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Sea Shells Inn

2.5 star property
Guesthouse in Lamu

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Interior
Exterior detail
Interior
Bathroom shower
1 bedroom, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Harambee Street, lamu, Lamu, Lamu County
  • Lamu Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Lamu Fort
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Shela Beach
  • Lamu (LAU-Manda)
    ‪21 min walk‬

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Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Lamu

Located in Lamu Old Town, Sea Shells Inn is adjacent to Lamu Museum and within a 5-minute walk of Lamu Fort. This 11-room guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a terrace.
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What's nearby

  • Lamu Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Lamu Fort - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • German Post Office Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Moonrise Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lamu Palace Hotel Restarant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Whispers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hapa Hapa Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • Beach Bar

About this property

Sea Shells Inn

Guesthouse in Lamu
Sea Shells Inn features free WiFi in public areas and a terrace. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Fans are also standard.

Languages

English, Swahili

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

More

  • Fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
  • Check-in: 10:00 AM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 9:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Sea Shells Inn Lamu
Sea Shells Inn Guesthouse
Sea Shells Inn Guesthouse Lamu

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Sea Shells Inn?

Sea Shells Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near Sea Shells Inn?

This guesthouse is situated in Lamu Old Town, just steps from Lamu Fort and Lamu Museum, and within a short walk of German Post Office Museum. You'll also find Shela Beach and Manda Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Sea Shells Inn?

No, this guesthouse doesn't offer parking.

Does Sea Shells Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, Sea Shells Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sea Shells Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Does Sea Shells Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Sea Shells Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Sea Shells Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Sea Shells Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sea Shells Inn.

Does Sea Shells Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Sea Shells Inn?

The closest major airport to Sea Shells Inn is Lamu (LAU-Manda), which is within a mile.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Sea Shells Inn?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Sea Shells Inn.

Sea Shells Inn Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great budget hotel right in center

Really friendly staff, nice sunrises from the rooftop. Simple but homely. Got upgraded for free. Spent 10 nights here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022