Saffron Garden Malindi

Hotels
9 (228 reviews)
Ngowe Road , Malindi , KE

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Intimate surroundings
Friendly staff
Good breakfast options
Cons:
Distance from the beach
Repetitive restaurant music
Salty shower water

Categories

Cleanliness
8.39
Cleanliness mentioned positively, though one review indicated concerns due to salty water.
Service
9.36
Staff described as very friendly and welcoming across multiple reviews.
Location
8.4
The hotel is centrally located, but some reviews noted distance from the ocean.
Room Quality
9.35
Rooms are described as spacious, clean, and comfortably designed.
Amenities
8.88
Amenities like the swimming pool and restaurant were noted, but some drawbacks mentioned.
Value for Money
8.84
Good value perceived but some complaints about extra charges for activities.
Food and Beverage
9.39
Breakfast options were highly praised, including catering for dietary needs.
Overall Experience
9.36
Overall stay described as wonderful and highly satisfactory.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-19 08:36

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

Saffron Garden Malindi offers a luxurious stay just 1.2 km from the beautiful Malindi Beach. The 4-star hotel boasts air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, a bar, and a range of amenities. Guests can relax by the outdoor swimming pool, explore the garden, or unwind on the terrace.

Culinary Delights

Indulge in a variety of dining options at the hotel. Start your day with a buffet, continental, or Italian breakfast. The on-site restaurant serves delicious African cuisine, with options for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free guests.

Convenience and Service

With free private parking, a concierge service, and a tour desk, Saffron Garden Malindi ensures a convenient stay. Currency exchange is also available for guests' ease. Don't miss the chance to experience comfort and luxury at Saffron Garden Malindi.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 228 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.39
Service: 9.36
Location: 8.4
Room Quality: 9.35
Amenities: 8.88
Value for Money: 8.84
Food and Beverage: 9.39
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Markus • couple • lu
10
A lovely place
Pros:

Wonderful cabines in a beautiful tropical garden. The staff was amazing.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • ke
8
Loved saffron we will definitely be back and for longer 🥳
Pros:

Room service,cleanliness was top notch the pool was amazing and we witnessed it being cleaned,and the staff was very friendly and accommodating

Cons:

Beddings,the texture was quite uncomfortable especially the duvet,if that can be changed then everything will be 10/10

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • de
10
The Healing place really is a hidden gem, one that heals
Pros:

The serenity of the Place and the Spa

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Veronica • solo_traveller • ke
9
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Erika • couple • it
8
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Erika • couple • it
8
Pros:

Camera spaziosa (upgrade gratuito), struttura grande e accogliente, personale disponibile e attento

Cons:

Lentezza nel servizio al ristorante, manutenzione docce

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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domenico • couple • it
8
La nostra esperienza al Saffron ha superato ogni aspettativa e scegliete Roy Watamu Kenya.
Pros:

La nostra esperienza al Saffron ha superato ogni aspettativa. La struttura è un'oasi immersa nel verde. Un servizio aggiuntivo molto apprezzato è la possibilità di usufruire di trasporti locali, come tuk-tuk e boda-boda, a tariffe decisamente modiche e accessibili. 

Le camere sono spaziose, pulitissime e dotate di tutti i comfort, in totale ci sono poche camere lasciando molto spazio al verde tra l'una e l'altra. Nota di merito per il personale, sempre attento e caloroso, e per la ristorazione, eccellente dalla colazione alla cena, inclusi gli ottimi cocktail. La struttura è molto attenta agli sprechi e fornisce una colazione al piatto evitando buffet che potrebbero risultare eccessivi e irrispettosi. Nei pressi della struttura consiglio il Falconry Of Kenya Ltd.

A rendere indimenticabile il soggiorno a Watamu è stata la nostra guida locale, Roy Watamu Kenya (+254111929003). Un ragazzo del posto che parla perfettamente italiano e inglese: professionale, empatico e appassionato. Roy organizza sia escursioni guidate lungo la costa sia meravigliosi safari nell'entroterra, guidando i viaggiatori alla scoperta del vero spirito keniota. Un plauso speciale va anche al suo collaboratore, David. 


Raccomandiamo assolutamente questo resort e l'esperienza guidata con Roy per un viaggio completo e perfetto.

Cons:

L'unico appunto negativo riguarda il bagno: nonostante l'eleganza e la pulizia, l'erogazione dell'acqua dal soffione della doccia e dal miscelatore del lavandino risultava fastidiosa, un aspetto tecnico che andrebbe rivisto.
Nonostante Malindi sia una città che merita di essere visitata e vissuta consiglio il soggiorno a Watamu che risulta un piccolo paese che ha da offrire di più soprattutto se si vuole trascorrere giornate in spiaggia o spostandosi in luoghi da visitare.

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Martina • couple • it
8
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Larry • solo_traveller • ke
10
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Irene • solo_traveller • es
9
Pros:

Habitación y baño amplios. Todo muy limpio. Las instalaciones son modernas sin perder la esencia de las construcciones típicas. El personal es muy amable.

Cons:

No había secador de pelo

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Enock • solo_traveller • ug
10
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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lisa • family_with_children • ch
10
Beautiful garden.
Pros:

The rooms, pool and garden are just perfect. The hotel is well maintained and very beautiful. It really is a piece of heaven and the atmosphere very relaxing. Breakfast was good.

Cons:

Not the hotels fault , but Malindi is not the best town in kenya. We walked along the beach and found a couple of good restaurants nearby.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Abdulkadir • solo_traveller • ke
10
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Elisa • couple • it
10
Posto perfetto per un soggiorno a Malindi
Pros:

Siamo state benissimo! Hotel molto curato in tutti i dettagli, pulitissimo
Tutto lo staff è stato molto gentile e ci ha aiutato ad esplorare Malindi e dintorni senza problemi

Cons:

Mancanza di accesso alla spiaggia

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Immaculate • solo_traveller • ke
10
Pros:

The place is beautiful and the so is the management..I could name them qll

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Karanja • couple • ke
8
Cons:

didnt get to use the swimming pool since it was treated all through our stay

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Rose • couple • ke
10
Great experience, friendly staff and comfortable stay.
Pros:

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean, confortable and well maintained. The staff were friendly, welcoming and always ready to help. The location was excellent and overall atmosphere was peaceful and relaxing. Highly recommend!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Mary • family_with_children • ke
10
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Mary • solo_traveller • ke
10
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Judith • solo_traveller • ke
10
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee