Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, location and amenities.
9.4201Reviews- Check-in from 12:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.7 out of 10, at Turtle Bay Road.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Luxurious Beachfront Oasis
Unique Architecture and Tropical Garden: Experience the beauty of Medina Palms with its distinctive architecture and lush tropical garden. Relax by the outdoor swimming pool, soaking up the sun on comfortable loungers while enjoying stunning views of the Indian Ocean.
Elegant Suites with Modern Amenities: Indulge in the elegant and spacious suites offering views of the garden and pool. Each suite is equipped with air conditioning, a lounge and dining area, flat-screen satellite TV, and a kitchenette. Some suites even feature a luxurious hot tub for ultimate relaxation.
Fine Dining and Relaxation: Delight your taste buds at the à la carte Amandina Restaurant or unwind at the Star Lounge with shisha, cocktails, and breathtaking sunset views towards Tsavo National Park. Enjoy additional amenities like the kids' club, fitness centre, and the rejuvenating Sakina Spa.
What this place offers
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
Rooms
9.4
Top rated
Rated 9.4 out of 10 by 201 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.7
- Service10.0
- Location9.7
- Rooms8.7
- Amenities9.7
- Value9.7
- Food & drink8.7
Guests mention
Beautiful beachLovely staff
YaronUnited KingdomGreat location and place to stay, good staff and facilities.
Great private beach facility, friendly staff, and swimming pool
The room backed on to the adjacent hotel, and their generator and parties were loud and went on late into the night!
AyubKenyaThe Apartment was very good.Staff were friendly.
Strict early check out at 10am.
NehalUnited Arab EmiratesAmazing stay at Medina palms - would come back again.
Lovely ambience - its like you're in a lush garden that is just a few steps from the beach.
Restaurant and breakfast food options did not have many vegetarian options.
DanielaGermanyWunderschöne, sehr gepflegte Anlage mit riesiger Suite, tollem Pool und insgesamt sehr hilfsbereitem
Die Anlage ist wirklich wunderschön und sehr gepflegt. Unsere Suite war außergewöhnlich groß, sehr komfortabel und sehr sauber. Besonders gut gefallen haben uns der Poolbereich und das umfangreiche Frühstück mit vielen…
RogerUnited KingdomWatamu O asis
Cleanliness and well kept gardens.
Accommodation was spacious and well appointed.
Restaurant food could have been better quality.
KatarzynaPolandA very enjoyable stay at Medina Palms. The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, especially when assisting us with our lost luggage that did not arrive at the airport. We also really appreciated being able to…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
Turtle Bay Road, Watamu, Kenya
Guests rate the location 9.7 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 12:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Medina Palms
What time is check-in and check-out at Medina Palms?
Check-in is from 12:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Medina Palms allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Medina Palms?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Medina Palms have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Is breakfast included at Medina Palms?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Medina Palms have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Medina Palms?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Medina Palms have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Medina Palms?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 12:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Medina Palms?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Medina Palms?
Turtle Bay Road, Watamu.
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