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1. The Lawford Kenya

The Lawford Kenya
3.5 star property
Malindi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"Ideally located hotel for meetings locally - Friendly and helpful staff"
United Kingdom
Rupert
$92 nightly
The price is $108
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total with taxes and fees
The Lawford Kenya

2. Twiga Beach & Spa

Twiga Beach & Spa
3.0 star property
Watamu
$147 nightly
The price is $174
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total with taxes and fees
Twiga Beach & Spa

3. Q Boutique Resort Malindi

Q Boutique Resort Malindi
3.0 star property
Malindi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
$65 nightly
The price is $77
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total with taxes and fees
Q Boutique Resort Malindi

4. SAFFRON GARDEN MALINDI

SAFFRON GARDEN MALINDI
3.0 star property
Malindi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Very good service from the staff."
Canada
Julia
$92 nightly
The price is $108
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Total with taxes and fees
SAFFRON GARDEN MALINDI

5. Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo

Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo
3.0 star property
Watamu
Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo

6. Swahili House

Swahili House
3.0 star property
Malindi
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2 reviews)
"It is a beautiful Swahili house that is homely and warm. "
United States
Edwin
$81 nightly
The price is $95
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Swahili House

7. Eco Villas Watamu

Eco Villas Watamu
3.0 star property
Watamu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"We are students from the UK travelling up the coast of Kenya and absolutely loved our stay at Eco Villas. Juliette was so friendly and welcoming and cooked delicious home-made samosas. We would definitely come again here. All the staff are lovely and happy to help with anything! "
United States
Maya
$56 nightly
The price is $66
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total with taxes and fees
Eco Villas Watamu

8. Coral Sea Villas

Coral Sea Villas
3.0 star property
Malindi
Coral Sea Villas

9. Turtle Bay Beach Club

Turtle Bay Beach Club
3.0 star property
Watamu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (102 reviews)
"The room was as promised and clean. The food and drinks were very good and staff was very friendly and helpful. I would definitely return and recommend this resort. "
United States
Brenda
Turtle Bay Beach Club

10. Scorpio Villas Resort

Scorpio Villas Resort
3.5 star property
Malindi
7.4 out of 10, Good, (12 reviews)
"This resort hotel offered good accommodation in Malindi which itself was a relaxing and enjoyable location. I would recommend B&B. I had the buffet dinner at Scorpio on a few occasions. It represented good value for money, but was very much the same each night."
United Kingdom
John
Scorpio Villas Resort

11. Watamu Adventist Resort

Watamu Adventist Resort
3.0 star property
Watamu
$26 nightly
The price is $31
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Total with taxes and fees
Watamu Adventist Resort

12. Le Pleiadi

Le Pleiadi
3.0 star property
Malindi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"Very clean and wonderful quiet place. "
United States
SIMON
$44 nightly
The price is $52
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Le Pleiadi

13. Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

Mvuvi Lodge Watamu
3.0 star property
Watamu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (5 reviews)
"the property is very clean and all the staff are extremely friendly. They made me feel very relaxed and safe. Most days I had the sole use of the pool! Perhaps the chef could do with a few pointers and it would have been great to have a small fridge in my room which was lovely and clean. was well cared for and really enjoyed my stay....5 gold stars!"
United Kingdom
kim
$85 nightly
The price is $100
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total with taxes and fees
Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

14. Silver Sands Beach Hotel

Silver Sands Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Malindi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
Silver Sands Beach Hotel

15. Pine Court Malindi

Pine Court Malindi
3.0 star property
Malindi
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
$54 nightly
The price is $64
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total with taxes and fees
Pine Court Malindi

16. Sinbad The Sailor Hotel Malindi

Sinbad The Sailor Hotel Malindi
3.0 star property
Malindi
$36 nightly
The price is $42
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total with taxes and fees
Sinbad The Sailor Hotel Malindi

17. Watamu Sunrise Villa

Watamu Sunrise Villa
3.0 star property
Watamu
$75 nightly
The price is $89
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total with taxes and fees
Watamu Sunrise Villa

18. Marine Holiday House

Marine Holiday House
3.0 star property
Malindi
$72 nightly
The price is $85
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total with taxes and fees
Marine Holiday House

19. Malindi Pearl Hotel

Malindi Pearl Hotel
3.0 star property
Malindi
$58 nightly
The price is $69
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total with taxes and fees
Malindi Pearl Hotel

20. Girasoli Hotel

Girasoli Hotel
3.0 star property
Malindi
$64 nightly
The price is $76
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Girasoli Hotel
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Snorkel among vibrant coral gardens in Watamu Marine National Park, where sea turtles glide through crystal-clear waters. Explore ancient Gede Ruins nearby in Arabuko-Sokoke Forest, then relax on pristine white sand beaches with local seafood.

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Rafiki Village, around 0.3 mi north of downtown Watamu, is a guest favorite. Breakfasts and pool sun loungers are among its handy amenities. Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm is another 3-star hotel that ranks highly among travelers. It features a terrace and an ocean view, and is approximately 0.5 mi southwest of the center.
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