Mangrove House Hotel - Lamu

$$$$||View on mapLamu, KenyaRas Kitau, Manda Island, Lamu, Kenya, 80500|
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Mangrove House Hotel - Lamu
Ras Kitau, Manda Island, Lamu, Kenya, 80500·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect · 26 reviews
9.1Perfect
Staff9.8
Location9.5
Comfort9.3
Cleanliness9.1
Value for money8.1
Who stays here
Couples70%
Solo18%
Groups12%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect · 26 reviews
9.1Perfect
Staff9.8
Location9.5
Comfort9.3
Cleanliness9.1
Value for money8.1
Who stays here
Couples70%
Solo18%
Groups12%

Beachfront hotel on Manda Bay with private beach access

Beachfront Location

Mangrove House Lamu sits directly on Manda Bay, offering a private beach area exclusively for guests. The property includes a sun terrace and a lush garden with views of the sea and surrounding landscape. Guests can walk to Manda Beach within a few steps for swimming and relaxation.

Accommodation Options

Rooms at Mangrove House include the King Room with Sea View, Twin Room with Sea View, and a Villa - Beach Front, each with a private bathroom and terrace or balcony. Each unit is equipped with a work desk, bathrobes, and slippers, and uses fans instead of air conditioning. The hotel is a non-smoking property with daily housekeeping and luggage storage available.

Dining and Meals

A continental and vegetarian breakfast with juice and fruits is served each morning at Mangrove House Hotel Lamu. Guests can request packed lunches for day trips to landmarks such as Lamu Fort or the 18th Century Swahili House Museum. Barbecue facilities are available for outdoor dining, and food is cooked to order upon request.

Wellness and Activities

Mangrove House offers on-site yoga classes for guests seeking wellness and relaxation during their stay. The surrounding area provides hiking opportunities, and the private beach invites daily swimming in the warm sea. The hotel also provides packed lunches for excursions and a serene environment for outdoor recreation.

Guest Services and Transport

Mangrove House in Lamu provides a paid airport shuttle service for hassle-free transfers to and from the island. Other services include laundry, grocery deliveries, and room service, with luggage storage offered for guest convenience. The hotel is rated highly by guests for attentive staff and excellent service support.

  • Location: Private beach on Manda Bay, near Lamu Fort and Lamu Museum
  • Rooms: King Room with Sea View, Twin Room with Sea View, Villa - Beach Front
  • Dining: Continental and vegetarian breakfast, packed lunches, barbecue facilities
  • Wellness: On-site yoga classes and hiking opportunities
  • Services: Airport shuttle, laundry, luggage storage, room service
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 11:00-19:00
from 09:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Rooms and availability

Twin Room Sea View
  • Room size:

    37 m²

  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Shower
King Room Sea View
  • Room size:

    32 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
Villa Beach Front
  • Room size:

    69 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Laundry
Sports activities

Hiking

Fishing

Snorkelling

Sports & Fitness

  • Snorkelling
  • Hiking
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Grocery shopping service

Dining

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Packed lunches

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities

Room features

  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Mangrove House Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 98 £
📏 Distance to centre 4.3 km
✈️ Distance to airport 5.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport Lamu, LAU

Location

Ras Kitau, Manda Island, Lamu, Kenya, 80500
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Ras Kitau, Manda Island, Lamu, Kenya, 80500
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Ras Kitau, Manda Island, Lamu, Kenya, 80500
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Manda Beach
50 m
Friday Mosque
300 m
Island
Shela, Lamu Island
350 m
Beach
Manda Bay
350 m
Sakina House
420 m
4Shore
490 m
Jay House
490 m
Rift
510 m
Al Mabruk Shop
580 m
Restaurant
The Majlis Restaurant
400 m

Reviews of Mangrove House Hotel

9.1 /10
Perfect
26 reviews
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FAQ about Mangrove House

Which popular attractions are located near the Mangrove House Hotel hotel?
Staying at the Mangrove House Hotel hotel, guests can visit Manda Island (4.4 km from the property), Mary Mother Of Jesus Lamu Catholic Parish (4.1 km from it) and Leah's Designs (650 meters away), among others.
What is the closest airport to Mangrove House Hotel hotel?
Lamu airport is located within a 5-minute drive (5 km) from Mangrove House Hotel hotel.
Should we expect an airport shuttle to bring us to the Mangrove House Hotel?
Bus shuttle which will take you to the Mangrove House Hotel with a 5-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
What is check-in and check-out time at Mangrove House Hotel?
Guests of Mangrove House Hotel can check in from 11:00 to 19:00 and check out from 09:00.
What are the booking prices at the guest house?
The prices at the guest house start from $129.
What payment methods are accepted in the hotel?
Payment methods in the hotel include:
  • сash
  • American Express
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
What kinds of rooms does the Mangrove House Hotel hotel offer?
The Mangrove House Hotel hotel offers such room types as Twin Room, King Room, and Beachfront Villa.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the Mangrove House Hotel?
Every room in the Mangrove House Hotel welcomes guests with the following facilities:
  • a patio
  • a writing table
  • a sitting area
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