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Dudu Villas N Backpackers

Dudu Villas N Backpackers
2.0 star property
Lamu
The price is ฿1,710
฿2,017 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Dudu Villas N Backpackers

Morocco House

Morocco House
3.0 star property
Lamu
The price is ฿2,630
฿3,103 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Morocco House

Jannataan Hotel

Jannataan Hotel
3.0 star property
Lamu Old Town
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1)
"The old world charm, friendly and helpful staff. Excellent swimming pool. "
Australia
ROLAND
The price is ฿1,420
฿1,676 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Jannataan Hotel

Lamu Sunsail Hotel

Lamu Sunsail Hotel
3.0 star property
Lamu Old Town
4.0 out of 10, (3)
"I reserved and paid back in October. When we arrived on Jan 11 -- we were told that our reservation was cancelled. In fact they were hosting a wedding - and cancelled our reservation without any warning. They proposed a disgusting replacement hotel (one-star backpacker hotel) which was 30€ per night rather than the 90€ per night we paid. We wasted 2 hours of limited time in beautiful Lamu. They refused to reimburse us and refused to send an email confirming that they cancelled a paid reservation...
France
David
The price is ฿2,840
฿3,352 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Lamu Sunsail Hotel

The Majlis Hotel

The Majlis Hotel
3.5 star property
Manda Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (16)
"Our transfer was by Hotel complimentary boat from the airport ( makes sure you organise a few days before ). Our room was a junior suite, it was huge. The island is paradise. Everyone super friendly, happy & helpful."
United Kingdom
Paula
The price is ฿15,780
฿18,621 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
The Majlis Hotel

Wiyoni Royals Lamu

Wiyoni Royals Lamu
3.0 star property
Lamu Old Town
2.0 out of 10, (1)
The price is ฿1,867
฿2,203 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
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.