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Hotel Villa Mela Hotel

Villa Mela Hotel

Mahogany Road/Casuarina Road, 80200 Malindi, Kenya – Great location - show map

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8.8
Excellent
103 reviews
  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Location

    8.6

  • Total

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    8.9

The facilities, clean pool, very helpful staff who are knowledgeable about the surrounding areas. We got a reliable tukutuk driver/tour guide. When you get there ask for Abadalla. Steve and team, asanteni sana tutarejea.

Kevin Kenya

I had a great room, the bed was big and comfortable, the shower hot and clean. And staff were great!

Colin United States of America

This is the perfect place to relax as well as be close to the beach and a short tuk tuk ride to the town. Staff are lovely, breakfast delicious and the decor is gorgeous. We returned here on our final night because we liked it so much.

Olivia United Kingdom

Steve and Mdala were exceptional...Rooms spackling tidy.. Always willing to help

Wangeci Kenya

Villa Mela, lovely house with garden, excellently located in a very quiet and wooded area, a few meters from the beach and a few minutes from Malindi by tuk tuk. Very spacious and pleasant rooms, very comfortable beds. Good breakfast. Steve, the manager, is a wonderful person always attentive and ready to help you at all times.

Isabel Spain

The property was furnished with taste and had a character. All areas were kept clean. There are few rooms, so it is quite and you feel like in your own villa. Steven, the housekeeper, was very helpful and friendly, offering unnoticed and pleasant service. Close to the beach, although not in front of it.

Gergana Bulgaria

- staff was very friendly and helpful - room was clean - fresh water in the bathroom every day - good breakfast (eggs, bread, butter, jam, fruits, coffee, juice) - pool was clean - pretty garden - nice athmosphere (quiet, nice furniture & decoration) - walking distance to the beach I can highly recommend Villa Mela! Asante sana for everything!

Simone Austria

Location. My room was also really beautiful and the space is private.

Natalie Kenya

Great breakfast, friendly staff, and the best part was air conditioning in the room!!! Walking distance to the beach as well :)

Janine Denmark

The Location for the property is good. The staff are very friendly and jovial. The facility has good flowers and trees well kept. The swimming pool is well place and nice. The Lobby is nice especially for the location.

Lazarus Kenya

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8.8
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103 reviews
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  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The facilities, clean pool, very helpful staff who are knowledgeable about the surrounding areas. We got a reliable tukutuk driver/tour guide. When you get there ask for Abadalla.”
    Kevin Kevin Kenya Kenya
  • “I had a great room, the bed was big and comfortable, the shower hot and clean. And staff were great!”
    Colin Colin United States of America United States of America
  • “This is the perfect place to relax as well as be close to the beach and a short tuk tuk ride to the town. Staff are lovely, breakfast delicious and the decor is gorgeous.”
    Olivia Olivia United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Steve and Mdala were exceptional...Rooms spackling tidy.. Always willing to help”
    Wangeci Wangeci Kenya Kenya
  • “Villa Mela, lovely house with garden, excellently located in a very quiet and wooded area, a few meters from the beach and a few minutes from Malindi by tuk tuk.”
    Isabel Isabel Spain Spain
  • “The property was furnished with taste and had a character. All areas were kept clean. There are few rooms, so it is quite and you feel like in your own villa.”
    Gergana Gergana Bulgaria Bulgaria
  • “- staff was very friendly and helpful - room was clean - fresh water in the bathroom every day - good breakfast (eggs, bread, butter, jam, fruits, coffee, juice) - pool was clean - pretty garden -...”
    Simone Simone Austria Austria
  • “Location. My room was also really beautiful and the space is private.”
    Natalie Natalie Kenya Kenya
  • “Great breakfast, friendly staff, and the best part was air conditioning in the room!!! Walking distance to the beach as well :)”
    Janine Janine Denmark Denmark
  • “The Location for the property is good. The staff are very friendly and jovial. The facility has good flowers and trees well kept. The swimming pool is well place and nice.”
    Lazarus Lazarus Kenya Kenya

Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Villa Mela Hotel

One of our top picks in Malindi. Featuring a lush garden with a pool, Villa Mela Hotel is located in Malindi, within 1,650 feet of the Indian Ocean. It has a restaurant and a bar, and offers massages and a fitness area.

Each room at the Villa Mela faces the pool garden and includes characteristic wooden beds equipped with mosquito net. They are all air conditioned and come with a private bathroom fitted with bath, shower, and hairdryer.

The restaurant offers specialties from the local area mixed with classical international dishes. Barbecue facilities are also available for those guests who prefer outdoor meals.

Silversands beach is only 5 minutes’ walk away, while the Malindi Marine National Park is 1,650 feet away. The local airport is 2.8 mi away and the hotel can arrange a shuttle service upon request.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

2 swimming pools
Free WiFi
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms

Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.4 for two-person stays.

Currency Exchange: Need local currency? This property has currency exchange on site.

낍 Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Italian

끸 Free private parking available at the hotel

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8.8
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103 reviews
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  • Kevin Kenya

    “The facilities, clean pool, very helpful staff who are knowledgeable about the surrounding areas. We got a reliable tukutuk driver/tour guide. When you get there ask for Abadalla. Steve and team, asanteni sana tutarejea.”

  • Colin United States of America

    “I had a great room, the bed was big and comfortable, the shower hot and clean. And staff were great!”

  • Olivia United Kingdom

    “This is the perfect place to relax as well as be close to the beach and a short tuk tuk ride to the town. Staff are lovely, breakfast delicious and the decor is gorgeous. We returned here on our final night because we liked it so much.”

  • Wangeci Kenya

    “Steve and Mdala were exceptional...Rooms spackling tidy.. Always willing to help”

  • Isabel Spain

    “Villa Mela, lovely house with garden, excellently located in a very quiet and wooded area, a few meters from the beach and a few minutes from Malindi by tuk tuk. Very spacious and pleasant rooms, very comfortable beds. Good breakfast. Steve, the manager, is a wonderful person always attentive and ready to help you at all times.” Read more

  • Gergana Bulgaria

    “The property was furnished with taste and had a character. All areas were kept clean. There are few rooms, so it is quite and you feel like in your own villa. Steven, the housekeeper, was very helpful and friendly, offering unnoticed and pleasant service. Close to the beach, although not in front of it.” Read more

  • Simone Austria

    “- staff was very friendly and helpful - room was clean - fresh water in the bathroom every day - good breakfast (eggs, bread, butter, jam, fruits, coffee, juice) - pool was clean - pretty garden - nice athmosphere (quiet, nice furniture & decoration) - walking distance to the beach I can highly recommend Villa Mela! Asante sana for everything! ” Read more

  • Natalie Kenya

    “Location. My room was also really beautiful and the space is private. ”

  • Janine Denmark

    “Great breakfast, friendly staff, and the best part was air conditioning in the room!!! Walking distance to the beach as well :)”

  • Lazarus Kenya

    “The Location for the property is good. The staff are very friendly and jovial. The facility has good flowers and trees well kept. The swimming pool is well place and nice. The Lobby is nice especially for the location.”

Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Vasco da Gama Pillar
    1.3 miles
  • Portuguese Chapel
    1.3 miles
  • Malindi Marine National Park
    1.7 miles
  • Galana Shopping Centre
    2.2 miles
  • Gedi Ruins
    8.8 miles
  • Bio-Ken Snake Farm
    10.5 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Baby Marrow
    0.9 miles
  • Restaurant Osteria Town
    1.6 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Karen Blixen
    2.5 miles
  • Cafe/Bar BarBar
    2.8 miles
  • Restaurant Osteria Beach
    0.3 miles
Closest Airports
  • Malindi Airport
    1.7 miles
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Amenities of Villa Mela Hotel Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

2 swimming pools
Free WiFi
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
  • Pets are not allowed.

Activities
  • Snorkeling Additional charge
  • Horseback riding Off-site Additional charge
  • Diving Additional charge
  • Canoeing Additional charge
  • Library
  • Fishing Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
  • Tennis court Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Bottle of water Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Internet
  • Free! WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking

    Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Secure parking
Services
  • Shuttle service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Car rental
  • Currency exchange
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Safe
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 – outdoor
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
Pool 2 – outdoor (kids)
  • Open all year
  • Suitable for kids
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Massage Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Italian

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Check-in

1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Check-out

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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A deposit via bank wire is required to secure your reservation. Please contact the Hotel for more information.

FAQs about Villa Mela Hotel

  • Guests staying at Villa Mela Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Italian
    • À la carte

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Villa Mela Hotel (subject to availability):

    • Parking
    • Free parking
    • On-site parking
    • Private Parking
    • Secure parking

  • The prices at Villa Mela Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at Villa Mela Hotel is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Villa Mela Hotel by:

    • Taxi 15min

  • Room options at Villa Mela Hotel include:

    • Double

  • Villa Mela Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Snorkeling
    • Library
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Horseback riding

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