Baba Lao Hotel is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Malindi near Malindi Beach. 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, rooms 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. In colder months, guests can warm up by the in-room fireplace. At the bed and breakfast, all units have bed linen and towels. Guests can eat at the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, brunch, and high tea. Sightseeing tours are available within a reachable distance of the property. Guests can relax near the outdoor fireplace at the bed and breakfast. Tropical Beach is 1.9 miles from the bed and breakfast, while Watamu National Marine Park is 20 miles away. The nearest airport is Malindi, 1.2 miles from Baba Lao Hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular 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 (8.7)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
9.1
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
7.1
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  • Catherine
    Thailand Thailand
    Their room services , reception and their willingness to help .
  • Nicholas
    Kenya Kenya
    Mr Omar Sharif the owner was welcoming on my arrival and a convivial host. The VIP room was spacious and clean with a balcony (serviced daily) with flat screen TV and WIFI. Breakfast was served in the room which consisted of omelette, fresh...
  • Ouno
    Kenya Kenya
    1. The owner was cordial. Received very warm reception, he was readily available for enquiries & to attend to any issues together with his staff. 2. Clean, spacious room with Android TV & strong Wi-fi connection . Conveniently, all sockets had...

Hosted by Omar Shariff Hashim

9.1
9.1
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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

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

Most popular amenities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Walk-in closet
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 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Fireplace
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (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 available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
    Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/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
  • 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 shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Hearing accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Spa
  • Public Bath
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

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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

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Pets

Pets are not allowed.

FAQs about Baba Lao Hotel

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

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • 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, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Baba Lao Hotel is 1,650 feet from the center of Malindi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Baba Lao Hotel is from 7:00 AM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Baba Lao Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Baba Lao Restaurant

  • Room options at Baba Lao Hotel include:

    • Double