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Featuring a swimming pool and tropical gardens, Kijani Hotel is located on the coast of Lamu Island, along the Indian Ocean. The décor comes with natural handmade furniture, lanterns and ornaments. The rooms include private bathrooms with a shower and complimentary toiletries. The suites also offer views of the sea or garden, as well as a balcony and seating area. Guests can enjoy a fresh, homemade breakfast every morning, and the restaurant also offers a la carte meals in the evening. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. Kijani Hotel is located in Shela Village, just 1.9 mi from Lamu Old Town and 2.5 mi from Manda Airport. Takwa Prehistoric Site is 6.2 mi away on Manda Island.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
or
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
5.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Giovanna
    Indonesia Indonesia
    We loved the position being tight on the beach , the restaurant was also looking over the beach with beautiful cool breezes. The staff are all very friendly and helpful
  • E
    Erika
    United States of America United States of America
    the buildings and the grounds were beautiful. right on the water so the breeze kept things cool.
  • Jill
    Solomon Islands Solomon Islands
    We all enjoyed the location, the food and the building itself.

Hosted by Miss. Trisala Bid

9.2
9.2
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Miss. Trisala Bid
Kijani Hotel is a small family run " Hotel de Charme " overlooking the entrance of Shela channel.In its leafy and colorful garden,around the freshwater pools you will find real peace and relaxation. While the veranda of your spacious room,furnished with coastal antiques is the ideal place for planing exciting Dhow safari to experience the fascination of the Swahili Culture,you can also walk along the 12km.Shela mythical beach and enjoy the clear water of the Indian Ocean. Welcome to the peace and pleasures of Kijani Hotel Welcome to Kijani.
KIJANI been created has the result of my interest for different culture,and my love at first site for Lamu.In 1984 during one of my journey I came across this beautiful and remote island and get trapped by it's charm.Very soon it become clear that was the place where I wanted to stay.Architecture,decoration and nature are part of my life and my passion for carpets and Kilims linked my with the Arab world........On the end,it is a long story that I can share with my guest and travelers. Safe journey. Trisala
SLOW TRAVEL Life in Lamu has a distinctly Arab-Oriental Flavour,the ladies scurry down back street wearing buibuis (black cloaks witch cover them entirely) and yet they are prone to shadowing their dark eyes with kohl and have been known to cast amorous glances from the folds of their buibuis towards favored admirers. In the evening the aroma of thick Turkishlike coffee permeates the atmosphere, old men sit together philosophizing on the front step of their houses,and little boys chase one another,darting in and out of quaint shops that line the main street. The restaurant of Lamu bustle with business. Bajun fishermen tell tales to one another while they enjoy heaped plates of rice. Night time is delightful,and every one take advantage of the cool breezes that blow from the Indian Ocean.
Languages spoken: English,French,Italian

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Kijani Rooftop Bar & Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Dairy-free

Amenities of Kijani Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Cooking class
    Off-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Mosquito net
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • All ages welcome
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • French
  • Italian

House rules

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Check-in

From 12:30 PM to 9:00 PM

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 17 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
$65 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
$65 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
$75 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about Kijani Hotel

  • Room options at Kijani Hotel include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Suite
    • Double

  • The prices at Kijani Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Kijani Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Snorkeling
    • Fishing
    • Windsurfing
    • Beachfront
    • Movie nights
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Cooking class
    • Bike tours
    • Swimming pool
    • Walking tours
    • Beach
    • Happy hour

  • Check-in at Kijani Hotel is from 12:30 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The nearest beach is 1,650 feet from Kijani Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Kijani Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Kijani Rooftop Bar & Restaurant

  • Kijani Hotel is 1.8 miles from the center of Lamu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.