Places to stay near Ras Kitau

Jaha House Shela

Welcome to our peaceful Swahili style house, perfect for those seeking a true Lamu experience. The house features a luxurious pool room and lounge on the ground floor. Four spacious double bedrooms with adjoining bathrooms for your privacy and comfort. The large reception room above is ideal for hosting large dinners. The top terrace is a hidden gem, perfect for lounging and enjoying the sea views while taking in the beauty of the village. Jaha, an authentic and comfortable stay in Shela.

Swahili Dreams Apartments number 3

Welcome to our exquisite Swahili-style apartment, thoughtfully designed to provide a captivating experience for our esteemed guests. This spacious unit boasts one generously sized bedrooms, accompanied by its own ensuite bathroom, ensuring both comfort and convenience. There is also an additional decent sized bed in the main room. All the common areas, such as the indoor swimming pool, are easily accessible for our guests. We eagerly anticipate the pleasure of your visit in the near future!

Exclusive Beach House, Shela Lamu, Kenya

Located 100 m from the Indian ocean, the house consists of 4 en suite rooms amongst which 2 master bedrooms and 2 standard berooms. Please note that we limit the number of guests to a maximum of 6 in order to preserve the house, avoid stressing our staff and maximise your experience as a guest. Each room is self contained and has a queen size bed. Two of the master bedrooms have their own private outside verandah. The house is let with a Cook who does also all the shopping and a House boy.

House Kiru

Surrounded by century old baobabs, Nyumba Kiru is a stunning villa facing the ocean. Our house can welcome large group (14 pax) or just a couple for a romantic weekend. We rent out the whole house from 2 to 14 pax so you will never have to share with anyone. Nyumba Kiru has a pool, dining areas, bar, kitchen, umbrella and sun bed around the pool and on the beach. Wifi access and TV/DVD system. The house runs on solar system and generator.

Naima's House-Near Shela beach on Lamu Island

Sunrise, sunset and the warm waters of the Indian Ocean await you at this lovely house, 5-minutes from the beach. Shops around the corner. Delicious Swahili food abounds. Sunny, breezy, 3- bedroom home (sleeps 6) with lots of space and a garden. Great rooftop verandah with mini-fridge. Great wifi and work space. Huge, fully equipped kitchen. All rooms have ceiling and standing fans. This house comes with a full time staff/cook.

Design Lover’s Dream, featured in WOI magazine '23

Interiors featured internationally in books and magazines, most recently in World of Interiors (Sept 2023). With its centuries-old charm, the White House offers a truly unique stay-full of character, lovingly maintained, infused with local heritage and of course a great pool! Your stay includes: - daily housekeeping - a private chef (Thomas) - airport pickup - daily breakfast - purified water - internet - organic toiletries

British cottage

Perfect for a single or couple It is very cosy It has everything you need from the kitchen,television and a speaker It doesn’t have hot water because you don’t need it in lamu Chef can be arranged with extra cost Laundry also can be with one of the staff with out any extra cost Please once you are booked let me know your arrival time one day before Thank you Note that it is next to school but it is not that bad

Small family house in Shela

Kahindi takes care of laundry, shopping, cooking and more. He stays at the ground floor and has been helping out since the house was built. There is a Starlink Internet connection dedicated to the house. Please ask Kahindi for details.

Tamarind House

Tamarind House will seduce you with its tranquillity and its breathtaking views. You will love its simplicity and authentic environment. A breezy balcony allows you to relax and enjoy the sea, garden and village views.