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Located in Shela, 500 metres from Manda Beach, Mbibo House in the Shela Dunes offers accommodation with free WiFi, a terrace or a balcony and access to a garden and an outdoor pool. The property features garden views. The property is non-smoking and is situated 400 metres from Mnarani House. Perfect quiet oasis to relax, to discover Shela village, to explore the beach with helpful and friendly staff

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9.3
Superb
11 reviews
Price from
US$365
per night

Located in Lamu, 200 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Ttunu House offers accommodation with free WiFi, a terrace or a balcony and access to a garden and a year-round outdoor pool. Housed in a building dating from 18th century, this villa is 600 metres from the Riyadha Mosque. The accommodation provides luggage storage space, private check-in and check-out and organising tours for guests. Super clean and beautiful house in the heart of Lamu, you are closed to the port and the main street. A few minutes away from the fort. It is super accessible! On top of that the staff is great with a really detailed attention in keeping the rooms tidy every single day and multiple times a day + a chef that cooked us the most delicious dishes + they arrange transport depending on your needs ! The perfect mix to just lay back and enjoy your holidays!

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9.4
Superb
12 reviews
Price from
US$350
per night

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, mountain view and a terrace, Milimani Villa-Fully airconditioned Villa is set in Shela. Among the facilities at this property are a housekeeping service and bicycle parking, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Staff on-site can arrange airport transfers. 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.

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9.6
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
US$225
per night

Umma House has a terrace and is situated in Lamu, within just 400 metres of Lamu Museum and 500 metres of Lamu Fort. Guests staying at this villa have access to a balcony. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and 18th Century Swahili House Museum is 200 metres away. Incredible space with even better people. First, even before we arrived, communication with the host (Tarik) was impeccable. We always felt we were in good hands and that rang true from the moment we arrived especially with the housekeeper Farid who was absolutely excellent and was on top of every need we might have. I should take a moment also to say that the space itself is STUNNING. Absolutely gorgeous with many, many beautiful details. Truly a hidden gem of Lamu.

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8.9
Fabulous
50 reviews
Price from
US$105
per night

Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House features a balcony and is situated in Lamu, within just 300 metres of Gallery Baraka and 400 metres of Lamu Museum. Guests can benefit from a terrace and a year-round outdoor pool. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Lamu Fort is 200 metres away.

18th Century Swahili House Museum is 400 metres from the villa, while Riyadha Mosque is 400 metres from the property. We loved this property! It was such a fun stay and different than all our other hotels on our trip. Totally recommend the 3rd floor room because it has its own balcony. The breezes in the morning out there were incredible. Jamhuri was a great host and helped us book a walking tour and sunset dhow. Will be back!

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8.9
Fabulous
63 reviews
Price from
US$109
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Marquezy House - Shela, Lamu Island is situated in Shela, 1.1 km from Shela Beach and 700 metres from Mnarani House. This beachfront property offers access to a patio and free WiFi. The villa has family rooms.

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10
Exceptional
1 reviews
Price from
US$650
per night

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a terrace, Makubwa House is situated in Lamu. The property was built in 19th century, and has accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The holiday home features an indoor pool and a shared kitchen. The staff and manager of the house so helpful. Lots of advice and recommendations where to eat. Also easy to find in the maze of Lamu, close to the jetty but far enough for a peaceful stay

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7.6
Good
26 reviews
Price from
US$70
per night

Featuring accommodation with a patio, Mandarina Beach House is located in Lamu. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free WiFi.

The chalet is composed of 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and 4 bathrooms. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the sea views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

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Price from
US$350
per night

Situated within less than 1 km of 18th Century Swahili House Museum and a 11-minute walk of Lamu Museum in Lamu, Katiti N'tamu Lamu features accommodation with seating area. It is located 1.2 km from Lamu Fort and provides a shared kitchen. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

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Price from
US$76.50
per night

Set in Shela, Hidden Gem 5 Bed Villa in Shela with Pool and AC features accommodation 100 metres from Mnarani House. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Shela Beach is 500 metres away.

The spacious holiday home is fitted with a TV. The air-conditioned accommodation is equipped with a kitchen.

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Price from
US$800
per night

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