On the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Malindi hotel, you'll find Silversands Beach and Portuguese Chapel. Vasco da Gama Pillar and Malindi Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
What's nearby
Portuguese Chapel - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Malindi Beach - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
Silversands Beach - 7 min drive - 2.2 km
Mambrui Beach - 24 min drive - 22.6 km
Watamu Beach - 29 min drive - 25.4 km
Getting around
Malindi (MYD) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Olimpia Club Malindi - 18 min walk
White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge - 20 min walk
Mariposa Resicence - 7 min walk
Masai Restaurant - 12 min walk
Seafront Swahili Dishes - 18 min walk
About this property
Driftwood Beach Club
3-star beachfront hotel near Malindi Beach
Walk outside to smell the salt air and watch the ocean waves from the hotel's beach. Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. At Driftwood Beach Club you can cool off in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.
Free breakfast is available daily. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
This 3-star Malindi hotel is smoke free.
35 guestrooms or units
36 buildings
Meeting rooms
Full breakfast (free)
Deli
Beach lounge chairs
Towels for the beach
Umbrellas for the beach
Conference center
Coffee in lobby
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Storage area for luggage
Front-desk safe
Concierge
Wedding services available
Library
Garden
No smoking on site
Bar or lounge
Bar on the beach
Dining venue
Driftwood Beach Club offers 35 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to patios. This Malindi hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures.
Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours
Free extended parking on site
Limited onsite self parking
Food and drink
Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A beach bar
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
3 outdoor pools
Full-service spa
Library
Surfing/bodyboarding
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free crib
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Limited room service
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Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 11 AM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Free cribs (infant beds)!
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy. A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in. Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.
We should mention
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Driftwood Beach Club to the airport?
Driftwood Beach Club is 3.1 mi (17-min drive) away from the Malindi (MYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Driftwood Beach Club have an airport shuttle?
Driftwood Beach Club offers an airport shuttle during limited hours for a charge.
How close is Driftwood Beach Club to the beach?
This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Driftwood Beach Club offer free breakfast?
Driftwood Beach Club offers free full breakfast every day from 6 AM to 10 AM.
Is there a casino at Driftwood Beach Club?
No, there is no casino at this hotel.
What time is check-in at Driftwood Beach Club?
Check-in start time: 11 AM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.
Is there free parking at Driftwood Beach Club?
This hotel offers free self parking and extended parking.
Does Driftwood Beach Club have a pool?
Driftwood Beach Club features 3 outdoor pools.
Does Driftwood Beach Club have a restaurant?
Driftwood Beach Club is home to Driftwood Restaurant, which features seafood, ocean views, and a beachfront location.
Does Driftwood Beach Club have a spa?
This hotel has a spa, which features mani/pedis and massages.
How close is Driftwood Beach Club to downtown Malindi?
Driftwood Beach Club is 1.3 mi away from Malindi.
Driftwood Beach Club Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
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8/10 Good
Matt
Oct 23, 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely end to our holiday
Driftwood is a really chilled hotel right on the beach. We had a lovely couple of nights to end our Kenyan trip. Take this place for what it is and you'll have a great time. The staff are so friendly and the food is really nice. Enjoyed it