Medina Palms
Turtle Bay Road, 80212 Watamu, Kenya – Excellent location - show map
Medina Palms
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Located on Watamu beach, the luxury Medina Palms features unique architecture and a tropical garden, outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and views of the Indian Ocean. Free WiFi is offered in public areas. With views of the garden and pool, the elegant and spacious suites come complete with air conditioning and feature a lounge and dining area, flat-screen satellite TV and kitchenette. Each have a private entrance and some suites offer a hot tub. At Medina Palms there is the à la carte Amandina Restaurant, Star Lounge which offers shisha, cocktails and sunsets views towards the distant Tsavo National Park. Other facilities at the resort include a kids' club, fitness centre and the Sakina Spa which offers an array of treatments and massages. The resort is 25 km from the Malindi Airport and 126 km from the Moi International Airport.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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- 3 swimming pools
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Spa and wellness centre
- Bar
- Private beach area
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Guests who stayed here loved
Ds
United Kingdom“Beautiful, cosy hotel. Large rooms (more like apartments with fully furnished kitchens and living room). Pools were really nice, Flora and Fauna made the experience a little wilder. Staff were amazing.”
Henri
Finland“Great staff and good hotel rooms/apartments. Clean surroundings. Good and peaceful location with nice beach area.”
Matteo
Italy“Very friendly and professional staff. The resort is amazing, very well maintained, with impressive vegetation.”
Amy
United States“The staff were unquestionably the highlight of the Medina. Amazingly helpful, warm, nice. We also loved the options for pools. The rooms were fantastic, though AC in all rooms would be even better.”
Shirley
South Africa“I had a pleasant stay staff were kind and friendly especially Vivian and Silas the best”- Abdulmalek
Kenya“Not great variety, presentation. Seen much better breakfast buffets elsewhere.” 
Japhet United Kingdom“The breakfast was good, enough choice and plentiful. The coffee was very good. Unfortunately the Mahamurri and other pastries did not appear to be fresh. The omlettes and pancakes were very good. The beach was unusable due to the huge amount of...”
Marggy Kenya“The Hotel Have Several Swimming Pools With Different Depth.”- Kemi United Kingdom“Friendly and helpful staff. Rooms were cleaned daily.”
Nick United Kingdom“Everything was really really nice. Only one small and it's a very small complaint and that is the in-house message that I received wasn't really up to standard. I paid 8, 000 Kenyan shillings for 1 hours massage and it really wasn't deep tissue...”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Is your private beach next to the property or do I need to use a means of transportation to go there?
Our private beach is next to the property, you do not need transportation to get there.Answered on 28 October 2019What if I just want to have lunch with friends
Our restaurant and bars are open for all but our pools are for Medina residents only.Answered on 23 February 2020Can i self cater? How much will it be?
Our rates are inclusive of breakfast, however for other meals there is a fully furnished and working kitchen in all our accommodation options where yo..Answered on 17 October 2019Hi, do you have free cots for babies below 1 years old
Good morning Yes, we do. Kind Regards Medina PalmsAnswered on 27 January 2024Does this room have sea view How far from the beach
Our one bedroom suites are garden and pool facing. We are a beachfront hence 2 minutes walk to the beach.Answered on 17 July 2020Is there wifi and is there airport shuttle from malindi Airport ???
We have WIFI with the resort, we also offer transfer from Malindi Airport @USD 38 per car one way and from MOI airport @USD 110 per car one way.Answered on 1 April 2022- Still looking?
Property surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Amandina
- CuisineAfrican • Italian • Mediterranean • Asian
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan
Resort facilities of Medina PalmsGreat facilities! Review score, 9.1
- 3 swimming pools
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Spa and wellness centre
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Private bathroom
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun terrace
- Private beach area
- Terrace
- Garden
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Beach
- Kids' clubAdditional charge
- Water sport facilities on site
- SnorkellingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Cycling
- HikingAdditional charge
- CanoeingAdditional charge
- Windsurfing
- Table tennis
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Golf course (within 3 km)Additional charge
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid meals
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Accessible parking
- Public transport ticketsAdditional charge
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles
- Babysitting/child servicesAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Air conditioning
- Car hire
- Packed lunches
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun umbrellas
- Open all year
- Adult only
- Infinity pool
- Pool with view
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Personal trainer
- Fitness classes
- Fitness
- Spa/wellness packages
- Foot bath
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Spa facilities
- Light therapy
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa and wellness centreAdditional charge
- Fitness centre
- English
- Italian
House rulesMedina Palms takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Medina Palms in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
FAQs about Medina Palms
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Medina Palms has 1 restaurant:
- Amandina
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Medina Palms is 1.2 miles from the centre of Watamu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Medina Palms offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Snorkelling
- Table tennis
- Diving
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Windsurfing
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Beachfront
- Kids' club
- Light therapy
- Happy hour
- Pedicure
- Walking tours
- Foot bath
- Beach
- Waxing services
- Personal trainer
- Private beach area
- Swimming Pool
- Body scrub
- Bike tours
- Fitness
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Beauty Services
- Water sport facilities on site
- Spa facilities
- Body treatments
- Spa/wellness packages
- Manicure
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Body wrap
- Fitness classes
- Facial treatments
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The prices at Medina Palms may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Guests staying at Medina Palms can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.1).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Buffet
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The nearest beach is just 350 yards from Medina Palms. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at Medina Palms include:
- Suite
- Villa
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Check-in at Medina Palms is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
