Hotels near East African Reptile Park in Malindi

The good bits - the hotel rooms are spacious, the aircon in the bedroom is great (but quite noisy), and the bed is comfy. The food that we ate (being selective) was really tasty, the eggs station (freshly cooked to order) provides a very tasty part of the breakfast. The average bits - if you want decent wi-fi, you won’t get it here, but hopefully that’s not a holiday breaker for most. The kitchen in the room reminds me of a 1980’s Spanish self catering hotel room, not a supposed luxury hotel. I have no idea why I would need every kitchen gadget known to mankind - it really cheapens the feel of the hotel. The bad bits - the breakfast situation is dire. We stayed on a B&B basis, breakfast is served in the main hotel in a room that is cramped and doesn’t have a relaxing feel to it. There are flies everywhere, and in particular on the cooked meats and cheeses which are left uncovered. Breads and fruits are covered but most often you remove a cover to release the flies from under the cover. The uncovered meats and cheeses I complained about many times, and was even promised that it would be resolved by the next day. No surprises that it wasn’t, they didn’t even think to cover them with cling film. So now we have just avoided them altogether which is a shame as they look delicious. The food situation with the flies isn’t great, but even the environment is poor - there are very nice eating areas within the hotel (2 by the beach and one by the pool) all used for lunch or evening meals. For some reason these are not available to use at breakfast. There are no flies down by the beach! If a relaxing leisurely breakfast is your thing, pick a different hotel. If it’s just a quick breakfast to set you up for the day that you’re after, you should be fine.

With a stay at this aparthotel in Watamu, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake. This spa aparthotel is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Mida Creek and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Ruins of Gedi.Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. Additional amenities at this aparthotel include complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily for a fee.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a full-sized refrigerator/freezer and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a safe and a separate sitting area, and housekeeping is provided daily.

With a stay at Watamu Adventist Beach Resort in Watamu, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake. This beach hotel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Mida Creek and 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Watamu Marine National Park.Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden.Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.Free self parking is available onsite.Stay in one of 24 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Digital television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations are provided. Conveniences include electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Located in Malindi, Billionaire Resort & Retreat is by the ocean, within a 15-minute drive of Marine Park and Portuguese Chapel. This luxury hotel is 13.6 mi (21.8 km) from Watamu Beach and 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from Silversands Beach.Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can soak up the sun at the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities including a health club and an outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this Art Deco hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). The complimentary beach shuttle makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.Grab a bite to eat at the Billionaire Grill & Bar, a restaurant where you can take in the garden view, or stay in and take advantage of 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink at the beach bar, the poolside bar, or one of 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 15 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

With a stay at Eco Villas Watamu in Watamu, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Watamu Beach and Mida Creek. This lodge is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Prawn Lake and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Ruins of Gedi.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and babysitting (surcharge). This lodge also features an arcade/game room, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at Echo, a restaurant which specializes in local and international cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily for a fee.Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.Stay in one of 4 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and bidets.

Located in Malindi, Kilili Baharini Resort & Spa is within a 5-minute drive of Marine Park and Portuguese Chapel. This luxury hotel is 15.8 mi (25.5 km) from Watamu Beach and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Silversands Beach.Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. Encounter the local wildlife with a safari, then enjoy a soak in one of the 6 outdoor swimming pools. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the beach bar. Breakfast is available daily for a fee.Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).Make yourself at home in one of the 35 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets.

With a stay at Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort in Watamu, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake. This villa is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Mida Creek and 4.3 mi (6.8 km) from Ruins of Gedi.Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool.Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.

When you stay at Sandies Malindi Dream Garden in Malindi, you'll be by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Marine Park and Portuguese Chapel. This upscale hotel is 15.7 mi (25.3 km) from Watamu Beach and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Silversands Beach.Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. After dipping into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools, you can spend some time at the private beach. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.All-inclusive rates are available at this hotel. Meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments are included in all-inclusive rates. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at Savana, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. When you are in need of a refreshing drink, visit the poolside bar or one of 4 bars/lounges, or 2 beach bars.Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and 2 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request).Make yourself at home in one of the 48 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

When you stay at Rock and Sea Resort in Watamu, you'll be 3 minutes by foot from Mida Creek. This family-friendly lodge is 17.5 mi (28.1 km) from Watamu Beach and 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Arabuko Sokoke Forest.You can experience a safari, and enjoy a private beach and a health club. Additional amenities at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).Grab a bite to eat at the lodge's restaurant, which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 4 air-conditioned guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Thank you team Hemingways Watamu for an amazing treat during our visit. Had the best time around, excellent meals,clean rooms, friendly staff. 30 minutes from Malindi Airport, excellent hotel transfers, perfect meal plans and delicious meals. The spa was a good plus for us. Gym lovers, you will enjoy every bit! Redemptor, Tom, Julius, Desmond at the bar all amazing. See you next time!