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Swahili House

Property class: 3

Photo gallery for Swahili House

A building with a white facade, arched windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A fountain with water jets in a room with a tiled floor and a vase on a table.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, and a window with stained glass.
A courtyard with a staircase, a fountain, and a palm tree.
A dining area with a red tablecloth, set for a meal with plates, glasses, and cutlery. There is a sofa with cushions, a potted plant, and a view of palm trees and buildings outside.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

Explore the area

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Silversand Rd, Malindi, Kilifi County, 80200
  • Place, Malindi Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Portuguese Chapel
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Silversands Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Malindi (MYD)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Double Bed (Bahari)

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, and a window with stained glass.

Double Room, 1 Double Bed (Bahari)

  • Beach view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room (Writer)

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with a stained glass design.

Double Room (Writer)

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double or Twin Room (Peacock)

A bed with a colorful quilt, a window with stained glass, and a wooden headboard.

Double or Twin Room (Peacock)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

About the area

Malindi

At Swahili House you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Malindi Beach and Portuguese Chapel. Highlights at this B&B include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, luggage storage and a front desk safe. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .In proximity to this 3-property class Malindi B&B you'll find Watamu Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Malindi Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Portuguese Chapel - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Silversands Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mambrui Beach - 21 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Watamu Beach - 28 min drive - 26.5 km

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stars and Gaters - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Delicious - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mariposa Resicence - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Seafront Swahili Dishes - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Johari's Restaurant - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Swahili House

Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Swahili House also features a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Malindi bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Swahili House offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a ceiling fan. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Malindi bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower and bidets. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self 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 lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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 accepts cash.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Swahili House Malindi
Swahili House Bed & breakfast
Swahili House Bed & breakfast Malindi

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Swahili House?

Yep, Swahili House has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Swahili House?

As of 7 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swahili House on 9 Nov 2026 start from AU$136, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Swahili House?

Yep, Swahili House is a short 5-minute walk from Malindi Beach.

Does Swahili House serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Swahili House?

No, Swahili House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Swahili House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Swahili House?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Swahili House Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is a beautiful Swahili house that is homely and warm.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Swahili House is a beautiful property, well maintained and with the most helpful staff, Rose and Amos. The property is right next to Malaika Restaurant that has amazing sea food and if you walk down the road there is a local restaurant that sells delicious Swahili food. The only area for improvement is the shower - the water pressure is very low. Otherwise this is an excellent property for solo travelers or a couple. Will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026