Diamonds udufushi Beach & Water Villas Maldives - Ari Atoll Diamonds Athuruga Beach & Water Villas

Kenya Zanzibar

Exploreans Ngorongoro Lodge

Diamonds Star of the East Diamonds La Gemma dellEst Diamonds Dream of Zanzibar Sandies Neptune Pwani Beach & Spa Sandies Mapenzi Beach Club

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Exploreans Ngorongoro Lodge - Tanzania Karatu, Arusha Region P.O Box: 6222, Arusha, Tanzania email info.ngoro@planhotel.com
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Exploreans Mara Rianta Camp - Kenya Cismara Koiyaki Dagurugurueiti P.O Box 741 Narok, Kenya email info.mara@planhotel.com

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