Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Standard Double Room with Balcony
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Bed: 1 queen bed
Free crib available on request
Free stay for your child
Non-refundable
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Breakfast included
$70 per night
Price $209
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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About this property

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. Free WiFi access is available. Each room features a balcony , views of the pool, ocean and sand dunes and is equipped with an private bathroom fitted with a hot shower . Offering views of the pool, sea, dunes and the entire village, the on-site restaurant is located on the top floor and features authentic Swahili cuisine. Cultural activities and experiences around Shela can be arranged at a fee.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

  • Top pick by families with children

Rooms with:

  • City view

  • Terrace

  • Garden view

  • Pool view

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Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Standard Double Room with Balcony
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Bed: 1 queen bed
Free crib available on request
Free stay for your child
Non-refundable
Pay online
Breakfast included
$70 per night
Price $209
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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Standard Double Room with Balcony
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • 1 queen bed
Free crib available on request
269 feet²
Balcony
Garden view
Pool view
City view
Attached bathroom
Terrace

  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels
  • Cleaning products
  • Desk
  • Sitting area
  • Private entrance
  • Slippers
  • Mosquito net
  • Interconnecting room(s) available
  • Fan
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
  • Carpeted
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dining table
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
$70 per night
Price $209
Excluded: 16 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
$78 per night
Price $233
Excluded: 16 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Stephen
    Kenya Kenya
    The location is nice, you are in the heart of Shella. There is a private doctor clinic next door, and convenience stores. The pool is a great bonus as not many locations have one. The rooftop dining and lounge area are lovely with great views of...
  • Kirillos
    Greece Greece
    Great location very close to the seafront, super friendly personel, breakfast was simple and good,the roof top has great view which the breakfast lounge is located and our day every morning was starting with lot of energy from the dunes and Manda...
  • Anoushka
    Kenya Kenya
    Appreciated that a single bed was made available free of charge. There was still enough room to move around. No aircon but we only needed the floor fan provided to sleep comfortably. Didn't notice the view as we didn't spend much time in the our...
  • Anna-louise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had an excellent stay at Msafini. The staff were wonderful and the facilities (for the price) were really great. Also super location that is in walking distance of everything and lovely food.
  • Adam
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The view on the rooftop for breakfast was fantastic. Delicious fresh fruit for breakfast every day. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly.
  • Amy
    South Africa South Africa
    Love the old school architecture, the pool and the roof top
  • Susanne
    Norway Norway
    We stayed in the seaview suite. I did not see the other "normal" rooms, so I don't know about them, but our room was just superb. The room in itself is just a normal and very ok room, but you get a large private area just outside with several...
  • Miky
    Slovakia Slovakia
    Great place to stay in Shela! We've got 2 spacious rooms on the highest floor with ocean and island view, connected by a huge terasse with places to lounge. Beds comfortable and equipped with a mosquito set. Ventilators working well, although the...
  • Katarzyna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly and helpful staff delicious and fresh food good sized room with a great view and terrace Our room was upgraded to sea view which was very kind.
  • Baxter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Delvis was an absolute legend in helping us organise trips and activities

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Mango Top Roof
    • Cuisine
      African • Seafood
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Msafini Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 9 years
Extra bed upon request
$25 per child, per night
10+ years
Extra bed upon request
$30 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Msafini Hotel 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.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.