Baba Lao Hotel

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Scored 8
Rated very good

Staff

8.9

Property highlights

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Baba Lao Hotel in Malindi offers comfortable bedrooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and modern amenities. Each room includes a private entrance, soundproofing, and free WiFi. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves African, pizza, seafood, local, and barbecue grill cuisines. Guests can enjoy brunch, lunch, dinner, and high tea in a welcoming ambiance. Leisure Facilities: The hotel features a terrace, hot tub, outdoor fireplace, and outdoor dining area. Additional amenities include a lounge, coffee shop, and free on-site parking. Prime Location: Located 1.2 mi from Malindi Airport and a 17-minute walk to Malindi Beach, the property is near attractions such as Portuguese Chapel and Watamu National Marine Park.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Munene
Kenya Kenya
“Breakfast was amazing. We left for fun and found our stuff safe, always.”
Fancy
Kenya Kenya
“I truly appreciate the excellent service. The waitresses demonstrate outstanding professionalism and customer care their attentiveness and courtesy are commendable. Keep up the great work and maintain this high standard of service.”
Hussein
Kenya Kenya
“"Our stay at Babalao Hotel was absolutely wonderful! The hospitality we received was exceptional, and the staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Patricia and I are truly thankful for such a warm and memorable experience. Highly...”
Nykon
Bulgaria Bulgaria
“The owner is straight like the offer. A place to sleep, cheap but very good pizza and some internet”
Ibrahim
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Breakfast was a great idea, and the owner is very friendly.”
Obillo
Kenya Kenya
“This is place is affordable and near everything a traveller would need.Its near the beach,10 minutes walk to the mall and banks.The staff are very friendly and supportive.Breakfast is always on time.The room is so spacious for those who wish to do...”
John
Kenya Kenya
“The breakfast was served in time.The staffs were so friendly.I really enjoyed my stay.”
Blake
United States United States
“Great location - restaurants, bars, shopping all within a couple streets. Beach is a quick 10 minute walk. Very friendly helpful staff. Don't waste much time looking for other restaurants, the one attached is by far the best I found.”
Isaac
Kenya Kenya
“The room was incredible good,the reception and the service were done very well. I loved the balcony the view was awesome. Nearer to road no insecurities. I really love to tell my friends and also come back again.👌👌👌👌💯”
Mwema
Kenya Kenya
“The place is located at the center of the town and the hospitality is good plus good customer service”

Hosted by Omar Shariff Hashim

8.9
Host Review Score
Omar Shariff Hashim
The property is situated at the center of Malindi Town and just 10 minutes from the Malindi Airport. We are 15 minutes from Malindi Beach. Public transportation is available at our door step. On the ground floor we have a Restaurant a la carte.
Very welcoming and ready to make your stay superb. Hakuna matata.
We are in a very friendly and secure area with a welcoming neighborhood.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Baba Lao Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    African • Pizza • Seafood • Local • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian

House rules

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Check-in
From 7:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.