About this property

Beachfront Location: Baba Lao Beach Hostel in Malindi offers a private beach area and direct beachfront access. Guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace, enjoying sea views and a serene environment. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms with bidets, free toiletries, and showers. Additional amenities include air-conditioning, wardrobes, and slippers, ensuring a comfortable stay. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves local and international cuisines, including barbecue grill. Breakfast options include American, vegetarian, vegan, and halal, catering to diverse dietary needs. Nearby Attractions: Malindi Beach is just a few steps away, while Portuguese Chapel lies less than 0.6 mi from the property. Other attractions include Watamu National Marine Park (21 mi) and Gedi Ruins (11 mi). Malindi Airport is 1.9 mi distant.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, American

  • Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Guest reviews

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Mark
Kenya Kenya
If you want simplicity, beach vibes and beach experience this is the place. Good accomodation, Good Food, Affordable, Good Staff. Beach access is easy and always vibe. People around chilling with. Around the place is just more than just fun...
Derrick
Kenya Kenya
I stayed there and it was a fun staycation plus the staff were great plus it's a beach front with a thight security and easy to access the beach #Babalao the best place to stay
Helena
Kenya Kenya
I really enjoyed staying at Baba Lao Beach Hotel. It is located directly at the beach, the food is very delicious and the staff is super welcoming and friendly. In the evening you can enjoy the bonfire at the beach. I hope to come back soon.
Millicent
Kenya Kenya
Very hospitable host and nice meals. Good deal as it's a beach front
Usman
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The host was really friendly and helpful he also upgraded me on a bigger room free of charge if I go back to malindi I would definitely book this place again and I would recommend you to go there.breakfast was really good to. And this place is on...

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Babalao beach restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Local • International • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian

Amenities of Baba Lao Beach Hostel

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
From 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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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
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Baba Lao Beach Hostel