Pwani Guest House, Shela Village Hot

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Accommodation at Pwani Guest House

Set directly behind Peponi Hotel Pwani Guest House is a backpacker's favourite. With a great location in the heart of Shela only steps from the beach, the no-frills Guest House features 5 rooms (doubles, triples and family) all with partial views of the Lamu channel.

 

2nd Floor Room6

 

Staff & Dining

There is a kitchen on the ground floor which can be used to cook meals. Mwinyi the house manager and chef who has been working at Pwani for almost 20 years is an attentive and friendly host.

 

Photos & Rooms

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Lamu.org Tip

Pwani is usually booked months in advance for August and December. The Top Floor or Second Floor Balcony Rooms are perfect for a family getaway with a great sea breeze and excellent oceanviews. Ask your host to order a crate of beer or wine and enjoy some drinks on the Top Floor terrace featuring stunning oceanviews and great lounging space for up to 10 guests.

 

Rates at Pwani Guest House

Book with Lamu.org and receive up to a 10% discount off the lowest advertised rates!
Simply fill-out the form on the left to make your booking.

Low Season B&B from EUR 50 per night

Mid Season B&B from EUR 60 per night

High Season B&B from EUR 80 per night

Rates include Lamu airport boat transfers and B&B accommodation.

Resident discount rates available. Please inquire.

 

Reservations

To make a booking and get the lowest rates online please fill-out the form on the left or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Upon confirming rates and availability, you will receive an electronic invoice and a deposit can then be made by credit card, paypal, m-pesa or bank transfer to confirm your booking.

On receipt of your deposit, we will send you a receipt, confirmation, and voucher for your stay. The balance of the rental is due prior to or upon your arrival.

Cancellation fees may apply.

Guest Reviews

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Reviewed by Marcy   

Quaint and Romantic

Pwani is a rare find in Shela. Thank you Lamu.org! While most houses and hotels are quite pricey, Pwani is unbelievably well priced with a great location overlooking the Lamu Channel. Our host was very friendly and we felt very safe in Shela and the surrounding islands despite what appear to be exaggerated security advisories issued by embassies and hyped up my the media. I look forward to coming back next year. We had the top corner room with a great 180 degree oceanview and a great open layout. Definitely highly recommended!

Stayed January 2012

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Has 4 double rooms and 1 triple, the top double room is the best, though all have bathrooms (cold water), fans and mosquito nets, set in an old house with some nice traditional plasterwork and well managed. There is a small dining room downstairs, where it is possible to organize meals that include seafood and Swahili dishes and the rooftop terrace has fine views.

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Reviewed by Sheryl   

Great Price. Great People.

Wonderful rooms with roof terrace overlooking the beach. Its a gorgeous place and at a great price! Lamu Town itself is quite noisy so if you're going for rest and relaxation Pwani in Shela a great choice.

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