I recently had a simply wonderful 10 day stay at Baytil Ajaib. I have visited several times before and keep coming back. Norbert and Malik treated me regally. My apartment was grand and comfortable. The high Swahili beds make for a deep, relaxing sleep and there are many soft day beds for reading and chatting. Many days, I didn't even leave the house. Baytil Ajaib is an calm retreat where I was surrounded by beautiful Swahili architecture and exotic decor. The true gem of Baytil Ajaib is the generosity and kindness of Malik and Norbert. I can't wait until my next visit!

My girlfriend and I spend a wonderful 3 nights in this beautifully restored home. Malik and Norbet have beautiful taste and suceeded to renovate this stunning 350 year old home into a work of art.

However, as beautiful as our surroundings were, the best part of our stay was the hospitality of Malik, Norbet and the boys. They could not have done more to make our stay more relaxing and enjoyable. Malik even walked us around town in order to point out historical sites, the better restaurants and reasonable shopping area's.

I would recommend this hotel for anyone looking for a relaxing vacation, intelligent conversation with great hosts and all within the safe confines of a magnificant location.

Firstly I would like to apologise to Malik and Nobert in being so remiss in not posting a review sooner. I stayed in Baytil Ajaib in April, returning to Lamu is always a wonderful experience however I could tell from the other reviews I had read regarding Baytil Ajaib that staying here would give me a different perspective and in this sense it delivered. To stay with Malik and Nobert is not like staying at a hotel or guest house; you are being welcomed into someones home (and life). The accommodation and food is fab but the essence of your stay is the amount of time they give up to ensure you are getting the most from Lamu. The experience they provide is second to none - Sanj & April

We really enjoyed our stay at Baytil and we couldn't recommend it more. Malik and Norbert were incredible hosts. Upon our arrival Malik took us on a guided tour of the city to show us the ins and outs and the best places see and to dine at. Everyone in town knows Mr. Malik. The home itself is gorgeous. They rebuilt it many years ago and really did an excellent job. We had a huge, comfortable, well appointed room. The breakfast they served was delicious. The omelettes and pancakes were delicious. The staff was extremely attentive as well. We really enjoyed sitting up on the rooftop. It has incredible views and is a lovely place to relax and take in the beautiful city.