Amazing Resorts in Lamu

Shela Fort: Reenacting an Ancient Heritage

This secluded and characterful boutique hotel, uniquely audacious in its square courtyard design reenacting the relic Omani-Style architecture, opened its doors to the public in 2001. Reminiscent of the venerable Siyu Fort, the Fort at Shela, justly earning its status as one of the iconic hotel establishments in Lamu, is an epitome of both privacy and seclusion. In accordance to the Omani design ethos, the emphasis is on the enclosed spaces inside and not the exterior articulation.

Shela Fort is constructed of local coral stone and is enclosed by an imposing 50-foot high sandstone wall. The large Omani style heavy wooden entrance doors, ornamented with iron studs, open onto the main landing of the property where large arches surround the central courtyard. The living area, lower dining area and lounge look onto the aesthetic pool and the beautiful gardens. For lodging, the Fort at Shela has nine en-suite double rooms of which seven look out to the courtyard. Sunset dhow trips are a norm. Shela Fort located on the south end of Shela Beach.

Around Kenya, there is a collection of rare experiences, in amazing lodges, offering guests intimate encounters with parts of the world not many get to know – and the chance to slow down and truly discover them. Each lodge is rooted in its local community and dedicated to protecting the habitat and cultures.

Index of Amazing Lodges Around Kenya

Homa Bay County - Rusinga Island Lodge , Mfangano Island Lodge , Isiolo County - Joy's Camp Shaba , The Sanctuary at Ol Lentille , Kilifi County - Vipingo Ridge, Kamili House , Casa Dalton , Watamu Tree House, Hemingways Watamu , Medina Palms , Kudu Camp Galana , Kitui County - Ithumba Camp , Ithumba Hill Camp , Man-Eaters Camp , Kwale County - The Maji Beach Boutique Hotel, Swahili Beach Resort , Lantana Galu Beach , Kinondo Kwetu , Sands at Chale Island , Laikipia County - Elewana Loisaba Star Beds, Lamu County - Peponi Hotel , Shela Fort , The Majlis , Manda Lodge, Makueni County - Umani Springs Lodge , Meru County - Elsa's Kopje , Lewa Safari Camp, Sirikoi , Nairobi County - Emakoko, Giraffe Manor, House of Waine, The Glee, Nakuru County - Loldia House, Lake Elementaita Serena, Narok County - Mahali Mzuri, Sand River Masai Mara, Royal Mara Safari Lodge, Kilima Camp, Fairmont Mara Safari Club, Nyeri County - The Fairmont Mt. Kenya Safari Lodge, Samburu County - Saruni Samburu Lodge , Saasab Camp , Kitich Forest Camp , Sarara Tented Camp , Saruni Rhino Camp , The Desert Rose Lodge, Taita Taveta County - Campi Ya Kanzi , The Finch Hattons , Galdessa Little Camp

Lamu County is one of Kenya’s most unique and enchanting regions, known for its rich Swahili culture, pristine beaches, and UNESCO-listed heritage. Located on the northern coast of Kenya, it consists of a group of islands (Lamu, Manda, Pate, and Kiwayu) and a stretch of mainland coastline. Lamu Island in particular is more than just a destination—it’s a living piece of Swahili history and coastal paradise.

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70 Destinations in Lamu County , arranged as one would visit these - west, south, north then west - with aid of narratives, images, strip maps and distance chart:

Delta Dunes Lodge , Lake Moa , Old Town Witu , Witu Forest Reserve , Pangani Swamp, Lake Kiboko , Amu Ranch , Lake Amu, Kipini Conservancy , Lake Kenyatta , Amu Baharini Beach, Kizuke Beach , Lamu (Manda) Port , Red Pepper House , Lamu Island , Matondoni Dau Workshop , Matondoni Ruins , Tusitiri Dhow , Kipungani Ruins , Kizingoni Beach , Old Town Lamu, Lamu World Heritage Sector , Lamu Museum , The Swahili House Museum , German Post Office Museum , Lamu Fort , Lamu Market , Masjid Khoja Ithnasheri , Masjid Riyadha , House of Habib Swaleh , The Mosque College Lamu , Lamu Catholic Church , Tamarind Tree Cafe , Donkey Sanctuary , The Floating Bar , Boat Rides , MaraRaha , Kijani Hotel , Shela Village , Friday Masjid , Forodhani House , Peponi Hotel , Shela Beach , Bahari Restaurant , Fort at Shela , Ras Kitau , Diamond Village , The Maljis , Takwa Ruins , Manda Island , Manda Lodge , Manda Toto , Manda Coral Quarry , Nabahani Ruins , Pate Island , Shanga Ruins , Siyu Fort , Shindamweh, Atu Ruins , Chundwa Ruins , Faza Village , Lamu Monuments , Mangrove Forests , Dodori National Reserve , Kiunga Marine N. Reserve , Kiwayu Island , Ashuwei , Boni Forest National Reserve , Ishakani Ruins , Lamu Festivals

Know More About Lamu County: Its Geography, Land-Use, Highlights, Population, Roads - including distance chart, Airports, Climate & National Monuments

What’s The Air Like In Lamu?

Lamu County lies along the Equatorial Climate System, enjoying two rainy seasons and temperatures between 24°C and 30°C year round – Hottest in December & April

What’s The Lay Of The Land In C.05?

Lamu is composed of a coastal zone of 65 islands, vast creeks, bays, sand bars and mangrove. Among these, Lamu Island, hosting Lamu Town, is the bussiest. The mainland is flat to undulating.

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