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Sandies Malindi Dream Garden

TripAdvisor Review
Kenya, Africa
Malindi

With a stay at Sandies Malindi Dream Garden in Malindi, you'll be by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Malindi Beach and Silversands Beach. This 4-star resort is 14.9 mi (24 km) from Watamu Beach and 15.3 mi (24.6 km) from Watamu Marine National Park. Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools and a fitness center. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request). All-inclusive rates are available at this resort. Meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments are included in all-inclusive rates. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. <p>Enjoy a meal at Savana or snacks in the coffee shop/café. The resort also offers 24-hour room service. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily. </p> Make yourself at home in one of the 48 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Facilities

  • Massage*
  • Outdoor freshwater pool
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Private beach area
  • Luggage room
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wi-fi
  • Please note some facilities may incur an additional fee

Due to the surrounding area and the number of steps around the hotel, it may not be suitable for those with mobility difficulties.

The Local Area

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4.0 Very Good88 reviews
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TripAdvisor Review
SERVICE IS TERRIBLE!!! THERE IS A STAFF CARTEL AT ONDA BAR IN MALINDI, I WAS FORCED TO PAY BILLS OUTSIDE MY PACKAGE

I recently had a disappointing experience at Onda Cafe on the beach, where there seems to be a group of staff involved in scamming guests, led by a girl named Nancy. After booking a 5-day all-inclusive package, I was unexpectedly presented with an uncommunicated bill upon checkout on August 5th. Despite my efforts to address the issue, the staff refused to engage since I was recording the conversation. Nancy was extremely disrespectful, screaming at me. Thankfully, the polite head of security, Mr. Onyango, was there to witness the situation and tried to handle it maturely. Unfortunately, the hotel management did not intervene, seemingly hiding behind security, which suggests that such scamming practices are part of their business. My stay, which I had hoped would be pleasant, turned out to be traumatic, and I would not recommend this hotel to anyone. Their customer service is terrible, and the staff are rude and unresponsive. Shockingly, a staff member entered my room at night using a spare key despite my presence, which is completely unacceptable. Additionally, the service was slow, and I had to repeatedly ask for drink refills at the bar. For a hotel that claims to be four-star, the standards fall drastically short. Nancy wrongfully charged me and screamed in my face, while Sofia at the reception displayed a poor attitude throughout my checkout process on August 5th at 11:30 AM. During my break from work in October, I'll be taking legal action against the staff who mishandled me and the hotel for being so negligent. Mr Onyango did his part to calm the situation, but I will be taking action against Nancy and the hotel.

Review by Vivian A Nairobi, Kenya
TripAdvisor Review
Un piccolo angolo di paradiso keniota

Paesaggio 5/5 Camere 4/5 Bagno 1/5 Spiaggia 4/5 Animazione 5/5 Totale 4/5

Resort immerso nella natura tropicale, con i suoi giardini sempre ben curati, il verde dei prati e i fiori lasciano sicuramente un’ottima impressione alla vista. Il Tropical Village e il Dream Garden contano due grandi piscine ciascuno. La spiaggia di sabbia fine di fronte al villaggio è sicuramente uno degli aspetti migliori. Il tratto di mare è soggetto a forti maree, ma quando ritrovi l’acqua più alta è sicuramente uno spettacolo incredibile. Il cibo al buffet possiamo ritenerlo buono, molto variegato e comprende varie tipologie di cucina (tra cui l’african e l’indian corner). Aspetto assolutamente migliore di questa vacanza: l’animazione e il personale. Giovanni e Paulina sono stati bravissimi nell’intrattenere e coinvolgerci nelle varie attività, sono sempre stati di una gentilezza straordinaria e hanno lasciato un segno profondo dentro di noi, di certo non riusciremo a dimenticarli. Salutare Giovanni a fine vacanza con gli occhi lucidi sicuramente ha dimostrato quanto ci ha lasciato in soli pochi giorni. Nel complesso è stata una bella vacanza, per le escursioni ci siamo appoggiati a Diego che ha organizzato il Safari di terra e di mare per noi (anche li, abbiamo incontrato Omar e Dickson, che hanno reso il tutto ancora più indimenticabile).

Passiamo però a qualche nota dolente: Siamo arrivati al resort alle 2 di notte, dopo un volo di 12 ore e una lunga traversata in pullman. In 2 delle 3 camere non erano stati consegnati gli asciugamani e accappatoi, abbiamo dovuto richiederli più volte. Noi soggiornavamo nel Dream Garden e i bagni non erano assolutamente idonei al livello del resort. Le docce non avevano muri di protezione e l’acqua inondava tutto il bagno, in alcune camere lo scarico non funzionava bene e cadevano pezzi di muro da dietro il lavandino. La parte con il letto e del balcone erano anche molto carine ma il bagno ha assolutamente bisogno di essere ristrutturato per reggere il livello.

Nel complesso comunque consiglio vivamente la struttura, per i suoi paesaggi e per il personale meraviglioso.

Review by CamillaNegretti Turin, Italy
TripAdvisor Review
The room is okay but not modern, the bathroom is terrible, old toilets and smelly. The buffet is limiting and basic.

The room is okay but not modern, the bathrooms are so old and small. Toilets are smelly and the buffet is so limiting and basic, to be honest I wouldn’t recommend. They have a lot of polishing to do as a hotel. However the staffs are kind and helpful and the pool is nice and warm.

TripAdvisor Review
A Disappointing experience

The check in experience was very disappointing. Despite noting the type of room that was booked by my agent, the staff at reception namely Alice and Dickson took us to an old room that had damp walls, was not cleaned well, with a bathroom that had ants. When I complained, they pretended to listen but did not action. When I escalated this through my agent to the guest relations manager, thats when action was taken. To be honest, I felt the staff discriminated against me because I was African. I experienced this at Onda bar as well. I was denied masala chips but a guest of a white race was served with the same masala chips! I felt it pertinent to write this review. What a shame that Kenyans should mishandle thier own fellow Kenyans.

Secondly, the All inclusive package was poorly planned. Potatoes ran out at Onda bar by 5pm. Guests could not get fries. Breakfast was finished before closing time at 10am. For those coming in at 9.35am...there was really no food options

TripAdvisor Review
Unforgettable!

Just Superb and adventurous! A stunning oasis! Lush greenery, vibrant flowers, and peaceful paths create a serene escape. Birds sing, butterflies dance—pure tranquility. A perfect spot to relax, reflect, and reconnect with nature. AT!

Review by Pelele I Malindi, Kenya
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