A recently renovated bed and breakfast located in Malindi, Baba Lao Hotel features a shared lounge. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, free shuttle service and currency exchange for guests. Overlooking the quiet street, units in this bed and breakfast are accessible via private entrance and fitted with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and slippers. All units come with a balcony featuring an outdoor dining area. At the bed and breakfast, all units have bed linen and towels. At the bed and breakfast, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and brunch and serves African cuisine. Sightseeing tours are available near the property. Guests can relax near the outdoor fireplace at the bed and breakfast. Malindi Beach is 1.5 km from Baba Lao Hotel, while Tropical Beach is 3 km away. The nearest airport is Malindi, 2 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
9.1
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
7.1
High score for Malindi
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Athman
    Kenya Kenya
    The stay was fantastic and it's worth checking out, 10/10 that's my rate, would love to comeback again 🤍
  • Georgia
    France France
    The quiet time was great and the supportive staff who were always on standby to assist
  • Dennis
    Kenya Kenya
    Awesome breakfast,Proximity to town, room size, bed size, affordability, service, low noise.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Omar Shariff Hashim

9.1
9.1
Host review score
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

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

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

Facilities of Baba Lao Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dressing room
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hot tub
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Fireplace
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
Free WiFi 4 Mbps. Suitable for browsing the internet and sending and receiving emails and messages. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
    Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Allergy-free room
  • Mosquito net
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Hearing accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wellness
  • Public Bath
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 07:00 to 00:00

Check-out

From 09:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Baba Lao Hotel

  • Baba Lao Hotel is 550 yards from the centre of Malindi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Baba Lao Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Water park
    • Public Bath
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • The prices at Baba Lao Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Baba Lao Hotel include:

    • Double

  • Check-in at Baba Lao Hotel is from 07:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Baba Lao Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Baba Lao Restaurant