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Msafini Hotel

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Off Cornishe Path, Lamu
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Great location
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Scored 7.6
Rated good
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Property highlights

  • Breakfast
    Good breakfast
  • Views
    Sea view, Balcony, City view, View
  • Wellness
    Massage
  • Free WiFi
    Internet services
  • Kitchen facilities
    Dining table, Refrigerator

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Tue 28 Oct 2025
Wed 29 Oct 2025
Approximate prices in USD for a 1-night stay
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Facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms

Reviews

Scored 7.6
Rated good
Location
Cleanliness
Value for money

Guests who stayed here loved:

Anna-louise
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We had an excellent stay at Msafini. The staff were wonderful and the facilities (for the price) were really great. Also super location that is in walking distance of...”
Nora
Kenya Kenya
“Very friendly staff, great view from the room, close to Shela town. Great value considering how affordable it is. Food was delicious as well!”
Ines
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely local hotel at the heart of Shela, offering a great rooftop view with welcoming and helpful staff!”
Adam
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The view on the rooftop for breakfast was fantastic. Delicious fresh fruit for breakfast every day. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly.”
Joan
Kenya Kenya
“Staff were very helpful and friendly. Fans for cooling worked well. Great location.”
Amy
South Africa South Africa
“Love the old school architecture, the pool and the roof top”
Craddick
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful King Suite with lots of seating areas and swing. Good breakfast served in room, choice made ahead of time. Nice swimming pool. Good location close to beaches and...”
Claire
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“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!”
Kendall
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“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...”
Philip
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“breakfast was very slow...and often of the fwe things available some were not available.... but was OK”

Standard Double Room with Balcony

Fits: 2 adults
Bed: 1 large double bed

269 feet² Cleaning products Toilet paper City view Carpeted Balcony Garden view Pool view

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Triple Room with Balcony

Fits: 4 adults x 4
Beds: 2 single beds , 1 double bed

301 feet² Cleaning products Toilet paper City view Carpeted Balcony Garden view Pool view

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King Suite with Sea View

Fits: 3 adults
Bedroom:
1 single bed ,
1 double bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds

334 feet² Cleaning products Toilet paper City view Carpeted Balcony Sea view Garden view

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Property surroundings

Off Cornishe Path, 08500 Lamu, Kenya
—Great location

Property description

Located in Shela, 2 minutes' walk from Shela beach and a 10 minutes' boat ride from Lamu Town UNESCO Heritage Site, Msafini Hotel offers an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Free WiFi access is available. Each room features a balcony ,...

  • Check-in
    From 12:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
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  • Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    		Free
    3 - 9 years
    Extra bed upon request
    		US$25 per child, per night
    10+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    		US$30 per person, per night

    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The maximum number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the room you choose. Please check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Msafini Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

  • If you want to request something specific, you can do that after you choose your rate.

    Once you book, we'll provide details so you can contact the property directly.

  • This property is part of our Preferred Partner Programme. It is committed to providing commendable service and good value. It will pay us a higher commission if you make a booking.
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