Located in the heart of Shela Village on Lamu Island, Banana House & Wellness Centre is a boutique sanctuary offering an authentic Swahili experience. This eco friendly retreat features two private houses—Banana House and Banana Wellness—designed with traditional Swahili architecture, neru plastered walls, and spacious verandas. What are the main activities? The house is renowned for its wellness focus, offering daily yoga classes, meditation, and holistic spa treatments. Its location is just a short stroll from the pristine Shela Beach and the historic Lamu Old Town. Is it family friendly? Yes, it offers a welcoming home away from home atmosphere with flexible room configurations suitable for families and solo travelers alike. What about the food? Guests enjoy farm to table organic meals served in a communal dining setting, emphasizing fresh local seafood and Swahili spices. It is the perfect destination for those seeking tranquility, culture, and rejuvenation on the Kenyan coast.
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Double Room with Garden View
Sleeps 2
1 bed
24 m²
Double Room with Garden View
Double rooms with garden or sea views, on the first floor of our houses. Each room is en-suite with a large king-size bed. Decorated in classic Swahili style with hand-carved furniture and a private terrace overlooking the tropical garden.
Room Details
Room Type
Double
Max Occupancy
2 guests
アダルト
2
子供
1
Beds
1
Room Size
24 m²
Child Policy
子供 (3–12 yrs):50.00% discount sharing, 30.00% discount own room
Teens (13–17 yrs):20.00% discount
Infants:Free when sharing
Deluxe Double Room
Sleeps 2
1 bed
28 m²
Deluxe Double Room
Our upgraded Deluxe Double Room is en-suite with a large king-size bed, premium finishes, sea or garden view and a generous private terrace.
Room Details
Room Type
Double
Max Occupancy
2 guests
アダルト
2
子供
1
Beds
1
Room Size
28 m²
Child Policy
子供 (3–12 yrs):50.00% discount sharing, 30.00% discount own room
Teens (13–17 yrs):20.00% discount
Infants:Free when sharing
Double Room with Extra Bed
Sleeps 3
2 beds
28 m²
Double Room with Extra Bed
Triple rooms, great for small groups of three adults or a couple with one child. Each room is en-suite with a king-size double bed and one Swahili single bed.
Room Details
Room Type
Double
Max Occupancy
3 guests
アダルト
3
子供
1
Beds
2
Room Size
28 m²
Extra Bed
Available
Child Policy
子供 (3–12 yrs):50.00% discount sharing, 30.00% discount own room
Teens (13–17 yrs):20.00% discount
Infants:Free when sharing
Standard Twin Room
Sleeps 3
2 beds
24 m²
Standard Twin Room
Perfect for children or non-couples travelling together. The room is en-suite with one double bed and one single bed.
Room Details
Room Type
Twin
Max Occupancy
3 guests
アダルト
2
子供
1
Beds
2
Room Size
24 m²
Extra Bed
Available
Child Policy
子供 (3–12 yrs):50.00% discount sharing, 30.00% discount own room
Teens (13–17 yrs):20.00% discount
Infants:Free when sharing
Banana Penthouse Suite
Sleeps 3
2 beds
200 m²
Banana Penthouse Suite
A nearly 200 m² private space under a makuti thatched roof. The Banana Penthouse Suite comes with a private dining area, Swahili-styled seating areas and lovely views of the sea and the garden.
Room Details
Room Type
Suite
Max Occupancy
3 guests
アダルト
3
子供
1
Beds
2
Room Size
200 m²
Extra Bed
Available
Child Policy
子供 (3–12 yrs):50.00% discount sharing, 30.00% discount own room
Teens (13–17 yrs):20.00% discount
Infants:Free when sharing
Wellness Penthouse Suite
Sleeps 4
2 beds
220 m²
Wellness Penthouse Suite
Our largest accommodation option, with two en-suite double rooms and large louver doors that create a feeling of sleeping outside. The sun terrace is great for days under the sun, sunset drinks and watching the moon rise.
Room Details
Room Type
Suite
Max Occupancy
4 guests
アダルト
4
子供
2
Beds
2
Room Size
220 m²
Extra Bed
Available
Child Policy
子供 (3–12 yrs):50.00% discount sharing, 30.00% discount own room
Teens (13–17 yrs):20.00% discount
Infants:Free when sharing
Sweet Penthouse
Sleeps 2
1 bed
60 m²
Sweet Penthouse
Perfect for cozy stays in Lamu. From the large Swahili bed you can watch the sunrise in the morning or dhows sailing into Shela bay at dusk. Couples and single travellers will appreciate the attention to detail, the terraces and the privacy.
Room Details
Room Type
Suite
Max Occupancy
2 guests
アダルト
2
子供
1
Beds
1
Room Size
60 m²
Child Policy
子供 (3–12 yrs):50.00% discount sharing, 30.00% discount own room
Teens (13–17 yrs):20.00% discount
Infants:Free when sharing
Family Room
Sleeps 4
3 beds
55 m²
Family Room
Two interconnected rooms with 2 double beds and 1 single bed, sharing one bathroom. Magnificent for families with young children or groups who would like to stay close to each other. Large verandah with direct access to the garden and swimming pool. Maximum occupancy 4 — e.g. 3 adults + 1 child, or 2 adults + 2 children.
Room Details
Room Type
Family
Max Occupancy
4 guests
アダルト
3
子供
2
Beds
3
Room Size
55 m²
Extra Bed
Available
Child Policy
子供 (3–12 yrs):50.00% discount sharing, 30.00% discount own room
Teens (13–17 yrs):20.00% discount
Infants:Free when sharing
Budget Single Room
Sleeps 1
1 bed
14 m²
Budget Single Room
Comfortable budget single room. While the room has no direct access to the garden and pool, the décor matches our other rooms. Great for travellers on a budget.
Room Details
Room Type
Single
Max Occupancy
1 guests
アダルト
1
Beds
1
Room Size
14 m²
Child Policy
子供 (3–12 yrs):50.00% discount sharing, 30.00% discount own room
Teens (13–17 yrs):20.00% discount
Infants:Free when sharing
Standard Single Room
Sleeps 1
1 bed
16 m²
Standard Single Room
A comfortable single room with classic Swahili styling. Great for solo travellers.
Room Details
Room Type
Single
Max Occupancy
1 guests
アダルト
1
Beds
1
Room Size
16 m²
Child Policy
子供 (3–12 yrs):50.00% discount sharing, 30.00% discount own room
Teens (13–17 yrs):20.00% discount
Infants:Free when sharing
Budget Double Room
Sleeps 2
1 bed
18 m²
Budget Double Room
Comfortable budget double room without direct access to the garden and pool. The décor matches our other rooms.
Room Details
Room Type
Double
Max Occupancy
2 guests
アダルト
2
Beds
1
Room Size
18 m²
Child Policy
子供 (3–12 yrs):50.00% discount sharing, 30.00% discount own room
Teens (13–17 yrs):20.00% discount
Infants:Free when sharing
Hotel Rules - Policies
Check In
12:00
Check Out
10:00
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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