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Medina Palms

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and 3 outdoor pools
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

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3 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Terrace/patio
Luxury Villa | Front of property
Poolside bar
Couples treatment room(s), body treatments, hot stone massages

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The price is AU$874
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan

Room options

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Villa with Private Pool

Villa with Private Pool

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Select Comfort bed
3 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

One-Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 93 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Luxury Villa

Highlights

Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Select Comfort bed
3 bedrooms
  • 416 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms

Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Large Single Beds

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Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Select Comfort bed
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Duplex Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Select Comfort bed
  • 279 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Bed
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

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Spa
Kids pool
Parking included
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (46)
The price is AU$587
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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About the area

Map
Plot 2, Turtle Bay Road, Watamu

What's nearby

  • Prawn Lake - 1 min walk
  • Watamu Beach - 17 min walk
  • Mida Creek - 4 min drive
  • Watamu Marine National Park - 5 min drive
  • Ruins of Gedi - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪PilliPan - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Licht Haus - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casa Tex Mex - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Papa Remo Ristorante - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪crab shack - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Medina Palms

Luxury family-friendly hotel near the bay
A free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Medina Palms. Indulge in a body treatment, a massage and a body scrub at the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants. In addition to a garden and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 3 outdoor pools with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A shopping centre shuttle, express check-out and babysitting (surcharge)
  • 2 meeting rooms, a gift shop and free newspapers
Room features
All 50 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and childcare services
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Kitchenettes, a personal chef and full-sized fridge/freezers

Languages

English, Italian, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Books
  • Children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Highchair
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 1,300 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Medina Palms Hotel
Medina Palms Watamu
Medina Palms Hotel Watamu

Frequently asked questions

Does Medina Palms have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Medina Palms?

As of 15 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Medina Palms on 29 Jan 2025 start from AU$873.66, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Medina Palms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Medina Palms?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Medina Palms?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Medina Palms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Medina Palms located?

This family-friendly Watamu hotel is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Prawn Lake and Watamu Beach. Mida Creek and Watamu Marine National Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Magda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I will definitely revisit
The hotel is amazing, very clean and the staff are friendly and provide quality service. One thing that was not very good was the food prices. Lunch and dinner as well as drinks cost a lot and often not quite adequate to quality. However, I did recommend the hotel to friends already :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dhruti

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff who were most helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

LINDA

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely establishment for a quiet rejuvenating get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fatuma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend one of the best resort I have ever stayed (:
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Madina Palms was simply outstanding from the time we checked in all the way through to check out. Our experience at this hotel was flawless. A special shout out to the entire team who work so hard to make the dream happen. We will visit again whenever we find ourselves in beautiful Watamu. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pape

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were excellent. Kids loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Sydney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This must rate as one of the best hotels i have ever stayed in. The food is fabulous. An outdoor restaurant. Great seafood. The room was great. Clean and beautiful. I really liked it. The facilities are great. A beach and lovely swimming pools. I will go back for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
This is a great peaceful hotel with fantastic staff and great rooms. The private beach area was a highlight with it’s only little bar and restaurant
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Philip

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Watson Safari
We only stayed for two nights after a week on safari and it was the perfect place to re-group and relax before our next adventure. Highly recommend Medina Palms for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Miki

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful resort. The staff were even better. Do not hesitant to book, you will not regret it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean Claude

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
best service
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a short stay but we enjoyed it overall. The staff was great and friendly. It is also kid friendly. Their service was effortless and went out of their way. The food was great. I would recommend this resort anytime. We will back but for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The apartments are wonderful, it’s stocked with everything. Ann, Peter, Bosch just make you feel like you’re home; the food is such a huge and tasty spread, the pools are fantastic, always clean, beautifully clear and less than a minute walk from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fabio

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bella struttura, con camera penthouse da 280mq veramente bella. Personale disponibile e simpatico
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Erinomainen, eksklusiivinen paikka
Palvelu pelaa hienosti ja ystävällistä henkilökuntaa riittää. Avarat huoneistot ja useita mahdollisuuksia rentoutumiseen. Hotellilla ei sallita "äänekästä" elämää (musiikkikaiuttimet yms) mm. altailla. Hyvä aamupala.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

WELLY

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superbe expérience, service merveilleux, personnel chaleureux et très très beau cadre. Je reviendrai définitivement!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ayelén

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Espectacular ! Volveremos !!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021