Best hotels in Malindi

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Villa Ameera Malindi
7.6 (2 reviews)

Villa Ameera Malindi ★★★★

📍 Frangipani Road, Malindi

"The hotel offered no food or drinks, the air conditioning was incredibly noisy (like a tractor), and it was a ten-minute walk to buy a bottle of water in a very remote location. Plus, it didn't support Glovo."

Diamonds Malindi
8.3 (68 reviews)

Diamonds Malindi ★★★★

📍 Casuarina Rd, Malindi

"I generally had a good time with my family, the service was prompt with the team always ready to assist. Collins, Vanessa, Naliaka and Hamisi particularly did a stellar job. Thank you guys. The food from the restaurants we sampled was also good and fresh. Proximity to the beach, the pools, I could go on... Thank you Diamonds Malindi for having us."

Q Boutique Resort Malindi
9.4 (33 reviews)

Q Boutique Resort Malindi

📍 P4RH+F39, Malindi

"I absolutely loved my stay at Q Boutique in Malindi! The hotel is beautifully designed, with elegant rooms, a calm atmosphere, and great attention to detail. The staff were incredibly kind and professional — they made me feel welcome from the first moment. The pool area is peaceful, perfect for relaxing after a day out. Breakfast was fresh and tasty every morning. Location is ideal, close to the beach and restaurants, yet quiet enough to unwind. Highly recommended for anyone looking for comfort, style, and excellent service in Malindi!"

Exploreans Beach Club & Villas Watamu
9.7 (2 reviews)

Exploreans Beach Club & Villas Watamu ★★★

📍 Mayungu Road, Malindi

"The hotel is fantastic!!! We absolutely loved it! We initially booked for one day, but then decided to extend it for another day. It's best to buy an all-inclusive package, as the hotel is located far from amenities. But if you're traveling with a group or on your honeymoon, this is perfect. The staff is polite and friendly, the food is delicious, the amenities are excellent, and of course, the price is great. The only thing I might not like is the hot water. It's warm, perfect for showering during the day, but cool in the evening."

Sawa Sawa Beach Hotel & Backpackers
7.3 (3 reviews)

Sawa Sawa Beach Hotel & Backpackers ★★

📍 Q4PF+7G7, Malindi

"We traveled here from USA visiting malindi and it best deal accommodations near to beach Team is excellent Good breakfast and nice simple rooms to stay I highly recommend them"

MALINDI SMERALDO BEACH VILLAS
8.0 (1 reviews)

MALINDI SMERALDO BEACH VILLAS ★★★★

📍 P4JG+RWF, Malindi

"The service is very warm, the environment can be said to be general"

Lions' Luxury Eco Resort & Spa
10 (40 reviews)

Lions' Luxury Eco Resort & Spa ★★★★

📍 Golf Course Drive, Malindi

The Lawford Kenya
8.1 (17 reviews)

The Lawford Kenya ★★★

📍 lamu road, Malindi

"Arriving at Lawford is a unique experience in itself. The typical local roof, which overlooks the reception area and leads to the lush garden, is a work of art. The villas and rooms are spread out amidst the greenery, so you never feel like you're in a crowded hotel. The restaurant's cuisine, with its Italian flair, is truly worth it. The two large pools surrounded by greenery are very pleasant (and always clean). I stayed in a villa: a private pool and elegant Kenyan-style furnishings made for a super vacation!"

Kenyan House Malindi
7.3 (4 reviews)

Kenyan House Malindi ★★★

📍 Kibokoni Malindi Golf course Road, Malindi

"We were so excited and booked and paid with no balances.We loved the pool and the attendant is kind.the ambiance is okay but requires proper maintaining of furniture. However, the carpets and rooms were dusty and the kitchen was worse. The bathrooms were dirty and drainage is wanting and no shower water how can guests complain and get a hard look with their concerns not addressed!! The host needs to do better with the staff or fire and hire professional staff. Generally we were disappointed and didnt feel we got value for our money."

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CN Jizhidexiaoludan

Business traveler
Villa Ameera Malindi ★★★★
"The hotel offered no food or drinks, the air conditioning was incredibly noisy (like a tractor), and it was a ten-minute walk to buy a bottle of water in a very remote location. Plus, it didn't support Glovo."
★★☆☆☆
2025-12-20
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Family
Diamonds Malindi ★★★★
"We are currently staying at this hotel and unfortunately, the experience has been very disappointing given the category and expectations. While the property itself has potential and the pool area is pleasant, the overall service and operational standards fall significantly short. Check-in experience: Arrival was poorly managed, with only one staff member handling guests. She was polite but clearly overwhelmed, resulting in delays and a disorganized process. Lack of basic support: No porters were available, and we had to carry our own luggage to the rooms, assisted only by an intern. This is not what one would expect at this level. Room standards and maintenance: The rooms did not meet expected cleanliness standards. One of the toilets was visibly unclean on arrival, and it took over an hour for housekeeping to attend. More concerning, maintenance issues such as a non-functioning flush and a clogged shower were not proactively addressed and required repeated follow-ups over more than a day to resolve. Additionally, the staircase to one of our rooms was very steep and potentially dangerous in the event of a fall, raising safety concerns. Responsiveness and service: Calls to reception frequently went unanswered, making it difficult to get timely assistance. Housekeeping was inconsistent and only done after repeated follow-up. The restaurant service was slow and inattentive, and the hotel appears to rely heavily on interns without adequate supervision, which is reflected in the overall guest experience. Lack of management follow-through: These issues were formally escalated to management via email during our stay. Unfortunately, there has been no follow-up or improvement, which is particularly disappointing. Overall: The facilities themselves show promise, but the operational execution is poor. There is a clear gap in service delivery, responsiveness, and attention to detail. We hope to see improvements during the remainder of our stay and would be happy to update this review if the issues are addressed."
★★☆☆☆
2026-04-17
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Q Boutique Resort Malindi
"I really enjoy my stay.The atmosphere was cosy and everything was spotless clean during my stay.The staff we so friendly and welcoming which made my stay so perfect.The swimming pool was one of my favorite spots it was so clean and perfect each and everyday,it was really a perfect place to unwind.The food was so perfect and enjoyed every bit of it.I really hope to book with you soon again and I highly recommend. It's honestly a perfect place to stay and I made the right choice booking with you."
★★★★★
2025-09-22
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RU Guest User

Traveling with friends
Exploreans Beach Club & Villas Watamu ★★★
"The hotel is fantastic!!! We absolutely loved it! We initially booked for one day, but then decided to extend it for another day. It's best to buy an all-inclusive package, as the hotel is located far from amenities. But if you're traveling with a group or on your honeymoon, this is perfect. The staff is polite and friendly, the food is delicious, the amenities are excellent, and of course, the price is great. The only thing I might not like is the hot water. It's warm, perfect for showering during the day, but cool in the evening."
★★★★★
2026-02-18
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Guest User

Other
Sawa Sawa Beach Hotel & Backpackers ★★
"Male owner 1am banging on the door I sleep, screaming my name. Ranting about me I think I am big cause I have lots of money, saying he is my boss. Pushing an alarm to call police. I said I happily go, only repay remaining day that is not used. He said it was paid, I say not, show me. He could not, and walk away in shame. I then ask the guard, what was the problem with this man,. I was told he was angry for me turning off a lamp (cause I enjoy sleeping in darkness). Himself had said some days before, cause lights were kept on in one room and I wanted to change room cause of this, that "after tonight no lamps will be turned on, no need to change room". Anyway handling a simple matter as this 1am kicking me out night time, I think relates to deeper issues concerning running the establishment and his frustrations of so. Revenge belongs to God. For me, someone disturbing me sleeping, is sacred as if being disturbed doing prayers, unless a life threatening situation, they have no respect for life."
★★☆☆☆
2026-05-11
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CN Vinson1111

Business traveler
MALINDI SMERALDO BEACH VILLAS ★★★★
"The service is very warm, the environment can be said to be general"
★★★★★
2026-07-19
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Guest User

Other
The Lawford Kenya ★★★
"Priceless location just a step away from the ocean where it is wonderful to walk, letting your gaze run to the horizon… Very well-kept and welcoming location. Spacious rooms, tastefully furnished and with an excellent view of a well-kept garden. Kind and helpful staff. Delicious breakfast (the passion fruit jam is unmissable). For lunch we enjoyed a truly tasty lobster! A peaceful corner to relax on one of the two pools…"
★★★★★
2024-07-06
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Kenyan House Malindi ★★★
"Perfect . Thumbs up The environment was cool, nice serenity apart from the hot and dry climate, the experience was worthwhile. I highly recommend this accommodation. The rooms had AC to counter the hot climate."
★★★★★
2023-12-18
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Guest User

Other
Kilili Baharini Resort & Spa ★★★★
"Beautiful resort with great staff that really care to make the stay perfect. Highly recommended. Rooms are large, pools are lovely and food was very nice, but best was the attention of the staff; always friendly and trying to help where they can."
★★★★★
2023-11-25

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Number of reviews

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