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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.

D
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, 16 reviews
Price from
US$70
1 night, 2 adults

Mangrove House

Lamu (Near Shela)

Featuring a terrace with sea views, a private beach area and a garden, Mangrove House can be found in Lamu, close to Manda Beach and 600 metres from Mnarani House.

J
James
From
South Africa
The locations is a gem. Away from the HUSTLE AND BUSTLE OF LAMU. There is a great restaurant next door With delicious food and you can always pop over to Sheila (5 min boat ride) for some activity if you feel too quiet on the island 🏝️ 👍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$141
1 night, 2 adults

Shella White House

Lamu (Near Shela)

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.

M
Mbitu
From
Kenya
The proximity to the Beach. Tom is the best too. The breakfast is samptous.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
Price from
US$36.45
1 night, 2 adults

Beytul Habaib

Lamu (Near Shela)

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.

J
Jake
From
United Kingdom
My recent two-nights stay at Beytul Habaib was an absolute pleasure, creating unforgettable memories. The Apartment Suite was incredibly spacious and offered a fantastic view that added to the charm of my stay. The staff were exceptionally helpful, ensuring all my needs were met with a smile. The security was top-notch, making me feel safe and comfortable throughout my visit. One of the highlights was the unique wheezing sounds that gave the place a distinctive character. I thoroughly enjoyed the walk to the town center, where the locals were extremely friendly and welcoming. The management also arranged a town tour for me, rich in culture, as well as a sea tour, both of which were truly memorable experiences. I highly recommend Beytul Habaib to anyone visiting Lamu. It’s the perfect blend of comfort, culture, and hospitality.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
Price from
US$72
1 night, 2 adults

Peponi Hotel Lamu - Kenya

Hotel in Shela

Facing the beachfront, Peponi Hotel Lamu - Kenya offers 4-star accommodation in Shela and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace.

S
Samuel
From
United Arab Emirates
This hotel is a home from home. The quality, variety and value of the food is exceptional. The staff are second to none. And the owner was superb and made us feel very much at home. Very difficult to put into words how great this place is. Just GO THERE!! You can thank me later.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Shela Bahari

Shela

Situated within 100 metres of Manda Beach and 300 metres of Shela Beach, Shela Bahari features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Shela.

H
Hywel
From
United Kingdom
exceptional location with simple but very well cooked fresh fish dishes.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

Deuli House

Shela

Set within 100 metres of Shela Beach and 400 metres of Mnarani House in Shela, Deuli House provides accommodation with seating area. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony.

J
Janine
From
United Kingdom
This house has magnificent architectural features true to lamu style, spacious with beautiful gardens and the Staff are extremely welcoming
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

The Majlis Resort

Lamu (Near Shela)

The Majlis Resort is located in Lamu with views of the Ras Kitau Bay on Manda Island.

S
Salomon-Dien
From
Germany
Everything was perfect - the Majlis is a dream location for anyone wanting to enjoy the perfect blend of style, luxury & cultural charm by the Kenyan Swahili coast! Sylvia, Florence, Emanuel & the whole team were excellent in service provision and supporting me with our engagement proposal and program.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews

Stopover Guest House and Restaurant

Lamu (Near Shela)

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

B
Bassam
From
Kenya
Stop over is one of the first guest houses you notice when arriving in shella situated directly on the oceanfront.It is such a great place! Very nice rooms clean, and beautifully furnished.The staff could not be more welcoming and friendly! Breakfast was decent! The view of the ocean from the guest house was simply mind-blowing!!! For sure the best place to stay in Shella for that price bracket, talking from experience having visited a couple others before which are way inside the village. Will definitely come back here! Highly recommended
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
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There’s nothing quite like waking up to the sound of swirling waves and the smell of sea air through your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodation comes in a variety of forms, from well decked-out resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea and outdoor pools with adjacent bars.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
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Save money on beach in Shela and nearby – budget options available

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$100 per night

MANDA ISLAND Private Villa

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Located in Lamu, just a few steps from Manda Beach, MANDA ISLAND Private Villa provides beachfront accommodation with a private beach area, pool with a view, an indoor pool and free WiFi.

The Red Pepper House

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.0
Poor - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Facing the beachfront, The Red Pepper House offers 5-star accommodation in Lamu and features a garden, shared lounge and terrace.

From US$470 per night

Beach Hotels with swimming pools in Shela and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 133 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$40.50 per night

Located in Lamu, 500 metres from Shela Beach and 200 metres from Mnarani House, Tulia House Lamu provides accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a private beach area and an infinity pool.

From US$1,026 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews

The Majlis Resort is located in Lamu with views of the Ras Kitau Bay on Manda Island.

From US$510 per night

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Mangrove House

Lamu
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

Featuring a terrace with sea views, a private beach area and a garden, Mangrove House can be found in Lamu, close to Manda Beach and 600 metres from Mnarani House.

From US$141 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$115
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews
Fantastic location in traditional Swahili house right on the seafront next to the beach. Balcony overlooking the boats.
Guest review by
Catherine
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$115
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews
Perfect location. Nice building. N
Guest review by
Emanuele
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$115
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 65 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
Avg. price/night: US$115
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews
The staff, especially Barack, are amazing. Incredibly professional and helpful in organizing activities such as sunset boat cruise or tour of old town. The view from room and location were superb. The vibe is nice and relaxing, and breakfast was also made to order and quite good.
Guest review by
Megsy27
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$115
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 65 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
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