10/10 Excellent
Rupert
Oct 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rupert
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
The Lawford Kenya
3.5 star property
Oceanfront relaxation with massages and a 9-hole golf course, plus local cuisine and tour assistance for an unforgettable coastal experience.
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The Lawford Kenya, by the ocean, offers a 9-hole golf course, spa treatments (manicures, pedicures, massages), a beach bar, an art gallery, and a kids' pool. Public areas have free WiFi and luggage storage.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Breakfast available
- Business services
The current price is ₩135,780
₩135,780
₩160,221 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Room options
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Luxury Villa, 4 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Ocean View (TEMBO)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
- Ocean view
- 250 sq m
- 4 bedrooms
- Sleeps 8
- 4 Queen Beds
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Signature Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Ocean View (PAA / TWIGA)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
- Ocean view
- 200 sq m
- 3 bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- 3 Queen Beds
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Deluxe Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Garden View (NYATI)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Bathrobes
- Garden view
- 190 sq m
- 3 bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- 3 Queen Beds
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Comfort Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Pool Access, Garden View (SIMBA JIKE)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
- Garden view
- 130 sq m
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
View all photos for Exclusive Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms, Pool Access, Park View (CHUI/DUMA/KIPEPO)
Exclusive Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms, Pool Access, Park View (CHUI/DUMA/KIPEPO)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
- Park view
- 180 sq m
- 3 bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- 3 Queen Beds
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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
- Garden view
- 80 sq m
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Double Beds
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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom
7.07.0 out of 10
Good
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Coffee/tea maker
- Garden view
- 60 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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Standard Double Room
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
- Garden view
- 40 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
- Garden view
- 60 sq m
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood
Located in Malindi, The Lawford Kenya is in the city center and near the beach. Portuguese Chapel and Vasco da Gama Pillar are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Watamu Beach and Malindi Beach. Looking to get your feet wet? Snorkeling and fishing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Malindi travel guide
Lamou Road, C/o Lawford's, Malindi, Kilifi County, 80200
What's nearby
Malindi Beach10 min walk - 0.8 km
Watamu Beach26 min drive - 25.8 km- Portuguese Chapel16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Silversands Beach8 min drive - 2.3 km
- Mambrui Beach18 min drive - 18.6 km
Getting around
- Malindi (MYD)10 min drive
Restaurants
- Bar Bar10 min walk
- Johari's Restaurant4 min walk
- Coast Cuisine4 min walk
- Lost Beach Party9 min walk
- Jabreen Cafe9 min walk
About this property
The Lawford Kenya
Family-friendly hotel by the ocean
You can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a beach bar, and a terrace at The Lawford Kenya. Tee up with amenities like golf caddies at this hotel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a manicure/pedicure or a massage. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as an art gallery on site and designer stores on site.
Additional perks include:
- 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool
- Free self parking
- Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), concierge services, and 2 meeting rooms
- Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like sound-insulated walls and minibars.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
- Refrigerators and irons/ironing boards
- 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
- Wardrobes/closets, childcare services, and electric kettles
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Free self parking on site
Food and drink
- Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:30 AM to 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-hole adjacent golf course
- Art gallery
- Children's pool
- Designer stores
- Golf caddies
- Mini golf
Family friendly
- 2 outdoor pools
- Children's pool
- In-room babysitting (surcharge)
- 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
- Housekeeping (daily)
- 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 elevator
More
- Banquet hall
- Mosquito nets
- Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Towels provided
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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between May 15 and June 15.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
- Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 15.00 for adults and 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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property is professionally cleaned
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
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 Mar 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lawford Kenya on Mar 9, 2026 start from ₩135,780, excluding 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?
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?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out 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 mi (3 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Lawford Kenya Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.4
Amenities
9.6
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 15 reviews
10 - Excellent
10
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
8 - Good
2
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 15 reviews
6 - Okay
2
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
4 - Poor
1
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jan
Sep 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and amenities. Will come back.
Jan
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Aug 4, 2023
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!
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Abikok
Jan 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Lawford was a lovely place to stay in Malindi. The 3 bedroom villa and private pool were amazing. Large upstairs and downstairs lounge areas. Lots of space for everyone. There was a full kitchen with all the pots, pans, utensils etc. Service was great. Staff were delightful. Had fun with pool and table tennis. We would live there, if we could! Our neighbors were a bit loud but management tried to help with the situation. The beach is close but the water was brown and not “inviting.” There is a river just north that drains into the ocean right above the property. We would definitely visit again!
Abikok
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jim Elton
Feb 13, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed five nights with three persons in the Simba Jike villa at the Lawford’s and it was wonderful. The pictures we found online didn’t do the villa justice. You can expect a huge 3 storey villa with two bedrooms and bathrooms, a comfy huge living area and several chill-out lounge spots at the piece. A huge kitchen and fridge. Daily cleaning will be done and your will get mosquito repellent daily as well, we loved the space, tranquility and luxury. We also enjoyed the poolside as well as the neighbouring beachclub Lost a lot. It really felt like a home away from home, asante sana everyone at Lawford’s
Jim Elton
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Eirik V
Jan 13, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic hotel, with great value for money. The service is excellent!
Eirik V
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
Abdiaziz
Feb 2, 2023
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.
❤️❤️❤️
Abdiaziz
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Jason
Aug 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Resturaunt was not good
Jason
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Jasmine
Jan 4, 2023
Liked: Amenities
They ran out of food at the buffet and wanted to charge us full price.
Jasmine
10/10 Excellent
Christof
Sep 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Schönes Hotel in guter Lage,Pools,Restaurant,Lost Beach Club in der Nähe,saubere Zimmer,Bad
Christof
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gina
Oct 31, 2025
Gina
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Carol
Feb 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Carol
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Maria Montserrat
Dec 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Maria Montserrat
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
4/10 Poor
Lucy
Aug 19, 2024
Lucy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Satishchandra
Dec 22, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Satishchandra
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020