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Shela – 22 hotels and places to stay

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Mbibo House in the Shela Dunes

Shela

Providing a garden, Mbibo House in the Shela Dunes features accommodations in Shela. With garden views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Location 8.5
Price from
$350
1 night, 2 adults

Milimani Villa-Fully airconditioned Villa

Shela

Offering a bar and a shared lounge, Milimani Villa-Fully airconditioned Villa in Shela is close to Shela Beach and Mnarani House. This villa provides air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony.

M
Manon
From
Netherlands
The house is wonderful, spacious, luxury and quiet. Bassam is a great host and the staff are excellent too. We had a great time exploring from here or just enjoying doing nothing much at all. It is a bit outside Shela, but not that far and a nice village walk.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Location 8.0
Price from
$225
1 night, 2 adults

Shiban House

Shela

Shiban House is offering accommodations in Shela. The homestay, set in a building dating back to 2006, is a 6-minute walk from Shela Beach and 200 yards from Mnarani House.

R
Rashida
From
Uganda
Great location, very clean.Joseph was there anytime I needed him . Thank you Joseph, am coming back again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
Location 8.5
Price from
$45
1 night, 2 adults

Shela Bahari

Shela

Shela Bahari provides beachfront accommodations in Shela. The air-conditioned accommodations are a few steps from Manda Beach.

U
Ubah
From
Canada
It was well located and the fact that it was owned by locals made it extra special
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
$115
1 night, 2 adults

Furaha House

Shela

Furaha House is located in Shela, just a 1-minute walk from Shela Beach and 400 yards from Mnarani House. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony.

J
James
From
United States
Our host Kazunga was fantastic! He cooked delicious meals for us, set up tours, and showed us around town.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
$70
1 night, 2 adults

Deuli House

Shela

Offering a garden and a terrace, Deuli House in Shela is close to Shela Beach and Mnarani House. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony.

W
Wendy
From
Canada
Beautiful house, spacious room and very attentive staff. I was taken care of very well. Chui helped us plan our activities very well. The tours and boat trips were fun and organized.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Location 8.4
Price from
$149.85
1 night, 2 adults

Jannat House

Lamu (Near Shela)

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

B
Brendan
From
Slovakia
Great staff, beautiful space, excellent service
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
$59
1 night, 2 adults

LAMU HOUSE

Lamu (Near Shela)

Located in Lamu and with 18th Century Swahili House Museum reachable within a 1-minute walk, LAMU HOUSE has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.

V
Val
From
United States
The pictures don't do it justice. It's absolutely beautiful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
$122.40
1 night, 2 adults

Msafini Hotel

Lamu (Near Shela)

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.

A
Antonio
From
United Kingdom
I had a great stay. Excellent quality-price ratio. Great staff as well. Quiet at night.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews
Location 8.4
Price from
$81
1 night, 2 adults

Royal House Shela

Lamu (Near Shela)

Located within a 3-minute walk of Shela Beach and 200 yards of Mnarani House, Royal House Shela has rooms in Lamu. This 5-star hotel offers room service and free WiFi. The hotel has family rooms.

c
carmen
From
United States
Beautiful place, fantastic views, great service, delicious breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
$80
1 night, 2 adults
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews
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  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review
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  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
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Budget hotels in Shela and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

    Located within a 3-minute walk of Shela Beach and 200 yards of Mnarani House, Royal House Shela has rooms in Lamu. This 5-star hotel offers room service and free WiFi. The hotel has family rooms.

    From $80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 209 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 $81 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews

    Just a 4-minute walk from Manda Beach and 500 yards from Shela Beach, Jannataan Hotel features accommodations in Lamu, with an indoor pool, a garden, and a terrace.

    From $57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Ras Kitao Holiday Villa in Lamu provides accommodations, a terrace, and a shared lounge. With pool views, this accommodation offers a balcony.

    From $85 per night
  • Fatnaish Tamarind Apartment offers accommodations in Lamu, a 11-minute walk from 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 600 yards from Riyadha Mosque.

    From $94.50 per night
  • The air-conditioned accommodation is a 6-minute walk from Lamu Fort. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Gallery Baraka is a 4-minute walk away.

    From $60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

    Featuring inner courtyard views, Beytul Habaib in Lamu offers accommodations, a garden, and a shared lounge. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony.

    From $81 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Stopover Guest House and Restaurant provides beachfront accommodations in Lamu.

    From $80 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Shela and nearby

  • Kijani Hotel

    Hotel in Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews

    Featuring a swimming pool and tropical gardens, Kijani Hotel is located on the coast of Lamu Island, along the Indian Ocean. The décor comes with natural handmade furniture, lanterns and ornaments.

    From $1,000 per night
  • Jua House

    Hotel in Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 283 reviews

    Jua House offers accommodations in Lamu, a 5-minute walk from Shela Beach and 200 yards from Mnarani House.

    From $155 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Banana House and Wellness Center is located in Shela village, Lamu 1.7 mi from Gallery Baraka. The property is set 1.7 mi from Lamu Fort.

    From $171 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews

    Located just 33 feet from the Lamu beachfront, Shella white house features a restaurant and a rooftop veranda with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.

    From $45 per night
  • Providing a garden, Nyumba ya mwezi offers accommodations in Lamu. With sea views, this accommodation provides a terrace.

    From $250 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

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

    From $510 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

    Offering garden views, Mangrove House in Lamu provides accommodations, a private beach area, a garden, and barbecue facilities. This beachfront property offers access to a patio.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

    Just a 2-minute walk from Lamu Museum and 300 yards from Gallery Baraka, Jamala Guesthouse features accommodations in Lamu with a garden. With garden views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

    From $45 per night

Hotels located in the center of Shela

  • The air-conditioned accommodation is a few steps from Mnarani House. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Shela Beach is a 5-minute walk away. The accommodation is non-smoking.

    From $256 per night
  • Jannah Faza Two Bed Suite with AC and Rooftop offers accommodations in Shela, a few steps from Mnarani House. This apartment offers air-conditioned accommodations with a patio.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

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

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

    Nyota ya Amani, Shela Lamu is located in Shela, just a 6-minute walk from Shela Beach and a few steps from Mnarani House.

  • Dhow House

    Hotel in Shela
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located a 7-minute walk from Shela Beach, Dhow House has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and free shuttle service for your convenience.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

    Providing a garden, Mbibo House in the Shela Dunes features accommodations in Shela. With garden views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

    From $365 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Featuring garden views, Marquezy House - Shela, Lamu Island in Shela features accommodations, a garden, and a terrace. This beachfront property offers access to a patio and free Wifi.

  • Stunning Manda Beachfront 6-bed Villa with Pool is located in Shela, just a few steps from Manda Beach and a 3-minute walk from Mnarani House.

What Guests Said About Shela:

  • 10.0

    Went to celebrate my birthday and it was my first time in...

    Went to celebrate my birthday and it was my first time in Lamu. A simple request to shiban house to make it feel special, ended up being the best birthday surprise ever...Sada thank you, my heart is overwhelmed by how you managed to surprise me 😊. Joseph took excellent care of us and was ready to help us around. I must say, I feel fulfilled even as I have turned a year younger 😂😊😂. Thank you mapenzi too for the awesome breakfast we got every day. Shela is the best place to be in lamu. You can access lamu town easily and learn so much about the history of it, ask for the best knowledgeable guy there called 'sunshine' locally. Its near peponi hostel and majlis resort. Make a point of doing the sunset cruise 😊 . Definately 10/10.
    Guest review by
    Miriam
  • 10.0

    Amazing place to stay.

    Amazing place to stay. You feel at home with the personal care they do. Breakfast is good esp the Swahili breakfast. Great views during dining and terrace is amazing for sunrise. Will definitely visit again.
    Guest review by
    Thabit
    United Arab Emirates
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