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Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent

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Enjoy your visit to Malindi with a stay at Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent. Free perks include WiFi, self-parking and English breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Locker space
£14
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

Room options

A room with white walls, a wooden shelf unit, and a black floor.
A small, narrow room with a single bed covered by a sheer white sheet, a small sink, and a window with a patterned curtain.
A room with a bed, a bedside table, a small window, and a door.
A narrow corridor with a bed on the left and a sink on the right.

Deluxe Single Room

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 20
  • 10 Queen Beds
A tent with a bed, a fan, and a mosquito net. There are also thatched umbrellas and a wooden bench in the background.
A tent with a bed, a fan, and a bottle.
A small, narrow bathroom with a wooden cabinet, a toilet, and a bucket.
A small, basic bathroom with a white sink, a toilet, and a window providing natural light.

Comfort Tent, Beach View

  • Beach view
  • 9 sq m
  • 20 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 20
  • 20 Queen Beds
A door labeled "FEMALE DORM" with a simple latch and a small sign above it.
A room with a white sink, a black door, and a partially constructed ceiling.
Bunk beds in a dormitory-style room with a high ceiling and metal beams.
A door labeled "FEMALE DORM" with a simple latch and a small sign above it.

Classic Shared Dormitory, Men only

  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Large Single Bunk Beds
A narrow hallway with a white bench and a door leading to another room.
Bunk beds in a dormitory-style room with a high ceiling and metal beams.
A narrow, dimly lit bathroom with a single sink and a visible pipe on the floor.
A small, dimly lit bathroom with a single toilet, a sink, and a mirror. The walls are textured and show signs of wear.

Classic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Beach View

  • Beach view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Large Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Malindi Beach, Malindi, Kilifi County, 80200

What's nearby

  • Malindi Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Portuguese Chapel - 15 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Silversands Beach - 11 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Mambrui Beach - 24 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Watamu Beach - 31 min drive - 26.4 km

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Delicious - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Seafront Swahili Dishes - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Stars and Gaters - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Johari's Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bar Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent

  • Enjoy your visit to Malindi with a stay at Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent. Free perks include WiFi, self-parking and English breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 12 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [Babalao Hotel]
    • If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 AM 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

    • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast

Pets

    • Pets allowed*

Internet

    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Free secured on-site self-parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM

What to do

  • On the beach

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Freshen up

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 1000 per pet (may vary based on length of stay), plus a one-off cleaning fee of USD 500

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property only accepts cash.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 1000 per pet, per night.

Is parking offered on site at Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent?

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What's the area around Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent like?

Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent is on Malindi Beach, a short 11-minute walk from Portuguese Chapel and 20 minutes' walk from Silversands Beach.

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