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Aerial view of Manda Bay Lodge's beachfront infinity pool, palm-fringed beach, and moored boats in crystal-clear Kenyan waters
Manda Bay
From $880 /person
A barefoot-luxury coastal retreat on Kenya’s Lamu Archipelago
Manda Bay, a jewel in Kenya's stunning coastline, is the perfect escape for families, honeymooners, and couples looking for the ultimate 'no shoes, no news' experience. The small boutique lodge located on the tip of an unspoiled, idyllic island in Lamu's archipelago where you kick off your shoes and enjoy simplistic beauty in palm-thatched cottages and open living spaces.
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Rooms
Palm Rooms
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4Five Palm rooms are set back slightly from the beachfront, and have lovely views of the ocean. These ensuite rooms are constructed with local materials in traditional coastal style, with palm thatch roofs and woven matting covering.
From $880
Beach Front Rooms
2•4Beach Front rooms, of which there are 11, are situated right on the sea front, and have stunning views across the Indian Ocean. Each room is an individual ensuite cottage, constructed with local materials in traditional coastal style, with palm thatch roofs and woven matting covering.
From $932
Family Palm Room-7
4An adjoining Palm room that is perfect for families with small children. The main ensuite room, which has a double bed, is fitted with a twin ensuite room adjoining next door, allowing for children to feel comfortable and safe near to their parents. This room can sleep as many as three children in it, with two twin beds and a baby cot added for infants.
From $880
Palm Rooms
2•4Five Palm rooms are set back slightly from the beachfront, and have lovely views of the ocean. These ensuite rooms are constructed with local materials in traditional coastal style, with palm thatch roofs and woven matting covering.
From $880
Beach Front Rooms
2•4Beach Front rooms, of which there are 11, are situated right on the sea front, and have stunning views across the Indian Ocean. Each room is an individual ensuite cottage, constructed with local materials in traditional coastal style, with palm thatch roofs and woven matting covering.
From $932
Family Palm Room-7
4An adjoining Palm room that is perfect for families with small children. The main ensuite room, which has a double bed, is fitted with a twin ensuite room adjoining next door, allowing for children to feel comfortable and safe near to their parents. This room can sleep as many as three children in it, with two twin beds and a baby cot added for infants.
From $880
Facilities
The below facilities are available at this stay:
- Wi-Fi
- Battery-charging-facilities
- Bar / Lounge
- Spa
- Laundry service
- Gym
- Outdoor Pool
- Restaurant
Best time to go to Manda Bay
- Best
- Good
- Acceptable
January
From $1,302
February
From $1,170
March
From $1,170
April
From $1,020
May
June
From $1,020
July
From $1,120
August
From $1,170
September
From $1,020
October
From $1,170
November
From $968
December
From $1,302
January
From $1,302
February
From $1,170
March
From $1,170
April
From $1,020
May
June
From $1,020
July
From $1,120
August
From $1,170
September
From $1,020
October
From $1,170
November
From $968
December
From $1,302
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Verified TravellerI spent one of my most exciting and beautiful holidays with Viatu in Namibia. From unforgettable game drives, lodges with stunning locations, delicious food and an adventurous cycling trip through the desert, we got the full package.
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Verified TravellerFrom the first contact to trip preparation and implementation as well as support during the trip, Viatu always acted very professionally. Our wishes and the given financial framework were taken into account. The hotels, the food, the activities - everything was excellent and highly recommended.
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