Name: Shella White House
Address: P.O.BOX 251-80500, 80500 Lamu, Kenya, P.O.BOX 251-80500, Lamu, 80500, Kenya
Rating: 8.1

Shella White House

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About this property

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. The rooms all include a balcony with outdoor dining facilities. They also come with a seating area and a refrigerator. Some rooms have an en suite bathroom, and others have access to a shared bathroom and shower. Guests can relax on the beach or visit the outdoor swimming pool, which is a 1-minute walk from the property. Sabrina’s Café and Restaurant serves a variety of local dishes as well as fresh bread and muffins. Shella white house is located in Shela village, just 2 km from Lamu Airport and 3 km from Lamu Old Town.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)
Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Continental, Halal

Free private parking available on-site

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We have no availability here between Mon 17 Nov 2025 and Thu 20 Nov 2025

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Double Room

1 double bed

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Single Room with Shared Bathroom

1 single bed

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Mueni

Kenya

“The place was very clean , Above all Tom was very kind and helpful , loved the facilities”

Katie

United Kingdom

“Nice property in a good location by the beach in shella. Staff helped us out with a boat across from the airport and then Tom was excellent during our stay, keeping us comfortable, great breakfasts and good recommendations. The pool is round the...”

Dave

South Africa

“Friendly staff, good location to attractions/beach, good value”

Irene

Kenya

“Everything was perfect. We were served by Boniface. He made our stay wonderful!”

Wairimu

Kenya

“Tom was the best,he really helped us in so many ways. He always ensured he served breakfast on time,he cleaned our room daily. The house is near to the beach and peponi resort.”

Craddick

United Kingdom

“Nice, friendly host: Benson, great breakfast and perfect location”

Sahiba

Kenya

“The location is perfect. I would definitely stay again and as a solo traveller it’s perfect because you have the opportunity to meet other travellers/people staying there - I made a lovely friend at breakfast that made my trip so much more...”

Catherine

United Kingdom

“Location is amazing. House manager was really kind and thoughtful. He remembered your breakfast order. Terraces were beautiful places to relax. Single bedroom was very simple, but clean.”

Luís

France

“The owner was always willing to respond positively to my requests, the attention's Tom is very friendly, helpful. The single room and shared bathroom are very clean and spacious. A good breakfast served on the rooftop, with a beautiful view and...”

Ghaleb

Kenya

“I found Shella to be a small paradise on earth and enjoyed everything. Amazing stuff. I love the view, the breakfast, and the people in Shella are so friendly. I am looking forward to returning next year.”

Host Information

9.2

Host review score

Friendly staff, flexibility, cleanliness, panoramic view on the terrace and it's very close to the beach (less than a minute walk). Sabrina's café and restaurant is no longer there, but guests can order food from the house and the chef will prepare at any time the guests wish. Those who chose self catering they can also do so. Alternatively guests can be taken to a nearby sister hotel called Jannatan where they can order food, and it is where the swimming is (less than 2 minutes walk)

The beach is just a stone throw fro the house. Boutique shops, food stores and massage place are just outside the house. The famous Peponi Hotel is about 50 meters from Shella White House.

Languages spoken: Arabic,English,Italian,Swahili

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site

JANNATAN HOTEL

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Facilities of Shella White House

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Check-in

From 09:00

Check-out

From 05:30 to 10:00

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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.