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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 traditional wooden ceiling, a hanging lantern, a window with a view of palm trees, and a table with chairs.

A view through an arched window of a body of water with several boats.

A room with a bed, a wooden chair, a small table, and a window with a view of greenery.

1. Kijani Hotel

Lamu

$229

$270 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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 dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a green cushioned bench, and a view of the outside.

A room with a thatched roof, a view of the sea, and a seating area with cushions.

A coastal view with a clear sky, a body of water, and buildings with a white facade and dark roofs.

2. Morocco House

Lamu

$85

$100 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A tropical garden with thatched umbrellas, palm trees, and a variety of plants.

A dormitory room with two beds, a chair, and a table.

A room with a bed covered by a white canopy, another bed in the background, and a woven rug on the floor.

A thatched-roof outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and a central table.

3. Dudu Villas N Backpackers

Lamu

$55

$65 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

An ornate wooden door with a sign above reading "SUNSAIL HOTEL."

A bed with a canopy, a wooden chair, and a mirror on the wall.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "SUNSAIL HOTEL". There are outdoor tables and chairs, and a tree in the foreground.

A hallway with patterned floor tiles, white walls, and a sign reading "Brighton".

4. Lamu Sunsail Hotel

Lamu Old Town

$30

$35 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A view through an open window with a metal gate, leading to a balcony with plants and a view of a building.

A bedroom with a bed, a canopy, a view of the sea, and a balcony with shutters.

A pool area with a thatched-roof structure, surrounded by potted plants and lounge chairs.

A balcony with three arches, a wooden chair, and a table.

5. Lamu House Hotel

Lamu Old Town

$149

$175 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a desk, and a chair.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, and a microwave.

A rooftop terrace with white walls and terracotta tiles, overlooking a body of water and a distant shoreline.

A room with a wooden sofa, a kitchen area, and a dining table.

6. Behind the Fort Lamu by Mokawa

Lamu Old Town

$53

$63 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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 staircase with beige steps leading upwards, flanked by white walls and a window on the left.

7. Jamala Guesthouse Lamu

Lamu Old Town

$63

$74 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A thatched-roof outdoor seating area with a woven bench and a white cushion, surrounded by palm trees.

A kitchen with a person cooking, a plate of food, and various kitchen appliances.

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

Lamu Old Town

$59

$70 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A balcony with a view of boats on the water.

A small, dimly lit room with a wooden dresser against a wall, a mirror, and a bottle of water on the dresser.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a ship model, and a sign reading "LAMUANHRIH RECEPTION".

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a wooden desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

9. Lamu Archipelago Villa Hotel

Lamu Old Town

$45

$53 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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.

10. Kitendetini Bahari Hotel Lamu

Lamu Old Town

$50

$58 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A beachfront dining area with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a view of the sea.

A building with a dome, arched entrance, and potted plants.

A beachside view with a thatched roof, striped cushions, and a sailboat on the water.

A room with a large bed, a wooden lounge chair, a small table, and a hanging canopy.

11. The Majlis Hotel

Manda Island

$559

$660 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A courtyard with a concrete bench, potted plants, and a wall.

A narrow concrete pathway flanked by planters and a wooden bench.

A room with a bed, a ceiling fan, and a mosquito net.

A room with a green floor, a table with chairs, a window, and a door.

12. Tabassam Guest House Lamu

Lamu Old Town

$18

$21 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

An outdoor seating area with a thatched roof, wooden furniture, and a view of surrounding buildings.

A pathway leading to a building with stone pillars and lush greenery.

A narrow hallway with a wooden chair, a bed with a canopy, and a desk with a candle.

A two-story building with a pool, surrounded by greenery and a thatched-roof structure.

13. Jannat House Lamu

Lamu Old Town

$95

$112 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A covered outdoor dining area with a round table and wooden chairs, overlooking a beach with palm trees.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a desk, and a wardrobe.

14. Jannataan Hotel

Lamu Old Town

$65

$77 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A covered outdoor seating area with a bench and a sofa, overlooking a body of water.

A living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a wooden cabinet against the wall.

A bed with a headboard, pillows, and a canopy.

A room with a sofa bed, a decorative wall piece, and a small shelf with a vase.

15. Stopover Guest House Lamu Town

Lamu Old Town

$77

$90 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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 wooden chair with a woven backrest, a round wooden table with a floral centerpiece, and a patterned rug on the floor.

A dining table set with plates, cutlery, and a coffee pot, with a sofa and chairs in the background.

16. Beytsalam

Lamu Old Town

$82

$97 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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 multi-story hotel with a sign reading "Wyom Royals."

A room with a dining table and chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a ceiling fan.

17. Wiyoni Royals Lamu

Lamu Old Town

$86

$101 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A wooden balcony with a view of a calm body of water and distant shoreline.

A traditional living room with wooden furniture, a glass coffee table, and patterned rugs.

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.

18. Beytul Habaib Lamu

Lamu

$77

$90 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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 grassy outdoor area with a wooden table and chairs, a red slide, and a thatched-roof building in the background.

A multi-story building with balconies, a parked vehicle, and surrounding greenery.

19. British Hotel Mpeketoni

Mpeketoni

$55

$65 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A residential area with a thatched-roof structure, a small garden, and a white pickup truck parked nearby.

A room with a sofa set, a table, and chairs.

A room with a wooden wardrobe, a dining table with chairs, a patterned rug, and a window with curtains.

A narrow pathway leading to a white building with a thatched-roof structure in the background.

20. Royal Park Hotel Mpeketoni

Mpeketoni

$40

$47 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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Go beyond your typical stay in Shela

Top landmarks in Shela

Old Mosque

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Old Mosque is in the heart of Shela, so why not stop by during your stay.

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Learn more about Shela

The region around Shela is home to attractions such as Shela Beach and Lamu Fort.

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Check out reviews of Shela hotels guests love

Kijani Hotel

Lamu

10/10 Exceptional

Gustavo

Lamu House Hotel

Lamu Old Town

10/10 Exceptional

We traveled to Lamu for the weekend and the Lamu House was absolutely incredible.... Everything from the hotel itself to our room to the staff -- I can honestly say it is one of my favorite hotels in the world (and I travel frequently). They picked us up (and dropped us off) at the airport, gave us fresh juice and water on arrival, helped plan our days and were generally a joy to be around. Everyone was exceptionally kind and welcoming. Breakfasts were delicious, the hotel itself is stunning and...

Lucy

The Majlis Hotel

Manda Island

10/10 Exceptional

Gerald

Frequently Asked Questions

What hotels do travelers like in Shela?

Guests like Kijani Hotel, Peponi Hotel and Msafini MangoTop Roof Hotel.

Can I book refundable hotels in Shela?

If you want the flexibility to change your plans to Shela, most accommodations offer refundable* bookable rates. You can find these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.

Where should I consider staying in Shela if I want a reasonably priced accommodation?

Dudu Villas N Backpackers is an accommodation you might want to consider that'll save you money.

Where can I stay in Shela if I want a vacation rental instead of a traditional hotel?

If you want to find a good alternative to a hotel, review our selection of 5 vacation homes.

What will the weather in Shela be like during my vacation?

With an average temperature of 78°F during the coldest months, Shela is a great place to visit any time of year.

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