Subira House, Lamu
Overview
The 4-star historical Subira House Bed & Breakfast Lamu offers quick access to 18th Century Swahili House Museum, situated around a 5-minute walk away. Located 0.2 miles from the squat castle "Lamu Fort", this bed & breakfast boasts local cuisine served at the onsite à la carte restaurant.
Location
The Lamu hotel is approximately 10 minutes' drive from Mnarani House and just near Kikoy/Kanga Shop. Guests can visit places of worship such as Masjid Riyadha Mosque, situated 0.2 miles from the Subira House Bed & Breakfast.
Within a 15-minute drive of this property, guests will also find The Fort of Shela.
For those traveling from afar, Lamu airport is 10 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
The rooms at Subira House Bed & Breakfast include a fan. Some of them comprise an adjoining terrace and a balcony, furnished with a writing desk.
Eat & Drink
Guests are invited to the on-site Karkadeh restaurant to indulge in culinary delights.
Leisure & Business
You might also like hairdresser available at the hotel. For sport lovers, snorkeling, diving, and canoeing are provided on site.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- 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
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- 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