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Medina Palms

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Luxury
4.5 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Oceanfront sanctuary with three pools

Mediterranean gardens frame three sparkling pools with the turquoise ocean beyond. The outdoor restaurant serves fabulous seafood while friendly staff create a warm, welcoming atmosphere. After dining, guests retreat to Sakina Ocean Spa for rejuvenating hot stone massages and body treatments.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ₩458,928
₩541,540 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, an air conditioning unit, and a window with a view of greenery.

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 139 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster canopy bed with a white canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

One-Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster canopy bed with a white canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Duplex Suite

  • 279 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster canopy bed with a white canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Ocean Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 416 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 6 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Medina Ocean Lodge

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a daybed, a wooden desk, and a colorful rug.

Medina Ocean Lodge

  • Ocean view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A sunlit outdoor lounge area with blue cushioned chairs and a large umbrella, a hot tub, and a staircase leading to a balcony.

Palmerie Beach Villa

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Watamu, Medina Palms is near the beach. Ruins of Gedi and Portuguese Chapel are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake. Snorkeling, windsurfing, and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Watamu travel guide
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Plot 2, Turtle Bay Road, Watamu

What's nearby

  • A beach with a thatched umbrella, wooden lounge chairs, and a clear blue sea.
    Watamu Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A person in a canoe on a calm body of water during sunset.
    Mida Creek
    7 min drive - 3.3 km
  • A beach with a boat on the water and the sun setting in the background.
    Malindi Beach
    29 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Prawn Lake
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ruins of Gedi
    17 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD)
    37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Yummy Dishes
    12 min drive
  • Willy Beach Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • Amici Miei Pastries Bar
    2 min drive
  • Caffe Da Raso
    5 min drive
  • Wasafi Swahili Dishes
    3 min drive

About this property

Medina Palms

  • Luxury family-friendly hotel near the bay
  • Close to Watamu Beach, Medina Palms provides a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to a sports massage, a facial, or a manicure/pedicure at Sakina Ocean Spa, 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 along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a shopping center shuttle, and express check-out
    • Babysitting (surcharge), 2 meeting rooms, and outdoor furniture
  • 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
    • Rainfall showers, eco-friendly toiletries, and hair dryers
    • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Kitchenettes, a personal chef, and full-sized refrigerators/freezers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: KES 3,500 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Books
  • Children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 1,300 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2011
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodations

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 within 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately KES 3500 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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

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 Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Medina Palms on Sep 1, 2026 start from ₩458,928, excluding 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?

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 a 10-minute walk of Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake. Mida Creek is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

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