The 10 best cheap hotels in Shela, Kenya

The best cheap hotels in Shela

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Mbibo House in the Shela Dunes

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.

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

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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.

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

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Furaha House

Shela

Offering sea views, Furaha House is an accommodation located in Shela, 200 metres from Shela Beach and 400 metres from Mnarani House. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony.

Danielle

From

Denmark

Great place. Lovely and welcoming host!! Sea view from the balcony and roof top. Just amazing!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3

Very good - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Price from

US$70

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

Viviane

From

France

Beautiful traditional guest house with all essential amenities, kept very clean and with wonderfully accommodating staff and owner, ready to go the extra mile to ensure we were comfortable. My family and I had a wonderful stay. The family room is fantastic, with a lovely indoor terrace to accommodate active children.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews

Price from

US$50

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

Natascha

From

Germany

Best place in town. We had such a great time. Arnold is so helpful and you can ask him everything. He has the best tips , what to do. The breakfast is really good and Fred is such a lovely person. Its in the middle of the town you can reach everything by walking. Should we come again to Kenya we would stay there again. Thanks for everything

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews

Price from

US$25

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

Alan

From

Malta

We can't fault Jua House. The place is stunning, the decor feels like its out of an interiors magazine. The staff is top-notch and Thomas is a rock star who I loved talking to. Breakfast is exceptional with freshly baked produce daily.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 278 reviews

Price from

US$135

1 night, 2 adults

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Banana House and Wellness Centre

Lamu (Near Shela)

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.

Catherine

From

United Kingdom

This is a wonderful place to stay! It's a little haven from the busy lanes of Shela and Lamu Town .... so peaceful and calming. Its pretty garden, pool and relaxing ambience make it a stunning choice to totally unwind. Yoga and a massage spa are available. The staff are friendly and personable and the food is excellent. One evening we had a choice of a swahili meal cooked by local women ....incredible !! We loved our stay and were sad to leave.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews

Price from

US$165

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

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, 17 reviews

Price from

US$135

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

Isabella

From

Italy

Chris is an amazing host. The house is lovely, perfectly located and very reasonably priced. I was solo travelling and felt very safe at Sai Shanti!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Price from

US$32.40

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

HAILYU

From

China

unbelievable beautiful designed apartment in the maza of shela, but still easy to find. the host and housekeeper are all very kind and being responsible, always check what we need.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Price from

US$45

1 night, 2 adults

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All cheap hotels in Shela

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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