8/10 Good
Edwin
Traveled with partner
Jan 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Swahili House
3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Malindi with free breakfast
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Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Breakfast included
- Laundry
- Air conditioning
- Housekeeping
- Parking included
Explore the area
Silversand Rd, Malindi, Kilifi County, 80200
- Malindi Beach3 min walk
- Silversands Beach18 min walk
- Vasco da Gama Pillar1 min drive
- Malindi (MYD)4 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Double Room (Writer)
Double Room (Writer)
- 151 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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Double or Twin Room (Peacock)
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
- 161 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Double Room, 1 Double Bed (Bahari)
Double Room, 1 Double Bed (Bahari)
- 129 sq ft
- Beach view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
About the neighborhood
Malindi
Swahili House places you within a 5-minute walk of Malindi Beach and Portuguese Chapel. This 3-room, 3-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
What's nearby
- Malindi Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
- Portuguese Chapel - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
- Silversands Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
- Vasco da Gama Pillar - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
- Marine Park - 9 min drive - 3.7 miles
Getting around
- Malindi (MYD) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
- Bar Bar - 3 min drive
- Osteria Wine Bar - 5 min drive
- Johari's Restaurant - 16 min walk
- Taheri Fast Foods - 16 min walk
- Seafront Swahili Dishes - 5 min walk
About this property
Swahili House
Bed & breakfast in Malindi with free breakfast
Swahili House features free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables and luggage storage. This smoke-free bed & breakfast also has a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Ceiling fans, safes, and wardrobes or closets are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
Languages
English, Italian, Swahili
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Free self parking on site
- Limited onsite parking
Food and drink
- Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
Conveniences
- Guidebooks
- Laundry facilities
- Limited-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
- Safe at front desk
Guest services
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
- Garden
- Terrace
Accessibility
- 20 steps to reach entrance
- No elevator
More
- Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Bidet
- Private bathroom
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Chef service
- Shared kitchen access
More
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Connecting rooms available
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings
- Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 4:00 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
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
- Service animals exempt from fees
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
This property accepts cash
- Check-in: 2:00 PM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- This property accepts cash.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
- Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
- Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
- There are no elevators.
- No cribs or infant beds are available.
- No rollaway or extra beds are available.
Property is also known as
Swahili House Malindi
Swahili House Bed & breakfast
Swahili House Bed & breakfast Malindi
Frequently asked questions
What can I see around Swahili House?
This bed & breakfast in Malindi is within a 10-minute walk of Malindi Beach and Portuguese Chapel. You'll also find Vasco da Gama Pillar and Silversands Beach less than a mile away.
Is there parking available at Swahili House?
Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.
Does Swahili House have a casino at the property?
No, Swahili House doesn't have a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at Swahili House?
No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Swahili House?
Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like access to a chef as well as free breakfast and a terrace.
Are there hot tubs at Swahili House?
No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.
Does Swahili House have a restaurant that serves breakfast?
Swahili House offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.
Will Swahili House allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at Swahili House though service animals are welcome.
Are there connecting rooms at Swahili House?
Yes, this bed & breakfast has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.
How close is the airport from Swahili House?
The closest major airport to Swahili House is Malindi (MYD), which is 2.5 mi away (12 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Swahili House?
No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Swahili House.
Swahili House Reviews
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8.0
Very Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness