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A room with two arched windows overlooking a body of water, a table with chairs, and a bottle of champagne.
A room with a bed, a wooden chair, a small table, and a window with a view of greenery.
A view through an arched window of a body of water with several boats.
A pool surrounded by lush greenery and a building with a balcony.

1. Kijani Hotel

Kijani Hotel
Lamu
United States
Gustavo
RM926
RM1,092 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Kijani Hotel

2. Shella Bahari Guest House

Shella Bahari Guest House
Lamu
United States
Rajesh
RM538
RM635 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Shella Bahari Guest House
A room with a thatched roof, a view of the sea, a sofa with cushions, and a table with a glass of drink and flowers.
A bed with a view of the sea, a thatched roof, and a white wall.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a green cushioned bench, and a view of the outside.
A coastal view with a clear sky, a body of water, and buildings with a white facade and dark roofs.

3. Morocco House

Morocco House
Lamu
RM343
RM405 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Morocco House
A tropical garden with thatched umbrellas, palm trees, and a variety of plants.
A room with a bed covered by a white canopy, another bed in the background, and a woven rug on the floor.
A balcony with a bed, a chair, and a view of palm trees.
A dormitory room with two beds, a chair, and a table.

4. Dudu Villas N Backpackers

Dudu Villas N Backpackers
Lamu
RM223
RM263 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Dudu Villas N Backpackers
A beachfront dining area with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a view of the sea.
A room with a large bed, a wooden lounge chair, a small table, and a hanging canopy.
A building with a dome, arched entrance, and potted plants.
A traditional building with arched doorways and intricate designs, a pool reflecting the structure, and a tree providing shade.

5. The Majlis Hotel

The Majlis Hotel
Manda Island
United Kingdom
Paula
RM2,263
RM2,671 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
The Majlis Hotel
A wooden balcony with a thatched roof overlooking a calm sea. There are two wicker chairs with cushions.
A bedroom with a bed, a canopy, a view of the sea, and a balcony with shutters.
A hallway with a wooden table, a lamp, and a decorative star on the ceiling.
A pool area with a thatched-roof structure, surrounded by potted plants and lounge chairs.

6. Lamu House Hotel

Lamu House Hotel
Lamu Old Town
Norway
Ole Jakob
RM601
RM709 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Lamu House Hotel
An outdoor seating area with a thatched roof, wooden furniture, and a view of surrounding buildings.
A narrow hallway with a wooden chair, a bed with a canopy, and a desk with a candle.
A pathway leading to a building with stone pillars and lush greenery.
A white building with multiple windows and balconies, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.

7. Jannat House Lamu

Jannat House Lamu
Lamu Old Town
RM382
RM451 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Jannat House Lamu
A thatched-roof outdoor seating area with a woven bench and a white cushion, surrounded by palm trees.
A dining area with wicker chairs and a round table, surrounded by potted plants and a view of palm trees.
A room with a thatched roof, a window with a view, a ladder, and a table with chairs.
A bedroom with a bed under a canopy, a small table with chairs, and a window with a view of the outside.

8. Jambo House lamu

Jambo House lamu
Lamu Old Town
RM267
RM315 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Jambo House lamu
A balcony with a hanging planter, a view of the sea, and a railing.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a decorative wall panel.
A living room with a sofa, a wooden chair, a coffee table, wall-mounted clocks, and a decorative wall panel.
A wooden chair with a woven backrest, a round wooden table with a floral centerpiece, and a patterned rug on the floor.

9. Beytsalam

Beytsalam
Lamu Old Town
RM333
RM393 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Beytsalam
A multi-story building with arched balconies and a palm tree in the foreground.
A corridor with white walls, a tiled floor, and a ceiling with a wooden beam design. There are two paintings on the walls and a bench in the foreground.
A building with multiple arched windows and a white facade.
A spacious living area with a sofa, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

10. Jamala Guesthouse Lamu

Jamala Guesthouse Lamu
Lamu Old Town
RM255
RM301 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Jamala Guesthouse Lamu
A covered outdoor seating area with a bench and a sofa, overlooking a body of water.
A bed with a headboard, pillows, and a canopy.
A coastal road with boats docked on the water and a pedestrian path alongside.
A living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a wooden cabinet against the wall.

11. Stopover Guest House Lamu Town

Stopover Guest House Lamu Town
Lamu Old Town
RM310
RM365 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Stopover Guest House Lamu Town
A balcony with a view of boats on the water.
A four-poster bed with a canopy, a wooden desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.
A building with a sign for Lamu Archipelago Villa Hotel and National Bank.
A small, dimly lit room with a wooden dresser against a wall, a mirror, and a bottle of water on the dresser.

12. Lamu Archipelago Villa Hotel

Lamu Archipelago Villa Hotel
Lamu Old Town
RM182
RM215 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Lamu Archipelago Villa Hotel
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, sparse vegetation, and a few boats on the water.
A multi-story building with balconies, a sign indicating it is a business hotel, and a brick facade.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a wardrobe, and a ceiling fan.
A room with a dining table and chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a ceiling fan.

13. Wiyoni Royals Lamu

Wiyoni Royals Lamu
Lamu Old Town
RM346
RM409 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Wiyoni Royals Lamu
A multi-level interior with a central staircase, stone walls, and arched windows.
A view through a window of a coastal area with buildings, vegetation, and a body of water.
An open-air pavilion with a thatched roof, wooden furniture, and a railing along the perimeter.
A multi-level interior with white staircases and walls, wooden door, and a small garden area.

14. Kitendetini Bahari Hotel Lamu

Kitendetini Bahari Hotel Lamu
Lamu Old Town
RM223
RM263 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Kitendetini Bahari Hotel Lamu
A view through an arched window of a courtyard with a thatched-roof structure, a palm tree, and flowering plants.
A room with two wooden beds, a white canopy bed, a wooden chair, a small table, and a mirror on a dresser.
A room with a round woven rug, two white metal chairs, and a wooden table with a red tablecloth.
A two-story building with a balcony, white lattice railings, and pink bougainvillea flowers.

15. Dudu Villas n Cottages

Dudu Villas n Cottages
Lamu
RM80
RM95 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Dudu Villas n Cottages
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
A covered outdoor dining area with a round table and wooden chairs, overlooking a beach with palm trees.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a desk, and a wardrobe.

16. Jannataan Hotel

Jannataan Hotel
Lamu Old Town
Australia
ROLAND
RM185
RM219 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Jannataan Hotel
A wooden balcony with a view of a calm body of water and distant shoreline.
A traditional room with a sofa, two chairs, a coffee table, and a television.
A multi-story building with balconies and large windows, situated by a body of water.
A view through a metal gate with a curved arch, overlooking a body of water with boats and greenery in the background.

17. Beytul Habaib Lamu

Beytul Habaib Lamu
Lamu
RM310
RM365 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Beytul Habaib Lamu
A courtyard with a concrete bench, potted plants, and a wall.
A room with a bed, a ceiling fan, and a mosquito net.
A narrow concrete pathway flanked by planters and a wooden bench.
A room with a green floor, a table with chairs, a window, and a door.

18. Tabassam Guest House Lamu

Tabassam Guest House Lamu
Lamu Old Town
RM73
RM86 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Tabassam Guest House Lamu
A multi-level interior with a staircase, a window with bars, and a door with a red frame.
A balcony with two woven benches, a tiled floor, and a view of a building with a red roof.
A worn metal sign with the text "BEVERLY'S KITCHEN" above a wooden door.
A small bathroom with a white sink, a blue shower curtain, and a red bench.

19. Sea Shells Inn

Sea Shells Inn
Lamu Old Town
United Kingdom
Aran
RM42
RM49 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Sea Shells Inn
A four-poster bed with a white bedspread and a single red rose. There is a grey sofa and a small table in the background.
A living room with two sofas, a red coffee table, a bed with a canopy, and a wall with patterned curtains.
A multi-story building with balconies, a parked vehicle, and surrounding greenery.
A grassy outdoor area with a wooden table and chairs, a red slide, and a thatched-roof building in the background.

20. British Hotel Mpeketoni

British Hotel Mpeketoni
Mpeketoni
RM223
RM263 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
British Hotel Mpeketoni
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A coastal town with white buildings, palm trees, and boats on the water.

Top Shela Hotel Reviews

Lamu House Hotel

Lamu House Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful hotel. Good food, great pool, and helpful staff."
Katherine 2-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Lamu House Hotel
Kijani Hotel

Kijani Hotel

10/10 Excellent
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Huw 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Kijani Hotel
Kizingo Beach Eco Lodge

Kizingo Beach Eco Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Kizingo Eco Lodge lived up exactly to what we were looking for: a totally off-the-beaten track eco lodge (consisting of 8 'banda' straw guest bungaloes), well away from the hustle and bustle of Lamu Town and Shela. Its location could not be more perfect: one corner of the lodge faces the Indian Ocean, while the other faces the river/mangrove area (which also boasts the nicest sunsets in all of Lamu). From our banda, built on stilts into the dunes, we could hear the waves of the Indian Ocean and feel the ocean breeze blow through our room every night. The staff attended to our ever need, so despite being the only guests during our stay, we never felt alone. We combined 4 nights here with one night in Shela, which felt like an appropriate balance for us between spending time with nature vs. learning more about Lamu Town, its history and its culture. (To be clear, Kizingo's thatched roof bandas made largely of straw and reeds are more open to the elements than even a Safari tent (which have zippers, etc), so come prepared to be at one with nature.)"
Claudio 3-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Kizingo Beach Eco Lodge
The Majlis Hotel

The Majlis Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely lovely property."
Gerald 3-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
The Majlis Hotel
Peponi Hotel

Peponi Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"What an absolute gem. From the second you're greeted off the plane by the team who help you on the boat to the island until the moment you leave, everyone is super friendly including the dogs! Comfy giant beds, powerful showers, refreshing pool with lots of shady lounging spots, gorgeous vistas, delicious food, punchy cocktails and a long stretch of pristine beach. Great location for day trips or just unwinding on site. We will be back."
Kirsty 3-night trip
Posted 5 months ago
Peponi Hotel

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Sea Shells Inn

Sea Shells Inn

Harambee Street, lamu Lamu Lamu County
RM42
RM49 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
Sea Shells Inn
Dudu Villas N Backpackers

Dudu Villas N Backpackers

Lamu Shela road Talking Trees Beach, Lamu
RM223
RM263 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Dudu Villas N Backpackers
Beytsalam

Beytsalam

Lamu Lamu Lamu County
RM333
RM393 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Shela?
Kijani Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This hotel offers a full-service spa and free breakfast. Other good options for your visit include Peponi Hotel and Msafini MangoTop Roof Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Shela.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Shela, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Shela.
What's the best dog-friendly place to stay in Shela?
Peponi Hotel is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets, and offers 3 restaurants and an outdoor pool for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Shela.
What's the best hotel to stay near the beach in Shela?
Peponi Hotel is a top beachfront hotel offering 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges, located within a short 1-minute walk of Shela Beach . Kijani Hotel is another good choice for your beach trip. See more stays near the beach in Shela.
What are some hotels with pools in Shela?
Kijani Hotel: Features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and daily. Peponi Hotel and Msafini MangoTop Roof Hotel are a couple of other choices that offer an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Shela.
What is the best spa hotel in Shela?
Kijani Hotel is a top beach spa hotel featuring a shopping centre, a bar, an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Enjoy a massage at the on-site spa. See all spa hotels in Shela.
What is staying in Shela like?
Visitors to Shela will definitely find plenty to explore and enjoy. In Shela, there are 17 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Shela.
What should I do while I'm visiting Shela?
A favourite place to visit is Shela Beach. You'll also find Manda Beach and Lamu Fort in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Shela guide.
What's the weather like in Shela?
The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 28ยฐC, while the coldest months are August and September, with an average of 26ยฐC. Average annual precipitation for Shela is 736 mm.