The Majlis Resort, Lamu
Overview
The Majlis Resort Lamu, located right near Manda Beach, features snorkeling trips. The 5-star hotel also provides guests with Wi-Fi, available in public areas.
Location
Baraka Gallery lies 3.8 km away, and The Fort of Shela is a mere 10 minutes' walk from the hotel. The private beach is only 50 metres from the accommodation.
Enjoy your stay at this beachfront location, which 4.1 km from Lamu Museum.
For those travelling from afar, Lamu airport is 5 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
Air conditioning, along with a mini fridge bar, provide in-room convenience at The Majlis Lamu. Bathroom essentials include a bidet and a walk-in shower, and such comforts as a hairdryer and dressing gowns. Guests can enjoy views of the garden from this designer hotel.
Eat & Drink
Also, the boutique property features a poolside bar. It overlooks the poolside.
Leisure & Business
The Majlis provides game drives and temporary art galleries to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. Activities include canoeing, kayaking, and rowing.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- No parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Private beach
- Currency exchange
- Coffee shop
- Fireplace
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Wind surfing
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Cycling
- Yoga class
- Fishing
Services
- Free airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Recommended for:
Shela Village TourTake a guided tour of the nearby Shela Village to learn about the local Swahili culture and history.
Swahili Cooking ClassLearn how to cook traditional Swahili dishes using local ingredients with a private cooking class taught by the hotel’s head chef.
Dhow Sunset CruiseSet sail on a traditional wooden dhow boat for a peaceful and romantic sunset cruise around the Lamu Archipelago.
Yoga ClassStart your day with a yoga class on the hotel’s rooftop terrace overlooking the Indian Ocean.
Swahili Language LessonLearn some basic Swahili phrases from a local teacher during a fun and interactive language lesson.
Henna Tattoo SessionGet a personalized henna tattoo from a local artist with various designs and patterns to choose from.
- Local Craft Workshop
- Sandbank Picnic
- Fishing Trip
- Palm Weaving Class
- African Drumming Session
- Spice Tour
- Beach Volleyball
- Kenyan Coffee Tasting
Location
• Situated on Manda Island in Kenya's Lamu Archipelago, the resort lies near Lamu Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the ancient Swahili settlements of Shela and Matondoni. • The area boasts a rich cultural heritage, with the Lamu Museum, Lamu Fort, and appealing Lamu Promenade offering insight into the region's Swahili traditions and cuisine. • Ideal for nature enthusiasts, with Manda Toto Island and the Kiunga Marine National Reserve providing opportunities for snorkeling, bird watching, and exploring mangrove forests.
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