Title: MARIA, the Star* on the sea beach cottages -Jirani Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # MARIA, the Star\* on the sea beach cottages -Jirani Cottage in Malindi ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108010000/108004200/108004194/9d26848a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108010000/108004200/108004194/1cc92bb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108010000/108004200/108004194/b028786c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108010000/108004200/108004194/11a0dca6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108010000/108004200/108004194/98b22657.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Malindi tropical beach resort offers a tranquil escape for couples, solo travelers, and families. Relax by the swimming pool or unwind on the beach with easy access to Malindi town via Tuktuk. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### MARIA, the Star\* on the sea beach cottages -Jirani Situated bang on Malindi tropical beach ⛱️, we offer the perfect place for a few days vacation to several days of holidays. We are within Malindi town, making it easy for guests to access services. Notably: Malindi enjoys 2 round flights from Nairobi daily, and is also easily connected to SGR by some comfortable and reliable shuttles. We are best suited for: Couples Lone travellers Momma and child Girls hanging out Come rest, relax and experience the friendly coastal culture and environment. The space Nice, peaceful, relaxing holiday resort. Guest access Beach swimming pool Other things to note The best pizzas are found only in Malindi. Easy access to Malindi town by use of Tuktuk. All banks are present in Malindi. Naivas supermarket is present in Malindi. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bidet - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Private beach nearby, white sand, sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112050000/112041400/112041305/50da4ba4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Exploreans Malaika Villas & Beach Club Malindi - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 10 Exceptional 1 review £59 includes taxes & fees 5 Nov - 6 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=112041305&PinnedHotelID=112041305&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116300000/116290500/116290407/w506h683x259y0-4d5b0d12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gracious Homes Malindi - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-3.231088,40.126595&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:deuRef%7CsF%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%40O%40M%40O%40O%40O%40OBM%40OBOBOBMBMBOBODMBODMDMDMDODMFMDMFMFMDKFMHMFMFKHMFKHKHMFKHKJKHKHIHKJKJIHKJIJIJIJIJIJILIJGJGLILGJGLGLGLGLGLELGLELELENELCLENCLENCLCNCNCLCNCNALANANANANAL%3FNANAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%3FN%40N%40L%40N%40N%40N%40LBNBNBLBNBLBNBLDNDLBLDLDNDLDLFLDLFLFLFJFLFLFJHLFJFJHLHJHJHJHJHHHJJJHHJJJHHHJHJHJHJHLFJHJFLHJFLFLFLFJFLDLFLDLDLFNDLBLDLDNBLDNBNBLBLBN%40NBN%40LBN%40N%40N%40N%40L%3FN%40N%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FNAN%3FNANANALANCNALCNANCNCLCNCLENCLENELCLELGNELELGLELGLGLGLGJGLIJGLIJGJILIJIJIJIJIJKHIJKHKJIHKHKHKHKHMHKHKFMHKFMFMHKDMFMFMFMDMFMDODMDMDMDOBMDOBMDO%40MBOBOBMBO%40O%40OBM%3FO%40O%40O%40O%3FO%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FMAOAOAO%3FOCMAOAOCMCOCOCMAOEMCOEMCMEOEMEMEMEMGMEMGMGMGMEKIMGMGKIKGMIKIKIKIKIKIKIIKKIKKIIIKIKKKIKGKIMIKGKIMGKGMIKGMEMGMGMEMGMEMEOEMEMEMCOEMCOCMCOCMCOCOAOCMAOAOAMAOAOAO%3FO%3FOAM%3FO&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=AgqlHJzlAkTGRzGIos1wBBPdhXQ=) Malindi #### What's nearby - Portuguese Chapel - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles - Silversands Beach - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles - Vasco da Gama Pillar - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile - Malindi Beach - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles - Marine Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles #### Getting around - Malindi (MYD) - 13 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Olimpia Club Malindi - ‬3 min drive - ‪Johari's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge - ‬3 min drive - ‪Jabreen Cafe - ‬3 min drive - ‪Yakutz Beach Bar - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is MARIA, the Star* on the sea beach cottages -Jirani pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is MARIA, the Star* on the sea beach cottages -Jirani located? > Situated on the beach, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Silversands Beach, Portuguese Chapel and Vasco da Gama Pillar. Malindi Beach and Marine Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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