Subira House, Lamu
Overview
Located within 5 minutes' walk of Lamu Museum, the 4-star Subira House Bed & Breakfast Lamu includes 8 rooms with views of the patio. Situated just near Lamu Old Town, the historic bed & breakfast features an à la carte restaurant serving local cuisine.
Location
This hotel is located in old part of Lamu, 0.2 miles from 18th Century Swahili House Museum. Kikoy/Kanga Shop also lies fairly close to the accommodation.
Approximately 10 minutes' drive from the Lamu hotel, guests will also find The Fort of Shela.
For those traveling from afar, Lamu airport is 30 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
Certain rooms have an adjoining terrace and a balcony for your convenience. These bright rooms also have a coffee maker as well as an individual safe to keep your belongings safe. Providing a bathtub and a walk-in shower, the bathrooms also have towels.
Eat & Drink
The Subira House Bed & Breakfast Lamu features Karkadeh restaurant.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Locker room
- ATM/Cash machine
- Hairdresser
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkeling
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Babysitting/Child services
- Playpen
- Children's buffet
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Beauty treatment
- Massage
Room features
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Recommended for:
Swim with Whale Sharks
Join guided snorkeling excursions to observe whale sharks in their natural habitat, offered through local operators.
Explore Takwa Ruins
Visit the 16th-century Takwa Ruins on Manda Island, featuring preserved Swahili settlement structures and mosque.
Attend Lamu Festival Events
Participate in the Lamu Festival's cultural events at Lamu Fort, including traditional poetry recitations and dhow races.
Visit Permaculture Farm
Take a day trip to a local permaculture farm to learn about sustainable agriculture practices and organic food production.
Location
Central Location
Lamu is near Lamu Fort, National Museums of Kenya-Lamu Museum, and Lamu Old Town, a UNESCO site.
Lamu Old Town Neighborhood
Lamu Old Town is a historic district rich in Swahili culture, featuring Takwa Ruins and the vibrant local market.
Dining Options
Peponi Hotel Restaurant, The Majlis Restaurant, and Whispers Coffeeshop offer seafood, Italian cuisine, and local coffee specialties.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants