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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, 17 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.

S
Scola Wanjiru
From
Kenya
Everything was good. Tom the manager was polite and very helpful in everything. The location is superb just next to the ocean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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.

O
Osman Abdulkadir
From
Qatar
Staying at Beytul Habaib was a great cultural experience. The mix of modern and traditional decor was beautiful, and David's service was excellent. The two-bedroom apartment was perfect for our family. We enjoyed cooking and felt right at home. The views were amazing, with stunning scenes of the island and ocean from every angle. Being close to the beach was a big plus, and my children loved playing there.
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.

n
nevo
From
South Africa
from the view to the staff, to the food and general vibe of the place - everything was exceptional
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.

T
Tabitha
From
Kenya
Very courteous staff and very good food. The owner made us feel at home at very comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 62 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.

S
SINFULiving
From
Netherlands
My first impression of Deuli House's wonderfulness was Chuie, the manager, who picked us up at the airport and provided us with useful information on Lamu City and Shela. The Deuli House itself is a spectacular example of Swahili-Arabic architecture, with a riyad-style central fountain in a light well extending 3 stories high. Beautifully handcrafted wood furniture decorate the living area. An antique dhow sail billows from the top of the light well to the ground floor exaggerating the building's height. The garden is large, and green with HUGE giant oyster shells where the turtles shelter from the sun. In addition to the breathtaking architecture, Chef Chengo and his assistant Michael, act like your personal chef and waiter. Peilo (sp?) the household help, created a beautiful bed of flowers as a welcome and keeps the accommodations spotless. The meals were amazing, the rooms are spacious, and the service, impeccable. The mosque is nearby, so we were shocked at 5am for prayers. It is located close to Peponi Hotel and magnificent soft sandy beaches which unfortunately we didn't have enough time to walk around. Also missed sailing at sunset in a dhow boat because of inclement weather...bummed...need to return.
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.

N
Nderu
From
Kenya
Majlis is truly as advertised. The staff have excellent customer service. Our experience was exceptional from the point of meeting up at the airport to drop off. Value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 67 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.

C
Chloe
From
United Kingdom
Since Stopover is the first guesthouse you see when arriving at Shela's seafront from Lamu, my gut instinct was to see where else we could stay, but we could not have imagined a more perfect, relaxing (and very clean) place. Hamid, the manager of Stopover, made us feel very comfortable and safe, and the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Our 2nd floor balcony overlooking the sandy approach to Shela and line of fishing boats and dhows was a bargain itself. Add the mosquito-netted traditional Arabic beds, eager-to-please staff, and delicious fresh fish meals and you have the perfect spot to experience the varied cultures of Lamu island. You can wander around Shela village, walk the beach, or go into nearby Lamu town (for which I highly recommend Ali as a guide to introduce you to Arabic culture through his eyes). It is SAFE, relaxing, romantic and so interesting to experience. The Stopover (Shela location) is the perfect base for your Lamu adventure.
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 9.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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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$90 per night

Tulia House Lamu

Lamu
Budget options available

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$726.75 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.

Mandarina Beach House

Lamu
Budget options available

Featuring accommodation with a patio, Mandarina Beach House is located in Lamu. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free WiFi.

From US$500 per night

Highly rated beach hotels in Shela and nearby

Shella White House

Lamu
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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

The Majlis Resort

Lamu
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews

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

From US$510 per night

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

Beach Hotels with swimming pools in Shela and nearby

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

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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
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 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
Perfect location. Nice building. N
Guest review by
Emanuele
Young couple
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
Avg. price/night: US$115
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 62 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 8.1
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
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