Best Affordable Hotels in Malindi
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Guest favorite
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Private beach
Baba Lao Beach Hostel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Live entertainment
- Golf centre
- Terrace
Baba Lao Beach Hostel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Live entertainment
- Golf centre
- Terrace
Baba Lao Beach Hostel
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Beach access
Primeshade Guesthouse
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
- Garden area
Featuring comfortable rooms and an à la carte restaurant, the comfortable Primeshade Guesthouse Malindi is just 1.2 km from Nakumatt Malindi. Wi-Fi is provided throughout the property for guests' advantage.
The property features 11 rooms with a dining area, and views of the garden. There are separate bedrooms and private bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower provided.
Primeshade Guesthouse
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
- Garden area
Primeshade Guesthouse
Featuring comfortable rooms and an à la carte restaurant, the comfortable Primeshade Guesthouse Malindi is just 1.2 km from Nakumatt Malindi. Wi-Fi is provided throughout the property for guests' advantage.
The property features 11 rooms with a dining area, and views of the garden. There are separate bedrooms and private bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower provided.
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Private beach
Casuarina Lounge
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Terrace
Located 4.3 km from Falconry of Kenya, the 3-star Casuarina Lounge Hotel Malindi includes 8 rooms with views of the city. Boasting a prime location, this comfortable hotel invites guests to an à la carte restaurant serving African dishes.
The rooms at the hotel feature a writing desk, along with sound-proofed windows for guests' convenience.
Casuarina Lounge
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Terrace
Casuarina Lounge
Located 4.3 km from Falconry of Kenya, the 3-star Casuarina Lounge Hotel Malindi includes 8 rooms with views of the city. Boasting a prime location, this comfortable hotel invites guests to an à la carte restaurant serving African dishes.
The rooms at the hotel feature a writing desk, along with sound-proofed windows for guests' convenience.
Cheap Hotels in Malindi Downtown
Double Heart Resort
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf course
- Outdoor swimming pool
Double Heart Resort
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf course
- Outdoor swimming pool
Double Heart Resort
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Best-rated
Villa Ameera Malindi
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Outdoor swimming pool
The elegant Villa Ameera Malindi hotel, located just 1.1 km from Betty's Boutique, offers a year-round outdoor swimming pool, Wi-Fi throughout the property. Thanks to its prime location, this Malindi hotel stands around a 10-minute ride from Casino Malindi, which is a great place to have a fun time.
Offering a flat-screen TV, the 6 rooms come with climate control to ensure a comfortable stay. There is also a private bathroom. Some bathrooms have a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with a dryer and bath sheets.
Villa Ameera Malindi
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Outdoor swimming pool
Villa Ameera Malindi
The elegant Villa Ameera Malindi hotel, located just 1.1 km from Betty's Boutique, offers a year-round outdoor swimming pool, Wi-Fi throughout the property. Thanks to its prime location, this Malindi hotel stands around a 10-minute ride from Casino Malindi, which is a great place to have a fun time.
Offering a flat-screen TV, the 6 rooms come with climate control to ensure a comfortable stay. There is also a private bathroom. Some bathrooms have a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with a dryer and bath sheets.
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Popular choice
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Beachfront
Silver Rock Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- 24-hour reception
- In-room safe
- Laundry
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
Silver Rock Hotel Malindi, located a 25-minute walk from National Museums of Kenya-Malindi Museum, features Wi-Fi in public areas. Guests can swim in a swimming pool, while this hotel provides views of the pool.
The 11 rooms are fitted with an individual safe as well as comforts such as climate control. They come equipped with a refrigerator, an oven, and kitchenware. Guests can make use of private bathrooms with a bidet and a separate toilet.
Silver Rock Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- 24-hour reception
- In-room safe
- Laundry
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
Silver Rock Hotel
Silver Rock Hotel Malindi, located a 25-minute walk from National Museums of Kenya-Malindi Museum, features Wi-Fi in public areas. Guests can swim in a swimming pool, while this hotel provides views of the pool.
The 11 rooms are fitted with an individual safe as well as comforts such as climate control. They come equipped with a refrigerator, an oven, and kitchenware. Guests can make use of private bathrooms with a bidet and a separate toilet.
Cheap Hotels in Malindi with Free Parking
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Beach access
Silver Rock Boutique Resort By Mokawa - Hotel & Apartments
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Pool with view
The comfortable Silver Rock Boutique Resort By Mokawa - Hotel & Apartments Malindi, located just 1.6 km from Vasco da Gama Pillar, offers a swimming pool, Wi-Fi throughout the property. An American-style restaurant is available in this Malindi hotel that boasts a beachfront location fairly close to Ndoro Sculpture Garden.
The rooms comprise a balcony and a terrace complete with an air conditioner, as well as a flat-screen TV. The separate bedrooms come with a wardrobe. Guests can enjoy rooms with views of the pool.
Silver Rock Boutique Resort By Mokawa - Hotel & Apartments
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Pool with view
Silver Rock Boutique Resort By Mokawa - Hotel & Apartments
The comfortable Silver Rock Boutique Resort By Mokawa - Hotel & Apartments Malindi, located just 1.6 km from Vasco da Gama Pillar, offers a swimming pool, Wi-Fi throughout the property. An American-style restaurant is available in this Malindi hotel that boasts a beachfront location fairly close to Ndoro Sculpture Garden.
The rooms comprise a balcony and a terrace complete with an air conditioner, as well as a flat-screen TV. The separate bedrooms come with a wardrobe. Guests can enjoy rooms with views of the pool.
Premier Guest Residence Hotel
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
Located merely 0.8 km from Victoria Beach Resort, the comfortable Premier Guest Residence Hotel Malindi offers comfortable rooms around a 10-minute walk from Mulla Boutique Market. Wi-Fi is available in public areas and a car park is provided on site too.
Comprising a balcony, the rooms at this accommodation are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The rooms are fitted with spacious bathrooms. Spacious rooms offer views of the garden.
Premier Guest Residence Hotel
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
Premier Guest Residence Hotel
Located merely 0.8 km from Victoria Beach Resort, the comfortable Premier Guest Residence Hotel Malindi offers comfortable rooms around a 10-minute walk from Mulla Boutique Market. Wi-Fi is available in public areas and a car park is provided on site too.
Comprising a balcony, the rooms at this accommodation are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The rooms are fitted with spacious bathrooms. Spacious rooms offer views of the garden.
Travellers Inn Resort Malindi
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Seasonal outdoor pool
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the comfortable Travellers Inn Resort Malindi is approximately 10 minutes' drive from Masjid Umar bin Khattab. This Malindi hotel offers 17 rooms and amenities such as a restaurant.
Providing a separate toilet and a shower, some bathrooms have towels. Enjoy views of the garden, while staying at the hotel.
Travellers Inn Resort Malindi
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Seasonal outdoor pool
Travellers Inn Resort Malindi
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the comfortable Travellers Inn Resort Malindi is approximately 10 minutes' drive from Masjid Umar bin Khattab. This Malindi hotel offers 17 rooms and amenities such as a restaurant.
Providing a separate toilet and a shower, some bathrooms have towels. Enjoy views of the garden, while staying at the hotel.
Cheap Family Hotels in Malindi
Makuti Villas Resort
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Located just 1.7 km from Kilifi Bridge, the 3-star Makuti Villas Resort Kilifi offers amenities such as a sundeck, a picnic area, and barbecue grills. Featuring a restaurant and a luggage room, this Kilifi hotel is approximately a 10-minute drive from the archaeological museum "Mnarani ruins".
The rooms comprise a balcony and a living room complete with a fan and air conditioning, as well as a TV. The separate bedrooms come with a wardrobe. Some bathrooms have a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with towels. Guests can enjoy rooms with views of the garden.
Makuti Villas Resort
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Makuti Villas Resort
Located just 1.7 km from Kilifi Bridge, the 3-star Makuti Villas Resort Kilifi offers amenities such as a sundeck, a picnic area, and barbecue grills. Featuring a restaurant and a luggage room, this Kilifi hotel is approximately a 10-minute drive from the archaeological museum "Mnarani ruins".
The rooms comprise a balcony and a living room complete with a fan and air conditioning, as well as a TV. The separate bedrooms come with a wardrobe. Some bathrooms have a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with towels. Guests can enjoy rooms with views of the garden.
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Private beach
Watamu Adventist Beach Resort
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
The comfortable 3-star Watamu Adventist Beach Resort, located approximately a 10-minute ride from Arabuko-Sokoke Forest, offers an outdoor swimming pool and Wi-Fi in public areas.
The rooms at the accommodation are fitted with air conditioning as well as an electric kettle. There is also a private bathroom. The rooms also face the sea.
Watamu Adventist Beach Resort
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Watamu Adventist Beach Resort
The comfortable 3-star Watamu Adventist Beach Resort, located approximately a 10-minute ride from Arabuko-Sokoke Forest, offers an outdoor swimming pool and Wi-Fi in public areas.
The rooms at the accommodation are fitted with air conditioning as well as an electric kettle. There is also a private bathroom. The rooms also face the sea.
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Beach access
Paradise Lagoon B&B
- Restaurant
- 24-hour reception
- Full body massage
- Massage
Paradise Lagoon B&B
- Restaurant
- 24-hour reception
- Full body massage
- Massage
Paradise Lagoon B&B
Cheap Weekly Hotels in Malindi
Gabsgate Resort Kilifi
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Ironing facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
Gabsgate Resort Kilifi
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Ironing facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
Gabsgate Resort Kilifi
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Beach access
Newdarling Beach Hotel
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Room service
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Garden area
Located 2.9 km from A Rocha Conservation and Hope Campground, the comfortable Newdarling Beach Hotel Watamu offers comfortable rooms approximately 10 minutes by car from Sudi Uninhabited Island. There is also private parking.
The rooms at the Newdarling Beach Watamu have wireless internet, along with an electric kettle for your convenience. There is also a private bathroom.
Newdarling Beach Hotel
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Room service
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Garden area
Newdarling Beach Hotel
Located 2.9 km from A Rocha Conservation and Hope Campground, the comfortable Newdarling Beach Hotel Watamu offers comfortable rooms approximately 10 minutes by car from Sudi Uninhabited Island. There is also private parking.
The rooms at the Newdarling Beach Watamu have wireless internet, along with an electric kettle for your convenience. There is also a private bathroom.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Cheap Hotels in Malindi, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Baba Lao Beach Hostel |
9.2 / 10 (32 Reviews) |
From 11$ | |
| Primeshade Guesthouse |
8.4 / 10 (40 Reviews) |
From 26$ | |
| Casuarina Lounge |
8.3 / 10 (48 Reviews) |
From 25$ | |
| Double Heart Resort |
7.2 / 10 (78 Reviews) |
From 20$ | |
| Villa Ameera Malindi |
7.6 / 10 (136 Reviews) |
From 40$ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which cheap hotels near the beach in Malindi offer great leisure options?
Silver Rock Hotel and Double Heart Resort provide direct beach access and outdoor pools for relaxation. Guests can stroll to Malindi Beach for sunbathing or water sports.
Visit the beach early in the morning for quieter space and better sun placement.
What budget-friendly hotels in Malindi have family-focused accommodations?
Casuarina Lounge and Silver Rock Hotel offer spacious rooms for families, including options with two bedrooms. They also provide playgrounds and kids' entertainment.
Book a family suite at Silver Rock Hotel on weekdays for discounted rates and more availability.
Which affordable hotels in Malindi allow pets?
Double Heart Resort and Casuarina Lounge are welcoming to pets, providing spacious gardens and scenic views. These setups help families travel with their furry friends comfortably.
Notify the hotel in advance about your pet to ensure a smooth check-in process.
Which cheap hotels in Malindi offer breakfast?
Silver Rock Hotel and Travellers Inn Resort Malindi have dining options that include breakfast as part of the stay. This can save you time and money while exploring in the morning.
Opt for an early breakfast to enjoy a buffet and get a jumpstart on sightseeing activities.
What are some affordable hotel options in Malindi with pools?
Hotels like Silver Rock Hotel and Double Heart Resort feature inviting outdoor pools for guests. They are excellent spots to relax after a day of activities.
Try to use the pool during quieter hours, such as late afternoon, to enjoy a more peaceful swim.
Which low-cost hotels in Malindi are near key landmarks?
Double Heart Resort is just 800 meters from Malindi Beach and close to the Portuguese Chapel. Staying here offers both comfort and great access to local sites.
Plan walking tours to nearby sites in the morning when the weather is cooler.
Which cheap hotel in Malindi is best for extended stays?
Premier Guest Residence Hotel offers amenities that are suitable for long-term stays, like kitchen facilities and spacious rooms. It's ideal for travelers looking for more comfort over longer visits.
Inquire about discounts for weekly or monthly bookings to save on accommodation costs.
What unique local experiences should I seek while in Malindi?
Exploring Watamu National Marine Park is a must for snorkeling and diving experiences. You can see vibrant marine life and enjoy guided boat tours available from nearby hotels.
Book your marine park visit during early morning hours for calmer waters and more wildlife sightings.
How can I navigate Malindi easily while on a budget?
Using local matatus, shared minibuses, is a cost-effective way to travel within Malindi and reach nearby attractions. They're frequent and available at numerous stops in the city.
Pay for the ride in cash and plan to travel during off-peak hours for shorter wait times.
When is the best time to visit Malindi for budget travelers?
Visiting during the off-peak season from April to June offers lower hotel rates and fewer crowds. This makes for a more relaxed travel experience.
Book accommodations in advance during the off-peak months for the best savings and options.