Kenya Camps & Lodges
Manda Bay, Lamu Archipelago, Kenya
A Boutique Lodge or Hotel in Kenya
Camp Details
Manda Bay is a 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. Manda Bay is perfect for honeymooners, families and groups looking to enjoy time together.
Manda Bay combines a bush and beach experience. Whilst miles of soft yellow sand and coconut palms surround the lodge itself, the bush behind the lodge is dry country scattered with doum palms, Acacia Tortilis and savannah-like scrub. It is a jewel in the Kenyan coastline and sits on stunning beaches and clear waters.
The bedrooms are cottages constructed with local materials in the traditional coastal style, with palm thatch roofs and woven matting covering the floor. There are sixteen rooms facing the ocean. The bathrooms have twin basins, flushing toilets and hot showers. Of these, seven rooms have king-size double beds and nine rooms that can be made into double or twin beds. There are six garden rooms, which have twin beds and single wash hand basin, toilet and shower en-suite.
WHY CHOOSE MANDA BAY?
- Renowned for its excellent food, Manda Bay creates delicious gourmet cuisine, using the freshest ingredients possible including a large variety of hand-selected seafood.
- Manda Bay is committed to making a sustainable difference to the people in surrounding communities; to protecting the environment, marine life and wildlife.
- Miles of tropical beach accessible at low tide, completely empty and not populated by anyone other than a few local fishermen.
Questions about Manda Bay
Is Manda Bay a beach stay or something more mixed?
Both, really. The lodge sits on the tip of an island in the Lamu archipelago with soft yellow sand and coconut palms in front, while the land behind is dry bush of doum palms, acacia tortilis and savannah-like scrub. At low tide there are miles of empty beach used by little more than a few local fishermen.
What are the rooms like and how many are there?
Sixteen palm-thatched cottages face the ocean, built from local materials in traditional coastal style with woven matting floors. Seven have king-size doubles and nine can be made up as double or twin. Six garden rooms have twin beds. All are en suite with hot showers and flushing toilets; the ocean-facing bathrooms have twin basins.
Does Manda Bay work for a group travelling together?
It does. The lodge is small and boutique in feel, with open living spaces that suit honeymooners, families and groups who want time together rather than separate corners. The kitchen is a real draw, with hand-selected seafood and produce chosen daily. Tell us your group size and we will advise on the best room mix.
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Manda Bay Rates, Activities & Amenities
Rates
| Year | Season | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 January 2025 – 5 January 2026 | GARDEN ROOMS | US $ 300 |
| 2026 | 5 January 2026 – 6 January 2027 | GARDEN ROOMS | US $ 300 |
Rates are Per Person Per Night unless otherwise specified.
Inclusions
Manda Bay rates include:
• Accommodation
• All meals during your stay
• Desalinated drinking water
• Airstrip transfers from Lamu Airport
• Use of the swimming pool
• Use of Games Room activities
• Use of yoga room
• Kayaking, Sailing, Windsurfing, SUP boarding
• Laundry and WiFi
Questions about Manda Bay
Is Manda Bay a beach stay or something more mixed?
Both, really. The lodge sits on the tip of an island in the Lamu archipelago with soft yellow sand and coconut palms in front, while the land behind is dry bush of doum palms, acacia tortilis and savannah-like scrub. At low tide there are miles of empty beach used by little more than a few local fishermen.
What are the rooms like and how many are there?
Sixteen palm-thatched cottages face the ocean, built from local materials in traditional coastal style with woven matting floors. Seven have king-size doubles and nine can be made up as double or twin. Six garden rooms have twin beds. All are en suite with hot showers and flushing toilets; the ocean-facing bathrooms have twin basins.
Does Manda Bay work for a group travelling together?
It does. The lodge is small and boutique in feel, with open living spaces that suit honeymooners, families and groups who want time together rather than separate corners. The kitchen is a real draw, with hand-selected seafood and produce chosen daily. Tell us your group size and we will advise on the best room mix.
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Child Policy
Children under 5 years are free of charge. Children’s rates apply from 5-12 years old.
Questions about Manda Bay
Is Manda Bay a beach stay or something more mixed?
Both, really. The lodge sits on the tip of an island in the Lamu archipelago with soft yellow sand and coconut palms in front, while the land behind is dry bush of doum palms, acacia tortilis and savannah-like scrub. At low tide there are miles of empty beach used by little more than a few local fishermen.
What are the rooms like and how many are there?
Sixteen palm-thatched cottages face the ocean, built from local materials in traditional coastal style with woven matting floors. Seven have king-size doubles and nine can be made up as double or twin. Six garden rooms have twin beds. All are en suite with hot showers and flushing toilets; the ocean-facing bathrooms have twin basins.
Does Manda Bay work for a group travelling together?
It does. The lodge is small and boutique in feel, with open living spaces that suit honeymooners, families and groups who want time together rather than separate corners. The kitchen is a real draw, with hand-selected seafood and produce chosen daily. Tell us your group size and we will advise on the best room mix.
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