The Lawford Kenya
3.5 star property

Comfortable hotel with 2 outdoor pools and children's pool
your current months are May, 2024 and June, 2024.
May 2024
June 2024

The Lawford Kenya

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Private pool
Deluxe Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Garden View (NYATI) | Terrace/patio
Luxury Villa, 4 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Ocean View (TEMBO)
Exclusive Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms, Pool Access, Park View (CHUI/DUMA/KIPEPO) | Living area
Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms | Bathroom

Overview of The Lawford Kenya

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
The price is AU$182
Price available on 3/5/2024

Check out the area

Map
Lamou Road, C/o Lawford's, Malindi, Kilifi County, 80200
  • Popular LocationMalindi Beach10 min walk
  • Popular LocationVasco da Gama Pillar4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSilversands Beach7 min drive
  • AirportMalindi (MYD)11 min drive
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Room options

Exclusive Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms, Pool Access, Park View (CHUI/DUMA/KIPEPO)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
  • 180 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Superior Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Ocean View (PAA / TWIGA)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
  • 200 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Free bottled water
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Garden View (NYATI)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
  • 190 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Luxury Villa, 4 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Ocean View (TEMBO)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 250 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

Comfort Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Pool Access, Garden View (SIMBA JIKE)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
  • 130 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Luxury Villa, 4 Bedrooms, Ocean View (KOI KOI)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
4 bedrooms
  • 250 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

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About the area

Malindi

Located in Malindi, The Lawford Kenya is in the city centre and near the beach. Portuguese Chapel and Vasco da Gama Pillar are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arabuko Sokoke Forest and Watamu Marine National Park.

What's nearby

  • Malindi Beach - 10 min walk
  • Vasco da Gama Pillar - 4 min drive
  • Silversands Beach - 7 min drive
  • Marine Park - 13 min drive
  • Mambrui Beach - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bar Bar - 10 min walk
  • Stars and Gaters - 5 min walk
  • Osteria Wine Bar - 6 min drive
  • Karen Brixen Cafe Malindi - 7 min walk
  • Seafront Swahili Dishes - 17 min walk

About this property

The Lawford Kenya

Family-friendly hotel by the ocean
You can look forward to 9 holes of golf, a beach bar and a terrace at The Lawford Kenya. Tee up with amenities such as golf caddies at this hotel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage or a manicure/pedicure. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as an art gallery on-site and designer shops on-site.
Additional perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket information and concierge services
  • Smoke-free property, 2 meeting rooms and luggage storage
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as sound-insulated walls and minibars.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Fridges and irons/ironing boards
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, childcare services and electric kettles

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:30 AM–10:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 8 for children
  • A beach bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 9 holes of golf
  • Art gallery
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Golf caddies
  • Mini golf

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Mini golf
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,615 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 15 May and 15 June.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately USD 15.00 for adults and from USD 8.00 for children
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

The Lawford
The Lawford Kenya Hotel
The Lawford Kenya Malindi
The Lawford Kenya Hotel Malindi

Frequently asked questions

Does The Lawford Kenya have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lawford Kenya?

As of 20 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lawford Kenya on 3 May 2024 start from AU$182.28, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Lawford Kenya pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Lawford Kenya?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lawford Kenya?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Lawford Kenya?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 50 (subject to availability).

Where is The Lawford Kenya located?

This family-friendly Malindi hotel is located by the ocean, within 1 mi (2 km) of Malindi Beach and Portuguese Chapel. Silversands Beach and Vasco da Gama Pillar are also within 2 miles (3 km).

The Lawford Kenya Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Resturaunt was not good
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abdiaziz

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Perfect the staff were very friendly and efficient. The Accommodations were very clean and quiet. ❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Jasmine

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
They ran out of food at the buffet and wanted to charge us full price.

10/10 Excellent

Satishchandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love stay
Amazing stay with my boyfriend for one week. We loved the bedroom / apartment with porch and the beach / swimming pool area. Great recreation place for couples. Nice boutique and spa. Lovely Italian manager!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eirik V

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic hotel, with great value for money. The service is excellent!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2019