Ocean Beach Resort & Spa

Our stay at this hotel in Kenya was absolutely unforgettable. The property is beautifully maintained, elegant, and welcoming, with spacious common areas and very comfortable rooms. The staff was simply fantastic – always smiling, kind, and attentive, making us feel at home… actually even better, we honestly didn’t want to leave! The food was excellent, offering both delicious local dishes and a variety of international options, all prepared with great care. The outdoor areas, from the lush gardens to the relaxing spots by the pool, made our stay feel like a dream. This is the kind of place that truly captures your heart – we would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a perfect holiday in Kenya.

It feels like a blend of the beach and the desert, with stunning dunes creating a serene vibe. This was a family leisure trip, and I have to say, the rooms were impressive—spacious, spotless, and with bathrooms that passed my ever-picky standards. There was more than enough space to stash away suitcases, leaving the room comfortable to navigate. The gardens? Immaculate and beautifully maintained. Holiday organization was top-notch. They nailed it with themed dinners—absolutely loved that touch! Now, about the food: fresh, fresh, fresh! It’s as if it came straight from the kitchen to the table. A+ for that. Xmas breakfast was a little slow, probably because the staff was stretched thin, but they quickly redeemed themselves with a delicious brunch spread. The staff? Amazing. At first, I thought their warmth and professionalism might be scripted, like they’d just come from a training session. But no, this was genuine. Every staff member we encountered was courteous, attentive, and quick to respond. Whoever is behind their training deserves a medal. Special mention to Rosemary, the reservation manager—she was incredibly patient with my endless questions and made sure everything went smoothly. Oh, and you must visit their spa! It’s an experience on its own—relaxing, rejuvenating, and worth every minute. For golf lovers, don’t forget to pack your clubs! Malindi Golf Club is conveniently adjacent to the hotel. Even if you don’t have your own, they’ve got you covered with clubs available for hire. When we left, we didn’t leave empty-handed but with a bag full of thoughtful gifts—a perfect send-off! It’s been five years since our last family trip, and I’m so glad Ocean Beach did not let us down. What a memorable experience! ✨

The food is excellent and exceptional. The bed and pillows are also excellent and always clean. The access to the beach gives it a natural and exciting experience. The minibar is well packed but at your own expense. Generally it is an interesting experience.

Best place to be.. From food, to the pools and the serene environment, I couldn't get enough of it. Their staff are very polite and extremely professional. It was my first time and I can confidently say I will be visiting again. I would definitely recommend anyone to visit the place.

The room was spacious and comfortable, and kept very clean. I loved there being 2 pools, with one for serious swimming. The staff were friendly. However, service was quite slow, and at the family pool I felt that the bar staff could have been more proactive at coming round to see if guests wanted anything. I tried for several minutes to get their attention from across the pool and eventually gave up. The food was generally good, although a bit expensive, and more choice of lunchtime snacks would have been nice (such as pizza, samosas). The fries were terrible, soggy and limp, not crispy and triple cooked as promised. The bar also didn't have all the necessary ingredients to make the cocktails on the menu.

The place is fun to be, with very spacious rooms and excellent service. The swimming pools are well managed and the ocean view is spectacular. The staff are very courteous and professional. The food is somewhat average with limited variety. The management however portrayed poor communication, rigidity and poor customer relations.