Baba Lao Hotel
Malindi Road
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Why people book this hotel
“Where do i even start, everything is just perfect worth every coin the Host bab…”
“The host was friendly, responsive, and made sure everything I needed was availab…”
“Breakfast was ok not bad for low budget hotel”
“Nice breakfast”
“Location is perfect, close to the best parts of town and 10 min walk to the beac…”
“In short, if you are looking for a place to stay beach front pocket friendly Bab…”
“they never allowed watu wa bara to be exploited they informed us of prices”
“A good place for the price”
“Room well equipped, very comfortable and big space”
“the sunbeds awesome place to relax”
“The space was clean, well-organized, and exactly as described, which made settli…”
“The staff were very welcoming and kind ,very clean and also the security was suf…”
Overview
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.
Traveller reviews
Jumaa
solo_traveller
June 1, 2026
“The hotel advertisement looks beautiful but the reality you go to hotel is looks different”
Breakfast was ok not bad for low budget hotel.....
Jaime Celestino
solo_traveller
May 22, 2026
“Excellent value for money hotel!”
Room well equipped, very comfortable and big space. Nice breakfast. Super quiet. Location is perfect, close to the best parts of town and 10 min walk to the beach.
wambu
solo_traveller
April 19, 2026
“The best place to be👌”
Where do i even start, everything is just perfect worth every coin the Host babalao was so kind, the guy china boy was so kind and helpful too always around to guide you, tour guide tony was amazing too. In short, if you are looking for a place to stay beach front pocket friendly Babalao is the place 👌
Mbugua
solo_traveller
April 19, 2026
I really enjoyed my stay at this Airbnb. The space was clean, well-organized, and exactly as described, which made settling in very easy. I especially loved how comfortable the bed was and how peaceful the environment felt it was the perfect place to relax and unwind. The host was friendly, responsive, and made sure everything I needed was available.
morian
solo_traveller
April 16, 2026
We enjoyed the serene area...the breakfast was simple but excellent and the chef from the restaurant and the entire team was awesome.....how would I forget this....they never allowed watu wa bara to be exploited they informed us of prices.....my kids lived the area...the sunbeds awesome place to relax.....its a castle to my family....we will revisit soon...#Match thanks to mzee mwenyewe...Babalao place to be.....excellent place for all age groups....had the entire family.Baba Lao beach resort thumbs 👍 👌 😀
Rahma
solo_traveller
April 13, 2026
The host was very welcoming..He picked us from the bus station.He made sure that our stay was okay and really helped with other logistics like taxi..It is budget friendly and next to the beach..It is a place I will go back to in future.
Musa
couple
April 9, 2026
The place was dusty, dirty, and filthy
Faith
couple
April 9, 2026
The staff were very welcoming and kind ,very clean and also the security was sufficient I would recommend all my friends to Baba lao hotel is the best,,oops not forgetting the delicious breakfast
Mäkitalo
solo_traveller
April 9, 2026
A good place for the price
Archie
solo_traveller
April 4, 2026
Good location with security. Helpful staff. The owner is always present in case of anything.
Kristoffer
solo_traveller
January 23, 2026
Babalao is the big boss of Malindi. He'll do everything to make your stay comfortable. He made a lot of calls and arranged a private taxi for me to return to Mombasa and catch my flight.
Gloria
extended_group
January 21, 2026
“It was a good place nit far from the airport, the rooms are big with fair price. I will come again s”
The wifi, breakfast and good staff especially Tina who knows how to welcome Guests a d has a kind heart. She deserves promotion or salary increase
Martin
solo_traveller
January 20, 2026
I am writing this, as a former Hotel Manager and 25+ years of experience in Hotel- and restaurant business. Value for money! I always "judge" from that point of wiev and at Baba Lao Hotel and Baba Lao Beach Resort, witch I swiftet to when the Management told me it had just opened, are both the best Value for Money I have stayed at in my 12 years coming to Africa - by far. And the breakfast (omelet, bread and 3-4 dif fruits) is included in the only 9 dollar or night you pay for your own "hut" ON the beach - to me it was also lunch. Go there before your nabour.....
STEPHEN
couple
January 19, 2026
“Improve more on break fast especially ☕ tea.”
Cold break fast especially ☕🍵☕ and sour orange 🍊🍊🍊.
Rev Gloria
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
“My stay was good,I felt loved and cared for together with my family.”
The breakfast did not consider a special diet person e.g diabetic.Serving tea in a cup isn't pleasant for class and one cup ONLY.Putting sugar in the tea too isn't good without finding out from client if they use sugar and how much?We had rooms for the day and expected fresh toiletries e.g bathing soap.
Cheryl
extended_group
January 19, 2026
“Awesome”
Rooms, Services and every other thing
YONATHANIEL
solo_traveller
January 15, 2026
“Amazing place to stay, value for money especially for 1-3 nights.”
The breakfast was superb. The staff was amazing. Easy check-in and check-out.
Anthony
couple
January 9, 2026
The price was favourable
Nyambati
couple
January 6, 2026
“Good”
Beach front hotel very affordable
FAITH MORORIA
couple
December 29, 2025
Breakfast & fast response from host
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Water park, Public Bath, Walking tours, Tour or class about local culture
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
Food & Drink
Coffee house on site, Fruits, Breakfast options, Kid meals, Kid-friendly buffet, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room, Restaurant
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered
General
Indoor fireplace, Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Allergy-free room, Soundproof rooms, Designated smoking area
Internet
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace, Terrace, BBQ facilities
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Accessible parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Services
Shuttle service, Express check-in/check-out, Currency exchange, Ironing service, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk, Packed lunches, Tour desk, Luggage storage, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (free), Shuttle service (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Standard King Room
This double room's standout features are the hot tub and fireplace. The double room offers a private entrance, soundproof walls, a terrace with a quiet street view as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Superior King Room
Guests will have a special experience as this double room features a hot tub and a fireplace. The spacious double room provides a private entrance, soundproof walls, a terrace with a quiet street view as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
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