7.8

95 reviews

The Lawford Hotel

The Lawford Hotel

Lamu Road , Malindi, 80200, Kenya

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Private pool

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free Private Parking

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

The Lawford Hotel

The Lawford Hotel in Malindi, Kenya, sits on Lamu Road, just 0.4mi from the city center. With 95 reviews from guests, this coastal spot catches the eye of travelers exploring the area.

Amenities include a private pool and an outdoor swimming pool (free), a restaurant and bar, air conditioning, a terrace with garden view and balcony, a kitchen with kitchenware, and private entrance. Free on-site parking, beach umbrellas and chairs, and mini golf (free) add convenience, while a tour desk helps arrange local adventures. Some services carry extra charges, including snorkeling, shuttle services (airport shuttle available), business center, meeting/banquet facilities, golf course, massage, and babysitting.

Price starts from $100. The property is located on Lamu Road in Malindi, Kenya, about 0.4mi from the city center and is supported by 95 reviews from guests.

Dining at The Lawford Hotel is anchored by The Victoria restaurant and a stylish bar, perfect for sunset sips after a sun-splashed day. Air conditioning keeps things cool, while a terrace with garden views and a balcony offer breezy spots to unwind. A kitchen with kitchenware invites casual in-house dining, complemented by a private entrance for extra privacy. Free on-site parking, beach umbrellas and chairs, and free mini golf add resort-friendly practicality, with a tour desk to chart local adventures.

Two pools provide different vibes: a private pool for a secluded dip and an outdoor pool that glistens all year. An adults-only pool adds a quieter option for sunbathers. Some services carry extra charges, including snorkeling, airport shuttle, golf, massage, and babysitting.

Accommodations span a lively range of villas and suites, from intimate doubles to grand layouts with private pools and ocean views. Highlights include Luxury Villa, 4 Bedroom, Ocean View, Private Pool, and other Luxury Villa configurations with Ocean View options. A Comfort Villa sleeps 20 adults and 13 children, signaling a family-friendly setup, while additional configurations such as Villa, 4 Bedroom, Pool View and Deluxe Suite options add flexibility for groups and couples alike.

Closest airports

Malindi Airport

1.9mi

Vipingo Airport

46.9mi

Most popular amenities

Private pool

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free Private Parking

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Mini golf

Terrace

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Patio

Kitchenware

Garden view

Garden

Free toiletries

Balcony

Rooms

 Double Room in The Lawford Hotel

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Double Room

1 Queen Size Bed

430 sqft

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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Quadruple Room in The Lawford Hotel

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Quadruple Room

2 Queen Size Beds

645 sqft

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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Deluxe Suite One Bedroom in The Lawford Hotel

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

1 Queen Size Bed

645 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Private entrance

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Two-Bedroom Suite in The Lawford Hotel

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Suite, 2 Bedroom

2 King Size Beds

970 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Private entrance

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Villa with Private Pool in The Lawford Hotel

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Villa, Private Pool

3 Queen Size Beds

2 Twin Beds

3765 sqft

Private pool

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

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Superior Villa, 3 Bedroom, Ocean View, Private Pool

Private pool

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Luxury Villa, 4 Bedroom, Ocean View, Private Pool

Private pool

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Signature Villa, 3 Bedroom, Ocean View, Private Pool

Private pool

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Villa, 3 Bedroom

Kitchen

Balcony

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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Privilege Suite, 3 Bedroom

Balcony

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Deluxe Villa

Kitchen

Balcony

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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Villa

Kitchen

Balcony

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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Guest reviews

7.8

95 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

Featured reviews:

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Tracy

8.2

February 2023

spacious gardens, private , 2 lovely swimming pools with sun loungers , large furnished terrace. Great location for exploring Malindi. As most of the apartments in the hotel are taken up by residential long stay guests who don’t use all the facilities there is a calming peaceful atmosphere.

For us it was perfect. just what was needed for a restful mini-break after a busy festive season. (it should be noted for those not familiar with this area, the hotel is on the beach which is rugged and the shoreline is some distance across the dunes )

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Andy

10

February 2025

Excellent hotel in a beautiful location. The staff where pleasant and very helpful when they found out we where on honeymoon they upgraded us at no extra cost. And the food was very good I can't say enough about the staff. Excellent place to stay highly recommend

The only thing was a beach bar with very load music every night I talked to the staff they said it wasn't all the time. Just bad timing on my part would definitely go back though

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Nelson

9.1

January 2025

Variety of breakfast options with some traditional coastal dishes served The restaurant, The Victoria, serves good options for lunch and dinner Two pools, a beach bar Very clean rooms and lots of space in the double deluxe suite Very convenient location (town center, close to good restaurants and supermarkets)

The shower water pressure could be better It would have been great to have a fan in spaces where the AC may have less impact

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Francesca

8.2

June 2025

Great amenities and peaceful environment and short walk from the beach and the club lost, food was very good and staff very welcoming, historical touristic facilities with Swahili vibes. Room is spacious and the terrace was very nice

Some parts of the room are a bit dated, they could use a bit of an upgrade, such as shower windows and doors, and the light in the bathroom was very weak.

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Mariella

8.2

October 2022

The villa was amazing and so unique .Rooms very big and comfy beds.Showers with hot water .

Breakfast was very poor in n .To go to the beach it is far. I booked a sea view and it wasn't . The owner was very Rude and arrogant with all of us. At the end of our stay she tried to apologize but it was too late for that .Maybe that is why the resort was empty.

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Mia

9.1

March 2024

Helpful staff, very beautiful property. Loved having our private pool.

Having cleaning staff around most of the day didn’t allow for much privacy, would have preferred less cleaning. Beach was not great, much better a few kilometers south. The hotel does provide free shuttle to a nice beach, which was nice. Restaurant was not very impressive, preferred going out for lunch and dinner.

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Ayan

10

September 2023

It was like stepping into a whole new dimension, This property has a lovely extensive garden which was so beautiful to wake up to every morning. The property was peaceful and calm which is surprising because its very near the town centre. I felt very safe as the security wasn't playing around. The staff were also very kind and helpful. They have a cute little restaurant which serves amazing meals and the breakfast was too generous. I have to go back here ❤

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Abdul

10

June 2025

The location and the staff and the management team who made my stay amazing and I even told my friends in New York when in Kenya to stay there! Every staff member went above and beyond for me 👍

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Cynthia

8.2

December 2022

the rooms are super spacious and very comfortable. I loved their pools as well and the beach bar is awesome. they have beach parties on Thursday which are great. proximity to the beach and town is also great. loved it completely

The restaurant could use some work. breakfast wasn’t the best. very average but probably because it wasn’t as full

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Antje

8.2

October 2023

Big room, nice bathroom . Beautiful garden

Few things didnot work. Minor issues, so nothing to wurry about. Man at the desk was not nice to our driver. He Was not offered a welcomdrink, and he got commands when he wanted us to follow for lunch! It looked as he was not welcome inside the hotel. Very disappointing!

Points of Interest Around The Lawford Hotel

Airports

Malindi Airport

1.9mi

Vipingo Airport

46.9mi

Restaurants

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of The Lawford Hotel

Private pool

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free Private Parking

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Mini golf

Terrace

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Patio

Kitchenware

Garden view

Garden

Free toiletries

Balcony

Stay rules - The Lawford Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property