Medina Palms

Turtle Bay Road, Watamu, Kenya
Superb
20 reviews
9.6

Check-in dates

07.10.2026
to
08.10.2026

Guests and Rooms

2 adults · 0 children · 1 room
Location

When you stay at Medina Palms in Watamu, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake. This family-friendly hotel is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Mida Creek and 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from Ruins of Gedi.

Amenities

Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 3 outdoor swimming pools and a fitness center. This Mediterranean hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). If you'd like to spend the day shopping, you can hop on the shuttle (surcharge).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 50 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. Your room comes with a Select Comfort bed. 40-inch flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include safes and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Dining

Grab a bite to eat at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges.

Attractions

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Prawn Lake - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Watamu Beach - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Mida Creek - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Ruins of Gedi - 9.1 km / 5.6 mi
Malindi Beach - 25.3 km / 15.7 mi
Silversands Beach - 25.8 km / 16 mi
Portuguese Chapel - 26.4 km / 16.4 mi
Vasco da Gama Pillar - 26.9 km / 16.7 mi
Marine Park - 31.7 km / 19.7 mi
Mambrui Beach - 40.6 km / 25.2 mi
Pwani University - 50.3 km / 31.3 mi
St. Patrick's Catholic Church - 51.6 km / 32.1 mi
Kilifi Bridge - 51.9 km / 32.2 mi

The preferred airport for Medina Palms is Malindi (MYD) - 22 km / 13.6 mi

Business Amenities

Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Watamu? This hotel has 1300 square feet (121 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 2 meeting rooms. Guests may use a train station pick-up service for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.

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Facilities

Gift shops or newsstand
Renewable energy source - solar
Train station pickup (surcharge)
Gated community
Proposal/romance packages available
Grey water recycling system
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
Outdoor furniture
Free reception
Number of meeting rooms - 2
Conference space size (meters) - 121
Free WiFi
Number of bars/lounges - 2
Designated smoking areas
Number of outdoor pools - 3
Tours/ticket assistance
Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
Eco-friendly toiletries
Recycling
LED light bulbs
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Laundry facilities
Safari nearby
Children's club (surcharge)
Fitness facilities
Books
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Banquet hall
Fishing nearby
Video library
Windsurfing nearby
Train station drop-off (surcharge)
Garden
Free newspapers in lobby
Full-service spa
Couples/private dining
Express check-out
Business center
24-hour front desk
Number of restaurants - 3
Spa services on site
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Snorkeling nearby
Snack bar/deli
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Free self parking
Conference space
Terrace
Pool sun loungers
Conference space size (feet) - 1300
Concierge services

Helpful Information

Check-in / Check-out
Check-in from: 1:00 PM
Check-out until: 10:00 AM
Additional check-in information
  • 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 and a security system
Check-in Special 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. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Know Before You Go
  • Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Guest rating

9.6
Superb
20 reviews
Comfort
10.0
Overall
9.6
Service
9.6
Amenities
9.8
Condition
9.8
Cleanliness
9.6
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