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Malindi holiday rentals start at $18 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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150 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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190 properties feature pools

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120 properties have a dedicated workspace

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220 of Malindi holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Malindi stays receive an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 from guests
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Escape to The Beach House - Your Private Paradise!
The Beach House fronts the Indian Ocean and is 1 step off Mayungu Beach. The house is set in 10 acres, with 250 meters of beachfront. Only 20 mins drive from Malindi & 15 mins from the Airport The house has 4 double bedrooms, 3 ensuite, 2 kitchens and 375 sqm of Beachside Terrace, with a BBQ. The location is a beachcombers paradise being peacefully off the tourist track. The Beach House is a special place in a unique location, its not for everybody. There are fans and mosquito nets throughout

Nyumba Ya Madau - Stunning Beach Villa in Watamu
Welcome to Nyumba Ya Madau, a Swahili-style beachfront villa on a pristine white sandy beach protected by a coral reef. It’s the perfect place to unwind, sleeping up to 10 guests (plus 2 kids). Enjoy ocean views that shift with the tides—walk along the sandbank at low tide, swim or snorkel, take a boat ride, or kitesurf at high tide. The villa sits in a secure 24/7-guarded compound with a private terrace pool and a shared pool. Your stay includes a chef and staff to fully relax and enjoy Watamu.

SunPeople House: Private Pool & Large Garden
Welcome to our tropical oasis, only 800 meters walk to the beach. Our eco-friendly home sits on 1.5 acres of beautiful gardens and features a spacious veranda and private swimming pool. Our home is partially run on solar power and the gardens and swimming pool are fed with collected rainwater. Between dips in the pool and swims at the nearby beach, take a meditative walk among the 40+ coconut trees, tropical flowers, & endless plants. We hope SunPeople serves as a quiet and lovely retreat space.

2 homes - "Around The Baobabs"
Welcome to Around the Baobabs — a peaceful tropical retreat featuring two stylish private homes set within lush gardens beneath towering baobab trees, just 600m from Malindi’s best beach. With 7 bedrooms, 2 private pools, beautiful open-air living spaces & full staff including a fantastic chef, it’s ideal for families & groups of friends. Owner-managed for a seamless stay, with personalised help arranging shopping, menu planning, dhow trips, Marine Park visits & unforgettable local experiences.

Peponi Penthouse at Lulu Sands - Private beach
Peponi, meaning “paradise,” occupies the entire top floor of our villa, offering complete privacy for guests who book it. This exclusive penthouse suite features A/C and spacious living, dining, and kitchen areas, all with stunning ocean views, refreshing sea breezes, and elegant Swahili-style décor. Guests enjoy access to an outdoor lounge, private beach, BBQ grill, and outdoor shower, with optional chef service available. Powered 100% by solar energy for sustainable, uninterrupted comfort.

Twin Villa - Friend the Village
Villa Samawati, nel lussuoso Rafiki Village, ti attende a 800m dalle Seven Island e dall'Isola dell'Amore. A due passi da comodità e spiagge. Watamu centro e punti d'interesse a 10 minuti a piedi. Ideale per tutti. E la grande novità: vanta un impianto fotovoltaico che garantisce energia continua, anche con blackout, per un soggiorno sempre sereno e senza pensieri! Servizi completi: lavanderia, pulizia giornaliera, cambio biancheria, cuoco, doccia esterna, area massaggi e relax con bagno

Afro-boho Villa w/ Private Pool
Experience our vibrant Afro-Bohemian villa in Malindi—a 3-bedroom retreat in a gated community. We have a private pool, spacious patio, and a lush garden. Each ensuite room has AC and fans, with a master suite adjoining a bonus children’s room. Relax in the chillout lounge with a 55" smart TV and strong Wi-Fi. A fully equipped kitchen, indoor/outdoor dining, free parking, and 24/7 solar-backed power complete your perfect getaway. Only 5 minutes from town and 15 minutes from the airport.

Nyotas-Gem
Entire private house with exclusive use of the pool, garden, terrace, and all guest areas. No other guests stay on the property. Janet, our caretaker, lives in separate accommodation near the entrance and maintains the property and pool. Her area is separate from guest spaces, and most guests have little or no interaction with her. Maximum occupancy is 3 registered guests. Visitors, parties, and events are not permitted. The beach is a 12–17 minute walk or about 3 minutes by car.

BlueBayCove Penthouse 1
Du lebst direkt am Meer in einem stilvoll eingerichteten Penthouse über 3 Etagen. Auf beiden Seiten der kleinen Bucht,welche ein Korallenriff umschließt,erstrecken sich endlose Sandstrände. In der Nähe laden gute Restaurants in ihre Gärten ein,eingekauft wird auf dem lokalen Märkten oder im italienischen Supermarkt. Vom Haus aus können Hochseefischen sowie Safaries in alle Wildgebiete seriös vermittelt werden. Flughafentransfer von Mombasa oder Malindi kann organisiert werden.

Bottlebird Beach House 180° Sea views & beachside
Welcome to our favourite place. Our Arab-Swahili style makuti-roofed private house is on a promontory over looking the sea on the beach at Mayungu - 25 mins from Malindi airport. We are on the front row, with stunning views of the sea, a large pool, nice staff, good cook, and plenty of places to relax, and table tennis and a pool table. The house sleeps 8 adults plus children who will love the puzzles and pool. 4 bedrooms are en-suite, and 2 small kids rooms share a shower.

Yulia's House
Villa Yulia (very recent construction) located 60m from the most beautiful beach in Kenya, Watamu Beach. The villa offers a large outdoor swimming pool, garden, and gazebo for massages. Rooms with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi. Including staff: a cook, a cleaning person, a night watchman. Watamu is a great location for those who want to go on safari in one of Kenya's wonderful parks or discover beautiful beaches. Malindi Airport, the nearest airport, is 20 km away.

Private paradise in Malindi
I am delighted you are considering staying at my place during your visit to beautiful Malindi. Before you book, I invite you to read this all the way through as it will help you get all the necessary information you need to know about the place. This is a quiet, cosy, non-smoking Villa tucked within a well-kept and secure compound with five other villas. It features a lush garden and a large shared pool.
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