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      Kola Beach Resort

      168 Reviews
      #1 of 28 Hotels in Malindi
      Lamu Road | Mambrui Junction, Malindi 80200, Kenya
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      Overview
      4.5
      168 reviews
      • Excellent83%
      • Very good12%
      • Average3%
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      Free Wifi
      Free Parking
      Breakfast included
      Air Conditioning
      Beachfront
      Pool
      Non-Smoking Rooms
      Restaurant
      Airport Transportation
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      Poolside Bar
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      Pets Allowed
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      Ski-In / Ski-Out
      3.5 Star Hotel
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      1 - 5 of 66 reviews

      Reviewed 4 days ago via mobile
      Outstanding!!

      The food was truly outstanding. Unlimited lobster, crab parcels, seafood lasagna and so much more. The staff are very helpful and friendly especially Naomi, Purity and Chetrin. The rooms are super clean, towels changed frequently. The shower design is weird because water spills onto the...More

      Thank Irfan K
      Response from KolabeachResort, Direttore at Kola Beach ResortResponded 3 days ago

      Dear guest, thank you very much for your kind feedback. Hoping to see you soon again at Kola Beach Resort Best regards

      Reviewed 1 week ago
      Heaven on Earth!

      The Kola beach resort is a hidden gem in a remote area, away from all the noise and traffic. The beach I clean and private (no hawkers and idlers). If you are looking for that perfect place for a romantic getaway this is the place!

      Thank VisioNary2013
      Response from KolabeachResort, Direttore at Kola Beach ResortResponded 1 week ago

      Dear Guest, Thank you very much for your feedback and your kind words. We try our best to make your stay the best and we are very glad you appreciated it. We hope to see you soon all together. Best regards

      Reviewed 4 weeks ago
      Wonderful Wedding Weekend in The Perfect Setting

      Stayed at Kola Beach between 08-11 Jun 17 for our son's wedding. Truly idyllic setting matched by a tremendous service by all staff led by the Superlative Chetrin. Food, service, accommodation, Weather, Ambience were all A1 and everyone was made to feel welcome from arrival...More

      Thank Bolan01
      Response from KolabeachResort, Direttore at Kola Beach ResortResponded 4 weeks ago

      Dear Guest, thank you very much for your feedback and your kind words. We tried our best and we are very glad you appreciated it. We hope to see you soon all together. Best regards

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      Reviewed June 12, 2017 via mobile
      Spectacular hotel, outstanding service

      We had a truly a amazing experience at Kola Beach Resort this weekend. Great service with a smile from the fantastic and helpful management team, Chetrin, you truly rock!!👏 to the equally amazing support staff, Naumi at Reception, Purity and the entire crew at Dining,...More

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      Response from KolabeachResort, Direttore at Kola Beach ResortResponded June 14, 2017

      Dear Guest, thank you very much for writing such a nice review, we are so glad to have made your stay perfect and enjoyable for you and your family. we hope to host you again best regards

      Reviewed May 10, 2017
      Great weekend getaway

      We booked Kola Beach Resort because of its TripAdvisor rating. Being a rather last minute booking, we didn't expect too much. Though the booking went well and an airport transfer was arranged, we thought it would be a rather normal holiday destination and the bumpy...More

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      Response from KolabeachResort, Direttore at Kola Beach ResortResponded May 11, 2017

      dear Guest, thank you for taking your time to review our property with such a nice words. We try our best to satisfy the needs of our estimated cusomer and we really appreciate your comment. we look forward to host you and your family again...More

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      Amenities
      • Top amenities
      • Pool
      • Beachfront
      • Free Parking
      • Restaurant
      • Bar/Lounge
      • Room Service
      • Spa
      • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
      • Breakfast included
      • Hotel Amenities
      • Free Parking
      • Airport Transportation
      • Laundry Service
      • Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
      • Shuttle Bus Service
      • Room Service
      • Breakfast included
      • Dry Cleaning
      • Business Center with Internet Access
      • Room amenities
      • Air Conditioning
      • Things to do
      • Pool
      • Restaurant
      • Bar/Lounge
      • Spa
      Details
      • Price range
      • $142 - $273 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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      • #1 Spa Hotel in Malindi
      • #1 Top resorts Hotel in Malindi
      • #1 On the Beach Hotel in Malindi
      • #5 Family Hotel in Malindi
      • #7 Romantic Hotel in Malindi
      • Room types
      • Suites ,
      • Family Rooms ,
      • Kitchenette ,
      • Non-Smoking Rooms
      • Number of rooms
      • 40
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      • Location
      • Kenya >
      • Coast Province >
      • Malindi
      • Also Known As
      • Kola Beach Resort Malindi, Kenya, Africa
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