The 10 best cheap hotels in Shela, Kenya

The best cheap hotels in Shela

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Mbibo House in the Shela Dunes

Located in Shela, 500 metres from Manda Beach, Mbibo House in the Shela Dunes offers accommodation with free WiFi, a terrace or a balcony and access to a garden and an outdoor pool.

Andreas

From

Germany

Perfect quiet oasis to relax, to discover Shela village, to explore the beach with helpful and friendly staff

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Price from

US$350

1 night, 2 adults

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Milimani Villa-Fully airconditioned Villa

Shela

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, mountain view and a terrace, Milimani Villa-Fully airconditioned Villa is set in Shela.

Nicola

From

United Kingdom

This house is palatial - It is vast with loads of lovely chill-out spaces, every room is spacious, all the bedrooms have massive en-suites, and everything is spotless and incredibly comfortable. It is a new brand build but it has been done in a tasteful traditional Swahili style (but with all mod cons). The pool was great - it has a shallow end where you can sit and cool off and a deep section where you can dive. It was extremely hot in Shela in Jan so I would say a pool was essential for a comfortable holiday at that time of year. There is a vast roof terrace where we star gazed and chatted at night. The kids had movie nights on the smart TV which meant we could relax and chat elsewhere. We were two families (4 adults and 4 kids) and we didn't even use one of the bedrooms as the place is so big. The staff were very helpful and kept the place tidy and clean at all times. We hired a chef during the visit at a very reasonable rate - we ate breakfast and dinner at home and ate out during the day - he cooked everything we requested very well and the meals were all delicious. He also did all our food shopping which was very helpful. I liked staying in the dunes behind Shela (you get to see a bit of real Shela life on the way) but it is worth knowing that the house is not right on the seafront. It takes about 10 mins to walk to the sea/cafes. However, the location is reflected in the price - it was extremely good value indeed considering it was such an amazing house.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Price from

US$240

1 night, 2 adults

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Furaha House

Shela

Offering sea views, Furaha House is an accommodation located in Shela, 200 metres from Shela Beach and 400 metres from Mnarani House. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony.

Danielle

From

Denmark

Great place. Lovely and welcoming host!! Sea view from the balcony and roof top. Just amazing!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3

Very good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Price from

US$70

1 night, 2 adults

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JamboHouse Lamu

Lamu (Near Shela)

JamboHouse Lamu is set in Lamu, 300 metres from Gallery Baraka, 500 metres from Lamu Museum, and 500 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

BackpackerWind

From

China

It was a great trip to Lamu. The hotel owner will give you a map with detailed information about Lamu and will also tell you the transportation price in advance for reference. The view from the rooftop tower is great, you can watch the sunrise, the breakfast is delicious, the room is very comfortable, and I had many great conversations with the owner in the evening. I hope the business will continue to improve.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews

Price from

US$25

1 night, 2 adults

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Jua House

Lamu (Near Shela)

Situated within 500 metres of Shela Beach and 200 metres of Mnarani House in Lamu, Jua House provides accommodation with seating area. The bed and breakfast features city views and a sun terrace.

Elizabet

From

Italy

Great breakfast and warm staff.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews

Price from

US$135

1 night, 2 adults

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Shela Bliss

Lamu (Near Shela)

Featuring a shared lounge and views of garden, Shela Bliss is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Lamu, 400 metres from Manda Beach.

Enas

From

Lebanon

I loved my time at Shela Bliss. The owner was so kind, always available to help, organized fun activities every day, and made amazing breakfasts with fresh juices every morning. Felt like staying with a friend! I was really impressed by how clean and well-kept the place was. The rooms, bathrooms, and common areas were all fresh and tidy-it made the stay so comfortable. Abdullah clearly takes pride in the place, and it shows! Would happily stay again.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

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US$135

1 night, 2 adults

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Sai Shanti House

Lamu (Near Shela)

Featuring garden views, Sai Shanti House provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 300 metres from Manda Beach.

Rocio

From

Netherlands

Everything. The place is awesome and the host super kind and helpful. And I couldn't believe how fresh the apartment was when outside it was overwhelmingly hot!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Price from

US$32.40

1 night, 2 adults

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Sai Shanti House

Lamu (Near Shela)

Featuring accommodation with a balcony, Sai Shanti House is set in Lamu. The apartment, housed in a building dating from 2002, is 200 metres from the Mnarani House.

Tony

From

Kenya

Excellent centrally located, nicely equipped apartment, wonderful host Chris. I’ll be back for sure

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

Price from

US$49.50

1 night, 2 adults

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Banana Shamba Estate

Lamu (Near Shela)

Located in Lamu, near Manda Beach and Mnarani House, Banana Shamba Estate is a recently renovated property, featuring free WiFi, a garden and barbecue facilities.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Price from

US$35

1 night, 2 adults

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Amu House

Lamu (Near Shela)

Located within 200 metres of Lamu Fort and 200 metres of Lamu Museum in Lamu, Amu House provides accommodation with seating area.

Elisabeth

From

Switzerland

AMU house is a beautiful old and carefully restaured historical house. And the terrace on the roof top is perfect for relaxing and reading. The right place when you prefer the authentic life of Lamu to the touristy places of Shela. Thank you, Mary and Hussein for your hospitality, for your time, for organizing a stunning sailing trip, and for our unforgettable walk on Manda Island.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews

Price from

US$50

1 night, 2 adults

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All cheap hotels in Shela

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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