The Charming Lonno Lodge Watamu

We spent 4 post-safari nights at The Charming Lonno Lodge in February 2020. What a perfect place to relax... read moreWe spent 4 post-safari nights at The Charming Lonno Lodge in February 2020. What a perfect place to relax and enjoy the super rooms, wonderful pool and generous Italian cuisine provided by Aldo and Silvia. Aldo designed the whole site and created a peaceful haven including the garden with its many paths to swinging day beds under thatched roofs. The main building is a delightful thatched cathedral housing the small bar and restaurant and more sofas in which to pass the day. Beach walks to the nearby town and islands at low tide are a must. The staff and very friendly and proud of both the Lodge and their country. We shall return! read less

A delightful haven. e spent 4 post-safari nights at The Charming Lonno Lodge in February 2020. What a perfect place to relax... read moree spent 4 post-safari nights at The Charming Lonno Lodge in February 2020. What a perfect place to relax and enjoy the super rooms, wonderful pool and generous Italian cuisine provided by Aldo and Silvia. Aldo designed the whole site and created a peaceful haven including the garden with its many paths to swinging day beds under thatched roofs. The main building is a delightful thatched cathedral housing the small bar and restaurant and more sofas in which to pass the day. Beach walks to the nearby town and islands at low tide are a must. The staff and very friendly and proud of both the Lodge and their country. We shall return! More read less

The best place to relax and un- wined from 3 weeks on Safari The Owners, Silva and Aldo, are by far, two of the most gracious hosts i have meet on the 9... read moreThe Owners, Silva and Aldo, are by far, two of the most gracious hosts i have meet on the 9 years of my "Bucket List" travels. They taught their chief how to cook incredible food, taste 3 course meals, good wine list, full bar. The total staff, and i mean every person on the property, always had a smile, they are gracious, helpful and always there if you need them, and not like a lot of places that push their services on you just when you want relax.
The property has a great pool, excise to a beach at low tide, that offers you hours of walking. Lastly,The Lonno Loge is just far away from the town for total quietness, but close enough to town if you need to explore or shop.
I will return , next time with my family. Thanks again Silvia and Aldo read less

Fifth Return Visit ??? You only live once and so you need to choose what in life is your priority?
We know that a return... read moreYou only live once and so you need to choose what in life is your priority?
We know that a return to Lonno Lodge is a must; Silvia, Aldo, and ALL the staff are customer focused to the highest level and attention to detail
The passion and detail Aldo has put into the lodge is unparalleled and a total complement to the surrounding area and Swahili architecture
Again we were lucky enough to have the top tower room and the aura and and atmosphere you benefit from is breathtaking
So need we say more other than Thank you ‘The Charming Lonno Lodge for our time again with you and even more friends to know around our small Big World read less

Charming indeed!! Though I could only stay for 24hrs, I loved every minute at this very special and intimate lodge on the... read moreThough I could only stay for 24hrs, I loved every minute at this very special and intimate lodge on the gorgeous Kenyan coast. Everything is perfect about Lonno Lodge - from the meals, to the beautiful ocean views, to the exquisitely decorated rooms and common areas, to the relaxed and casual feel, to the lovely owners and staff. It is the ultimate safari lodge escape on the Indian Ocean. I will go back again with my family! Also not to be missed in Watamu is the opportunity to support turtle conservation by learning about the important work of Local Ocean Conservation. This is a dream vacation for me -- staying in a beautiful place while learning about local conservation issues and the amazing people fighting to protect marine animals and their ecosystem. read less

A hidden gem on the Kenyan coast My wife & I stayed at the Lonno Lodge based on a friends recommendation & it did not disappoint.

The... read moreMy wife & I stayed at the Lonno Lodge based on a friends recommendation & it did not disappoint.

The Italian owners, Sylvia & Aldo can’t do enough for you. The food was excellent, the view amazing and the pool refreshing. They also make a great revitalising G&T.

The rooms are fantastic & everything you need is provided. Whether you’re in the tower or the rooms below, a nice view of the sea & greenery is there for all.

At low tide you can walk to some nearby islands or explore the coral next to the hotel and see hundreds of crabs and fish - we even saw small sea snakes and an eel.

We will definitely be back. More read less

Love Lonno Lodge! I had a great time at Lonno Lodge for a quick weekend getaway. Lonno is located on the outskirts of... read moreI had a great time at Lonno Lodge for a quick weekend getaway. Lonno is located on the outskirts of Watamu making it ideal for a quiet, relaxing stay. The service is friendly, professional, and genuine. The grounds and hotel itself are clean and beautiful. The authentic Italian cuisine inspired by the coastal surroundings is fresh and every meal is delicious. Plus, the bartender makes great cocktails.

Aldo and Silvia are hands on and kind to assist wherever necessary. It was a pleasure to meet and get to know them.

Highly recommend doing the 2 hour walk at low tide to Watamu town via the water/reef. Get to see some fish, birds and marine life.

Would highly recommend staying here for a luxurious and comfortable stay. Only wish I could’ve stayed longer! read less

The hosts were amazing, the views breathtaking & the hotel spectacular..

Wonderful stay We are just back from 1 week at this wonderful small hotel. No crowds,no animation ,lovely people and extraordinary meals!!... read moreWe are just back from 1 week at this wonderful small hotel. No crowds,no animation ,lovely people and extraordinary meals!! I had relaxing massage every day and enjoyed very much.
Big thank you to the whole team! More read less