Mornings begin with toes in the sand, afternoons challenge muscles at the 24-hour gym or tennis courts, and evenings end with cocktails at two different bars
Baobab Sea Lodge, on a white sand beach, is ideal for active travelers. Enjoy a breakfast buffet, relax by the outdoor pool, or join volleyball games. The property offers in-room WiFi, a 24-hour gym, and tennis courts that guests consistently praise.
Located in Kilifi, Baobab Sea Lodge is on the beach. Kilifi Bridge and Mnarani ruins are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Vuma Cliff Paso Noroeste and Kuruwitu Marine Sanctuary. With snorkelling, windsurfing and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Kilifi travel guide
Kilifi Bay, Kilifi, Kilifi County
What's nearby
Bamburi Beach
56 min drive - 57.0 km
Kilifi Creek
3 min drive - 1.5 km
St. Patrick's Catholic Church
5 min drive - 2.6 km
Pwani University
6 min drive - 3.0 km
Baobab Golf Course at Vipingo Ridge
40 min drive - 37.4 km
Getting around
Vipingo (VPG)
38 min drive
Restaurants
Salty’s Beach Bar and Restaurant
20 min walk
Kusini Tavern
7 min drive
The Kilifi Club (Members)
4 min drive
Village Dishes Catering Services
4 min drive
Coffee Pub
6 min drive
About this property
Baobab Sea Lodge
Upscale hotel
Consider a stay at Baobab Sea Lodge and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and laundry facilities. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and surfing. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities such as volleyball. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with 2 bars and a business centre.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
Tennis courts, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and multilingual staff
Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms at Baobab Sea Lodge include perks, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
20-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
Balconies or patios, electric kettles and daily housekeeping
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
2 bars/lounges
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
24-hour gym
Outdoor pool
Surfing/bodyboarding
Tennis
Volleyball
Family friendly
Free supervised activities for children
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Business centre
Outdoors
Beach towels
On the beach
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Accessibility
No lift
More
Designated smoking areas
Mosquito nets
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
20-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Minibar
Room service
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per person (one-way)
Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 50 (one-way)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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 accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Property is also known as
Baobab Sea Lodge Kilifi
Baobab Sea Lodge
Baobab Sea Kilifi
Baobab Sea
Baobab Sea Hotel Kilifi
Baobab Sea Lodge Hotel
Baobab Sea Lodge Kilifi
Baobab Sea Lodge Hotel Kilifi
Frequently asked questions
Does Baobab Sea Lodge have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Baobab Sea Lodge?
As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Baobab Sea Lodge on 1 Apr 2026 start from HK$1,056, excluding 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.
Is Baobab Sea Lodge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Baobab Sea Lodge?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Baobab Sea Lodge?
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Baobab Sea Lodge?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Does Baobab Sea Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per person applies.
Where is Baobab Sea Lodge located?
Nestled on the beach, this Kilifi hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Kilifi Creek, St. Patrick's Catholic Church and Pwani University. Kilifi Bridge is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.
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Reviews
Baobab Sea Lodge Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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The staff was so helpful to us especially when my husband got sick. The hotel manager got us a driver to take us to a nearby clinic. Without that help he would not have recovered fast enough to make our flight. The staff was so concerned and let us stay in our room past our checkout time without charging us for an extra day. We are so grateful to them for taking such good care of us. We will never forget them or what they did for us. This kind of care and service is priceless.
We enjoyed this great, charming hotel with it's warm, welcoming people for 8 days. Excellent service, good breakfast, good seafood/fish dishes, nice hotel area and beautiful beaches.
What an amazing stay at BSL.
Wonderful beach front property with small villas.
Blown away by the delicious food and attentive staff.
Everyone was super nice and an extra shoutout to Joel the manager and Fred the receptionist. Fred greeted us warmly and was so kind to share tips for our stay in Kilifi, really appreciated and thanks Fred.
Thank you everyone for a wonderful stay!!!!!!!
Martin
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sean T.
17 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel has amazing potential and was probably once quite grand. The facilites are tired and in need of maintenance and updates. We were there out of season so it was very quiet and the staff seemed a little challenged in knowing what to do. The beach is great and the grounds are super. I would stay here again but I’d check my room and test the shower before settling on my room.
Sean T.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
6/10 Okay
Rebecka
6 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Sadly not worth it…
We visited the property before booking and were shown around, after which we decided on and booked a deluxe room with pool view. However, when we showed up for check in, we were taken to a another (lower category) room - without any information from the staff. We asked the staff member if this really was a deluxe room, which he insisted on it being. Turns out he lied. After we contacted the reception, we were informed that the room category we had booked was fully booked. We insisted on being compensated, so they offered a room at another hotel, a couple of km up along the beach, which we declined. Instead we suggested we’d at least be compensated with complimentary massages, which they eventually agreed to. The pool area is nice and the staff there were really attentive. The masseuses are also great! However, the sound proofing in the premier rooms (which is the one we ended up getting) is non existent. If you’re on the lower floor, you’ll be able to hear every sigh, every bathroom visit…you name it…from the guests upstairs. Unfortunately, our neighbor got home late and stayed up for the rest of the night, so we weren’t able to get any sleep. The facilities are dated but the hotel is beautifully situated. The breakfast was so-so. All in all, there are way better options for accommodation in Kilifi. (Distant Relatives and Salty’s being two of them.)
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Baobab Sea Lodge. It is a beautiful place, with charming guest cottages that are interwoven among the network of walkways and greenery. My stay was restful and relaxing. The staff went out of their way to make me feel comfortable and attended to. I can't say enough about the way they made sure everything was absolutely perfect. I would definitely stay here again.
The property is quiet with good access to other places and the beach.
The property had no microwave or slippers to use in the rooms. The staff seemed overworked but we're very good. I still liked the place but may not stay many nights there again
Awful. I left within 15 minutes of check in. Broken and dirty rooms. Aircon did not work. Toilet seat falling off. Sand in the bed. Everything was filthy. The fridge was full of rotten water.
Swimming pool barely had water in it.
Told them of my concerns, nothing could be done so had to leave and find accommodation elsewhere.
All in all terrible and I want a full refund.
I liked rhe friendly staff and beach location. It had a great beach and next to a public access point which was actually nice to see a few locals enjoying.