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Medina Palms

4.5 star property
Mediterranean hotel with 3 restaurants and 3 outdoor pools

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3 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Terrace/patio
Luxury Villa | Front of property
Poolside bar
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, hot stone massages

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AED 1,406
AED 1,659 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar

Room options

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Villa with Private Pool | Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Villa with Private Pool

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Select Comfort bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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

One-Bedroom Suite

Highlights

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

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Luxury Villa

Highlights

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

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Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Large Twin Beds

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

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Select Comfort bed
Hair dryer
  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin 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 refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
  • 279 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Plot 2, Turtle Bay Road, Watamu

What's nearby

  • Prawn Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Watamu Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mida Creek - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Ruins of Gedi - 16 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Malindi Beach - 49 min drive - 25.3 km

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 Watamu Beach
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 hot stone massage, a body treatment, and a body scrub at the onsite 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 sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A shopping center shuttle, express check-out, and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free newspapers, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All 50 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like 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 refrigerators/freezers

Languages

English, Italian, Swahili

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip train station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Full-sized refrigerator
  • Highchair
  • In-room child care (surcharge)
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space (1300 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms - 2

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - sports
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Outdoor treatment areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Books
  • Couples dining
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Romance packages available
  • Video library

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Select Comfort bed

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Chef
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodations
  • Turndown service

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 available
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 at the property
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

Property 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, a smoke detector, and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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 transportation 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 March 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Medina Palms on 29 March 2025 start from $451.80, 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?

Check-out 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 is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

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Medina Palms Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 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

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

8/10 Good

LINDA

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

10/10 Excellent

Pape

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were excellent. Kids loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

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

Peter

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

Muhammad

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

Antonio

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

10/10 Excellent

Fabio

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

Dhruti

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

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

WELLY

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

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

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

Ville

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

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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 traveler

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