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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%
    • Poor1%
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    Free Wifi
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    Breakfast included
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    1 - 5 of 66 reviews

    Reviewed 4 weeks 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 4 weeks ago

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

    Reviewed July 10, 2017
    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 July 12, 2017

    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 June 17, 2017
    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 June 20, 2017

    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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    About
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    Amenities
    • Top amenities
    • Pool
    • Beachfront
    • Room Service
    • Free Parking
    • Restaurant
    • Bar/Lounge
    • Spa
    • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
    • Breakfast included
    • Hotel Amenities
    • Room Service
    • Free Parking
    • Laundry Service
    • Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
    • Shuttle Bus Service
    • Airport Transportation
    • Breakfast included
    • Dry Cleaning
    • Business Center with Internet Access
    • Room amenities
    • Air Conditioning
    • Things to do
    • Pool
    • Restaurant
    • Bar/Lounge
    • Spa
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    • Price range
    • $129 - $304 (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
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    • Suites ,
    • Non-Smoking Rooms ,
    • Family Rooms ,
    • Kitchenette
    • Number of rooms
    • 40
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    • Kenya >
    • Coast Province >
    • Malindi
    • Also Known As
    • Kola Beach Resort Malindi, Kenya, Africa
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