White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge
Casuarina Road Marine Park, Malindi 80200 Kenya
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#10 of 81 B&Bs / Inns in Malindi
Location
4.8
Cleanliness
3.9
Service
3.9
Value
3.8
White Elephant Sea and Art Lodge is located in National Marine Park in Malindi, along the shore of Casuarina Beach. This lodge is one of nature and art and holds 19 rooms, and three apartments. Each room has air-conditioning,fan and fridge for minibar,free Wi-Fi around in the public area, however everything will be at your disposal in the outdoor areas. All rooms are adorned by the master Tanzini's creations and all items of furniture are made within the White Elephant creativity centre. There are two restaurants. One on stilts on the side of the forest and above the pool, the other on a deck facing the sea and with the possibility of tables on the beach barefoot. Jungle is our marriage with nature, our movement is camouflaged in the green areas of shade to breathe the love with other beings of nature.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Beach
Diving
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Airport transportation
Secured parking
Wifi
Outdoor pool
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Snack bar
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Snorkeling
Fishing
Shuttle bus service
Car hire
Business Center with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Spa
Foot massage
Full body massage
Hand massage
Head massage
Massage
Concierge
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Shared lounge / TV area
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Room features
Air conditioning
Private beach
Housekeeping
Room service
Safe
Bottled water
Kitchenette
Minibar
Iron
Refrigerator
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Room types
Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
Smoking rooms available
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HOTEL CLASS
HOTEL STYLE
Quaint
Charming
Languages Spoken
English, Italian, Swahili
Location
37Car recommended
Grade: 37 out of 100
42Restaurantswithin 5 miles
8Attractionswithin 5 miles
Contact
Casuarina Road Marine Park, Malindi 80200 Kenya
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What you see is not what you get. We booked one of the apartments, our goal was to stay for 1 year so first we agreed on 6 months. We arrived on a rainy season the hotel was closed at that time and nothing was operating. The pictures of the apartments or rooms you see online aren’t exactly what you’ll find. The apartments are so old inside and dirty, the floor is terrazzo and it looks very bad because it hasn’t been cleaned for years. All the Apartment's have issues cause they moved us to another one and it was the same! When it rains is the worst! We had water coming underneath the doors and the roof was leaking, the master bedroom had a leak that caused a lot of damage to our personal stuff. The toilet’s and showers had problems because the water pressure had been so high causing the leak and flooding and when fixed the water pressure was too low that we didn’t have enough water to shower. There’s snakes, millipedes, rats, lizards, ants and a-lot of mosquitoes coming in the apartment because the roof has holes everywhere, note that if you’re traveling for business the WiFi network is bad!. And When you try to explain or complain to the receptionist more than twice they become very upset and rude. When you go to the person claiming that she/he is the manager or the owner they sent you back to the reception. Make sure once you pay anything to have them give you a receipt or an invoice because later on when you want to leave they’ll say you never paid and so you have to provide any proof otherwise they’ll threaten you to get a lawyer and call the security on you. Be careful if you have small kids around the hotel entrance gate because one of the owners drives so carelessly and fast anytime he feels like it, that he had to warn us not to let our toddler walk inthe garden cause he might hit her with his vehicle. Also pay attention when you leave your personal items in-the apartment or rooms, we were robbed! Pay attention while on the pool too, do not leave your personal items unattended! The best thing about the hotel is Nature! The rest I wouldn’t recommend! Plus the people claiming they’re the owners likes to shout…
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Went to White Elephant for a late lunch and swimming, the rules are if you only swim you pay $5 but if you take meals you get to pay $3. So on this day we go have a meal but at the end we get an extra bill of $15 as opposed to $9 since we were three. The waiter acknowledged the mistake and referred us to the receptionist who couldn't even bulge nor listen instead she quickly punched the ETR machine. The management needs to work on the customer service and experience.
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Date of stay: April 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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The hotel is away from the bustle of Malindi, with a lovely stretch of beach (with powder-fine soft sand and warm sea water) on its doorstep. There are extensive sculptures and other art dotted around the place, with lots of butterflies and dragonflies making it feel magical. Leisure facilities include a shaped pool, plus a shallower pool for the kids, and landscaped tropical gardens. The staff were always super helpful and sorted out any issues promptly. The food served in the restaurant was consistently good and overall was the best of all the local Italian restaurants in the vicinity. The main reason to dock marks is for the limited breakfast. Top tip- try to get the more luxurious deluxe rooms, they are worth the extra over the standard rooms.
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Date of stay: April 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Great food at great prices, with great views and an art gallery. if that wasn't enough, service was quick and friendly. Faith was so nice and helpful. We stayed longer than we planned to because it's the type of welcoming that makes you give excuses why you should stay.
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Date of stay: March 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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The second you walk in you feel like you're in the most magical jungle! There is amazing art everywhere among the wild plants. Extremely peaceful! The owner and manager always try their best to keep you happy. Everyone is extremely kind. Definitely recommend visiting!
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Date of stay: February 2021
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Hardly any people. Looks tired and pretty worn out. Restaurant with poor quality and poor service. Rooms tired, a/c in poor condition. The art part is just too much and looks more like a junk yard. They need to step up.
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Date of stay: September 2019Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Stopped by here for a walkabout and a drink by the pools just off the beach.The property is quite a funky spectacle with numerous architectural styles. Ponds, sculpture and monkeys abound. Ongoing maintenance must be employing quite a few local fundis. Overall a wonderful and impressive experience. Art as expressed through sculpture and whimsy.
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Date of stay: September 2019
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We visited this resort for summer holiday. White elephant is an unique place in Malindi: the resort is quiet and cosy and the architecture is done by an artist: the apartments and houses are built with respect of the already existed nature and is surrounded by art of the owner Armando. We stayed one week in the 3-bedroom house (each bedroom has a bathroom) with living room, kitchen, art on the wall and two trees in the house. The two pools are fine, the restaurant provides a nice lunch and diner. The breakfast needs to be improved, this is too simple. The masai working at the resort will provide you a nice bed with towels at the beach. Manager Hussein was very friendly and helpful the whole week. Every day we asked him for suggestions to see and do. We visited Hell's Kitchen: really impressive. We went to Safina Beach: good, but not really special. We went snorkeling for one day and spotted extraordinary fishes. The last day was the bomb: we started with a jungle tour in the forest with guide Hassan. Hassan learnt himself speaking Dutch in one year! After that we visited the ruins of Gede, walked trough the mangroves forests and visited an small island with really Kenyan boats. Hussein arranged all days for us, from beginning to end: driving in the tuk tuk of Joho to restaurant Baby Marrow until enjoying Swahili breakfast in our own house. Two points of improvement: breakfast in the restaurant & the equipment in the kitchen of the 3-bedroom house is a bit poor.…
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Date of stay: August 2019
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Armando who has true love for art & antiques has well decorated the interior of this beautiful resort. However the food at the restaurant was disappointing. I ordered mozzarella sticks for starters enjoying a sundowner drink overlooking the ocean. Unbelievable I got a stale French toast sliced in half with a thin slice of mozzarella cooked by Chef Edward. Awfully tasting!
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Date of stay: October 2018Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from whiteelephantmalindi, RESERVATIONS at White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge
Responded May 16, 2019
Thank you very much for letting us know what we are doing well and what you were disappointing about. We have put forth a lot of effort on to improve our service in the restaurant we hope you can come back and see for yourself .
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Great passionate art imagery from Armando Tanzini ... Beautiful gardens add to the powerful art forms - sculptures and painting . I had the most excellent - Lamu crab soup . My compliments to the chef ! Beautiful beach and unforgettable experience !
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Date of stay: August 2018Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from whiteelephantmalindi, RESERVATIONS at White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge
Responded May 16, 2019
Thank you for appreciating us we look forward to your next visit.
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PRICE RANGE
$168 - $169 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
KenyaCoast ProvinceMalindi
NUMBER OF ROOMS
24
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Frequently Asked Questions about White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Falconry of Kenya (2.8 miles), Ndoro Sculpture Garden Malindi (0.5 miles), and Vasco da Gama Pillar (1.6 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a minibar, and air conditioning.
What food & drink options are available at White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Rosada Beach Restaurant, KB Karen Blixen, and Osteria.
Are there opportunities to exercise at White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge have an airport shuttle?
Yes, White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge have airport transportation?
Yes, White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are pets allowed at White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Does White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business center, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.