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Reviews of Jannataan Hotel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Shela, 80100 Lamu, Kenya

#16 of 20 B&Bs and inns in Lamu

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Review Score

Based on 41 B&B reviews

6.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.0

  • Comfort

    6.8

  • Location

    8.3

  • Facilities

    6.4

  • Staff

    8.3

  • Value for money

    7.0

  • Free Wifi

    6.5

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  • Reviewed: December 30, 2024

    6.0
    Good for a budget stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    We originally booked double rooms. The rooms were literally the width of the bed and less than a meter on either side. The cupboard doors were falling off their hinges. There were no hangers provided. The Swahili breakfast was served cold.

    The pool provided good relief from the heat. The triple rooms are spacious. They contacted me the day before to ask if I needed an airport transfer, then arranged the transfer. The coffee and juices for breakfast are good.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 21, 2024

    7.0
    The service was worth the price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The closet was dusty, and spoiled.

    Huge bathroom. Excellent customer service by Mr Benson. I enjoyed the pool The unit is very close to the beach

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: October 9, 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bathroom is not well maintained ( so many leaks)

    Friendly staff, proximity to the beach, clean rooms

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: March 27, 2024

    5.0
    Guests' possessions are not touched even if guests forget them at checkout.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    at the previous checkout I left a charger in the room and when I returned after some time I didn't find it. they alleged that too much time had passed and that no one knew anything about it. this must not happen in a worthy and honest hotel. in a good hotel if a guest leaves even an underpant I expect to find it safe even after a year. I hope this review is teaching.

    the place is pleasant and has a good quality/price ratio. the staff is kind and participative. I would have given a few more stars if it weren't for the fact that at the previous checkout I left a charger in the room and when I returned after some time I didn't find it. they alleged that too much time had passed and that no one knew anything about it. this must not happen in a worthy and honest hotel. in a good hotel if a guest leaves even an underpant I expect to find it safe even after a year. I hope this review is teaching.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: August 15, 2023

    5.0
    Basic
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Single room dirty Insects in the bed

    Breakfast Warm water in the shower

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: December 11, 2022

    5.0
    It is a nice low cost hotel that I would give 2 stars
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The place is not far from the beach which is good as I could easily walk to the beach. Its 30 metres from an Italian restaurant with good food. There is a nice clean swimming pool.

    Breakfast was very basic - egg, fruits, bread and tea. Location okay but no good view from room. Room was dusty on the windows and I had to ask for clean up. I asked for mosquito spray and they gave me. I thought they could have sprayed the room.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: October 25, 2022

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast was monotonous, No shower gel or shampoo provided. If you someone using these, carry urs or buy at the shop next to the hotel.

    The hot water. Friendly staff.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: December 20, 2024

    1.0
    Don’t visit
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything

    Nothing

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2024

    8.0
    Economical, clean and well located
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Friendly staff / kind owner / location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2024

    8.0
    Great budget option, super close to the beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Great cheaper option in Shela, perfect location just a few minutes walk to the beach. The room was clean and had a fan for the heat, and there is a nice pool. Staff were helpful and friendly, the continental breakfast was okay, they offered a Swahili option for the second day but I unfortunately had to leave early before trying but I would recommend asking for that if you're interested. Overall I think it was a great option for the price, and I would stay again :)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: February 13, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very very friendly staff, the Hotel was beautiful designed and the breakfast that Benson made every morning was perfect. I would definitely recommend Jannataan Hotel.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 15, 2024

    8.0
    Good scene and deal
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room could use a little maintenance love

    Great place, staff, pool and rooftop scene at a good price

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: August 31, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    nothing

    The location ,great staff very helpful

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 13, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Clean and new towels and bed Sheets Location Nice Swimming pool super

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2023

    9.0
    Shella hotel best value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    - I was never able to bathe in the beautiful pool they have since they never cleaned it on time, it's a pity because I couldn't take advantage of it despite my insistence that they clean it.

    - Most of the staff are very friendly and willing to help you. - The breakfast is very complete and good. - The room is very spacious with bathroom and everything you need. The shower is very comfortable, despite the first day I had problems with hot water. - The location is excellent, in the center of Shella, 5 minutes from the beach and with a wide range of restaurants around. - You have the possibility to order food and the staff take it to the hotel.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The swimmingpool should be kept more clean

    Very nice staff Good location Quite good breakfast for the money Nice bed Good fan

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 8, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    They respond to customer needs

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2023

    8.0
    Very nice place in the middle of Shela Village
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast is very simple.

    Perfect location, really nice personnel. Good, but basic rooms.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: June 2, 2025

    4.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    They don't have basic amenities like water in the room.

    The room I got at janataan was sub par and I cancelled the booking but I was transferred to Shela White House Near the beach hassle free The mango juice was awesome The service guy Safari/ safiri was ready to help plus the tall guy (name has slipped my mind) that helped with the bags when we got to Shela I had left the water bottle and the ensured it was delivered to the airport 🙂

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: December 11, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 10, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: November 21, 2024

    5.0
    Fair
    • Business trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: August 23, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 1, 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in July 2024

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