Title: Serenity Retreat in Malindi Kenya ideal for family or groups gateway - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Serenity Retreat in Malindi Kenya ideal for family or groups gateway Villa in Malindi with kitchen and jetted bathtub ## Photo gallery for Serenity Retreat in Malindi Kenya ideal for family or groups gateway ![Property grounds - Serenity Retreat in Malindi Kenya ideal for family or groups gateway (Malindi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112570000/112569800/112569719/a6be506d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Serenity Retreat in Malindi Kenya ideal for family or groups gateway (Malindi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112570000/112569800/112569719/9f792b03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor banquet area - Serenity Retreat in Malindi Kenya ideal for family or groups gateway (Malindi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112570000/112569800/112569719/1a90941e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Serenity Retreat in Malindi Kenya ideal for family or groups gateway (Malindi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112570000/112569800/112569719/6b8637e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor banquet area - Serenity Retreat in Malindi Kenya ideal for family or groups gateway (Malindi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112570000/112569800/112569719/7866c65e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Serenity Retreat in Malindi Kenya ideal for family or groups gateway provides amenities like a playground and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 6 bedrooms8 bathrooms1800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Breakfast available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Serenity Retreat in Malindi Kenya ideal for family or groups gateway Escape to the serene comfort of Chrystal Palace Resort in Malindi! We offer shared accommodation in two charming 6-bedroom units, each featuring ensuite bathrooms, comfortable double beds (and some twin options). Perfect for solo travelers, business trips, families, or groups seeking a simple getaway, our affordable rates provide a homely atmosphere in a quiet neighborhood near a 9-hole golf course. Enjoy the privacy you desire while experiencing a welcoming environment. Currently, we offer self-catering services, empowering you to create your own culinary experience. Our friendly staff are also happy to assist with meal preparation, free of charge. Malindi's numerous attractions and activities are just a stone's throw away. While our premises are comfortably old and habitable, we're excited to announce upcoming renovations! Your stay directly contributes to this exciting project. Enjoy 24/7 WiFi, a refreshing swimming pool (open 11 AM to 9 PM daily), and convenient transportation options via tuk-tuk, motorbike, or taxi. Karibu Malindi, Kenya! ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Massage - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 8 bathrooms - Jetted bathtub - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Dryer - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 3 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 3 steps to reach entrance - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Pool access ramp on site - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible pool - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Bed sheets changed on request - Composting - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Housekeeping (on request) - Living plant wall - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 1,800 square feet - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian dining options ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100720000/100716400/100716366/fe854208.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Authentic Swahili experience - 5 mins to the beach. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-3.185597,40.114502&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:zhlRszysF%3FO%3FO%40O%3FM%40O%40O%40O%40O%40O%40M%40OBOBMBO%40MDOBOBMDOBMDODMDMDMDMFMDOFKFMDMFMFMHKFMFKHMHKFKHMHKHIJMHIHKJKHIJIJKJIJIJIJIJIJGLIJGLIJGLGLGLGLGLELGLELELELENGLCLENCLENCLCNCNCLANCNALCNANANANAL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40L%40N%40N%40NBL%40NBN%40LBNBNBLBNDLBLDNBLFLDNDLDLDLFLDLFJFLFLFLFJHLFJHJFJHLHJHJHHHJJJHJHHJHJJHHLHHHJHLHJFJHLFJHLFJFLFLFLFLDJFNDLDLDLDLDLDNDLBNDLBNBNBLBN%40LBN%40NBL%40N%40N%40N%3FN%40N%40L%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FPALAN%3FNANALANCNANCLANCNCLCNCLENCLENELELENELELELGLELGLGLGLGJGLILGJILGJIJIJIJIJIJKJIJIHKJKHKHIJKHKHMHKHKFKHMFKHMFMFMFKFMDMFMFMDMDODMDMDODMDMBODM%40ODOBMBO%40OBM%40OBO%40O%40M%40O%3FO%40O%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAMAO%3FOAOAOAMCOAOCMAOCOCMEOAMEOCMEMEOEMEMEMEMEMGMGMEMGMGMGKGMIKGMIKGKIKIKIKIKKKIKIIKKIIKIKKKIKIKIKGKIKIMGKGMIMGKGMEMGMGMEMGMEMEMEOEMEMCOEMCOCMEOAMCOCOCMAOAOAOAMAOAOAO%3FMAQ%3FM%3FO&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=W7dsMZjhWRxWnZWLCsyyZeonlxA=) Malindi, Kilifi County #### What's nearby - Malindi Beach \- 17 min walk \- 1.4 km - Vasco da Gama Pillar \- 7 min drive \- 6.3 km - Silversands Beach \- 11 min drive \- 6.6 km - Mambrui Beach \- 17 min drive \- 15.3 km - Watamu Beach \- 30 min drive \- 26.9 km #### Getting around - Malindi (MYD) - 19 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Johari's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Bar Bar - ‬3 min drive - ‪Jabreen Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪La Malindina Boutique Hotel - ‬4 min drive - ‪Lost Beach Party - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Serenity Retreat in Malindi Kenya ideal for family or groups gateway have a pool? ### Is Serenity Retreat in Malindi Kenya ideal for family or groups gateway pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### Where is Serenity Retreat in Malindi Kenya ideal for family or groups gateway located? ## Have a question? 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