Off Cornishe Path, 08500 Lamu, Kenya
#18 of 23 hotels in Lamu
Guests' ChoiceBased on 188 hotel reviews
7.5Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.8
Location
8.1
Facilities
7.5
Staff
8.8
Value for money
7.9
Free WiFi
5.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 13 May 2024
Lawmak
CanadaThe shower was ok. No good toiletries. No AC.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Botho
BotswanaThe hotel is a little further from the beach than advertised/expected. The breakfast menu needs some variety and more options. The comfort of the room needs upgrading. It needs new and comfortable mattresses for both the bed and the outside beds as well as new and softer linens and towels.
The view from our room was amazing 😍 . The staff is excellent. They were very friendly, warm and welcoming, always ready to provide information and assistance. Their service was top-notch. Joel and the rest of the team were wonderful. The room including the balcony had a lot of space and plenty of areas to just sit and relax. The hotel is in a quiet area which is perfect when you're on holiday to rest and relax.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Philip
United KingdomI did not like that you had to choose your breakfast the day before....other than that everything was good
rooms were nice for a short stay.... and breakfast was also nice but simple... locations was a little hidden but overall was a good stay... nice small pool and friendly staff..
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Miky
SlovakiaGreat place to stay in Shela! We've got 2 spacious rooms on the highest floor with ocean and island view, connected by a huge terasse with places to lounge. Beds comfortable and equipped with a mosquito set. Ventilators working well, although the heat could not be beated. The staff was extremely helpful, satisfying all our needs, always smiling. The rooftop restaurant also has incredible views over the island and sea, sunrise and sunset with a breeze. Food - breakfast and dinner - was delicious. The place is highly recommended!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Claire
United KingdomIt was very warm this time of year so some extra fans in the room would be great, but it wasn't a huge issue.
We truly enjoyed the friendliness of the staff and the rooftop restaurant/hang out area was exceptional. Spent most of the holiday enjoying that view!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 20 March 2024
Kendall
United KingdomSome nights without power and ceiling fans meant sleeping under the mosquito net was very hot.
Large and lovely private terrace with a beautiful view of the water. Clean and spacious room. Central Shela, it's easy to reach all you need in the village. Breakfast was fine and the staff were all very polite and friendly! Would recommend.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Philip
United Kingdomall good
breakfast was very slow...and often of the fwe things available some were not available.... but was OK
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 February 2024
Kwasi
KenyaPillows not very comfortable
Fairly priced Close to many eateries and the Shela jetty Good food Great, helpful & pleasant staff
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 12 February 2024
Marta
EstoniaThere wasnt AC and
Style . Kind people.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 6 January 2024
Wanjiru
KenyaThe shower drain was slightly clogged. My experience at night with the watchman was not that great; he was not as professional and when I was trying to get back into the hotel past midnight, I was at the door for a long time before he opened.
Breakfast was great, with fresh fruits. The rooftop restaurant has a really great view of Lamu and the ocean. The rooms have a balcony area that is great to sit and relax. Especially loved the Lamu architecture.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 4 January 2024
Brian
Abkhazia, GeorgiaRoom service is very slow. Laundry is very inefficient.
Location is incredible and the room has a great balcony. Though the room is smaller than surrounding stays.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 22 December 2023
Umaru
UgandaThe Staff
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 27 November 2023
Nanette
CanadaThere was no hot water but it wasn’t a problem given the heat. The room was dark, and noisy in the early morning.
The hotel has a beautiful balcony upstairs. My room was large with a nice balcony and bathroom. The breakfast and evening meals were excellent.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 26 November 2023
Eva
KenyaThe swahili breakfast was delicious 😋. Loved it!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 14 November 2023
Matthew
KenyaNothing all was good
The staff where very friendly and helpful The view of Lamu and the beach at night and in the morning is exceptional
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 10 November 2023
Sarah
FranceWe stayed 4 nights and no-one came to clean our room.
This was a lovely hotel and we had a wonderful stay. I didn't expect the architectre would be so beautiful but then I had no idea about the architechtural style of Lamu before I arrived. We were in the luxury suite that I would say is really important. I wouldn't be able to review the other rooms, but we had the most incrediblly terrace with swinging bed, table, sofa and beautiful views. The breakfasts were good and the food of the restaurant was extremely good and it was on the roof so lovely views. It was very quiet when we were there so we sometimes had the whole roof to ourselves, like a private restaurant. The place is also situated 5 minutes from the beach. Please note that to get to the really really nice beaches you have to walk about 10-15 minutes, but there is not a hotel or café in site which is great but you should bring your own refreshments. Last thing, the staff were wonderful, so friendly and helpful and just great.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 2 November 2023
Baxter
United KingdomDelvis was an absolute legend in helping us organise trips and activities
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 1 November 2023
Meaghan
CanadaThere is no AC and room could get quite warm. There was no hot water for the shower but given the weather we didn't mind so much.
Offered a great breakfast, nice location in Shela and friendly staff.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 29 October 2023
Tim
United KingdomBit hot in room
Nice staff
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 28 October 2023
Andrew
DenmarkWe had no problems
Beautiful location and hotel. Staff was amazing. Only a short walk to Shela beach. The whole family had a great time!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 26 October 2023
Jordan
KenyaI wish drinking water (besides the small bottle upon check-in) came with the room and breakfast, but I suppose not providing it is standard at many places. It would also have been nice if they provided shampoo and conditioner in addition to the soap. I made sure I brought my own in case which was a good call.
My stay at Msafini Hotel was great! The staff (including but not limited to Joshua, Dickson, and Davis) were exceedingly kind and friendly and I can tell that they went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable. I really enjoyed the large breakfasts included with an array of options to choose from and I could also choose when and where I wanted to take my breakfast. My room was on the top floor with a stunning view and the location was convenient with the jetty and Shela Beach close by. I got my money's worth for 3 nights.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 15 October 2023
Dusan_aus
Czech RepublicDifficult to find the location
Very nice style. Nice service, welcoming. Great breakfast with amazing view.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 19 September 2023
Ingrid
NetherlandsAll was perfect
We had a room on the third floor with an enormous balcony. The staff is more than great. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 12 September 2023
Eleonora
United KingdomWe had some problems with the hot water, that was necessary only for our kids, but the staff provided us with a flask of hot water and a bucket.
Nice and comfy, really clean and, because we were on the third floor, it was mosquitoes free!
Stayed in September 2023
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