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Shiban House

Shela

Located 500 metres from Shela Beach and 200 metres from Mnarani House, Shiban House features accommodation in Shela. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

A
Alessandro
From
Democratic Republic of Congo
Very nice experience 🙏🏽
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
Price from
Rp 728,744
1 night, 2 adults

Shela Bahari

Shela

Situated within 100 metres of Manda Beach and 300 metres of Shela Beach, Shela Bahari features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Shela.

C
Crispin
From
Kenya
The location is good. But being next to Shela's main jetty it can be noisy both day and night.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
Price from
Rp 1,862,347
1 night, 2 adults

Deuli House

Shela

Set within 100 metres of Shela Beach and 400 metres of Mnarani House in Shela, Deuli House provides accommodation with seating area. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony.

N
Nancy
From
United Kingdom
Lovely property in great location. Lovely staff. Very comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Price from
Rp 2,426,719
1 night, 2 adults

Furaha House

Shela

Offering sea views, Furaha House is an accommodation located in Shela, 200 metres from Shela Beach and 400 metres from Mnarani House. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony.

j
jousset
From
Kenya
Perfect location Niama the manager is very helpful and excellent at his job. (Thanks to.him)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
Rp 1,133,602
1 night, 2 adults

Jua House

Lamu (Near Shela)

Situated within 500 metres of Shela Beach and 200 metres of Mnarani House in Lamu, Jua House provides accommodation with seating area. The bed and breakfast features city views and a sun terrace.

N
Nadia
From
United States
We had a wonderful room, beautiful decor, clean and comfortable. Good location. Very helpful and friendly staff. Excellent breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 284 reviews
Price from
Rp 2,186,233
1 night, 2 adults

Andavelo House

Lamu (Near Shela)

With sea views, Andavelo House is located in Lamu and has a restaurant, free shuttle service, bar, garden, sun terrace and year-round outdoor pool.

M
Margo
From
Switzerland
Absolutely stunning, beautifully renovated historic Swahili building in the heart of the oldest part of Lamu Town. My suite was complete with the traditional carved grand bed of the mansion, so large it had a step to get up into it; a beautiful terrace with a view over the old town rooftops to the water; gorgeous carved plasterwork, traditional paintwork, and plenty of space and air. Safari the house manager was amazing, so thoughtful, pleasant and responsive to every small request. The dining and lounge floor also lovely, with a pool and comfortable, cool areas to relax. A very special historic property where you can immerse yourself in the grandeur and romance of Lamu's heyday: such a wonderful treat to stay here. I look forward to returning.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews
Price from
Rp 1,559,513
1 night, 2 adults

Kijani Hotel

Lamu (Near Shela)

Featuring a swimming pool and tropical gardens, Kijani Hotel is situated on the coast of Lamu Island, along the Indian Ocean. The décor comes with natural handmade furniture, lanterns and ornaments.

D
Duccio
From
Italy
African style amazing. Garden & pool incredible. Staff really nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews
Price from
Rp 5,829,955
1 night, 2 adults

Samaki House

Lamu (Near Shela)

Providing garden views, a garden and free WiFi, Samaki House provides accommodation well located in Lamu, within a short distance of 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Lamu Museum and Lamu Fort.

A
Anonymous
From
Kenya
Location was perfect. Very accessible to the main road and restaurants. Communication with Moses was excellent. Satisfied with my overall stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
Price from
Rp 566,801
1 night, 2 adults

Beytsalam

Lamu (Near Shela)

Set in Lamu, 200 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Beytsalam offers accommodation with a garden, free WiFi, a shared kitchen, and luggage storage space.

M
Macharia
From
Kenya
We had a fantastic stay! The hotel is in a perfect location—close to everything we needed. The breakfast was absolutely delicious, and the amenities were top-notch. What really made the experience stand out was the warm and friendly staff who went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Communication with the host was also excellent—responsive, clear, and helpful throughout. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
Price from
Rp 1,384,614
1 night, 2 adults

Wildebeeste Lamu

Lamu (Near Shela)

Offering a terrace and quiet street view, Wildebeeste Lamu is situated in Lamu, 300 metres from Lamu Fort and 300 metres from Gallery Baraka.

N
Nomadic Leni
From
United Kingdom
Very accommodating staff, who showed me around the main points of interest. The room was spacious and had access to a shared kitchen. Central location, good wifi. Great view from the roof top.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews
Price from
Rp 291,499
1 night, 2 adults
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Most booked holiday rentals in Shela and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Shela

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Shela

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Shela

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Shela

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 208 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 210 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

These holiday rentals in Shela and nearby have options with free cancellation

  • Kijani Hotel

    Lamu
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

    Featuring a swimming pool and tropical gardens, Kijani Hotel is situated on the coast of Lamu Island, along the Indian Ocean. The décor comes with natural handmade furniture, lanterns and ornaments.

  • Jannataan Hotel

    Lamu
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

    Located in Lamu, Jannataan Hotel offers 2-star accommodation with an indoor pool and a garden.

  • Jua House

    Lamu
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 284 reviews

    Situated within 500 metres of Shela Beach and 200 metres of Mnarani House in Lamu, Jua House provides accommodation with seating area. The bed and breakfast features city views and a sun terrace.

  • Banana House and Wellness Centre

    Lamu
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 208 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Banana House and Wellness Centre is located in Shela village, Lamu 2.7 km from Gallery Baraka. The property is set 2.8 km from Lamu Fort.

  • Shella White House

    Lamu
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

    Situated just 10 metres from the Lamu beachfront, Shella white house features a restaurant and a rooftop veranda with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.

  • Mangrove House

    Lamu
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

    Featuring a terrace with sea views, a private beach area and a garden, Mangrove House can be found in Lamu, close to Manda Beach and 600 metres from Mnarani House.

  • Beytul Habaib

    Lamu
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

    Situated 200 metres from Gallery Baraka and 200 metres from Lamu Fort, Beytul Habaib features free WiFi and units fitted with a kitchen, balcony and seating area.

  • Stopover Guest House and Restaurant

    Lamu
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Stopover Guest House and Restaurant is a 3-star property located in Lamu, facing the sea.

Enjoy breakfast in Shela and nearby

  • Jamala Guesthouse

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Jamala Guesthouse provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 200 metres from Lamu Museum.

  • Beytsalam

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews

    Set in Lamu, 200 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Beytsalam offers accommodation with a garden, free WiFi, a shared kitchen, and luggage storage space.

  • Samaki House

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews

    Providing garden views, a garden and free WiFi, Samaki House provides accommodation well located in Lamu, within a short distance of 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Lamu Museum and Lamu Fort.

  • Subira House

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 210 reviews

    This historical Arabian-style building is located in the UNESCO-listed town of Lamu. It is less than 300 metres from the seafront and 3 km from the white sandy beach.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

    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.

  • JamboHouse Lamu

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews

    JamboHouse Lamu is set in Lamu, 300 metres from Gallery Baraka, 500 metres from Lamu Museum, and 500 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

  • Umma House

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

    Set within 200 metres of 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 400 metres of Lamu Museum in Lamu, Swahili Dreams Apartments offers accommodation with a kitchen.

Highly rated holiday rentals in Shela and nearby

  • Wildebeeste Lamu

    Lamu
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews

    Offering a terrace and quiet street view, Wildebeeste Lamu is situated in Lamu, 300 metres from Lamu Fort and 300 metres from Gallery Baraka.

  • Amu House

    Lamu
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews

    Located within 200 metres of Lamu Fort and 200 metres of Lamu Museum in Lamu, Amu House provides accommodation with seating area.

  • Andavelo House

    Lamu
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

    With sea views, Andavelo House is located in Lamu and has a restaurant, free shuttle service, bar, garden, sun terrace and year-round outdoor pool.

  • Beytsalaam Apartments

    Lamu
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

    Beytsalaam Apartments is set in Lamu, 200 metres from Lamu Museum, 400 metres from Lamu Fort, and 600 metres from Gallery Baraka.

Holiday rentals that guests love in Shela

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  • Avg. price/night: Rp 728,744
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
    Very nice, affordable and well located house in Shela with the most amazing helpful staff, highly recommended! Breakfast was also very good and you have a nice view over the village from the comfortable lounge area at the rooftop. I would definitly stay there again.
    Guest review by
    Esther
    Group
gogless