Why is a Malindi Beach Holiday Worth Your While?
Malindi is one of the popular idyllic Kenya beaches with a small town feel.
It is roughly the midpoint between 2 other coastal getaways, Mombasa to the south and Lamu to the north.
Because of its fabulous secluded beaches and protected coral reefs, it is a particularly great place to relax after a hectic Kenya safari playing hide and seek with the mindboggling array of Kenya animals.
Located only 100 km (60 miles) north of Mombasa, this small town offers the discerning visitor somewhere to relax and to enjoy water sports that range from snorkeling, surfing and deep sea fishing.
Malindi Attractions
When you tire of lazing along the town's secluded beaches, by all means check out these alluring destinations:
 Malindi Marine National Park. The marine park is probably your best bet in the entire country for viewing seagrass beds, coral reef gardens, mangroves and multicolored fish.
You can also watch scores of seabirds and marine mammals such as turtles and dolphins. This is also a great place for snorkeling, diving, glass bottom rides and even swimming. - The magical Marafa Depression (or Hell's Kitchen, as it is known locally) is a series of gigantic gullies and sandstone gorges.
- The spooky Arabuko Sokoke is a mangrove jungle with winding pathways leading you to areas rich in birdlife and rare mammals as well as visiting herds of elephant.
- For ardent students of Kenya history, a visit to the Vasco da Gama Pillar is highly recommended. It is, of course, a monument to the famous early explorer who first set foot in Kenya back in 1498.
- Dhow trips. You can go back in time by taking to the high seas on these lovely, ancient sailboats.
 The Gedi ruins, which are all that remain of a thirteenth century Swahili town that was mysteriously deserted about 3 centuries ago. - For those with a knack for nightlife, Malindi offers a dizzying number of nightclubs. Club 28 and Fermentos were the haunts of a famous supermodel but to say that these don't come cheap is an understatement.
Several nightclubs and bars are sprawled along Lamu Road and as well as exotic cocktails, are a great place to enjoy the local Tusker lager. If the tropical heat has not sapped your energy, you can play pool until the wee hours.
- Seafood is always best at the coast and while in Malindi, make a date with The Old Man and the Sea restaurant on the seafront which serves the best seafood in the area.
There are also a host of restaurants selling local Kenya food (particularly Swahili delicacies). In addition, some pretty good pizzerias, pasta houses and ice cream parlors cater for a sizeable resident Italian population.
Malindi Kenya Hotels
The top 5 hotels in this sleepy coastal town are:
- Kilili Baharini Resort and Spa. The Kilili Baharini, which is nestled on a quiet, lush beachfront, is the premier address on this portion of the Kenyan coast. These are complemented by a white, soft beach, splendidly appointed rooms, a restaurant and 2 bars, 5 swimming pools and a spa that offers a range of massages and beauty treatments.
- Che Shale Resort. Located on a secluded beachfront, Che Shale Resort offers a delicate combination of simplicity and elegance. Accommodations consist of only 5 beach bandas so the resort offers ultimate guest privacy and infinite pampering
- Driftwood Beach Club. The enchanting Driftwood Beach Club also located on a stretch of secluded beach pride themselves in a personalized service (the guest number is capped at 70!) and delightful African themed villas and cottages.
- Diamonds Dream of Africa. Diamonds Dream of Africa, which is spread out on the beachfront, offers suites with Jacuzzis, private terraces and custom-designed Italian furniture.
- Lawford's Hotel. Lawford's Hotel is a much larger hotel than the above 4. It is a great place for anyone seeking a rave reviewed beachfront hotel that is kinder on your pocket.
Clearly, this Swahili town offers an interesting combination of a lively and relaxed atmosphere with lots of good quality hotels in Malindi Kenya from basic right up to world class resorts.
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