153 reviews
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$300Turtle Bay Road , Watamu, 80212, Kenya
153 reviews
1/51
Private pool
Spa/Wellness packages
Restaurant
Beachfront
Private beach area
Outdoor swimming pool
Business center
Free Private Parking
Medina Palms is a five-star resort perched along Turtle Bay Road in Watamu, Kenya, just 1.3mi from the city center. This beachfront refuge offers a private beach area (free) and direct access to the turquoise waters, plus an outdoor swimming pool (free) for sun-soaked days. On-site experiences include water sports facilities (free) and a range of comfortable room features such as air conditioning, balconies or terraces with garden views, and options with kitchen, kitchenware, and kitchenette. Free perks include private parking and WiFi, while accessibility is supported with non-smoking rooms and wheelchair-friendly design.
Dining and wellness are covered with a restaurant, bar, and spa/wellness packages. Families can enjoy a Kids' club (extra charges) and Kids' meals (free), while water adventures come via snorkeling (extra charges) or on-site water sports (free). For business and events, a free business center and meeting/banquet facilities (extra charges) are available, and convenient transport options include shuttle service (extra charges) and airport shuttle (extra charges). On-site perks include a 24-hour front desk, private parking (free), Parking On Site (free), a fitness center (free) with a personal trainer, plus a terrace and sun deck for sun-soaked moments.
Address: Turtle Bay Road, Watamu, Kenya. Located in Watamu, Kenya, about 1.3mi from the city center. Reviews total 153, and the property carries a five-star rating.
Dining and wellness anchor the stay, with Amandina restaurant offering African, Italian, Mediterranean, and Asian cuisines in a family-friendly, modern setting, complemented by a bar and spa/wellness packages. For families, Kids' meals are free, while a Kids' club is available for an additional charge. Water adventures add options like snorkeling (extra charges) or on-site water sports (free).
Three pools provide options for every mood: two adults-only pools with a shallow end and views, plus an all-ages infinity pool. A fitness center (free) with a personal trainer helps keep workouts on track, while a terrace and sun deck invite sun-filled moments. On-site perks include a 24-hour front desk and private parking (free).
Business and events are supported by a free business center and meeting/banquet facilities (extra charges). Transport options include shuttle service (extra charges) and airport shuttle (extra charges). Payment methods accepted include cash and Visa, Discover, Mastercard, and UnionPay.
Closest airports
Malindi Airport
11.1miVipingo Airport
34.1miMombasa Airport
54.5miPrivate pool
Spa/Wellness packages
Restaurant
Beachfront
Private beach area
Outdoor swimming pool
Business center
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Fitness center
Water sports facilities on site
Beach
Air conditioning
Bar
Sun deck
Tour desk
Parking On Site
Terrace
Personal trainer
24-hour front desk
Kitchen
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach chairs/Loungers
Garden view
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
Kids' meals
Garden
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Balcony
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Villa, 3 Bedroom
2 King Size Beds
1 Sofa Bed
2 Twin Beds
4400 sqft
Private pool
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
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Deluxe Suite
1 King Size Bed
2 Twin Beds
1495 sqft
Garden view
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
x4
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Duplex Suite
1 King Size Bed
2 Twin Beds
3195 sqft
Private pool
Garden view
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
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Villa
3 Double Beds
1 Twin Bed
2 Sofa Beds
4800 sqft
Private Bathroom
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Suite, 1 Bedroom
1 King Size Bed
1000 sqft
Garden view
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
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8.7
153 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Comfort
Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Featured reviews:
Magda
9.1
July 2025
This hotel was wonderful. The pools were always clean and the infinity pool at the end was beautiful. The staff & service were exceptional. They were accomodating and were very friendly. They decorated our suite with beautiful flowers for a birthday that was being celebrated. It was such a lovely surprise and there was a lot of effort put into it. The breakfast was always good with many options to choose from at the buffet. You could also order off the menu at any time.
We were dissappointed at all the seaweed that had accumulated on the beach. It didn't make it inviting to go down to the water. The only other disappointing factor was the pizza oven was not working and needed to be repaired. We had hoped that it would have been back up and running so we could have tried the pizza.
Aliwa
10
June 2025
The staff: Peter, Gideon, Juma and Patrick at reception were courteous, fulfilled all our wishes and communicated very well with the relevant departments. We immediately felt at home. As I am vegan, it is a bit difficult for me here in Kenya to always choose something from the menu. The waiter Dena was very courteous, understanding, helpful and very knowledgeable. He went through the menu with me every day and always gave me very good advice so that the chef could cook it. Employees like him should be encouraged and appreciated more. Waiter Robert always gave us something to laugh about at the bar and the drinks were very good. No headaches the next day, he was a pleasure to work with. Many thanks to Sofia from the breakfast service, she always had a smile on her face and sweetened our day so we could start the day well. Margaret's pancakes are a must at Medina Palms, they are delicious. Mercy, our housekeeping queen. She wowed us every day with new room decorations Always very lovingly done now I can say I have always slept on cloud nine at Medina Palms. Thank you, Queen Mercy. An appeal to the management of Medina Palms staff to show more encouragement and appreciation the facilities and location are not worth 5 stars for me. The heart of Medina Palms is the staff. Thank you so much to All. Dr.Christine A
Wenig Vegan/ vegetarische Auswahl beim Frühstück .
Diman
10
March 2025
High-end hotel with nice ambience, friendly staff, spacious and clean rooms and comfortable beds. We stayed for 4 nights at Median Palms and we really had time to relax and recharge after the safari we did before. We've been pleasantly surprised by at the checkin when they upgraded our room to a spacious villa. Additionally, there is a a water sports center on the beach where our kids took wind-surfing lessons.
The breakfast could be more creative but overall it was good. The service in the on-site restaurant in slow (as we have experienced in every place we dined out in Kenya)
Ds
9.1
November 2024
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.
Check in was a little weird as the taxi had to wait till we checked in and then take us to our room. Hotel should really use their own transport to take us. If we had known better we would have booked just one apartment which has 3 beds. We didnt know the structure/layout so we ended up spending double ish the money.
Shirley
10
December 2023
I had a pleasant stay staff were kind and friendly especially Vivian and Silas the best
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Japhet
9.1
December 2023
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 seaweed which was disappointing. The general areas pool etc were lovely and the beach bar was great for a sundowner. We enjoyed our stay and hopefully will return. The staff were amazing.
As above the pastries in the breakfast restaurant could be better and the seaweed was way too much you couldnt even walk on the beach infront of the hotel as the seaweed was so deep, but maybe this was due to the rains.
Amy
8.2
April 2024
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.
It was a little hard to get to and into the ocean the way the entry is set up, and the beach restaurant is not really on the beach. Breakfast good but could use a little more variety. Also we needed to use the golf cart to get there due to a mobility issue but there was no one to drive it after 5.
Guy
9.1
September 2022
This is a fabulous hotel with its own private beach and the wind based water sports are complimentary which is a nice touch. The suite was large, the bed super comfortable and the breakfast all one might expect. The croissant could have been made in France! Pools are warm and a good mix of shade and sunny spots.
WiFi wobbled a couple of times but not for long and the pool attendant was a bit officious about us playing music on the phone at a very low volume but these are very minor grumbles in truth. £150 a night was probably at the top end of the value but the spacious room probably justified the cost.
Abdulmalek
8.2
December 2023
Not great variety, presentation. Seen much better breakfast buffets elsewhere.
Short-staffing, slow food and beverage service and tardiness of the driver - hotel transport booked by us. Food and beverage prices higher than neighboring hotels.
Henri
10
October 2024
Great staff and good hotel rooms/apartments. Clean surroundings. Good and peaceful location with nice beach area.
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Airports
Malindi Airport
11.1miVipingo Airport
34.1miMombasa Airport
54.5miAirports
Malindi Airport
11.1miVipingo Airport
34.1miMombasa Airport
54.5miAmandina
Cuisines
Ambiances
Location
Features
Age restrictions
Availability
Location
Features
Age restrictions
Availability
Private pool
Spa/Wellness packages
Restaurant
Beachfront
Private beach area
Outdoor swimming pool
Business center
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Fitness center
Water sports facilities on site
Beach
Air conditioning
Bar
Sun deck
Tour desk
Parking On Site
Terrace
Personal trainer
24-hour front desk
Kitchen
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach chairs/Loungers
Garden view
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
Kids' meals
Garden
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Balcony
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Toilet with grab rails
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Beach
Bike tours
Canoeing
Cycling
Diving
Fishing
Golf course
Happy hour
Hiking
Ping-pong
Snorkeling
Walking tours
Water sports facilities on site
Windsurfing
Bathroom
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Business Facilities
Business center
Fax/Photocopying
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Ironing service
Laundry
Entertainment & Family Services
Babysitting/Child services
Board games/Puzzles
Books, DVDs or music for children
Indoor play area
Kids' club
Food & Drink
Bar
Breakfast in the room
Fruit
Kids' meals
Packed lunches
Restaurant
Snack bar
Special diet meals (on request)
Tea/Coffee maker
Wine/Champagne
Food & drink safety
Delivered food covered securely
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge
Currency exchange
Express check-in/out
Private check-in/out
Tour desk
General
Air conditioning
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Interconnecting room(s) available
Mosquito net
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Dining table
Electric kettle
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Living Area
Dining area
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Blu-ray player
Cable channels
DVD player
Flat-screen TV
Satellite channels
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
Balcony
Beachfront
Garden
Outdoor dining area
Outdoor furniture
Private beach area
Private pool
Sun deck
Terrace
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Mobile app for room service
Room Amenities
Clothes rack
Fan
Iron
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Safe
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Spa
Beach chairs/Loungers
Beauty services
Body scrub
Body treatments
Body wrap
Facial treatments
Fitness
Fitness center
Fitness classes
Foot bath
Light therapy
Locker rooms
Manicure
Massage
Outdoor swimming pool
Pedicure
Personal trainer
Spa
Spa facilities
Spa lounge/Relaxation area
Spa/Wellness packages
Waxing services
Transportation
Airport drop-off
Airport pickup
Airport shuttle
Car rental
Public transit tickets
Shuttle service
View
Garden view
Inner courtyard view
Pool view
From 12:00
Until 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
From 07:00
Until 10:00
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Age restriction may apply
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No capacity for extra beds.
Cash
Visa,
Discover,
Mastercard,
Cash only,
UnionPay
This property accepts cash.
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