Peponi Hotel
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Peponi Hotel
PW48+39F Lamu Island, Shela, Lamu, Kenya
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Highlights
Sparkling clean
Excellent service
Free airport transfers
Ideal location
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Amenities
Snorkeling
Spa
Airport pick-upFree
Luggage Storage
Library
Restaurant
Airport drop-offFree
Bicycle Rentals
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Property Description
When you stay at Peponi Hotel in Lamu, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Old Mosque and Shela Beach. This beach hotel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Manda Beach.
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9.6/10
AmazingCleanliness9.6
Amenities9.6
Location9.6
Service9.6
All 46 Reviews
Surroundings
Airport: Manda Airport
(4.3km)
Landmarks: Shela lamu
(120m)
Landmarks: Moto Fitness studio
(540m)
Landmarks: Masjid Al Wali Seif
(2.7km)
Landmarks: Baraka Gallery
(3.1km)
Landmarks: Masjid Riyadha & Islamic Centre
(3.1km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
3
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Sea View
Bathrobe
In-room Wi-Fi
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Superior Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Sea View
Bathrobe
In-room Wi-Fi
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Guest Reviews
9.6/10
Amazing
46 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness9.6
- Amenities9.6
- Location9.6
- Service9.6
Average for similar properties in Shela
AI Summary
Exceptional beachfront location with stunning sunsets and sea views. Friendly, attentive staff provide impeccable service. Comfortable, spacious rooms with powerful showers and romantic high beds offer a magical experience.
Guest User
April 29, 2025
The most peaceful, relaxing and enjoyable break I've had at the Kenyan Coast. The food was stunning, some of the best in Kenya let alone Lamu. Loved the eclectic vibe the terrace draws in during lunch and dinner. Service was friendly and discreet. Lovely rooms, lush grounds. Can't wait to come back!
Guest User
March 17, 2025
A fantastic hotel with lots of character located in Shela just south of Lamu. The staff were welcoming, friendly and very good. We ate there 3 nights and the food was the best we had in Kenya, a very good and long menu, catch your own fish and they will turn it into sashimi, ceviche or even a curry! Shela is a great village just outside the back of the hotel and walkable. If you want to explore Lamu town, you can get a guide from the hotel for 2,500 KSH and walk the town for 3 hours. Transfers to and from the airport included and welcome drink on arrival is refreshing after a journey. Look forward to returning to the Peponi and would highly recommend, we do wish we stayed longer once we had left!
Guest User
February 24, 2025
Fantastic hotel with amazing ocean views and room only feet away from the beach. Felt very welcome from the moment we got there and the service and meals were all-round very good. They also did great work immersing us in the beautiful culture of Lamu and happy to see that they work closely with the local community there. Hope to be back very soon!
Guest User
January 10, 2025
Nicest hotel and restaurant in Shela on Lamu island. Haven't stayed there but have frequently eaten there. It is in a perfect situation on the sea, very busy over Christmas and New Year but otherwise a wonderful place to appreciate all that Shela has to offer.
Guest User
December 19, 2024
Its a really great place to stay. The staff is exceptionally friendly and go out of your way to make you feel at home. The food was so good. Please try the biryani and mahamri! Lots of warmth, kindness, homeliness at Peponi. Strongly recommend
Guest User
December 4, 2024
The service was exceptional from the moment they picked us from the airport until the moment they dropped us back off. The staff and food were fantastic. We had the Top room which had an amazing view. I will definitely come back again and again.
Guest User
November 25, 2024
This hotel is steeped in history of this laid back island. It has one of the best locations with the sea lapping up to the edge of the property. Sit under the ancient magnificent white bougenvila canopy with a cocktail and watch the dhows float by. This is by far the best place to eating Shele. The food is some of the tastiest I have ever had all fresh ingredients perfectly blended.
Guest User
November 23, 2024
Peponi has something quite elusive and rare in travel, which is difficult to describe. All of the hotel staff and the owners really care which creates a wonderful old school charm, while still keeping a modern buzz to it. The food and drinks were wonderful and well priced - I normally bore of a hotel menu but never at Peponi. The hotel has good relationships with the local tour guides so guests are well looked after, and the dhow captains frequently pop into the bar for a drink and chat. As a solo traveller, the hotel had a very sociable atmosphere, and it was easy to fall into conversations with other guests at the bar and pool. I don’t think the hotel would be for everyone as the rooms are simple with no air con, although there’s a real charm to the simplicity. There’s a lot of building work in the village behind the hotel (which didn’t create any disruption at the hotel) so I just hope Lamu doesn’t change too quickly!
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Snorkeling
Off-site
Spa
Airport pick-up
Free
Luggage Storage
Library
Restaurant
Airport drop-off
Free
Bicycle Rentals
Meeting Room
Multi-Function Room
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Spa
Restaurant
Meeting Room
Restaurant
Restaurant
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More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Transportation
Airport pick-up
Free
Bicycle Rentals
Airport drop-off
Free
Front Desk Services
Front Desk Safe
Luggage Storage
Concierge Service
Front Desk with Limited Hours
Languages Spoken
English
Arabic
French
German
Kiswahili
Food & Drink
Snack Bar
Health & Wellness
Spa
Snorkeling
Off-site
Activities
Fishing
Off-site
Beach Towel
Public Areas
Smoking Area
Library
Gift Shop
Garden
Cleaning Services
Clothes Dryer
Business Services
Meeting Room
Multi-Function Room
Accessibility
Handrails in Hallways
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 11:00–21:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]06:00–23:00
Child Policies
Please contact the hotel for details on their child and extra bed policies.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
TypeWestern
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact property |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are allowed on requestFree
Types of pets allowed: dogs, cats
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the Hotel
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 28
When you stay at Peponi Hotel in Lamu, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Old Mosque and Shela Beach. This beach hotel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Manda Beach.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite to eat at Restaurant, one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 3 restaurants and 3 coffee shops/cafes. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. Planning an event in Lamu? This hotel has 1000 square feet (93 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 2 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).
Make yourself at home in one of the 28 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite to eat at Restaurant, one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 3 restaurants and 3 coffee shops/cafes. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. Planning an event in Lamu? This hotel has 1000 square feet (93 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 2 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).
Make yourself at home in one of the 28 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.