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White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge

Property class: 3.5

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A resort pool with wooden deck areas, lounge chairs, and palm trees.
An outdoor dining area with round tables and chairs, surrounded by trees and overlooking a beach.
A rustic interior with a stone floor, a bar area, and a seating arrangement.
A beach with palm trees, a pool, and lounge chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, a white sofa, a wooden chair, a table with a fruit bowl, and a wine glass.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Casuarina Rd, Malindi, Kilifi, 802000
  • Place, Marine Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Portuguese Chapel
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Vasco da Gama Pillar
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Malindi (MYD)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted clock, and a decorative wall hanging.

Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bed with a green headboard, two bedside lamps, and a wall painting above the bed.

Triple Room, Private Bathroom

  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a white sofa, a wooden chair, a table with a fruit bowl, and a wine glass.

Superior Suite, Private Bathroom

  • Garden view
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A room with a white sofa, a wooden table, a wall-mounted sculpture, and a door.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A room with a white sofa, a wooden table, a wall-mounted sculpture, and a door.

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 120 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Large Single Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Junior Suite, Private Bathroom

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and artwork on the walls.

Junior Suite, Private Bathroom

  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bed with white linens and rose petals arranged in a heart shape, a ceiling fan, and a wooden headboard.

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Accessible

  • Garden view
  • 140 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Malindi

At White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Marine Park and 3 km (1.8 mi) from Silversands Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, White Elephant, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site kids' swimming pool. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In proximity to this 3.5-property class Malindi hotel you'll find Watamu Beach.

What's nearby

  • Marine Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Portuguese Chapel - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Vasco da Gama Pillar - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Malindi Beach - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Silversands Beach - 9 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Olimpia Club Malindi - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mariposa Resicence - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Seafront Swahili Dishes - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lo Sfizio - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Saffron Garden Malindi - ‬8 min drive

About this property

White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge

White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge also features a library, concierge services, and room service (during limited hours). An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Malindi hotel.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with free toiletries and fans. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. 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

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • White Elephant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room cot
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 6 AM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 10 for adults and from USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 90 per vehicle (one-way)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
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
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 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

White Elephant Sea Art Lodge Malindi
White Elephant Sea Art Lodge
White Elephant Sea Art Malindi
White Elephant Sea Art
White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge Malindi
White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge Hotel
White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge Malindi
White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge Hotel Malindi

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge?

White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge?

Yep, White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge?

Yep, White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge is a short 19-minute walk from Marine Park. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, windsurfing and fishing.

Does White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge have a pool?

White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool.

Is White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge is a hit with families.

Does White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge?

Check-in begins at 6 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 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

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

This is a fantastic art hotel, not to be missed!

My family recently stayed in this fantastic art hotel/resort in Malindi. At first, we were a little hesitant when the hotel almost seemed abandoned but then it just got better and better. This is a fantastic art hotel, a true gem, which you should not miss when staying in Malindi. We stayed in a very spacious triple room, with own nice bathroom and air-conditioning. The room was very beautiful by its interior and its nice traditional African furniture (made on the premises). The hotel has two nice pools, located just at the beach and in addition the hotel has its own beach strip, towels are provided for free and the staff is constantly available to serve you drinks/food. The breakfast is served with great views over the pool and the beach. There is a constant breeze from the sea so you can always sit outside and eat even if the sun is out. The place is spectacular. The whole hotel is a open-air museum which shows art by the Owner Armando Tanzini, who is a famous Italian artist. There are huge elephant and horse sculptures everywhere. The level of detail is simply astonishing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great atmosphere, very helpful staff, good value

We stayed at the White Elephant for 5 nights in between Christmas and New Years Eve, and from the very first moments at the hotel we were blown away by the atmosphere. The amount of art everywhere, in all common areas and in the rooms made the green jungle-like atmosphere come to life. The rooms are spacious, with nice finishings. We felt very safe while there - there is always 3 Masai men roaming around the hotel, not to mention other guards. The beach is great, the pool is inviting. In my mind one of the best things about the hotel is the staff - from the beginning we felt welcome, and had a good contact with the staff, but it all become more concrete when we had a unfortunate incident while at the hotel. I will not dwell on the details of said incident, but will say that the help and care offered by the whole staff (not just management), who went above and beyond what we expected from your 'average' hotel, blew us away. I am appreciatory and grateful for their help! However, there are a few areas on which they could work on - so as to make this a balanced review. The Wifi can be improved (did not always work in common areas and rather spotty in the rooms - important for people who have to work while on holiday), the breakfast and dishes at the restaurant could use more vegetables (although it is a good very breakfast - but many Europeans prefer more veggies and salad options). Apart from that - it's a splendid hotel, and I will gladly recommend it to others!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018