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Sea Shells Inn

Property class: 2.5

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A multi-level interior with a staircase, a window with bars, and a door with a red frame. - Sea Shells Inn (Lamu)
A balcony with two woven benches, a tiled floor, and a view of a building with a red roof. - Sea Shells Inn (Lamu)
A worn metal sign with the text "BEVERLY'S KITCHEN" above a wooden door. - Sea Shells Inn (Lamu)
Two wooden beds with plaid bedding in a room with a plain wall and a window with curtains. - Sea Shells Inn (Lamu)
A small bathroom with a white sink, a blue shower curtain, and a red bench. - Sea Shells Inn (Lamu)
Sea Shells Inn provides a terrace and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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A small, single-bed room with a wooden bed frame and a checkered bedspread. There are two pillows on the bed. The room has a window with a blue curtain and a door to the left.

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Private Bathroom

A small, single-bed room with a wooden bed frame and a checkered bedspread. There are two pillows on the bed. The room has a window with a blue curtain and a door to the left.

Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A small, single-bed room with a checkered bedspread, a blue curtain, and a white wall-mounted sculpture.

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Lamu Old Town, a neighborhood in Lamu, is home to Sea Shells Inn. Lamu Fort and Takwa Ruins are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Shela Beach and Manda Beach. Visit our Lamu travel guide
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Harambee Street, lamu, Lamu, Lamu County

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
  • Riyadha Mosque & Islamic Heritage Centre
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Restaurants

  • Moonrise Restaurant
    3 min walk
  • Seafront Café
    4 min walk
  • Mr & Mrs Parlour
  • Seasuq
  • Sunsail Hotel & Restaurant
    2 min walk

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Sea Shells Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Sea Shells Inn?

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sea Shells Inn?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Sea Shells Inn located?

Located in Lamu Old Town, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Lamu Museum, Lamu Fort, and German Post Office Museum. Riyadha Mosque & Islamic Heritage Centre and Shela Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Sea Shells Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.0

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

Reviews

Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gisele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
O custo-benefício valeu muito. Localização super próxima do Porto, na volta nem precisei contratar uma pessoa para me ajudar com a bagagem.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026