Shela, Kenya

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The scene of a great battle and massacre in the mid 18th century, Shela (also spelled Shella) is today a refuge for well-healed tourists in the know. Situated on the northwest tip of Lamu Island, this tiny village with but a minaret is in the throws of a high-end tourist boom. The old houses, many of which have been bought by foreigners, are now extravagant holiday homes. And while many have been stylishly refurbished, there is only way to describe others, kitsch. But don’t let the jet set deter you; the trek along the dirt lane from Lamu leads you right to the beach, an endless stretch of sand that is accessible to everyone.

Shela Photo Gallery
Shela Photo Gallery
Shela Photo Gallery
Shela Photo Gallery
 
 
Shela hotels and accommodation

Kijani House Hotel

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Type of Accommodation: hotel / motel

Lamu, Coast 80500

tel: +254 42 633235/6/7

The Kijani House Hotel in Shela is both elegant and unassuming. Situated on the footpath between Lamu town and Shela, the hotel's whitewashed walls and rich brown door veil ten stylishly decorated rooms and a lush tropical garden. Rates are B&B, half and full board.
Restaurant
Swimming Pool
Snorkeling
Fishing
Boating & Sailing
Kijani House Hotel Photo Gallery

Peponi Hotel

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Type of Accommodation: hotel / motel

Lamu, Coast 80500

tel: +254 (0) 42 633421/2/3 or
+254 (0)42 633154

The small, 24-room Peponi Hotel in Shela is the preferred address of the hip crowd on Lamu Island. If money is no object that is. Situated on a promontory, Peponi offers commanding views of Manda Beach. At high tide, there is no beach. The hotel restaurant is excellent, the prices European.
Restaurant
Swimming Pool
Water sports
Snorkeling
Fishing
Boating & Sailing
Peponi Hotel Photo Gallery

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