Msafini Hotel | Hotel in Lamu

7.8 (211 Reviews) |  3 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Shela Hotel | Msafini Hotel

Hotel in Shela, Lamu

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 , views of the pool, ocean and sand dunes and is equipped with an private bathroom fitted with a hot shower . Offering views of the pool, sea, dunes and the entire village, the on-site restaurant is located on the top floor and features authentic Swahili cuisine. Cultural activities and experiences around Shela can be arranged at a fee.

Msafini Hotel is located in Lamu.

This 14 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Entertainment, Laundry, Pool, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 211 reviews with the average score of 7.8 . Coming to Lamu and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Pool
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Skiing
Wellness Facilities
Restaurant
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Fruit
  • Restaurant
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Activities
  • Skiing
  • Cooking class
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Fishing
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Themed dinners
  • Massage
  • Windsurfing
  • Walking tours
  • Canoeing
  • Aerobics
  • Entertainment staff
  • Happy hour
  • Snorkeling
  • Yoga classes
General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Safe
Guest Services
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Laundry
  • Currency exchange
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Packed lunches
  • Concierge
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Private check-in/out
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Ironing service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Tour desk
  • Shuttle service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Sun deck
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Contactless check-in/out
Skiing
  • Ski school
  • Ski storage
  • Ski rental on site
  • Ski-in, ski-out access
  • Ski pass vendor
Spa
  • Swimming pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Public transit tickets
  • Airport pickup
  • Airport drop-off

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.94
Location:
8.09
Staff:
8.81
Facilities:
7.48
Comfort:
7.86
Cleanliness:
7.67
Caroline
Aug 29, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
Kenya
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Standard Double Room with Balcony
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Standard Double Room with Balcony

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower, Slippers, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Body soap, Toilet, Towels

Outdoors

Balcony, Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

General

Private entrance, Carpeted, Trash cans, Mosquito net, Interconnecting room(s) available, Fan

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

Garden view, City view, Pool view

Kitchen

Dining table, Cleaning products

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels
Triple Room with Balcony
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 28 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower, Slippers, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Body soap, Toilet, Towels

Outdoors

Balcony, Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

General

Private entrance, Carpeted, Trash cans, Mosquito net, Interconnecting room(s) available, Fan

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet

View

Garden view, City view, Pool view

Kitchen

Dining table, Cleaning products

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels
King Suite with Sea View
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 31 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
2 Sofa bed Bed
King Suite with Sea View

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower, Slippers, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Body soap, Toilet, Towels

Outdoors

Terrace, Outdoor dining area, Balcony, Patio, Outdoor furniture

Kitchen

Dining table, Refrigerator, Cleaning products

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

General

Private entrance, Carpeted, Trash cans, Mosquito net, Interconnecting room(s) available, Fan

View

City view, Pool view, Garden view, View, Sea view

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels
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