
Beachfront holiday rentals in Malindi
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Explore 70 holiday rentals in Malindi

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Malindi holiday rentals start at $26 SGD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
40 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly holiday rentals
Find 20 rentals that welcome pets

Holiday rentals with a pool
60 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
50 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
60 of Malindi holiday rentals include wifi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Malindi rentals

4.6 Average rating
Malindi stays receive an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 from guests
Top-rated beachfront rentals in Malindi
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Stunning peaceful beachfront 5BD with pool.
Traditional Swahili style house, stands on coral headland overlooking sea, beach, beautiful flowering gardens, private access to beach. Swimming pool recently installed, SEE HOUSE RULES Villa has 2 levels & views of Indian Ocean, private direct access to the beach, which stretches out either side, within the Marine Park. Includes 3 staff, cook, and daily room service, and gardener. Sleeps up to 10. Easily adapted and made comfortable to host smaller groups, by using just the upstairs bedrooms.
BeachViewBack garden
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviews
Volandrella Beachfront Villa | Pool & Chef
Villa Volandrella sits in a stunning seafront location (first line) on the famous Watamu Beach with direct access to the sand and close to Watamu village. Staff services (chef, daily cleaning and security) are included in the price. The area is made up of high-end homes. The villa spans 3 floors and features 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 1 living room, a kitchen, staff quarters for the house boy, a garden, a pool and private parking. Discounted professional massages can also be arranged in the villa
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews
Medina Palms three bedroom Beach Villa in Watamu
A three bedroom villa in Medina Palms, a 5 star hotel and residence which has been voted best hotel in Kenya, on the beachfront in Watamu, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. The villa is fully serviced and cleaned, and guests have access to the whole hotel, including a restaurant, bar, beach bar, gym, watersports centre, spa, and three pools and beds. With the 24 hour hotel reception you can organise sunset cruises on a traditional sailing dhow, snorkelling, fishing and much more.
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviews
Panoramic Oceanfront Penthouse Pool & Housekeeping
Charming , cool and breezy beach front apartment , nice pool with sunbeds and umbrellas included, daily housekeeping , self catering (Chef available) . Fast speed wi-fi connection , suitable for smart working. For couples , groups of friends or families (ideal for short term or long term rentals). Direct access to the white sandy beach, fantastic sea views . Placed in an elegant small compound with 24 h security. Close to airport, restaurants, town center, super markets, golf club, banks.
BeachViewLayout
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 160 reviews
Watamu Sandbar Beach Cottage
ECO-friendly wonderfully located, 2 bed apartment Cottage, set in the secure grounds of a beach front property. A balcony above the veranda offers wonderful views across the Indian Ocean lagoon to Whale Rock & at low tide the stunning Sandbar. Guests have private, easy access to the beach. Shares a large plunge pool with the SandBar Studio. Both bedrooms are en-suite, well equipped kitchen and dining room as well as an ample covered veranda. Fast, WIFI and satellite TV. Fantastic location!
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 67 reviews
Beachfront Apartment with Panoramic Ocean View
Elegant and spacious beachfront apartment with beautiful panoramic views over the ocean and the bay, surrounded by lush tropical gardens and just steps from the pool and Blue Bay beach. Bright, airy and thoughtfully designed, it offers comfort, tranquillity and privacy in the heart of Watamu. Restaurants, bars, shops, ATMs and local transport are all within easy walking distance. Wi-Fi, private parking and 24-hour security. Ideal for families and friends to enjoy Watamu by the ocean.
BeachWalkabilityGetting around
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 130 reviews
Family beach house, birder's paradise.
Mkwaju is the ultimate place to disconnect and relax in secluded and beautiful surroundings while soaking up the sea air, sunshine and stunning views. Our four bed/bathrooom house has extensive veranda space, pool and beach frontage, while blending in with the environment in an area that has maintained the traditional coastal way of life. Guests can enjoy the simplicity of life here, with easy access to activities from birdwatching, and goggling to kite surfing and deep sea fishing.
WalkabilityBeachNearby
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 94 reviews
Oceanfront Hideaway | Pool |Beach | Coastal Escape
Welcome to your private oceanfront hideaway on Kenya’s beautiful coastline, a peaceful one-bedroom retreat designed for slow mornings, ocean breezes, and complete relaxation. Wake up to the sound of waves, enjoy coffee overlooking the Indian Ocean, spend your afternoons between the beach and swimming pool, and experience the quiet charm of Malindi coastal living. Perfect for couples, solo travellers, digital nomads, and guests combining a safari adventure with a relaxing beach escape.
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4.87 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews
Ibambe Villa, plot 32, Watamu, Kenya
Ibambe villa is priced for 6 guests in 3 bedrooms but sleeps up to 12 comfortably. There is an extra usd 150 charge per extra room above the 3. The whole house is available for usd 900. Ibambe is a beautiful large beachfront villa with stunning views of the Indian Ocean. Ideal for groups & families. This elegant 5 bedroom villa is spacious & luxurious with the perfect mix of Swahili design & modern furnishings. Shaded by indigenous trees & palms with swimming pool and gardens.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 27 reviews
Lion House beach house
The house is located in a complex overlooking the Silversand Beach of Malindi, where all the best hotels in the area are located. The complex is accessed directly from the main road and has an expansive garden equipped with a private parking and a large shared swimming pool. The villa is tastefully and gracefully furnished in Afro-chic style. La casa è situata in un complesso che affaccia sulla Silversand Beach di Malindi, dove sono situati tutti i migliori hotel della zona.
BeachWalkabilityCheck-in
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 254 reviews
Himaya House - cliff front family house with pool
Set above Silversands beach on a coral cliff, Himaya House presides over an unparalleled expanse of Indian Ocean. Composed of a main house, guest house, pool, landscaped gardens and private beach access, and complete with a full suite of staff, Himaya is an ethereal escape on the cliff edge of Ancient East Africa. A loved rustic family property for many decades; we are here to help you with the details both little and large, that will make your trip.
WalkabilityBeachAir conditioning
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 35 reviews
Al Hamra Villa Watamu 4B/R+Beach access+Chef
Have you ever dreamed of sleeping in a palace from Arabian Nights? Villa Al Hamra offers you this unique and breathtaking experience. It's a timeless refuge, where life follows the rhythm of the wind, the warm sand, and the whispers of the nearby sea. With a direct access to the magnificent lagoon of Turtle Bay's white sand beach, Al Hamra promises unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime.
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4.76 out of 5 average rating, 45 reviewsPopular amenities for beachfront rentals in Malindi
Pet-friendly beachfront home rentals

Shuma House
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 64 reviews
Coastal Cottage
ViewWalkabilityParking
4.69 out of 5 average rating, 35 reviews
Raha Tu - Whole Apartment
BeachWalkabilityValue
4.65 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews
Escape to The Beach House - Your Private Paradise!
ViewBeachCleanliness
4.47 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviews
Red Sunshine Villa african dream
ViewWalkabilityCleanliness
4.25 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviews
Beach front Cagiugia next to Vasco Da Gama Malindi
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4.6 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews
Azuri Homes Malindi Elegant 1BR+POOL+Wi-Fi & BEACH
BeachWalkabilityWifi
4.54 out of 5 average rating, 63 reviews
Zahari House (Dhow house)
BeachViewIndoor spaces
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviewsBeachfront home rentals with a pool

Luxury 2 Bedroom Beach Apartment in Medina Palms
ViewWalkabilityKitchen
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 93 reviews
Tembo Beach 2 bed Cottage in Resort
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews
Donnelly House, 3 bedrooms, private beach access
WalkabilityBeachAir conditioning
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 53 reviews
Super attico panoramico con meravigliosa piscina
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4.88 out of 5 average rating, 83 reviews
Bouganvillea Apartment - Gecko Resort
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4.81 out of 5 average rating, 47 reviews
MARIA, the Star on the sea beach cottages - Martin
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4.79 out of 5 average rating, 62 reviews
Fay's Haven studio watamu
BeachGetting aroundNearby
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews
Happysite -Luxx Suites - Malindi Beach - Rhino
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4.66 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviewsPrivate beachfront home rentals

Karibu Tamu Retreat
BeachNearbyComfort
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews
Eco Tower Watamu
BeachWalkabilityGetting around
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 57 reviews
Beachfront Condo with Pool
BeachFamilyDecor
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews
Malindi Mariposa apartment
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviews
Sho-sho cottage on Blue Lagoon
WalkabilityBeachIndoor spaces
4.6 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews
Couzy_Ocean Beach paradise
BeachWalkabilityNearby
4.5 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews
Appartamento a Watamu a “2 passi dal mare”
BeachWalkabilityAccess
4.58 out of 5 average rating, 40 reviews
PucciHouse 3 rooms apartment-swimming pool & Spa
WalkabilityBeachCondition
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviewsDestinations to explore
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