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Mbibo House in the Shela Dunes

Shela

Located in Shela, 500 metres from Manda Beach, Mbibo House in the Shela Dunes offers accommodation with free WiFi, a terrace or a balcony and access to a garden and an outdoor pool.

A
Andreas
From
Germany
Perfect quiet oasis to relax, to discover Shela village, to explore the beach with helpful and friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
US$350
1 night, 2 adults

Milimani Villa-Fully airconditioned Villa

Shela

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, mountain view and a terrace, Milimani Villa-Fully airconditioned Villa is set in Shela.

N
Nicola
From
United Kingdom
This house is palatial - It is vast with loads of lovely chill-out spaces, every room is spacious, all the bedrooms have massive en-suites, and everything is spotless and incredibly comfortable. It is a new brand build but it has been done in a tasteful traditional Swahili style (but with all mod cons). The pool was great - it has a shallow end where you can sit and cool off and a deep section where you can dive. It was extremely hot in Shela in Jan so I would say a pool was essential for a comfortable holiday at that time of year. There is a vast roof terrace where we star gazed and chatted at night. The kids had movie nights on the smart TV which meant we could relax and chat elsewhere. We were two families (4 adults and 4 kids) and we didn't even use one of the bedrooms as the place is so big. The staff were very helpful and kept the place tidy and clean at all times. We hired a chef during the visit at a very reasonable rate - we ate breakfast and dinner at home and ate out during the day - he cooked everything we requested very well and the meals were all delicious. He also did all our food shopping which was very helpful. I liked staying in the dunes behind Shela (you get to see a bit of real Shela life on the way) but it is worth knowing that the house is not right on the seafront. It takes about 10 mins to walk to the sea/cafes. However, the location is reflected in the price - it was extremely good value indeed considering it was such an amazing house.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$240
1 night, 2 adults

Amu House

Lamu (Near Shela)

Located within 200 metres of Lamu Fort and 200 metres of Lamu Museum in Lamu, Amu House provides accommodation with seating area.

m
monica
From
Australia
The location is great, you get to appreciate the old town
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

JamboHouse Lamu

Lamu (Near Shela)

JamboHouse Lamu is set in Lamu, 300 metres from Gallery Baraka, 500 metres from Lamu Museum, and 500 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

N
Nora
From
Hungary
Arnold is superhost, knowledgable, reliable and will make your holiday just perfect. I suggest takling breakfast there too, its nice and comfy to eat there. Lamu has a lot to offer and its amazing place for holiday, authentic and special. We loved our stay, locatipon is great too!!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

Jua House

Lamu (Near Shela)

Situated within 500 metres of Shela Beach and 200 metres of Mnarani House in Lamu, Jua House provides accommodation with seating area. The bed and breakfast features city views and a sun terrace.

r
rebecca
From
Ireland
I loved everything about this property. The hotel was beautiful and the staff were very kind and friendly. They even have a in house baker who serves delicious buns in the after noon. Breakfast was amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 277 reviews
Price from
US$135
1 night, 2 adults

Kijani Hotel

Lamu (Near Shela)

Featuring a swimming pool and tropical gardens, Kijani Hotel is situated on the coast of Lamu Island, along the Indian Ocean. The décor comes with natural handmade furniture, lanterns and ornaments.

E
Erica
From
Italy
Amazing stay. Wonderful style and attention on details, big room with terrace. nice swimming pool and excellent food at the restaurant. The staff is helpful and very professional. Best place in Shela.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
Price from
US$900
1 night, 2 adults

Shela Bliss

Lamu (Near Shela)

Featuring a shared lounge and views of garden, Shela Bliss is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Lamu, 400 metres from Manda Beach.

E
Enas
From
Lebanon
I loved my time at Shela Bliss. The owner was so kind, always available to help, organized fun activities every day, and made amazing breakfasts with fresh juices every morning. Felt like staying with a friend! I was really impressed by how clean and well-kept the place was. The rooms, bathrooms, and common areas were all fresh and tidy-it made the stay so comfortable. Abdullah clearly takes pride in the place, and it shows! Would happily stay again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
US$135
1 night, 2 adults

Sai Shanti House

Lamu (Near Shela)

Featuring garden views, Sai Shanti House provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 300 metres from Manda Beach.

R
Rocio
From
Netherlands
Everything. The place is awesome and the host super kind and helpful. And I couldn't believe how fresh the apartment was when outside it was overwhelmingly hot!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$32.40
1 night, 2 adults

Sai Shanti House

Lamu (Near Shela)

Featuring accommodation with a balcony, Sai Shanti House is set in Lamu. The apartment, housed in a building dating from 2002, is 200 metres from the Mnarani House.

T
Tony
From
Kenya
Excellent centrally located, nicely equipped apartment, wonderful host Chris. I’ll be back for sure
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults

Ras Kitao Holiday Villa

Lamu (Near Shela)

Boasting a balcony with sea views, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden, Ras Kitao Holiday Villa can be found in Lamu, close to Manda Beach and 600 metres from Mnarani House.

h
harith
From
Kenya
Our vacation was fantastic! The place had a warm and inviting atmosphere, and the accommodations were very comfortable. It truly felt like a home away from home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$85
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Shela Bliss

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge and views of garden, Shela Bliss is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Lamu, 400 metres from Manda Beach.

    From US$135 per night
  • Kijani Hotel

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews

    Featuring a swimming pool and tropical gardens, Kijani Hotel is situated on the coast of Lamu Island, along the Indian Ocean. The décor comes with natural handmade furniture, lanterns and ornaments.

  • Msafini Hotel

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews

    Located in Shela, 2 minutes' walk from Shela beach and a 10 minutes' boat ride from Lamu Town UNESCO Heritage Site, Msafini Hotel offers an outdoor pool and a restaurant.

    From US$81 per night
  • Jannataan Hotel

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

    Located in Lamu, Jannataan Hotel offers 2-star accommodation with an indoor pool and a garden.

    From US$57 per night
  • Jua House

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 277 reviews

    Situated within 500 metres of Shela Beach and 200 metres of Mnarani House in Lamu, Jua House provides accommodation with seating area. The bed and breakfast features city views and a sun terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 203 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Banana House and Wellness Centre is located in Shela village, Lamu 2.7 km from Gallery Baraka. The property is set 2.8 km from Lamu Fort.

    From US$171 per night
  • Shella White House

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews

    Situated just 10 metres from the Lamu beachfront, Shella white house features a restaurant and a rooftop veranda with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.

    From US$45 per night
  • Nyumba ya mwezi

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Featuring a spa bath, Nyumba ya mwezi is located in Lamu. With sea views, this accommodation provides a terrace. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Manda Beach is a few steps away.

    From US$250 per night

Save money on accommodation in Shela and nearby – budget options available

  • Banana Shamba Estate

    Lamu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Located in Lamu, near Manda Beach and Mnarani House, Banana Shamba Estate is a recently renovated property, featuring free WiFi, a garden and barbecue facilities.

  • Ras Kitao Holiday Villa

    Lamu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Boasting a balcony with sea views, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden, Ras Kitao Holiday Villa can be found in Lamu, close to Manda Beach and 600 metres from Mnarani House.

    From US$100 per night
  • Fatnaish Sea Front Apartment

    Lamu
    Budget options available

    Located in Lamu, 500 metres from Lamu Fort and 700 metres from Lamu Museum, Fatnaish Sea Front Apartment offers air conditioning. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a balcony.

    From US$80 per night
  • Beytul Habaib

    Lamu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

    Situated 200 metres from Gallery Baraka and 200 metres from Lamu Fort, Beytul Habaib features free WiFi and units fitted with a kitchen, balcony and seating area.

    From US$76.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

    Stopover Guest House and Restaurant is a 3-star property located in Lamu, facing the sea.

    From US$80 per night
  • Amu House

    Lamu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews

    Located within 200 metres of Lamu Fort and 200 metres of Lamu Museum in Lamu, Amu House provides accommodation with seating area.

    From US$50 per night
  • Fatnaish sea front

    Lamu
    Budget options available

    Set in Lamu, 300 metres from Lamu Fort and 400 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Fatnaish sea front offers air conditioning.

    From US$90 per night
  • Makubwa House

    Lamu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a terrace, Makubwa House is situated in Lamu.

    From US$70 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these accommodation in Shela and nearby

  • Set in Shela, Hidden Gem 5 Bed Villa in Shela with Pool and AC features accommodation 100 metres from Mnarani House. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Shela Beach is 500 metres away.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

    Facing the beachfront, Peponi Hotel Lamu - Kenya offers 4-star accommodation in Shela and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace. 400 metres from Shela Beach and a few steps from...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Featuring quiet street views, Nyota ya Amani, Shela Lamu offers accommodation with a balcony, around 100 metres from Mnarani House.

  • Dhow House

    Shela
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Set 600 metres from Shela Beach, Dhow House offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and free shuttle service for your convenience.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Offering a garden and garden view, Marquezy House - Shela, Lamu Island is situated in Shela, 1.1 km from Shela Beach and 700 metres from Mnarani House.

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  • Avg. price/night: US$115
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
    For a genuine and memorable Swahili experience in an iconic location, you must stay here. Barack and Tawfiq were the most generous of hosts, always available to assist with travel plans and share local knowledge.
    Guest review by
    Elizabeth
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews
    Accommodation in a quiet location, yet close to the port. Large rooms with good facilities (only the bathroom a bit outdated). There is a large terrace with views of the town and surrounding countryside. Friendly and helpful staff (Joseph) who arranged our transport from the airport, did our shopping and helped us with our suitcase. Shela is the perfect place to stay on Lamu!
    Guest review by
    Jakub
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$115
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
    The location is perfect with an awesome oceanic view from both the hotel room and restaurant. Our selfless host Tawfiq received us warmly and paid attention to finer details during our stay to ensure we had a memorable holiday.
    Guest review by
    Christopher
    Family with young children
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews
    The house and room were beautiful, great view, loads of cosy seating. Breakfest was excellent, Joseph and Pepe were simply lovely and made sure we got the most out our short stay.
    Guest review by
    Stefán Ingvar
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews
    Joseph, the factotum of the host, is a great plus bonus for the staying. In the heart of the town, you will see also a part of the lifestyle of the people
    Guest review by
    Giuseppe
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$115
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
    For our short stay it was really appreciated the small additional services Shela Bahari’s team provided: the pot with a tea just to bed :))) and late check out to fit our departure. Than you a lot! And a view from our private balcony was really amazing! Lamu town in 30-35 minutes of walk when beaches just in a minute
    Guest review by
    Anonymous
    People with friends
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews
    Spacious and beautifully decorated Swahili house. We got upgraded on our arrival and had the huge upstairs room with the biggest bed we’ve ever seen! The balcony and rooftop lounge area were great for relaxing with incredible views. Very clean rooms. Nice breakfast including traditional Swahili foods as an option. The manager Joseph was outstanding - he went out of his way to show us around, finding various places and helping us organise our day. Huge thanks to Joseph for making our stay so enjoyable!
    Guest review by
    Yasmin
    Family with young children
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews
    After 2 nights in Lamu we moved to Shela. It was a good decision and this is a lovely place to stay. The manager Joseph made sure our stay was fantastic from helping organising laundry to walking us to a restaurant to taking us to our moto transfer on our final morning to getting up early and providing a 6am breakfast. A very hard working and friendly gentleman. The property is beautiful, the room very good, breakfast excellent, and it has a lovely roof terrace. Thanks very much
    Guest review by
    justin
    Young couple