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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
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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.

V
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, 110 reviews
Price from
US$50
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.

F
FabianS...
From
Switzerland
Jua House is extremely beautiful, furnished with a lot of love, every corner thoughtfully decorated with respect for the local culture. The rooms are beautiful, too, ane the bathrooms and showers are great. The place is really more beautiful than on the pictures. There's a beautiful terrace, where breakfast is usually served, and then another roof top terrace on top – ideal for yoga or sunbathing. The breakfast was amazing! Jua House is known as a bakery, too. There were freshly baked bread, fresh fruit, swahili specialties, omelets, juice and much more every morning. Even the coffee was good, sourced and roasted by a small local company/café/school project. Additionally, there was tea time every afternoon with more house-baked pastries. We wish they would offer lunch and dinner too – we would've probably just stayed at the house all day:) There was filtered drinking water available all day. Amani was super helpful and so nice. We stayed for three nights but we wish we would've stayed for a week or more. They had us picked up at the airport/airstrip by boat and organized transport at reasonable prices whenever we needed it. Shela town is tiny, there are no cars or even tuk-tuks, only a handful of motorcycles coming from Lamu town – other than that it's just small boats, lots of donkeys and an occasional camel for transportation.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 280 reviews
Price from
US$135
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.

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
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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.

I
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.

J
Jahid
From
United Kingdom
Chris is a wonderful human being and goes above and beyond to make the stay in Shela a pleasant one. He was always clear with communication and looked after us with care. The properly is one of the highlights of our visit to Shela and Lamu. Shanti means peace, which the property definitely provides. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults
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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 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$85
1 night, 2 adults
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Banana Shamba Estate

Lamu (Near Shela)

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$30
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.

B
Barbara
From
Italy
magic place, nice vibe perfectly located with super taste for decoration and details. staff was perfect, always smiling. breakfast just amazing!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 199 reviews
Price from
US$165
1 night, 2 adults
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Jannat House

Lamu (Near Shela)

Offering an outdoor pool, garden and a restaurant, Jannat House is located in Lamu Old Town. It is situated a short walk away from the Waterfront and the Main Road. Free Wi-Fi access is available.

M
Magnus
From
Norway
I was about to not book this place because of mixed reviews, but I am very glad I did. We stayed for a week, it really exceeded our expectations! Caroline and her staff were amazing, the place was always thoroughly cleaned in the morning, same with the pool, and the food was surprisingly cheap and really really good. Same with breakfast, which was also varied; many hotels lack that. Our special requests were no problem and they have many nice, private spaces to relax. I absolutely recommend this place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
Price from
US$59
1 night, 2 adults
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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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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

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

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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Shela

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Shela

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

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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Shela

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Shela

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Shela

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

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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
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Stay connected in Shela and nearby. Cheap hotels with free WiFi

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

    Featuring 5-star accommodation, Royal House Shela is situated in Lamu, 300 metres from Shela Beach and 200 metres from Mnarani House.

    From US$80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 207 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 139 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    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$85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Roof Top House is situated in Lamu, 200 metres from Gallery Baraka, 300 metres from Lamu Museum, as well as 500 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

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

    Situated in Lamu, 300 metres from Lamu Fort, 300 metres from Gallery Baraka and 500 metres from Lamu Museum, Roof Top House features accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

    From US$24.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

    Beytsalaam Apartments is set in Lamu, 200 metres from Lamu Museum, 400 metres from Lamu Fort, and 600 metres from Gallery Baraka.

    From US$75 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

    Set in Lamu and with 18th Century Swahili House Museum reachable within 200 metres, LAMU HOUSE offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.

    From US$160 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Shela and nearby

  • Beytsalam

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

    Set in Lamu, 200 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Beytsalam offers accommodation with a garden, free WiFi, a shared kitchen, and luggage storage space.

    From US$85.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

    Situated within 200 metres of 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 200 metres of Lamu Museum, Pwani House - Lamu Seafront features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Lamu.

    From US$80 per night

  • Baytulkher

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and views of garden, Baytulkher is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Lamu, 100 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

    From US$60 per night

  • Samaki House

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews

    Providing garden views, a garden and free WiFi, Samaki House provides accommodation well located in Lamu, within a short distance of 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Lamu Museum and Lamu Fort.

    From US$35 per night

  • Jannat House

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool, garden and a restaurant, Jannat House is located in Lamu Old Town. It is situated a short walk away from the Waterfront and the Main Road. Free Wi-Fi access is available.

    From US$59 per night

  • 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

  • Jua House

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 280 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.

    From US$155 per night

  • Sai Shanti House

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    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.

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  • Shiban House

    Cheap hotel in Shela
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
    The breakfast and the open terrace, the location was quiet and had a good view
    Guest review by
    Thalia
    Family with young children

  • Shiban House

    Cheap hotel in Shela
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 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