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Tonight
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Tomorrow
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Next weekend
4 Sept - 6 Sept
In two weeks
11 Sept - 13 Sept

Our top choices for Shela beach hotels

Front of property
Beach
View from room
Classic Suite, Ocean View, Beachfront | View from room

1. Kijani Hotel

Kijani Hotel
Lamu
  • Barefoot luxury on the beach with ocean-view dining and abundant water sports from snorkelling to surfing.
€233
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Kijani Hotel
Exterior
Restaurant
Exterior
Interior

2. Morocco House

Morocco House
Lamu
€86
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Morocco House
Room, Terrace
Room, Terrace
Terrace/patio
Room, Balcony

3. Shella Bahari Guest House

Shella Bahari Guest House
Lamu
€136
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Shella Bahari Guest House
Property grounds
Balcony
Double Room
Gazebo

4. Dudu Villas N Backpackers

Dudu Villas N Backpackers
Lamu
€56
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Dudu Villas N Backpackers
Beach
Exterior
Pool
Room

5. Luxury beachfront holiday house, pool garden all sea views, Forodhani House Lamu

Luxury beachfront holiday house, pool garden all sea views, Forodhani House Lamu
Lamu
  • Relax on pristine sands at this coastal villa, where kayaking and beach loungers await.
€796
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Luxury beachfront holiday house, pool garden all sea views, Forodhani House Lamu
Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Terrace/patio
Junior Suite, Ocean View
Pool
Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Terrace/patio

6. Lamu House Hotel

Lamu House Hotel
Lamu Old Town
  • Seaside serenity at this Art Deco retreat, where three outdoor pools and direct beach access create the ultimate coastal escape.
€151
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Lamu House Hotel
Front of property
Terrace/patio
Standard Room
Living area

7. Lamu Sunsail Hotel

Lamu Sunsail Hotel
Lamu Old Town
€30
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Lamu Sunsail Hotel
Bar (on property)
Spa
View from property
Royal Suite

8. The Majlis Hotel

The Majlis Hotel
Manda Island
€570
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Majlis Hotel
Staircase
Exterior detail
Room
Interior

9. Sea Shells Inn

Sea Shells Inn
Lamu Old Town
€10
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Sea Shells Inn
Beach/ocean view
Room
Meeting facility
Dining

10. Wiyoni Royals Lamu

Wiyoni Royals Lamu
Lamu Old Town
€87
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Wiyoni Royals Lamu
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Frequently asked questions

What is Shela like for travellers who love the beach?
Find a great place to stay in Shela, which has a lot to offer the traveller looking to book a beach holiday.
What's the best hotel to stay near the beach in Shela?
Peponi Hotel is a top beachfront hotel offering 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges, located within a short 1-minute walk of Shela Beach . Kijani Hotel is another good option to stay near the beach.
When's the best time for a beach holiday in Shela?
You can plan your beach trip with a look at year-round temperatures in Shela: The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are August and September, with an average of 26°C. Average annual precipitation for Shela is 736 mm.
What is there to see and do around Shela?
After arriving and settling in at your accommodation of choice, you might want to venture out and explore. Beach lovers can spend some quality time by the water at Manda Beach. Discover a variety of local attractions, which include Shela Beach and Old Mosque. You can also pay a visit to Lamu Fort or Takwa Ruins for more to see and do.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Shela?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Shela more easily: The closest major airport is in Lamu (LAU-Manda), located 2.5 mi (4 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.