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About the Hotel

Turtle Bay Road, Watamu, Kenya, 80202
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Close to Watamu Beach
Great
8.6
/10
4.5
/5

The luxury Medina Palms Hotel Watamu, located around 5 minutes' walk from Prawn Lake, offers 3 outdoor swimming pools, Wi-Fi in public areas. The 5-star hotel is proud to feature a banquet hall, just steps from Michael Savana Safari.

Location

You'll need 31-minute drive to Malindi airport. Attractions, 450 m from the resort, include Palm Exotjca Resort.

Take benefit from the proximity to Mida Creek, which is nearly 25 minutes' walk away.

Rooms

There are 35 rooms at the Medina Palms Watamu, each of them has air conditioning, as well as entertainment amenities such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guests will make use of a hair dryer and bath sheets in bathrooms equipped with a separate toilet and a shower.

Eat & Drink

Drinks and sunset views are available at the lounge bar. The bar area includes a lounge. Medina Palms Hotel is just around the corner from Happy Days Bar & Restaurant serving African dishes.

Leisure & Business

The property also includes a fitness room, spa therapy, a shared lounge, and a golf course. This Watamu hotel features sports activities such as windsurfing, canoeing, and cycling for all guests. A treatment room, a hot tub, and a foot bath, along with body wraps, body scrub, and pedicure, are provided to ensure a perfect stay.

Must-do experiences

  • Snorkel at Watamu Marine National Park for vibrant sea life.
  • Visit the Gede Ruins for a glimpse into ancient Swahili culture.
  • Try the fresh seafood at Mama Ngina's Beach for local flavors.
  • Explore the local crafts at the Watamu Craft Market for unique souvenirs.
  • Catch a sunset at Turtle Bay for breathtaking ocean views.
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Medina Palms Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe Suite
2 persons
1500 sq. feet 
2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
Shower
Balcony
One-Bedroom Suite
2 persons
1005 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Balcony
Duplex Suite
2 persons
3200 sq. feet 
2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
Shower
Private pool
Villa
2 persons
4805 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Shower
Bathtub
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Facilities

Medina Palms Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.8/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Locker room
  • Private beach
  • Currency exchange
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Table tennis
  • Sports trainer
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Medina Palms Hotel Location

Turtle Bay Road, Watamu, Kenya, 80202
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Turtle Bay Road, Watamu, Kenya, 80202
Nearby
Turtle Bay Road
Prawn Lake
500 ft
Michael Savana Safari
800 ft
Watamu
Palm Exotjca Resort
1400 ft
Restaurants
Turtle Bay
500 ft
Mida Creek Road
Happy Days Bar & Restaurant
500 ft
Turtle Bay Road
The Ocean Sports Restaurant
2600 ft
1 Mida Creek Road Ocean Sports Resort
Blue Lagoon Beach
1700 ft
Watamu Beach spiaggia barracuda
Getting around
City Centre
Watamu5 min  ·  2.1 mi
Airports
Malindi Airport (MYD)32 min  ·  12.9 mi
Vipingo (vpg)118 min  ·  48.7 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 12:00-18:00
Check-out
from 02:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs US$16 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
35

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Medina Palms Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 51 verified reviews
8.5/10
Great
85%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.5/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Comfort
9.2/10
Facilities
8.8/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.0/10
Location
8.7/10
Paid Wi-Fi
3.7/10
Staff
9.2/10
Value for money
7.6/10
Guest reviews
based on 148 reviews
8.6/10
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