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The Best Luxury Hotels in Malindi

4 and 5-Star hotels in Malindi

Malindi, Kenya is a popular destination for visitors seeking luxury, pampering, and relaxation. Whether you're looking for a romantic getaway, a friends trip, a fun-filled family vacation, or a once in a lifetime trip, Malindi has something to offer everyone. For those seeking an ultra luxurious stay, Malindi is home to a variety of luxury boutique hotels, resorts, and B&B's, all offering a range of fantastic amenities and quality services to meet your needs. So, if you're looking for where to stay in luxury in Malindi, we have analyzed many of the best high-end hotels from a variety of angles to help you choose the best option for your next trip. From the luxurious 5-star and 4-star hotels with award-winning spas and swimming pools, to properties with bars, restaurants, and family-friendly activities, there is something for everyone in Malindi, and they are outlined below with their amenities, locations, and more. When searching for the best luxury hotels and resorts in Malindi, travelers should prioritize guest ratings, quality service, and the stunning features along with their locations and prices. With this guide, you can find the best luxury hotels and resorts in Malindi, ensuring a truly memorable and relaxing vacation experience. So, let's get to it so you can plan your trip!

(Prices are listed in U.S. Dollars.)

Ocean Beach Resort & Spa

5-star Resort with prices starting at $215 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Terrific High-End Hotel in Malindi
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
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Located at Golf Beach Road, Ocean Beach Resort & Spa has great rooms from $215 (before taxes). It offers an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a casino, and a restaurant. It has a terrific 8.50 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here. Only 0.4 km from the city center, visitors will especially love a fitness center, scuba diving, snorkeling, a bar, and laundry services at this relaxing hotel. Nothing says relaxation like having room service delivered.

Luxury Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Casino
  • Fitness center
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Golf
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Child pool
  • Horse riding
  • Private pool
  • Tour desk
  • Sauna
  • Infinity pool
  • Hammam (Turkish bath)
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Laundry service
  • Family rooms
  • Playground
  • Breakfast in the room
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Kilili Baharini Resort & Spa

5-star Resort with prices starting at $189 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Hotel for Pampering
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 5-star hotels.
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
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A great place to stay is Kilili Baharini Resort & Spa which has nice rooms starting at $189. Offering an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and scuba diving, it also has a great guest rating of 8.40 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at Casuarina Road. This luxurious hotel is also nice because it offers snorkeling, a bar, rooms with kitchenettes, laundry services, and a hot tub which discerning travelers will enjoy. Also, it's just 2.8 km from the city center. Everyone loves a nice pool, and you won't be disappointed with this one.

Luxury Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Tour desk
  • Sauna
  • Hammam (Turkish bath)
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry service
  • Game room
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast in the room
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Lions' Luxury Eco Resort & Spa

4-star Resort with prices starting at $126 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Stay in Style in Malindi
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 4-star hotels.
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
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We found Lions' Luxury Eco Resort & Spa to be a great place to stay, and the price starts at $126. We loved that is has an outdoor pool, room service, a casino, a restaurant, and scuba diving, and it also has a terrific guest rating of 8.10 out of 10 from previous guests. It's located at 1127 Golf Course Drive. You'll also find snorkeling, a bar, hiking, golf, and pet-friendly rooms which experienced travelers will love. And this comfortable hotel is just 3.2 km from the center of town. Unwinding at the restaurant after sightseeing is a nice way to end the day. It's a great value, too, because it's less than the average price for luxury hotels.

Luxury Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Casino
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Golf
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Horse riding
  • Tour desk
  • Tennis
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hiking
  • Pets allowed
  • Game room
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast in the room
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Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $176 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Experience Comfort in Malindi Here
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
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With terrific rooms from $176, Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa, at Marine Park Road provides an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center. Its terrific guest rating is 9.40 out of 10 from previous guests staying here. Travelers will really like this posh hotel which also offers snorkeling, a bar, child care, laundry services, and a game room. It's located just 5 km from the city center, too. Don't miss the pool bar which offers drinks and a fun area to unwind.

Luxury Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Fitness center
  • Snorkeling
  • Spa
  • Tour desk
  • Tennis
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Game room
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Saltwater pool
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Hemingways Watamu

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $261 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Plenty of Luxury Amenities Await
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
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Hemingways Watamu has a great guest rating of 8.80 out of 10, and offers an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and scuba diving. The great rooms here start at $261 before taxes and depending on the season. It can be found at Watamu Marine National Park, B8. Furthermore, it also offers snorkeling, a bar, rooms with kitchens, rooms with kitchenettes, and pet-friendly rooms, which is nice for visitors. Just 20.1 km from the city center, this amazing hotel is a terrific choice. Having a kitchenette is a nice way for you to have some meals in the room, too.

Luxury Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Fitness center
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Spa
  • Child pool
  • Tour desk
  • Sauna
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette
  • Pets allowed
  • Family rooms
  • Playground
  • Breakfast in the room
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African House Resort

4-star Resort with prices starting at $77 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Luxurious Stay in Malindi
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 4-star hotels.
  • Family-Friendly
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
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The great guest rating of African House Resort is 8.40 out of 10. This place has an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, scuba diving, and snorkeling. Prices for the terrific rooms are from $77, and it's located at Casuarina Road. We also love the a bar, child care, laundry services, golf, and a hot tub which are great for discerning travelers. And since it's just 2.8 km from the center of the town, the location is great, too. We love relaxing in a hot tub after a long day, and the one here is really nice. The price of this hotel is less than average for luxury hotels, which makes it a great value.

Luxury Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Golf
  • Hot tub
  • Tour desk
  • Family-Friendly
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Breakfast in the room
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Woburn Residence Club

Bed & Breakfast with prices starting at $99 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Among the Most Luxurious Places to Stay in Malindi
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 4-star hotels.
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
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A cool place is Woburn Residence Club because it has great rooms that start at $99. It has an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and scuba diving, it also earned a great guest rating of 8.50 out of 10 from people who have stayed here before. It's found at Malindi-Garsen Road. Only 5.1 km from the city center, experienced travelers will especially love snorkeling, a bar, rooms with kitchens, child care, and golf at this relaxing hotel. Having a kitchen in the room is a great way to make meals and save money, too. It's also less than the average price for luxury hotels, so it's a great value.

Luxury Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Fitness center
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Golf
  • Hot tub
  • Child pool
  • Horse riding
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kitchen
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Family rooms
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Also, take a look at the luxury hotels in nearby destinations: Mombasa, Watamu, and Malindi.

For more terrific hotel ideas in Mombasa, make sure you also see Best Luxury Hotels in Mombasa, Best Hotels for First Time Visitors in Mombasa, Best Hotels for a Weekend Getaway in Mombasa, Best Hotels for One Week in Mombasa, Best Hotels for One Night in Mombasa, Best Romantic Hotels for Couples in Mombasa, Best Hotels for Scuba Diving in Mombasa, or Best Business Hotels in Mombasa.


How much do luxury hotels cost in Malindi? How much are luxury hotel rooms in Malindi?

Malindi Average Luxury Hotel Price
$163

Visitors will find a large range of terrific luxury hotel choices when planning a visit to Malindi, Kenya. The price of these luxury hotels can vary according to location, type, and amenities. The average luxury hotel price in Malindi, Kenya based on data from 7 hotels is an affordable $163. If you're interested in more information about hotels here, see our guide to hotel prices in Malindi.

The average prices of our suggested luxury hotels by star rating:

  • 5-star hotels: $202
  • 4-star hotels: $148


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