Baba Lao Hotel
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.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi (4 Mbps)
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
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Guests who stayed here loved
Obillo
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“The breakfast was served in time.The staffs were so friendly.I really enjoyed my stay.”
- Blake
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“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“The place is located at the center of the town and the hospitality is good plus good customer service”
- Rachel United States“This is a great bargain stay with fabulous staff. The location is great and I was able to walk to the beach, Malindi Museum and Pillar de Vasco as well as various outdoor markets and stores. The room was large and clean, and they included...”
- Monk Kenya“The breakfast was excellent especially the Swahili tea. It would make you stay in Malindi for life. The location is ideal for anyone seeking a quiet business getaway surrounded by friendly staff and locals”
- Dennis Kenya“It's very calm and clean, very readily accessible. The management and staff members were very friendly not to mention spacious rooms and the large beds .. true value for price”
- Mwangi Kenya“The location is good; there are many eateries around. My son and I loved the breakfast; it was very filling and nutritious, and the staff were helpful. The wifi was stable for the most part, and the place is secure.”
- Esther Kenya“The cost is worth it. The hotel owner is very welcoming and hospitable. I must appreciate their response to my dietary needs. The breakfast is yum. The meals I ordered were well prepared and enough portions served. I appreciate it. The location is...”
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
- CuisineAfrican • Pizza • Seafood • Local • Grill/BBQ
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian
Amenities of Baba Lao Hotel
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi (4 Mbps)
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Bathroom
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bathtub or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathtub
- Shower
Bedroom
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Walk-in closet
View
View
- View
Outdoors
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Patio
- Balcony
- Terrace
Kitchen
Kitchen
- Cleaning products
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Activities
Activities
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Water parkAdditional chargeOff-site
- Hot tub
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
Living Area
Living Area
- Dining area
- Fireplace
Media & Technology
Media & Technology
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Food & Drink
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Fruit
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
InternetFree Wifi 4 Mbps. Suitable for browsing the internet and sending and receiving emails and messages. Speed test carried out by the host.
Internet
ParkingFree private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Parking
- Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storageAdditional charge
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business Facilities
Business Facilities
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
General
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Grocery deliveriesAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Mosquito net
- Executive lounge access
- Wake-up service
- Tile/Marble floor
- Soundproof
- Private entrance
- Laptop safe
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Soundproof rooms
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Accessibility
Accessibility
- Hearing accessible
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Spa
Spa
- Public Bath
Languages Spoken
Languages Spoken
- English
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
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
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.
