Hotel Baobab Beach Resort & Spa
Hotel Baobab Beach Resort & Spa Kod hotelu: MBABAOB Kenya
A real paradise on Earth! Guests are delighted with the unique beauty of the beach, tropical nature and fabulous views of the Indian Ocean. Here you can spend your dream African holiday in a luxurious and peaceful environment. Attention to the smallest detail, excellent cuisine and professional service have been appreciated by an international clientele. The hotel has been awarded many times with prestigious awards for the quality of services.
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5.5
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Kenya
Imagine the most beautiful places in the world. Original nature, animals grazing on a seemingly endless Savannah, tropical rain forests, towering, snow-capped mountain peaks. The sun burned deserts reaching the horizon, quiet mountain valleys, coral reefs, untouched white beaches with coconut palm trees, the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.
Description
LOCATION: by the beach, on a coral cliff, surrounded by a tropical garden, approx. 42 km from MOMBASA, approx. 4 km from a small shopping center Diani; approx. 45 km from the Moi airport in Mombasa (transfer by coach and ferry approx. 90 minutes).
BEACH: Diani Beach, public, wide, sandy - white sand, gently shelving beach, right next to the hotel, free umbrellas and sunbeds available on a small beach prepared by the hotel in the Maridadi part, connected with Diani Beach; in the Kole Kole part, descend to the beach by steps.
HOTEL: consists of 2 parts: Baobab and Kole Kole, built in 1974, extended with part of Maridadi in 2008, completely renovated in 2005, renovated in 2018, total of 323 rooms: main building: 87 rooms, 2 floors, Garden bungalows: 68 rooms, 1st floor, superior bungalows: 28 rooms with partial sea view, Maridadi Superior: 36 rooms in the newest part of the hotel with partial sea view or the cascading pool, Maridadi Deluxe: 8 rooms and 12 bungalows with partial view of the sea or the cascading swimming pool, Kole Kole: 84 rooms, 7 buildings, 2 floors; large, elegant hall, 24-hour reception, 3 main restaurants: Karibu - in the Baobab part, Jodari with an ocean view - in the Kole Kole part, buffet meals, international cuisine, show-cooking, highchairs for children available, vegetarian dishes, Maridadi - in the Maridadi part, overlooking the beach, buffet meals, oriental cuisine, light lunches, 2 à la carte restaurants: Marhaba in Baobaba and Tangezi in Koło Kole - for gourmets, seafood; bars: Tapa Tapa by the pool, Jambo, Porini in the amphitheater (open during performances, payable after 23.00), Swahili Lounge, Sultan Lounge, Suli Suli and Kipepeo - in the Kole Kole part; a small TV lounge, a small shopping center - 4 boutiques: gifts, clothing, bookstore and jewelry; conference room for 120 people, tropical garden, free wireless Internet; extra charges: Internet cafe (1 EUR / min), on-call doctor, babysitter, laundry; amenities and rooms for the disabled; contact adapters available on request; credit cards accepted: Visa, American Express, MasterCard; Customers can use all amenities and restaurants regardless of accommodation; we recommend that you take a copy of your passport page with your personal details, which will speed up your accommodation.
ROOM: standard: 2-person (1 extra bed available), approx. 31 m², individually controlled air-conditioning, bathroom (shower, wc; hairdryer), satellite TV, telephone, small fridge, safety deposit box, coffee / tea set; free cot for children up to 2 years old on order before arrival; balcony or terrace (table and chairs), garden-view; sea-view at a charge; superior: 2-person (1 extra bed for an adult or 2 extra beds for children available), approx. 63 m2, standard room furnishing, additionally: cosmetics set, bathrobes; balcony or terrace (table and chairs); superior room at an extra charge; deluxe: 2-person 70 m2, superior room furnishing; balcony or terrace (table and chairs); suite: 2 people (1 extra bed available), approx. 97 m², superior room furnishing, additionally: private jacuzzi; balcony or terrace (table and chairs); rooms: superior, deluxe and suite at an extra charge.
SPORT AND ENTERTAINMENT: 3 swimming pools, connected by cascades (part of Maridadi), fresh water, a total of approx. 850 m², depth 0.5-1.7 m, swimming pool (part of the Baobab), fresh water, approx. 350 m², depth 0.5-1.5 m, separate section for children, approx. 100 m², depth 0.2-0.5 m, infinity pool (part of Kole Kole), fresh water, approx. 300 m², depth up to 1.5 m, umbrellas, sunbeds and pool towels available by the pools free of charge; multi-purpose sports field: tennis court, basketball, football, table tennis, beach volleyball, darts, boules, water gymnastics, chess; playroom for children, rich animation program for adults and children, acrobatic performances, live music, Maasai dance shows, Porini amphitheater with an open-air disco; extra charges: gym (4 EUR / day or 16 EUR / week), windsurfing, boat trips with a glass bottom, fishing in the high seas, diving and snorkeling; well-equipped Afya Bora Wellness Club & amp; Spa: outdoor jacuzzi, steam room, Vichy showers, massages, beauty treatments; outside the hotel: 18-hole golf course with a trainer (approx. 8 km, transfer by hotel bus on request).
ALL INCLUSIVE: a very wide selection of international and local dishes, fresh seafood, cocktails and exotic fruits: breakfast (7.00-10.00), lunch (12.30-14.00), dinner (19.30-21.30) in the main restaurants Karibu, Jodari and Maridadi (formal attire required - gentlemen, long pants); snacks at Tapa Tapa, Kipepeo, Suli Suli and Maridadi bars (11.00-12.30, 18.00-19.30); afternoon tea at Tapa Tapa and Maridadi (16.00-17.00); local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks in Tapa Tapa, Marinami, Porini, Jambo, Suli Suli, Kipepeo (10.00-24.00).
CONTACT: 0025/725777025, www.baobab-beach-resort.com
- beach service
- Wi-Fi
The hours of serving meals and the functioning of individual elements of the hotel infrastructure may be subject to slight changes due to seasonality, weather conditions, guests' requests or force majeure, which the hotelier will not have the control of.
* Information on the official categorization of the hotel can be found in the description of the presented facilities ("Hotel" section) and it is consistent with the categorization used in a given country. Each country uses its own criteria for awarding a specific category. The hotel categorization presented on the website www.itaka.pl and in the travel documents is our subjective assessment of the hotel standard. Half of the star means the category is too high or too low compared to the official category.
Local excursions
Mombasa City Tour - half-day (approx. 5 hours) trip to Mombasa, the second largest city in Kenya. Here cultures intermingle: the Arabic, African, Indian and European. A stroll through the fruit and vegetable market and the corners of the Old Town. We will also see the impressive Fort Jesus, a fortress built in the 16th century by the Portuguese. Transfer to Moi Avenue to see the flagship of the city: huge elephant's tusks. A visit to the handicraft cooperative society Akamba, where you can see the sculptors at work and buy Kenyan crafts. Price – approx. 45 USD.
Swahili Blue - cruise to the island of Wasini – expedition to the southern coast of Kenya. The route runs amidst coconut forests and lazy villages. Traditional dhow type boats take you on a cruise on the Indian Ocean, with good visibility you will be able to see the coast of Tanzania. Stop for swimming and snorkeling. In the afternoon, arrive on the island of Wasini, where in an exotic restaurant there will be time for a real pirate feast of seafood. Time for a tour of the only village on the island of Wasini and a stroll through the "forest of coral sculptures" (additionally payable: approx. 200 KSH/person). Return to hotels for dinner. Price – approx. 150 USD (all inclusive).
Kinazini - a cruise on a traditional dhow boat. From the fishing village of Bodo a cruise to the island of Funzi, where you can admire the mangrove forests. On the island you will have the opportunity to see the everyday life of the village of Shirazi, which has been continuing in an unchanged rhythm for several hundreds of years. A visit to a school, in private homes and to the market. Then the boat will sail on the shallows surrounded by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, where there will be time for some swimming. The route then leads to the island of Kinazini, where a wonderful feast with seafood awaits. After dinner, a cruise on traditional canoes along the River Ramia, to discover the unique ecosystem of mangrove forests. It will also be an opportunity to watch crocodiles and many species of birds. Return to hotels in the afternoon. Price – approx. 145 USD (includes lunch and soft drinks).
Safari – there's a true hunter dormant in every one of us! Therefore, while in Kenya, you must go on a safari. The exciting expeditions will satisfy the most demanding adventure hunters. In the south of Kenya, at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, on a plain which was once the bottom of a lake, is Amboseli Park. The absolute rulers of this land are: the elephant, leopard, buffalo, lion, hyena, zebra, gazelle. Tsavo, the largest national park of Kenya, is divided into two areas: Tsavo West and Tsavo East. It is here where the red elephants live. Here you can experience a truly unforgettable adventure, watching the giraffes, zebras, lions, buffalo, baboons and antelopes. Unimaginable views await also in the Masai Mara Park, where the great migration of animals takes place. Here live several species of antelope and giraffes, buffalo, cheetahs, hippos, hyenas, jackals, gazelles, zebras, ostriches, gnu and crocodiles! Adrenaline is raised when spying on hunting lions. Kenya is also quite a treat for birdwatchers. In the heart of Masai Mara Park live more than 400 species of birds! After the exciting expeditions, we offer accommodation in comfortable lodges located in the infinite expanses of the wild bush. Their standard will surely satisfy the tastes of discerning guests. At night you can hear the sounds of animals that reach here from the distance. Tsavo East: 1-day safari - early breakfast and drive in a minibus with a raised roof to the eastern part of Tsavo National Park. After entering the park - the safari. Around noon, lunch at Voi Safari Lodge and another safari. Tsavo East National Park is the mainstay of the red elephants, whose name is derived from the red earth, which they often cover themselves in. Return to the hotel on the coast to spend the night. Price - approx. 270 USD (includes entry fees to the parks).
Tsavo East and Taita Hills: 2-day safari - early breakfast and drive in a minibus with a raised roof to the eastern part of Tsavo National Park. After entering the park - the safari. Around noon, lunch at Voi Safari Lodge. Drive to Taita Hills Reserve. Dinner and overnight stay at Saltlick Lodge. Early in the morning before breakfast, depart on a safari in the reserve. Breakfast and another safari. Lunch at Taita Hils Lodge. In the afternoon, camera hunting for animals. Dinner and overnight stay at Saltlick Lodge. Early in the morning depart on a safari in the reserve. Breakfast and another safari. Lunch in Taita Hills Lodge. In the afternoon, depart to the coast of Mombasa. Price - approx. 480 USD (includes entry fees to the parks).
Maasai Mara: 2-day plane safari – depart from Blue Sky Aviation to the reservoir Masai Mara. Transfer to Campu/Lodge, lunch, afternoon safari in the national park. Dinner and overnight stay. Early morning trip to bloodless hunting, return for breakfast and another safari. After lunch, transfer to the airport, flight to Mombasa coast. Price – from 950 USD (depending on the standard of the lodge; includes entry fees to the parks).
Local excursions are organized by local travel agencies under the conditions fixed by them. It's possible to disorganize trips due to low number of applicants.