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The Lawford Kenya

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Malindi with 2 outdoor pools and beach bar
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Children's pool
  • Beach bar
  • Room service
  • In-room childcare
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
For families
  • Children's pool
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Living room
  • Television
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2025

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

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

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

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

Highlights

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

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Minibar, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Garden View (NYATI) | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Garden View (NYATI)

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

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

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Minibar, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

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

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

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

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Comfort Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Pool Access, Garden View (SIMBA JIKE) | Terrace/patio

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
Private bathroom
  • 130 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms

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

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includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2025
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About the area

Map
Lamou Road, C/o Lawford's, Malindi, Kilifi County, 80200

What's nearby

  • Malindi Beach - 10 min walk
  • Portuguese Chapel - 16 min walk
  • Vasco da Gama Pillar - 4 min drive
  • Silversands Beach - 7 min drive
  • Marine Park - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Osteria Wine Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Johari's Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taheri Fast Foods - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Seafront Swahili Dishes - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Lawford Kenya

Adjacent to a golf course, The Lawford Kenya is a great choice for a stay in Malindi. Guests can indulge in beachside massages or manicures and pedicures. Other highlights include 2 outdoor pools, a beach bar and a children's pool.

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish, Swahili

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 30 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • 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 time is 11:00 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

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 staffed during limited hours
  • 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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Beach bar
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Mini golf
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • Mini golf
  • Beach nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

Working away

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (1615 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Golf caddy on-site

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Art gallery on-site
  • Designer shops on-site
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Individually furnished
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Bath or shower
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15.00 for adults and USD 8.00 for children
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 50 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 15 May and 15 June.

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
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.
This property is professionally cleaned.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lawford Kenya currently open?
The property is closed between 15 May and 15 June.
Does The Lawford Kenya offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Lawford Kenya does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Lawford Kenya?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at The Lawford Kenya?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Lawford Kenya?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Lawford Kenya?
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 50 (subject to availability).
What is there to do at The Lawford Kenya and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as snorkelling and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.
What's the area around The Lawford Kenya like?
The Lawford Kenya is in the heart of Malindi, a short 10-minute walk from Malindi Beach and 16 minutes' walk from Portuguese Chapel.

The Lawford Kenya Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Fair

Lucy, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The Resturaunt was not good
Jason, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
Perfect the staff were very friendly and efficient. The Accommodations were very clean and quiet. ❤️❤️❤️
Abdiaziz, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

They ran out of food at the buffet and wanted to charge us full price.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Satishchandra, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Maria Montserrat, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel, with great value for money. The service is excellent!
Eirik V, 11-night trip with friends
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