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Sandies Tropical Village

3.0 of 5
Casuarina Road, Malindi 68, Kenya (Formerly Planhotel Tropical Beach Resort)
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Sandies Tropical Village
Ranked #9 of 26 hotels in Malindi
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SOUTH AFRICA
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

we had a wonderful seven night stay at malindi. the reception was not too informative about the facilities but we soon found our way around.the staff are very patient and friendly. the food was lovely and if you are a fish lover then you will b treated to it every day. the rooms are clean and large.all in all a... More

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Nairobi, Kenya
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

My husband and I just returned from a 5-night stay at Sandies Tropical Village. We had a wonderful experience! The rooms are large and clean; we would recommend a room on the second floor with a balcony. The Italian buffet was excellent with lots of options. We enjoyed the beach and pool. There are a lot of guys selling things... More

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nairobi
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2012

We visited Sandies Tropical Village, a Plan Hotels Property for Christmas in December 2012, for four nights. We flew to Malindi from Nairobi. The service was splendid right from the point we were picked up. The driver of the vehicle greeted us, with cool water, as Malindi is a tropical beach property with hot weather. Upon arrival, the front office... More

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Nairobi, Kenya
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 December 2012

We was abit skeptical of going to sandies tropical village after the reviews here but decided to try it all the same. The staff are super friendly, the Italian managers treated us very well too and we are kenyans not at all any different than they relate to the italians. Food is buffet and a heaven!!we loved the different choices... More

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Warsaw, Poland
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 November 2012

we were really excited and very satisfied while staying at this hotel - it is truly nice and beatiful with amazing ocean view, beautiful cottage houses and nice staff. the rooms are spacious and clean (no worms or any other unpleasant surprises), air conditioning works very good and the safe deposit box is free of charge. we also used the... More

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Larnaca, Cyprus
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 November 2012

I stayed here for 6 days recently and enjoyed my stay. The rooms are clean, spacious, good A/C and nice bathrooms BUT there are no TV's, tea making facility or internet in the rooms which was very disappointing. There was only one TV available and many different nationalities vying to watch their own programs.The hotel itself is beautiful with grass... More

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sachlon
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 August 2012

My wife and I stayed here for 5 nights whilst visiting relatives in Kenya recently. About the hotel: Service: friendly staff who try hard to please. Although we did come across the occassional grumpy barman or waiter, overall most staff tried hard to please and gave us good service. Staff at the main bar were very friendly and gave good... More

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south africa
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20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 July 2012

4-hr bumpty bumpty Kenyan road transfer , clutching my confirmed accommodation voucher, check date & time : ok entrance gate closed & locked ! closed for 2 months already...... no review !!! looked so-so through long-grass,distant beach

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Nairobi
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 July 2012

The Rooms and Hotel is great. But Useless Staff in the Dining and Bar. Service very poor. No Refills at the Buffet Counters, limited dessert and food. No Vegeterian variety and food apart from pasta. Nonveg for four days seemed recycled lobsters and calamari and octopus. no fish and chicken was served. staff are theives mobile phone got stolen from... More

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Durban, South Africa
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 July 2012

My family and I recently stayed at Sandies for four nights. I didn't expect much reading some of the reviews , but I was surprised ( in a good way ) when I got there . The place was beautiful ! It's not the Hilton or the four seasons , but that's not what we were looking for . If... More

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Additional Information about Sandies Tropical Village

Also Known As:
Sandies Tropical Village Hotel Malindi
Sandies Tropical Village Hotel
Planhotel Tropical Beach Hotel
Planhotel Tropical Beach Malindi
Address: Casuarina Road, Malindi 68, Kenya (Formerly Planhotel Tropical Beach Resort)
Region: Kenya > Coast Province > Malindi
Amenities:
Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#6 Top resorts Hotels in Malindi
#7 Family Hotels in Malindi
Price range (per night): 181 AUD - 245 AUD
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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