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Driftwood Beach Club

Silversands Road | PO Box 63, Malindi 80200, Kenya
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Ranked #3 of 28 hotels in Malindi
4.5 of 5 stars 69 Reviews
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highlander666
Larvik, Norway
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15 reviews
3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012

My wife and I having been coming to Kenya for the last 13 years, so we know what to generally expect. We had booked Driftwood as our “Base” whilst on the East coast for a period of 16 days. Upon arrival we were shown our cottage. Without discussion there was no way we were going to spend 16 days in... More

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Sandra L
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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8 reviews
1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012
1
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Overall my experience hear was a bit dissapointing. It was really difficult to get information from the staff as we constantly had to ask questions and were never offered relevant information. During the check-in process we were offered juice, whereas others were also offered a hot towel. No information was provided regarding the room safe, wireless access or any other... More

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Jdnet
USA
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2012

I was part of a large group of medical personnel who stayed for nearly two weeks at the DBC while working in Malindi. I have nothing but high praise for Roger (the manager), his beautiful facility, and wonderful staff. While Malindi in general has a decided Italian flavor, the DBC has an English predilection. If you do what I do... More

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Kevin D
Vancouver, Canada
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5 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2011

We loved our Christmas holiday at the Driftwood Beach Club, from the moment we arrived the service was personal, attentive, and friendly. After months of aid work, it was nice to get away and eat some good food (the chef was very eager to cook us a special vegetarian Christmas Dinner) and drink the highly recommended Dawas. The swimming pool... More

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Zad-20
Canadian in Africa
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5 reviews
7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2011
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From the first request for information and availaility I knew this was going to be a good stay. The reply was prompt, detailed and honest. The booking was made without a problem and on arrival everything was in order, we had a welcome drink and were in our room in minutes. The low rise resort offered spacious rooms attractively laid... More

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shnuggy
berlin
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5 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 November 2011
1
person found this review helpful

The Driftwood! What a beautiful, out-of-this-world haven of relaxation, pure fun and excellent service. Stayed here with my son who has been working hard out with the Masai in Kenya for months and needed a bit of rehab. What a fantastic experience! From the moment we arrived to beyond when we left the warmth of the welcome, outstanding quality of... More

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Havamal2000
New York, NY
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9 reviews
5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 November 2011
1
person found this review helpful

The Driftwood was recommended to me by a work colleague who had lived in Kenya for many years. It turned out to be a real gem. The Driftwood is excellent value for money. Clean, comfortable rooms at a reasonable price and with excellent food and service. The hotel has wi-fi in the lounge. It is high speed and it is... More

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annabellevictoria
Yateley
1 review
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 August 2011
3
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The service at the Driftwood Beach Club was amazing. The food and drinks arrived quickly and was of a very good standard. The staff were very friendly and welcoming! The room was very nice; it was regularly cleaned. The location was perfect. Driftwood is situated right on the beautiful beach and a short distance from the buzzing town. My favourite... More

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happycustomer400
Reading, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 August 2011
2
people found this review helpful

On arrival we were all amazed by the beauty of the place. It's a stunning location with a relaxing atmosphere. The staff are so welcoming and friendly and willing to help with anything. In the evening with the sea breeze, it is an ideal holiday location. Wish I could return every year, and definitely will try very hard to make... More

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ThomasSmithurst
Yateley, United Kingdom
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 August 2011
2
people found this review helpful

Upon entering the Driftwood, I was stunned; seeing the beach, the sea and the pool. Eating there added to the list of treats we experienced there; with beautiful predentation and an excellent taste, with wonderfull service. The Driftwood is probaly most notable for how friendly of a place it is, all the staff can easily become your friend. Everyone their... More

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Address: Silversands Road | PO Box 63, Malindi 80200, Kenya

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