The Best Hotels Closest to Shela Beach in Lamu for 2026

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Our top choices for Shela Beach hotels

Royal Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Aromatherapy, deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, body scrubs

1. The Majlis Hotel

1.4 km from Shela Beach

Paula

₩787,444

₩929,187 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

2. Shella Bahari Guest House

1.1 km from Shela Beach

"The location is great. But the property owner wasn't honoring expedia booking . Since it was late (5:30pm) , he allowed me to stay one night but next day I had to check out. Overpriced for the quality or upkeep of the lace. It is great for people looking for unconventional family owned traditional set up but a non for business travellers. Only one electrical point for charging in one room was another turndown "

Rajesh

₩187,317

₩221,034 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

Desk, WiFi (free), individually decorated, bed sheets

3. Dudu Villas n Cottages

1.8 km from Shela Beach

₩27,913

₩32,937 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

4. Stopover Guest House Shela

1.1 km from Shela Beach

₩126,707

₩149,514 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

5. Morocco House

1 km from Shela Beach

₩119,310

₩140,786 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

6. Dudu Villas N Backpackers

1 km from Shela Beach

₩77,552

₩91,511 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

7. The Majlis

1.4 km from Shela Beach

₩640,695

₩756,018 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Indoor pool, 3 outdoor pools, sun loungers

8. Lamu House Hotel

Lamu Old Town, 3.8 km from Shela Beach

martin

₩209,194

₩246,849 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

9. Sea Shells Inn

Lamu Old Town, 3.8 km from Shela Beach

Aran

₩14,496

₩17,105 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

10. Jannataan Hotel

Lamu Old Town, 3.7 km from Shela Beach

ROLAND

₩64,427

₩76,024 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

11. Lamu Sunsail Hotel

Lamu Old Town, 3.8 km from Shela Beach

"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...

David

₩41,757

₩49,273 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

12. Wiyoni Royals Lamu

Lamu Old Town, 3.6 km from Shela Beach

₩120,503

₩142,194 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

Standard Double Room | WiFi (free), individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

13. Jambo House lamu

Lamu Old Town, 3.7 km from Shela Beach

₩92,919

₩109,644 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

14. Jannat House Lamu

Lamu Old Town, 4.1 km from Shela Beach

₩133,042

₩156,990 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

15. Jamala Guesthouse Lamu

Lamu Old Town, 3.7 km from Shela Beach

₩88,695

₩104,660 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

Deluxe Twin Room | WiFi (free), bed sheets

16. Kitendetini Bahari Hotel Lamu

Lamu Old Town, 4 km from Shela Beach

₩77,432

₩91,370 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

Family Apartment | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels

17. Beytul Habaib Lamu

4.6 km from Shela Beach

₩107,701

₩127,087 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

Deluxe Double Room | WiFi (free), bed sheets

18. Stopover Guest House Lamu Town

Lamu Old Town, 4.2 km from Shela Beach

₩107,701

₩127,087 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

Standard Double Room | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Single Room | WiFi (free), bed sheets

19. Lamu Archipelago Villa Hotel

Lamu Old Town, 3.3 km from Shela Beach

₩63,354

₩74,758 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

Standard Twin Room, Balcony, City View | Property grounds

Standard Double Room, Balcony, City View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

20. Beytsalam

Lamu Old Town, 4 km from Shela Beach

₩115,965

₩136,838 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

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Top Shela Beach Hotel Reviews

Lamu House Hotel

8/10 Good

"Beautiful hotel with lovely rooms, full of character. We had a very nice stay here. Only downsides were that the breakfast portions were very small….unnecessarily so…and the (main) restaurant waitress looked miserable, however the rest of the staff were lovely and the hotel is very nice."

The Majlis Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely lovely property."

Peponi Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"What an absolute gem. From the second you're greeted off the plane by the team who help you on the boat to the island until the moment you leave, everyone is super friendly including the dogs! Comfy giant beds, powerful showers, refreshing pool with lots of shady lounging spots, gorgeous vistas, delicious food, punchy cocktails and a long stretch of pristine beach. Great location for day trips or just unwinding on site. We will be back."

Kijani Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This was a cool relaxed place. The food, both breakfast and dinner, were good and there was evn gluten free banana pancakes 🙂. The staff were great and helped organise trips. The pool was as refreshing in the midday heat. Would definitely recommend. "

Other attractions near Shela Beach

Old Mosque

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting Old Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Shela.

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Manda Beach

9.4/10 (6 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Manda Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Manda Island.

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German Post Office Museum

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in German Post Office Museum in Lamu. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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Lamu Fort

8.8/10 (9 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Lamu with a trip to Lamu Fort. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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Lamu Museum

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Lamu Museum during your trip to Lamu. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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Takwa Ruins

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can find out about the history of Manda Island with a visit to Takwa Ruins.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shela Beach?

Shela Beach is located in Lamu. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 22 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Shela Beach?

Kijani Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and free breakfast. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Shela Beach. Other good choices within a short distance include Peponi Hotel and The Majlis Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Shela Beach?

Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Shela Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shela Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Shela Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Shela Beach?

To access more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Shela Beach, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Shela Beach?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at German Post Office Museum and Lamu Museum. Sights like Lamu Fort and Takwa Ruins highlight some of the local culture. Manda Beach and Old Mosque are some sights worth a visit in the area.

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Our top choices for Shela Beach hotels

1. The Majlis Hotel

2. Shella Bahari Guest House

3. Dudu Villas n Cottages

4. Stopover Guest House Shela

5. Morocco House

6. Dudu Villas N Backpackers

7. The Majlis

8. Lamu House Hotel

9. Sea Shells Inn

10. Jannataan Hotel

11. Lamu Sunsail Hotel

12. Wiyoni Royals Lamu

13. Jambo House lamu

14. Jannat House Lamu

15. Jamala Guesthouse Lamu

16. Kitendetini Bahari Hotel Lamu

17. Beytul Habaib Lamu

18. Stopover Guest House Lamu Town

19. Lamu Archipelago Villa Hotel

20. Beytsalam

Top Shela Beach Hotel Reviews

Lamu House Hotel

The Majlis Hotel

Peponi Hotel

Kijani Hotel

Other attractions near Shela Beach

Old Mosque

Manda Beach

German Post Office Museum

Lamu Fort

Lamu Museum

Takwa Ruins

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