Banana House and Wellness Centre

Communal lounge/ TV room, Garden, Lounge or bar

4.3 / 5.0

Excellent(235 Ratings)

Bed and Breakfast in Lamu County, Kenya

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

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About this bed and breakfast

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Banana House and Wellness Centre is located in Shela village, Lamu 2.7 km from Gallery Baraka. The property is set 2.8 km from Lamu Fort.

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Wheelchair accessible

Beachfront or waterfront

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Lamu County, Kenya

Available Rooms

1 King • 215 ft²

Sleeps 2

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1 King • 322 ft²

Sleeps 3

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1 Double • 161 ft²

Sleeps 3

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1 King • 753 ft²

Sleeps 4

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1 Single • 161 ft²

Sleeps 1

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Banana House and Wellness Centre

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4.3 / 5.0

Excellent(235 Ratings)

Bed and Breakfast in Lamu County, Kenya

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this bed and breakfast

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Banana House and Wellness Centre is located in Shela village, Lamu 2.7 km from Gallery Baraka. The property is set 2.8 km from Lamu Fort.

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Wheelchair accessible

Beachfront or waterfront

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Lamu County, Kenya

Available Rooms

1 King • 215 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King • 322 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 161 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King • 753 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Single • 161 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

4.3 / 5.0

Excellent(235 Ratings)

100% verified reviews

4.5 / 5.0

Aug 2024

Beautiful house in Shela, Lamu

The Banana House is beautiful. The room was spacious and comfortable. The staff was really nice and helpful. The breakfast is delicious. The garden with the swimming pool is very nice. The house offers daily yoga classes.

Because of the flowery garden (which is nice), the house has a lot of mosquitoes during the day and the night. The house is not on the seafront, you have to walk 2-3 minutes.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

This place has a magical vibe

Loved the Swahili dinner - what a great initiative

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

Exceptional

Garden and swimming pool,. Delicious breakfast and the swahili dinner.

4.5 / 5.0

Aug 2023

Peaceful

It was so relaxing and tranquil, a place to unwind, eat lovely food and do yoga!

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

Very well run , loved the room and very friendly staff

The position close to the beach , the staff were exceptional

I liked everything

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

Completely able to unplug, unwind, and relax.

The entire stay was luxurious and so relaxing. We liked staying during the low season as it was very quiet and super chill. Breakfast was incredible, staff were amazing, pool was glorious. It couldn't have been more relaxing and recharging.

There wasn't anything to not like. We enjoyed for a change that there wasn't much to do. There are activities if you want to find them but we enjoyed not doing much of anything.

3.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

The hotel was ok

It was well done

Just the corridors from the ocean walking on Donky poop

3.5 / 5.0

Jun 2023

Good

The food was great with an amaizing view. The room is very open wich is quite needed in the high tempurature environment. Great pool but it can get crowded. We enjoyed the Swahili dinner experience very much.

The fact that the room is very open can impact on your privacy if the rooms in the next building is occupied. If there is a party somewhere it will be loud. It was construction and renovation time before the vacation season so it was noisy during the day but this is not to be blamed on Banana House. A kind warning beforehand could have been helpfull.

4.5 / 5.0

Jun 2023

Very restful

Great breakfast, friendly staff, very easy going and helpful. Nice simple decor

Maybe some more choice for pillows. Building work next to the pool, they could put up a net or bamboo fence to give some privacy at the pool.

4.0 / 5.0

May 2023

Very good

Super staff, very welcoming, great food, very flexible, the hotel is a small paradise on earth. Beautiful building, very good facilities etc.!

5.0 / 5.0

May 2023

Exceptional

Truly beautiful place. The personnel was very attentive and the food delicious. They recomend and organise your activities in the area for you to have a full experience. Can only recommend.

3.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

If you want a budget stay this is your place but you will compromise on service.

Great location, 3 minutes walk to the beach and about a 6 mins walk to Peponi and beautiful beaches past this.

When you were greeted at check in the staff gave you an induction of things to do & seemed very friendly, however that was the last you saw of the lead. The owner said a quick high and then was only really seen from afar. The rooms were uncomfortably hot at night as the fan didn’t seem to do very much and so trouble sleeping, on top of closeness to donkeys making noises. It was hard to find who to talk to as everything was done over whatsapp. One morning there was a two hour staff meeting by the pool, great for organisation but at no point did they consider that someone might want to order a drink or get some service by the pool. There were so many ants, flies and mosquitos that I only did yoga once and found it too unbearable. Seemed to be bitten a lot around the pool and even under the mosquito nets in bed. Upon check out you are notified of a 3.5% additional fee despite Booking.com quoting ‘all charges included’ in the booking price, as well as stating that 50% of payment is taken before check in (this is not true). Breakfast was ok, nice setting around the pool but the staff actually asked me to move because they needed the table for a larger group so I had to take my coffee to my room. I asked for new towels by putting them on the floor but didn’t get any. I could go on. The place has all the charm of somewhere amazing but the staff seem to be reactive rather than proactive at service. Was baffled by the owners lack of care.

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

Amazing stay

Beautiful view Nice and cool inside the room Breakfast served in the room Wonderful staff Organised pick up and drop off

A couch/daybed on the roof would be amazing.

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

I highly recommend it for Solo travellers and couples

pool

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

Amazing!!

very amazing surroundings feels fresh, safe and serene room was upgraded to a glass lodge with a nice view and flowers planted so you get a nice view of the Mara in the distance but also fresh flowers right next to the window food was amazing, kitchen team and Chef Patrick offered us a private dinner for our group of 4; excellent food, wonderful experience. The other Masai staff performed on both nights for bout our group and others they also have a bonfire burning every night so you can get lovely time by the fire an opportunity to enjoy the starry night and also meet other guests Staff walk with you if it’s late around the camp so you always feel safe

4.5 / 5.0

Feb 2023

Go here if you need some relaxation.

The service, location, rooms and food were all great. For those enjoying yoga there are several courses a day and massage/beauty treatments are available. I definitely recommend this accommodation.

The WiFi wasn’t always as fast as I am used to. Furthermore the pool area is nice but very small (luckily a very large beach is close by).

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2022

Exceptional

Loved it here! Very relaxing, there's yoga classes and a spa on-site.

Nothing

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2022

A little haven

This is a wonderful place to stay! It's a little haven from the busy lanes of Shela and Lamu Town .... so peaceful and calming. Its pretty garden, pool and relaxing ambience make it a stunning choice to totally unwind. Yoga and a massage spa are available. The staff are friendly and personable and the food is excellent. One evening we had a choice of a swahili meal cooked by local women ....incredible !! We loved our stay and were sad to leave.

There was nothing to dislike!!

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

perfect

The suites are exceptional! Great views. lovely rooms with a nice amount of space. staff extra helpful and great! would recommend to anyone looking for a lovely place to stay in Shela

Nothing

4.5 / 5.0

Oct 2022

wonderful ambiance- great food- very nice and excellent staff

fantastic ambiance

washroom/ showers very basic and could do with upgrades ( in relation to price)

2.5 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Passable

Nice swahili breakfast. Nice installations

Inefficient management. Customer service can be improved (no help at all with luggage). Pictures of rooms do not match with what is finally offered

4.5 / 5.0

Sep 2022

every person working there did their best to make our stay enjoyable

the people

difficult to find

4.5 / 5.0

Sep 2022

Amazing views, excellent service and delicious food. Definitely worth it.

The name says it all, the staff and the general atmosphere is one that tends to your wellness. We enjoyed each moment of the stay, especially waking up to the amazing view of the Indian ocean. The food was on another level, making the experience heavanely.

The main bedroom door is see through which reduces the privacy

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2022

was restful and beautiful place and food great service

beautiful property wonderful food

charging units needed or adapters

3.5 / 5.0

Sep 2022

Good

The beautiful architecture and garden

FAQs

How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Lamu County, Kenya?

The average price for a rental in Lamu County, Kenya is $60 per night. This rental is $11 above the average.

Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Banana House and Wellness Centre. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Banana House and Wellness Centre. Enjoy the water!

Is Banana House and Wellness Centre pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this bed and breakfast is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Banana House and Wellness Centre?

We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, and laundry.

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Banana House and Wellness Centre

Bed and Breakfast in Lamu County, Kenya

Reasons to book

About this bed and breakfast

Amenities

Map of Lamu County, Kenya

Available Rooms

Banana House and Wellness Centre

Bed and Breakfast in Lamu County, Kenya

Reasons to book

About this bed and breakfast

Amenities

Map of Lamu County, Kenya

Available Rooms

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Lamu County, Kenya?

Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?

Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?

Is Banana House and Wellness Centre pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Banana House and Wellness Centre?

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