Likely The Best Hotel in Watamu

Paradise Lonno lodge is a beautiful boutique hotel. Silvia and Aldo are very helpful and always made sure that our stay... read moreLonno lodge is a beautiful boutique hotel. Silvia and Aldo are very helpful and always made sure that our stay was comfortable. The warm hospitality, delicious food and serene design of the property would definitely make this our home in Watamu each time we visit. read less

Paradise! Still my favourite place to stay on the Kenyan coast. I came for my third time recently and it was... read moreStill my favourite place to stay on the Kenyan coast. I came for my third time recently and it was total bliss. My 72 year old father said it is ‘a perfect background for Dante’s Paradise’ . Sylvia and Aldo are perfect hosts and the food is sublime. Can’t wait to be back. read less

Lonno Lodge Lonno lodge is a breathtaking property. Silvia's attention to everything is what helps run this property!! Alan and Janet were... read moreLonno lodge is a breathtaking property. Silvia's attention to everything is what helps run this property!! Alan and Janet were the best servers and really went above and beyond to make sure our stay was magical. The rooms are designed with alot of thought and the views are phenomenol. We had a great stay and were pleasantly surprised with the lodge considering not many people have heard of it. I would recommend the lodge 100%. Silvia works with you to ensure you have a great stay. The food is geared more towards fine dining with a 3-5 course meal option. My only feedback would be to maybe have a few lighter options a la carte such as sandwiches etc for your guests to pick from. The property has no immediate beach but you can explore on the beach during low tide. Watamu has alot of beautiful beaches that you can explore. That's what we did and we had a great stay! read less

Home away from home in beautiful Watamu What do I say about Lonno? It totally lived up to every expectation we had of a beautiful and unique... read moreWhat do I say about Lonno? It totally lived up to every expectation we had of a beautiful and unique boutique lodge (or I should call it a home). When you go to Lonno, you are not just going to any hotel - you are actually being invited into Aldo and Sylvia’s home which has been built with so much love and attention to detail and with a great regard to the environment. The rooms and suites are all exquisite, the pool area fabulous and the food and service divine.

It definitely is Charming. Sylvia and Aldo are the most amazing hosts and nothing is too much trouble. On the Lonno website, one of the activities listed is to “Do Nothing” and we will definitely be returning to experience that and just enjoy this stunning place which feels like a home away from home.

Sylvia and Aldo - thank you so much for inviting us into your home and letting us be part of Lonno for the time we were there and we look forward to visiting again and also having our guests experience this beautiful gem. read less

Magical Home Away From Home Lonno Lodge is truly something special. It is beautiful, with the utmost attention to detail. From the stunning architecture to... read moreLonno Lodge is truly something special. It is beautiful, with the utmost attention to detail. From the stunning architecture to the delicious daily menus to the incredible staff, you can't go wrong staying at Lonno Lodge.

It really feels like a home away from home. And Syliva and Aldo go above and beyond to make sure you feel like just another member of the family at and home. I even lost a small earring the day I was departing, and Slyvia and the team found it and shipped it to me, if that doesn't speak volumes to what incredible people own and work at Lonno, I don't know what does.

I can't say enough great things about Lonno Lodge. I can't wait to bring the rest of my family back 🙂 More read less

The best hotel in Kenya! We've discovered a paradise:) Watamu was truly stunning, and I hope we can revisit it someday, to take a relaxing break from our normal... read moreWatamu was truly stunning, and I hope we can revisit it someday, to take a relaxing break from our normal hectic life and relax at the Charming Lonno Lodge!

Sylvia and Aldo are, by far, two of the most professional hosts I have met during any of my luxury trips (I have stayed in more than 200 hotels as a travel journalist). Their attention to detail is just incredible. They have thought of every detail to ensure your stay with them is beyond your expectations and truly unforgettable. From the food to accommodation, everything is immaculate and beautifully presented.

Aldo and Sylvia are really ‘hands on’ and try to assist wherever necessary. Also, the couple implemented a digital concierge which enabled us to get very fast and personal support.
The location of the hotel is fantastic. It has direct access to a beach at low tide that offers you hours of walking. At low tide the Indian Ocean retreats to the islands and you can walk along miles of sandbanks discovering starfish, hermit crabs and occasionally spotting reef sharks in the shallows. On the second day we joined Aldo on a two-hour walk at low tide and it was unforgettable! More read less