Manda Bay Lodge

Wow. Manda Bay Hotel was nothing short of magical. From the moment we arrived, the warmth and friendliness of Kevin, Moisi, Nicky, the bar staff and waiters made us feel completely at home. We loved chatting with them, especially Ben who made us incredible drinks everyday! The atmosphere is beautifully relaxed, yet there is so much to do. We went snorkelling, paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing, running and wake boarding, enjoyed unforgettable sunset drives, and even had the joy of feeding bush babies every night 😍 The food was exceptional. The buffet lunches were outstanding, I’d say the best lunches I’ve ever had in all my travels! and the beach dinners were simply stunning, serving a catch of the day! Life at Manda Bay feels effortless, a place where you can truly switch off and soak in the beauty around you. An unforgettable experience in every way. Thank you to the entire team for making our honeymoon so special, we’ll never forget this trip! And we’ll sure be back!

This resort is stunning. We took a slow Dhow from Shela across which was a beautiful arrival. The property is beautifully positioned on a beach with azure ocean. No shoes, no news is the vibe here. Our palm room was amazing. We slept with the doors wide open to appreciate the wonderful breeze and ocean at night. Clare, the manager, was amazing as was her team and food totally delicious. I would love up come back here in a heart beat.

This is a magical place. We loved it! Great service, awesome staff, excellent food, lovely rooms and phenomenal views. ||At Manda Bay, you’re really encouraged to make yourself at home. Staff immediately know your name, your drink order, your breakfast preferences.||We were treated to sundowners with hotel management and it was such an awesome treat, hearing about the resort’s origins and seeing ancient ruins on the island. ||The island feels super safe. By day you can swing gently on the day beds watching the tide come in an out. Or you can snorkel along beautiful reef, take the kayaks in the creek and marvel at the turtles, monkeys and birds. We loved being to walk as far as the eye could see, along pristine coast, where we had the vast beaches all to ourselves. ||Can’t wait to return- thanks so much to the whole team!

A great place to stay after a few days on safari. Really relaxing from the moment you step on the island thanks to Mwezi who ensures your stay is perfect. Beautiful rooms, super clean and extremely comfortable. We were beach front, which was perfect. Good food, great bar. Highly recommend for a place to completely switch off and unwind.

We truly felt like we had found paradise at Manda Bay Lodge. The location is exceptional and the perfect place to relax after two weeks of safari. Our room was spacious, extremely comfortable, and offered an unbeatable view of the sea. The food was absolutely delicious, fresh, and varied, and the service could not have been better. Dinners under the stars were unforgettable. Our only regret was staying only two nights — it simply wasn’t long enough. The lodge is also very convenient, located less than a 20-minute boat ride from Lamu Airport. We want to sincerely thank the entire team for their wonderful service and attention to detail, which made our stay so memorable. Manda Bay is a place we would return to in a heartbeat.

Manda Bay was definitely the "vacation" portion of our Africa adventures. I cannot imagine a more beautiful and relaxed spot on the coast. We had an oceanfront villa and I am so glad because the views were breathtaking. There was absolutely no rush to or for anything, and I don't know that I have felt so relaxed in a very long time. Mwezi and Nicki were excellent hosts. Mwezi even worked to arrange accommodations when we returned to Nairobi so that we wouldn't have to spend hours sitting in the airport for hours! Our three teenagers loved the relaxed atmosphere, the games beside the pool, and the kayaks/paddleboards.

Fabulous location ,beautiful room overlooking the sea large bathroom with outdoor shower very clean .Tea coffee served every morning outside your room.Food excellent dining under the stars in the evening.Staff knew your names a very personal service .Plenty of activities if you want to do some .We paddle boarded and kayaking before breakfast , day trip to Lamu and Shela with an excellent guide called Abdul .A 5 star hotel to rest and relax ,excellent front of house Moaise who really looked after any requests .We finished the trip with a Dhow sunset cruise which was superb . The shop in the hotel was also very good .Would definitely return

Heaven must have been designed after the Manda Bay Hotel! The beauty of the place is astounding! From the James Bond-worthy boat trip from Manda Airport to the steps of the hotel, we were transported to another time, another place. Trump-related stresses melted away. With every day, I felt like I was discovering beauty after beauty at every turn. The beachfront rooms where we stayed are perched just feet from the Indian Ocean which laps against the breakfront to ensure sweet dreams. Our three generation family group swam, ate, fed bush babies, and lazed on the inviting swings, all made possible by an extraordinary staff. I will dream about Manda Bay for years to come!