We first went to Manda in August 2010, loved it and wanted to come back at Christmas to repeat the experience and enjoy the season's clearer water. Needless to say, we had our concerns following the kidnappings in September/October, but were reassured by the security measures that the Dyers and Roberts had put in place. So we decided not to... More

Our family spent two weeks in December as part of a large group of friends at Manda Bay Lodge. We are all seasonal visitors to this magnificent area but had never before stayed at Manda. We already love the area and its people; we had visited Manda Bay before and knew its perfect setting; and in past visits we had... More

Four families (24 people) have just returned from spending the holiday of a lifetime at Manda Bay, on Manda Island near Lamu on the North Kenyan coast. We arrived on the 4th and departed on the 18th December 2011. Two weeks was just not enough time to fully enjoy all that there is on offer at Manda Bay. The security... More

This looks on the face of it as paradise but although the location is perfect, the rooms beautiful, the food really, really exceptional, something was just missing for us in the atmostphere. I cannot fault the staff who were all helpful and as stated so maybe it was the guests at our particular time of visit but for us, there... More

A wonderful place made special by the care and attention of owners and staff. For example taking us out on the dhow for sundowners or lunch felt more like a personal invitation to join Andy on his gorgeous boat than an organised or included activity. There is lots or little to do, sun or shade, pool or beach. Staff are... More

We have just returned from the best family holiday we have ever had. I can't recommend Manda Bay highly enough. The accomodation was superb - rustic lodges on the outside and luxury within. Every single member of staff was unfailingly polite and helpful - and always smiling! The two things that really stood out were the food (consistently delicious throughout... More

We stayed at Manda Bay for 4 nights, on our honeymoon in January 2011. As with other rave reviewers - 5 stars is not enough. Manda Bay is simply the best beach resort we could imagine. All we talk about is going back. We are foreigners who live and work in Kenya, so we have been to many beach and... More

My husband and I found Manda Bay by accident, decided to stay for three days and spent nine. Five stars is just not enough of a rating to give this amazing retreat and its staff. Our banda had amazing privacy and views. Everything was perfect, clean, and so so comfortable. It was your own little bungalow in paradise and just... More

Landing at Lamu airport, you quickly wonder what you have gotten yourself into. However, you are quickly collected, loaded on a speedboat and soon on your way to an idyllic setting. The majority of the huts sit right on the seawall and you spend the majority of the time on the veranda enjoying the remarkable view. The hotel offers lots... More