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Guesthouse Banana House and Wellness Centre
Plot 318, Lamu Island, 80500 Lamu, Kenya – Great location - show map
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It was the best time of my life to date !! The fact that we didn’t spend more time was a miss. Everyone had a blast! A very curated experience.
Maryanne
United States of America
United States of AmericaThe staff at Banana House are amazing, the food is delicious and the yoga classes are incredibly. Lovely pool and great rooms as well.
Stephanie
Kenya
KenyaBeautiful and peaceful guesthouse with excellent customer service and very confortable and spacious room and bathroom. Also really appreciated the common areas, sea water swimming pool, peaceful garden, early morning yoga classes and healthy fresh food cooked by the chef on demand.
Little
France
FranceEverything was great: lovely breakfast, beautiful rooms and very chill atmosphere. Staff are excellent.
Trayana
Bulgaria
BulgariaLoved the food and atmosphere in the penthouse. Food is served in your penthouse common space. Much space to relax. Super friendly staff. Lamu weather is quite hot and there is no AC, so bring earplugs to mitigate the noise of the fan.
Lisa
Austria
AustriaAmazing room (king suite with sea view), well worth paying for the difference in price. Lovely staff, nice pool, great service, and great range of activities on demand.
Mikael
United Kingdom
United KingdomBanana house is exactly what is says on the tin! A quiet, beautiful and comfortable retreat for those who seek peace and quiet in a relaxed atmosphere. The rooms were clean and comfortable with mosquito nets and insect spray provided. The staff were very friendly.
Pavli
Netherlands
NetherlandsAmazing location in the village of Shela down a sandy narrow street shaded by lush bougainville creepers and flanked by elegant Mansions built in a contemporary swahili fashion. The resort is located in a private compound where you are welcomed into a beautiful courtyard with floors so clean you are obliged to take your shoes off. The rooms are located around common areas on each floor which are airy and spacious with beautiful views into the gardens and pool area. The room was spotlessly clean and immaculately tidy with beautiful hibiscus petals on the beds. We had a lovely welcome Punch from the wait staff. Harro, Oliver and Michael were very pleasant and professional. The breakfast was fantastic; tasty fresh and filling! Also enjoyed a dip in the pool and the Tuna Bowl was so gratifying.
Docktor
Kenya
KenyaThe hotel was beautiful, great ambience, staff were great and very helpful
Natasha
Kenya
KenyaBeautiful place! So serene and comfortable. Best yoga teachers. Highly recommended!
Maria
Netherlands
Netherlands
Banana House and Wellness Centre
8.4
Very Good
103 reviews
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Maryanne
United States of America
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Stephanie
Kenya
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Little
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Trayana
Bulgaria
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Lisa
Austria
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Mikael
United Kingdom
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Pavli
Netherlands
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Docktor
Kenya
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Natasha
Kenya
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Maria
Netherlands
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4 reasons to choose Banana House and Wellness Centre
Closest beaches
Shela Beach
9.0 Wonderful beach1,550 feet from propertyManda Beach
9.1 Wonderful beach3,550 feet from property
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See what guests loved the most:
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Maryanne
United States of America“It was the best time of my life to date !! The fact that we didn’t spend more time was a miss. Everyone had a blast! A very curated experience.”
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Stephanie
Kenya“The staff at Banana House are amazing, the food is delicious and the yoga classes are incredibly. Lovely pool and great rooms as well.”
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Trayana
Bulgaria“Everything was great: lovely breakfast, beautiful rooms and very chill atmosphere. Staff are excellent.”
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Lisa
Austria“Loved the food and atmosphere in the penthouse. Food is served in your penthouse common space. Much space to relax. Super friendly staff. Lamu weather is quite hot and there is no AC, so bring earplugs to mitigate the noise of the fan.”
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Mikael
United Kingdom“Amazing room (king suite with sea view), well worth paying for the difference in price. Lovely staff, nice pool, great service, and great range of activities on demand.”
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Docktor
Kenya
“Amazing location in the village of Shela down a sandy narrow street shaded by lush bougainville creepers and flanked by elegant Mansions built in a contemporary swahili fashion. The resort is located in a private compound where you are welcomed into a beautiful courtyard with floors so clean you are obliged to take your shoes off. The rooms are located around common areas on each floor which are airy and spacious with beautiful views into the gardens and pool area. The room was spotlessly clean and immaculately tidy with beautiful hibiscus petals on the beds. We had a lovely welcome Punch from the wait staff. Harro, Oliver and Michael were very pleasant and professional. The breakfast was fantastic; tasty fresh and filling! Also enjoyed a dip in the pool and the Tuna Bowl was so gratifying.”
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Natasha
Kenya
“The hotel was beautiful, great ambience, staff were great and very helpful”
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Maria
Netherlands“Beautiful place! So serene and comfortable. Best yoga teachers. Highly recommended!”
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The property usually replies within a few days
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When is the best time to visit your property for the perfect beach holiday?September to MarchAnswered on December 3, 2019
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Hello, I’m interested in booking this property. Is it available between dates 14-16th January 2022? The booking would be for 9 people.hello, we do have available rooms for the inquired dates.Answered on October 24, 2021
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Good afternoon! I am considering visiting Lamu for a week but need to know if there is a possibility to take a COVID-19 test prior to departing from Lamu? Could you share any experiences with your guests? Are there restaurants in walking distance? Thank you. All the best, SabineHello Sabine, It is possible to have a PCR test from Lamu. Most of our guests have had the test in Lamu. At the hotel, we can arrange for the test to be done at the resident. There are restaurants in Shela.Answered on November 7, 2021
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Hi, can we get a chef, who can make us some sea food and local foods during our stay? How much will we pay for that?Greetings, Many thanks for contacting banana house. At our facility we have skilled chefs with our Menu having seafood as one of the many delicacies. Kind regards. EmilyAnswered on January 10, 2022
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Are you located on the beach? What kind of beach access do you haveHi, the beach is a 7mins walk from Banana House. Best, Wairimu for Dorcas.Answered on December 28, 2020
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Hosted by Monika
9.2
Host Review Score
Monika
Banana House is a home away from home, but with the luxury of a hotel. You will feel at home as soon as you step through the beautiful Lamu doors The garden with eco friendly pool, the relaxed atmosphere, the space and the flowers is what stands out immediately. You feel the Wellness straight away. This is what we offer our guests. A place to relax, to rejuvenate and recharge your battery.
Monika (Dutch) & Banana (Swahili) started in 2000 with Banana House, after travelling intensely, world-wide, we decided to create our own home where we can welcome guests from the world.
Banana House is situated 100 mtrs from the waterfront where dhows are still built and repaired, the local people chatting with each other the topics of the day. On the other side we are close to the football field and it gives you a feeling of connection with the village life.
Languages spoken: English,French,Dutch,Swahili
What's nearby
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Mnarani House0.2 miles
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Gallery Baraka1.7 miles
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Riyadha Mosque1.7 miles
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Lamu Fort1.8 miles
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Lamu Museum1.9 miles
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18th Century Swahili House Museum2 miles
Restaurants & cafes
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Restaurant Peponi Hotel0.3 miles
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Cafe/Bar Peponi Hotel0.3 miles
Natural Beauty
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Ocean/Sea Indian Ocean0.1 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
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Shela Beach1,550 feet
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Manda Beach3,550 feet
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Takwa Beach3.3 miles
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Manda Bay Beach6 miles
How to get to Banana House and Wellness Centre from Lamu Airport
Private shuttle
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All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
Amenities of Banana House and Wellness Centre
Bathroom
Bedroom
View
Outdoors
Kitchen
Room Amenities
Activities
Living Area
Food & Drink
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transportation
Front Desk Services
Entertainment & Family Services
Cleaning Services
Business Facilities
Safety & security
General
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Languages Spoken
Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
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Crib by request
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Free |
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Banana House and Wellness Centre accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Please inform Banana House and Wellness Centre of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
FAQs about Banana House and Wellness Centre
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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The nearest beach is 150 feet from Banana House and Wellness Centre.
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Banana House and Wellness Centre offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Massage
- Snorkeling
- Fishing
- Windsurfing
- Beachfront
- Spa facilities
- Walking tours
- Pedicure
- Tour or class about local culture
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Personal trainer
- Waxing services
- Cooking class
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Themed dinners
- Body scrub
- Beach
- Yoga classes
- Water sports facilities on site
- Beauty services
- Manicure
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Room options at Banana House and Wellness Centre include:
- Double
- Twin
- Family
- Single
- Suite
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Banana House and Wellness Centre by:
- Airport shuttle (arranged by property) 30min
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Banana House and Wellness Centre is 1.8 miles from the center of Lamu.
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Check-in at Banana House and Wellness Centre is from 8:00 AM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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The prices at Banana House and Wellness Centre may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Guests staying at Banana House and Wellness Centre can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.4).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
