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At a glance

  • Fifty suites and villas set in beautiful tropical gardens
  • Set within the Watamu Marine National Park, home to some of Africa's most beautiful beaches
  • The rooftop Sakina Ocean Spa is a sanctuary of relaxation overlooking the Indian Ocean
  • Enjoy cocktails and tapas at the rooftop Star Lounge - the highest point in Watamu
  • Activities include scuba diving, snorkelling, kite surfing and visits to medieval Swahili ruins

Overview

Chic ocean residences are spread across two accommodation zones, The Palmerie and The Medina, where elegant suites and villas vary in size and layout. The Palmerie includes one-bedroom suites and larger three- and four-bedroom villas with private pools, all with direct access to the resort’s private beach. The Medina is set further back from the beach and offers two-bedroom suites, luxury two-bed penthouses and a gorgeous ocean lodge with three en-suite bedrooms, an open-plan kitchen and dining area, and a rooftop terrace with a private plunge pool.

When to visit

  • January
    30ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    22ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    55mm
    Average Rainfall
    January is the height of the summer season and falls into the 'short dry season'. At the coast, the Indian Ocean monsoon winds determine the weather. The dry north-east monsoon (Kaskazi) blows in from November through to March, bringing hot humid weather. The sea is at its clearest due to lack of surface run-off, making it one of the best times for snorkelling and diving. Turtles and bottlenose and humpback dolphins can be seen year-round, while spinner dolphins can be seen off the coast from January to April.
  • February
    30ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    23ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    30mm
    Average Rainfall
    February is well into the short dry season with hot, dry and clear days with just the odd shower. At the coast, the Indian Ocean monsoon winds determine the weather. The dry north-east monsoon (Kaskazi) blows in from November through to March, bringing hot humid weather. The sea is at its clearest due to lack of surface run-off, making it one of the best times for snorkelling and diving. Turtles and bottlenose and humpback dolphins can be seen year-round, while spinner dolphins can be seen off the coast from January to April. This is also peak season for whale sharks.
  • March
    30ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    23ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    60mm
    Average Rainfall
    For most of March, days are warm and dry, however Kenya is approaching the 'long rains' so some rain can be expected. At the coast, the Indian Ocean monsoon winds determine the weather. The dry north-east monsoon (Kaskazi) blows in from November through to March, bringing hot humid weather. The sea is at its clearest due to lack of surface run-off, making it one of the best times for snorkelling and diving. Turtles and bottlenose and humpback dolphins can be seen year-round, while spinner dolphins can be seen off the coast from January to April. This is also peak season for whale sharks.
  • April
    29ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    23ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    154mm
    Average Rainfall
    April heralds the start of the green season and the beginning of the “'ong rains, which bring an explosion of greenery and a slight drop in temperatures. At the coast, the Indian Ocean monsoon winds determine the weather. The warm, moist north-east monsoon (Kusi) blows in from April through to October bringing hot temperatures and rain. Turtles and bottlenose and humpback dolphins can be seen year-round, while spinner dolphins can be seen off the coast from January to April.
  • May
    29ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    22ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    180mm
    Average Rainfall
    The weather at the coast is determined by the Indian Ocean monsoon winds. in May the warm, moist north-east monsoon (Kusi) blows in bringing hot temperatures and heavy rains. Turtles and both bottlenose and humpback dolphins can be spotted.
  • June
    28ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    20ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    88mm
    Average Rainfall
    Dry weather for the most part returns to Kenya in June, though at the coast, the warm, moist north-east monsoon (Kusi) blows from April to October, bringing some rain. Humpback whales are first sighted along the coast in early June as they make their annual migration north from Antarctica to breed and calf. Turtles and both bottlenose and humpback dolphins can be spotted.
  • July
    27ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    18ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    60mm
    Average Rainfall
    Winter continues through July with warm days, little rain, lower humidity and slightly cooler evenings. Coastal temperatures are determined by the Indian Ocean monsoon winds. The warm, moist north-east monsoon (Kusi) blows from April to October, bringing rain, however from late June through to October there is much less rain at the coast. Humpback whales can be spotted as they make their annual migration north from Antarctica to breed and calf. Turtles and both bottlenose and humpback dolphins can be spotted.
  • August
    27ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    18ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    60mm
    Average Rainfall
    August is the last month of winter in Kenya, with warm days, little rain, lower humidity and slightly cooler evenings. Coastal temperatures are determined by the Indian Ocean monsoon winds. The warm, moist north-east monsoon (Kusi) blows from April to October, bringing rain, however from late June through to October there is much less rain at the coast. Humpback whales can be spotted as they make their annual migration north from Antarctica to breed and calf. Turtles and both bottlenose and humpback dolphins can be spotted.
  • September
    28ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    20ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    64mm
    Average Rainfall
    Temperatures start to increase as Kenya moves out of its winter, and days are warm and clear with little chance of rain. Coastal temperatures are determined by the Indian Ocean monsoon winds. The warm, moist north-east monsoon (Kusi) blows from April to October, bringing rain, however from late June through to October there is much less rain at the coast. Humpback whales can be spotted as they make their annual migration north from Antarctica to breed and calf. Turtles and both bottlenose and humpback dolphins can be spotted.
  • October
    29ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    21ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    103mm
    Average Rainfall
    October is the last month in the dry season before the short rains start in November. Temperatures are on the rise and days are hot and humid with little chance of rain. Coastal temperatures are determined by the Indian Ocean monsoon winds. The warm, moist north-east monsoon (Kusi) blows from April to October, bringing rain, however from late June through to October there is much less rain at the coast. This is the last month to spot humpback whales and their young off the coast before they start their return journey to Antarctica. Turtles and both bottlenose and humpback dolphins can be spotted.
  • November
    29ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    21ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    105mm
    Average Rainfall
    November sees the start of the short rains and days are hot and humid with warm evenings. Coastal temperatures are determined by the Indian Ocean monsoon winds. The dry north-east monsoon (Kaskazi) blows from late November through to March, bringing hot humid weather, though this is tempered by ocean breezes. Turtles and both bottlenose and humpback dolphins can be spotted.
  • December
    30ºC
    Maximum Tempurature
    21ºC
    Minimum Tempurature
    75mm
    Average Rainfall
    By December the short rains have ended for the most part. Days are hot and humid and evenings are warm. Coastal temperatures are determined by the Indian Ocean monsoon winds. The dry north-east monsoon (Kaskazi) blows from late November through to March, bringing hot humid weather, though this is tempered by ocean breezes. Turtles and both bottlenose and humpback dolphins can be spotted.

Location

Medina Palsm is located within the Watamu National Reserve on the Kenyan coast, approximately 30 minutes’ drive from Malindi Airport.