Kijani Hotel

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9.2
/10
Exceptional
22 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Jacqueline

10.0
/ 10
Nothing to dislike about this hotel, we had an amazing stay and would definitely stay there again if we find ourselves back in Lamu.

Elias

10.0
/ 10
It was amazing :) The staff was very nice and made the stay super cool. Room was clean, tidy and veery beautiful with a view of the ocean. I enjoyed the breakfast alot.

Rajesh

10.0
/ 10
Well located at Shella. Five star service .a good blend of traditional and modern architecture
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Off Corniche Path, Shela Village, PO Box 266, Mkomani, Lamu West, Lamu, Kenya, 80500

Main Facilities

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Restaurant
24-Hour Front Desk
WiFi
Kijani Hotel is a hotel is located at Mkomani. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
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Off Corniche Path, Shela Village, PO Box 266, Mkomani, Lamu West, Lamu, Kenya, 80500
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Location


Kijani Hotel is a hotel is located at Mkomani.

About Kijani Hotel

From business event to corporate gathering, Kijani Hotel provides complete services and facilities that you and your colleagues need.

Spa treatment is one of the main features of the hotel. Pamper yourself with the relaxing treatment that rejuvenates you.

Not only located within easy reach of various places of interests for your adventure, but staying at Kijani Hotel will also give you a pleasant stay.

Splendid service together with wide range of facilities provided will make you complain for nothing during your stay at Kijani Hotel.

Get the best deal for finest quality of spa treatment to unwind and rejuvenate yourself.

24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.

Kijani Hotel is a hotel with great comfort and excellent service according to most hotel's guests.

With all facilities offered, Kijani Hotel is the right place to stay.

All facilities in Kijani Hotel

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Common Space
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Lobby

Things to Do

  • Barbecue
  • Winery tours
  • Garden
  • Spa
  • Shops
  • Library
  • Sun loungers

Sports and Recreations

  • Banana boat
  • Snorkeling
  • Surfing
  • Canoeing
  • Waterskiing
  • Fishing
  • Motor boat ride

Food and Drinks

  • Continental breakfast
  • Breakfast

Transportation

  • Airport transfer
  • Storage

General

  • Banquet
  • Terrace

Public Facilities

  • Smoke-free area
  • Safety deposit box

Hotel Services

  • Laundry service
  • 24-hour Receptionist

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

Business Facilities

  • Business facilities

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Kijani Hotel

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!
  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
13:00 - 00:00
Check-out:
Before 10:00

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 110.0 per day

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

Service Animals Not Allowed

Professional property host/manager, By ocean, Beach nearby, No elevators

General Information

Popular Facilities
Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 13:00 - 00:00 - to 10:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Kijani Hotel
10
Another facilities in Kijani Hotel
Barbecue, Winery tours, Garden, Spa, Shops

Frequently asked question in Kijani Hotel

What are available facilities at Kijani Hotel?
There are top facilites at Kijani Hotel such as Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Kijani Hotel?
The standard check-in time at Kijani Hotel is starting from 13:00 - 00:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 10:00
Does Kijani Hotel provide breakfast?
Yes, Kijani Hotel provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of Kijani Hotel?
Kijani Hotel is a 3.0-star hotel.
How many rooms are available at Kijani Hotel?
Kijani Hotel has 10 rooms in total.
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9.2
Exceptional
From 22 reviews
Cleanliness

9.4

Room Comfort

9.0

Service and Facilites

9.8

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Top reviews
Jacqueline
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Nothing to dislike about this hotel, we had an amazing stay and would definitely stay there again if we find ourselves back in Lamu.
Elias
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Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

It was amazing :) The staff was very nice and made the stay super cool. Room was clean, tidy and veery beautiful with a view of the ocean. I enjoyed the breakfast alot.
Gustavo
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Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good hotel, great staff, loved the location!
Rajesh
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Business and Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 40 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Well located at Shella. Five star service .a good blend of traditional and modern architecture
james
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Leisure with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 59 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

It was a great location with very friendly staff. The shower , wifi and ac were poor . There was no fridge in the room and the place closed down at 9:30 pm . It was overpriced for the service . Breakfast was great
Leslie
10.0
/10
Reviewed 61 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Lovely, helpful staff and a great location, right by the water where you look down on everyday life, dhows, donkeys and all. Quiet garden with pool and sunloungers. Excellent rooftop restaurant. 30 minute walk to Lamu or short boatride. Large, traditional rooms so don't expect TVs.
George
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Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 69 week(s) ago

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Lovely stay with very kind staff. Definitely try the restaurant, the food was amazing.
Laura
10.0
/10
Reviewed 72 week(s) ago

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I cannot say enough good things about Kijani and its amazing staff. Tito and his team were all very welcoming, warm and personable, and always went above and beyond for their guests. The place in itself is beautiful, airy and peaceful, beautifully designed and centrally located. The food was amazing and everything was so fresh. It's been over 30 years since I've been back in Kenya and our stay in Kijani was the perfect homecoming. I look forward to returning to Lamu and know that Kijani will be the place we'll set up base at. I'd say it felt like a home away from home, but it was better than that. Thank you so much to everyone there, you all are the very best.
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Angela
10.0
/10
Reviewed 81 week(s) ago

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A peaceful, beautiful paradise. Great restaurant.
Margot
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Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 93 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The Kijani is a beautiful Hotel with well kept tropical grounds and aesthetically pleasing rooms and suits. Rooms are furnished with Swahili antiques. The breakfast is delicious with a vast Menü to choose from. The restaurant has a gorgeous view over the bay. Restaurant provides gourmet experiences of international and Swahili cuisine which can match Restaurants in Los Angeles or elsewhere. Staff is accommodating is super friendly. If you are looking to unplug from western civilization but still spoil yourself the Kihjani is an excellent choice
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Margie
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 150 week(s) ago

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Kijani is a beautiful hotel on the water’s edge in Shela Village, Lamu. Traditional Swahili architecture, simple rooms, verandahs with daybeds suspended from the roof from which you can also gaze at the stars at night; gracious staff and good food make for a perfect stay. Superb yoga classes are nearby at Banana House and Lamu town is a walk, boda ride or boat ride away. Bougainvillea and coconut palms are Abu sang in the garden- and there’s a small pool for cooling off if you don’t fancy the beach. A really beautiful and peaceful location.
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Tatiana
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 166 week(s) ago

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Everything was perfect! Exceeded expectations. Perfect location, lovely staff, great restaurant. We want to come back for sure
Mary
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Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 186 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Our 4-day stay at Kijani was wonderful and relaxing. The staff were exceptional -- from the front desk to housekeeping to the restaurant -- warm, friendly, attentive, efficient, accommodating. We miss Kijani and hope to return one day again.
Damian
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Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 197 week(s) ago

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A little slice of heaven that we returned to again
Adrian
10.0
/10
Reviewed 248 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Lovely small hotel, right on the seafront in Shela. Attentive, friendly staff and delightful gardens including a small pool. The food is excellent and the rooftop restaurant is relaxed with fabulous views across the bay. My room was clean and spacious, with a ceiling fan, safety deposit box and comfortable king size bed. The hotel is well located in Shela village - the main Shela beach, often deserted, is spectacular and is a five minute wall away. and Lamu town is a 20 minute walk away or can be reached by boat taxi. Delightful place - highly recommended.
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Emily
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Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 268 week(s) ago

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We had such an amazing stay - the room was comfortable, the breakfast was delicious and all the staff were so friendly and helpful. The hotel is located right on the beach - you can swim here, or its just a 10min walk to the amazing Shela beach. If you are a light sleeper, just be aware that there is a mosque nearby which may wake you up with the call to prayer - I didn't mind this at all as it's all part of the cultural experience. Just flagging to those who might want to bring earplugs! All in all - we really had such a great stay. I can't wait to return.
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Matt
8.0
/10
Reviewed 326 week(s) ago

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Kijani is a super-charming hotel with a good restaurant and a really helpful staff. The only issue we had was that the power went out one night that we were there, leaving us too hot and sweaty to sleep.
Rudolph
10.0
/10
Reviewed 339 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Kijani is located in Shela, a quick water taxi ride to/from Limu and the airport. We enjoyed the hotel and the surrounding neighborhood.It was comfortably low key during our "low season" stay.
Gulfem
10.0
/10
Reviewed 373 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Everyone is very friendly and helpful at the hotel. We felt very safe staying there. The breakfast, included in price, was rich & delicious! Our room was cleaned diligently daily and they were very nice with providing us beach towels etc whenever we needed. I highly recommend staying here. However, be careful with which room you choose to stay in. Rooms looking the ocean side are beautiful, but the ones in the back are dark and surely do not have the same vibe.
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Stu
10.0
/10
Reviewed 400 week(s) ago

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Great hotel, wonderful staff, perfect location for both Lamu and beach. Kijani curry is the best, should have noted the recipe!
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9.2
Exceptional
From 22 reviews
Cleanliness

9.4

Room Comfort

9.0

Service and Facilites

9.8

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Top reviews
Jacqueline
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Nothing to dislike about this hotel, we had an amazing stay and would definitely stay there again if we find ourselves back in Lamu.
Elias
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Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

It was amazing :) The staff was very nice and made the stay super cool. Room was clean, tidy and veery beautiful with a view of the ocean. I enjoyed the breakfast alot.
Gustavo
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Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good hotel, great staff, loved the location!
Rajesh
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Business and Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 40 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Well located at Shella. Five star service .a good blend of traditional and modern architecture
james
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 59 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

It was a great location with very friendly staff. The shower , wifi and ac were poor . There was no fridge in the room and the place closed down at 9:30 pm . It was overpriced for the service . Breakfast was great
Leslie
10.0
/10
Reviewed 61 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Lovely, helpful staff and a great location, right by the water where you look down on everyday life, dhows, donkeys and all. Quiet garden with pool and sunloungers. Excellent rooftop restaurant. 30 minute walk to Lamu or short boatride. Large, traditional rooms so don't expect TVs.
George
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 69 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Lovely stay with very kind staff. Definitely try the restaurant, the food was amazing.
Laura
10.0
/10
Reviewed 72 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

I cannot say enough good things about Kijani and its amazing staff. Tito and his team were all very welcoming, warm and personable, and always went above and beyond for their guests. The place in itself is beautiful, airy and peaceful, beautifully designed and centrally located. The food was amazing and everything was so fresh. It's been over 30 years since I've been back in Kenya and our stay in Kijani was the perfect homecoming. I look forward to returning to Lamu and know that Kijani will be the place we'll set up base at. I'd say it felt like a home away from home, but it was better than that. Thank you so much to everyone there, you all are the very best.
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Angela
10.0
/10
Reviewed 81 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

A peaceful, beautiful paradise. Great restaurant.
Margot
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 93 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The Kijani is a beautiful Hotel with well kept tropical grounds and aesthetically pleasing rooms and suits. Rooms are furnished with Swahili antiques. The breakfast is delicious with a vast Menü to choose from. The restaurant has a gorgeous view over the bay. Restaurant provides gourmet experiences of international and Swahili cuisine which can match Restaurants in Los Angeles or elsewhere. Staff is accommodating is super friendly. If you are looking to unplug from western civilization but still spoil yourself the Kihjani is an excellent choice
Read More
Margie
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 150 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Kijani is a beautiful hotel on the water’s edge in Shela Village, Lamu. Traditional Swahili architecture, simple rooms, verandahs with daybeds suspended from the roof from which you can also gaze at the stars at night; gracious staff and good food make for a perfect stay. Superb yoga classes are nearby at Banana House and Lamu town is a walk, boda ride or boat ride away. Bougainvillea and coconut palms are Abu sang in the garden- and there’s a small pool for cooling off if you don’t fancy the beach. A really beautiful and peaceful location.
Read More
Tatiana
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 166 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Everything was perfect! Exceeded expectations. Perfect location, lovely staff, great restaurant. We want to come back for sure
Mary
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 186 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Our 4-day stay at Kijani was wonderful and relaxing. The staff were exceptional -- from the front desk to housekeeping to the restaurant -- warm, friendly, attentive, efficient, accommodating. We miss Kijani and hope to return one day again.
Damian
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Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 197 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

A little slice of heaven that we returned to again
Adrian
10.0
/10
Reviewed 248 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Lovely small hotel, right on the seafront in Shela. Attentive, friendly staff and delightful gardens including a small pool. The food is excellent and the rooftop restaurant is relaxed with fabulous views across the bay. My room was clean and spacious, with a ceiling fan, safety deposit box and comfortable king size bed. The hotel is well located in Shela village - the main Shela beach, often deserted, is spectacular and is a five minute wall away. and Lamu town is a 20 minute walk away or can be reached by boat taxi. Delightful place - highly recommended.
Read More
Emily
icon-Friends and Family
Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 268 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

We had such an amazing stay - the room was comfortable, the breakfast was delicious and all the staff were so friendly and helpful. The hotel is located right on the beach - you can swim here, or its just a 10min walk to the amazing Shela beach. If you are a light sleeper, just be aware that there is a mosque nearby which may wake you up with the call to prayer - I didn't mind this at all as it's all part of the cultural experience. Just flagging to those who might want to bring earplugs! All in all - we really had such a great stay. I can't wait to return.
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Matt
8.0
/10
Reviewed 326 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Kijani is a super-charming hotel with a good restaurant and a really helpful staff. The only issue we had was that the power went out one night that we were there, leaving us too hot and sweaty to sleep.
Rudolph
10.0
/10
Reviewed 339 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Kijani is located in Shela, a quick water taxi ride to/from Limu and the airport. We enjoyed the hotel and the surrounding neighborhood.It was comfortably low key during our "low season" stay.
Gulfem
10.0
/10
Reviewed 373 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Everyone is very friendly and helpful at the hotel. We felt very safe staying there. The breakfast, included in price, was rich & delicious! Our room was cleaned diligently daily and they were very nice with providing us beach towels etc whenever we needed. I highly recommend staying here. However, be careful with which room you choose to stay in. Rooms looking the ocean side are beautiful, but the ones in the back are dark and surely do not have the same vibe.
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Stu
10.0
/10
Reviewed 400 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great hotel, wonderful staff, perfect location for both Lamu and beach. Kijani curry is the best, should have noted the recipe!
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