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The Majlis Hotel

3.5 star property
Family-friendly fun on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Royal Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
The Majlis Hotel, located on the beachfront, offers a peaceful retreat. Guests can enjoy kayaking, sailing, or motor boating with ocean views. The onsite spa provides Swedish massages and aromatherapy, while the rooftop terrace offers breathtaking views.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Tomorrow

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Royal Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Royal Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
  • 260 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Day bed
Ceiling fan
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Manda Island, The Majlis Hotel is on the beach. German Post Office Museum and Lamu Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Lamu Fort and Takwa Ruins. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Ras Kitau Bay, Manda Island

What's nearby

  • Manda Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

About this property

The Majlis Hotel

Family-friendly hotel near German Post Office Museum
Located close to Lamu Fort and Takwa Ruins, The Majlis Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a poolside bar. With a beachfront location, sailing, and rowing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a deep-tissue massage, or aromatherapy at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy onsite activities like fishing, motor boating, and ecotours. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop/cafe.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Bike rentals, an area shuttle, and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a banquet hall, and 1 meeting room
  • A gift shop, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms at The Majlis Hotel have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, bidets, and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and highchairs

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat
  • Boat tours
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Mountain biking
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sail boat

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Baby toys
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 2,153 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 12

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.0 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Majlis Hotel Lamu
Majlis Hotel
Majlis Lamu
The Majlis Hotel Hotel
The Majlis Hotel Manda Island
The Majlis Hotel Hotel Manda Island

Frequently asked questions

Does The Majlis Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is The Majlis Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Majlis Hotel?

The Majlis Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Majlis Hotel?

Check-in begins at noon. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Majlis Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does The Majlis Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

Where is The Majlis Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Manda Island hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of German Post Office Museum, Lamu Fort, and Lamu Museum.

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