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Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent

Property class: 2.5
Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Malindi hotel

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A beach with tents and umbrellas.
A tent with a bed, a fan, and a bottle.
A narrow pathway flanked by thatched-roof huts with white walls and green doors.
A rustic room with bunk beds, a ladder, and a thatched roof.
A covered outdoor seating area with cushioned benches and a table, featuring a rustic thatched roof and a view of greenery outside.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Malindi Beach, Malindi, Kilifi County, 80200
  • Place, Malindi Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Portuguese Chapel
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Silversands Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Malindi (MYD)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room

A small, narrow room with a single bed covered by a sheer white sheet, a small sink, and a window with a patterned curtain.

Deluxe Single Room

  • 165 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 20
  • 10 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Tent, Beach View

A tent with a bed, a fan, and a bottle.

Comfort Tent, Beach View

  • Beach view
  • 100 sq ft
  • 20 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 20
  • 20 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Shared Dormitory, Men only

A room with a white sink, a black door, and a partially constructed ceiling.

Classic Shared Dormitory, Men only

  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Large Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Beach View

Bunk beds in a dormitory-style room with a high ceiling and metal beams.

Classic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Beach View

  • Beach view
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Malindi

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Malindi Beach and Portuguese Chapel. Silversands Beach and Vasco da Gama Pillar are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Malindi Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Portuguese Chapel - 16 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Silversands Beach - 12 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Mambrui Beach - 26 min drive - 13.1 miles
  • Watamu Beach - 33 min drive - 17.1 miles

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Olimpia Club Malindi - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mariposa Resicence - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Seafront Swahili Dishes - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lo Sfizio - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Saffron Garden Malindi - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Malindi hotel
Free breakfast is available daily. Self parking is free.

This Malindi hotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
  • Lockers available
Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent offers 12 accommodations. This Malindi hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • 3 shared bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 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 alternate 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 1000 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 500

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 1000 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus USD 500 one-time cleaning fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property only accepts cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property only accepts cash.

We should mention

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent to the airport?

Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent is 2.4 mi (15-min drive) away from the Malindi (MYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent?

As of Aug 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent on Aug 25, 2026 start from $18, including 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.

Does Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent.

How close is Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent offer free breakfast?

Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent offers free English breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent?

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent have a pool?

Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent does not have a pool.

Does Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent to downtown Malindi?

Babalao Beach Resort Backpackers & Tent is 0.6 mi away from Malindi.

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