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9.1 / 10 Guest Rating

Mbibo House in the Shela Dunes

Shela Village, Shela, ke

Mbibo House in the Shela Dunes - main view

About the Property

Luxurious Accommodation - Experience a stay in a stunning 4-bedroom villa with a balcony and pool views, offering the perfect blend of comfort and style.

Private Pool and Garden - Enjoy the exclusivity of a private pool, beautifully landscaped garden, and a charming terrace for outdoor dining, creating a serene oasis for relaxation.

Convenient Amenities - Indulge in free WiFi, bed linen, towels, and laundry service provided, ensuring a hassle-free and comfortable stay at Mbibo House.

To book your stay at this exquisite villa with garden views and top-notch amenities, reserve now at Shela Dunes!

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Laundry
Non-smoking throughout
Outdoor pool

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.

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1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

9.1
Exceptional9 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the excellent service and frequently praise the delicious food.

Categories

Cleanliness9.0
Service9.5
Location9.1
Room Quality9.0
Amenities8.5
Value for Money9.0
Food and Beverage9.5
Overall Experience9.1

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TrollatfrFR
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 22, 2026

"Quelle île magnifique, quelle belle petite ville, quelle incroyable et belle maison !"

10.0

Nous avons adoré notre séjour à Lamu et plus particulièrement à Shela. Quelle île magnifique, quelle belle petite ville, quelle incroyable et belle maison ! Les balades dans Shela sont paisibles et un ravissement pour les yeux. Les gens sont d'une formidable gentillesse et d'une grande hospitalité. Merci à Hanna qui a été extrêmement disponible pour nous accueillir et nous proposer d'organiser toutes les activités permettant d'apprécier notre séjour. Une journée avec un super capitaine de Dhow (bateau local), une visite de Lamu avec Oumar un guide particulièrement passionné par sa ville, ou encore la bonne humeur de Farid pour les petits trajets en bateau. La plage est à 15 min à pied à travers les magnifiques dunes pour une baignade en dehors du soleil ardent. Le village est à 10 min à pied pour une ballade pendant les heures chaudes. La piscine de la maison est aussi bienvenue à ce moment. Et enfin, un grand merci au Chef Lawrence pour son accueil et pour la qualité de sa cuisine qui nous pousserait presque à rester à la maison pour profiter de ses plats matin midi et soir sur commande : Crêpes, Jus de fruits frais, Crabes, crevettes, poissons, salades ... Mais il y a bien un moment ou il faut partir. J'espère que nous aurons la chance de revenir. Merci encore Hannah et merci à votre formidable équipe.

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MarcelinadeDE
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 28, 2025

"Best place to explore and discover life in Shela"

10.0

We were picked up by Captain Farid from the airport, then we were picked up by other staff from the jetty. They carried our luggage - a there is sand everywhere, rocks and uneven paths, you can't roll any suitcases. The way from the jetty to the house takes about 10-15 minutes and is a highlight already, as you are emerged in beautiful Shela right from the start. At the house we were greeted by Lawrence - the chef of the house - with incredibly delicious passion fruit juice and a beautiful sunset. The house itself is very spacious, has four beautifully decorated bedrooms and many more places to read, relax, eat... Lawrence, the chef, is wonderful! A very nice person to talk to and learn from and if you ask nicely, he will even teach you some of his best recipes. Everything Lawrence prepared for us was always so delicious! We mostly had Swahili cuisine as we wanted to try as much of the local food as possible. You can easily arrange all your meal plans with Lawrence who takes care of everything. Hannah, the owner, is so wonderful and helpful. She arranged all the activities for us, always kept in touch before and during our stay and made sure that we had an unforgettable experience - which we definitely had! So all the activities she recommended were really great to get a feel for the island and the tiny village of Shela. And if you need more peace and quiet - the beach is a 15-minute walk away - and there are hardly any people.

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JackgbGB
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group
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 25, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0
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AndreasdeDE
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with friends
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 5, 2025

"Perfect oasis from which to discover Lamu island"

10.0

Perfect quiet oasis to relax, to discover Shela village, to explore the beach with helpful and friendly staff

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TanyagbGB
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group
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 28, 2024

"Really comfortable and relaxing."

9.0

Loved the house, pool and location. Quick walk to the beach. Lawrence, our chef, was brilliant. His prawn curry was amazing! Hannah, the host, was really helpful and organised our boat trip to and from the airport and was really helpful at giving us local information.

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RaghavkeKE
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family with young children
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 17, 2024

"Great place, amazing staff and food: but a bit far, with the heat it feels a lot further."

7.0

Beautiful house, lots of lounging spots, amazing staff that cooks great food.

Location - ~15mins to the beachfront but feels like more with the heat Mosquitoes - carry lots of repellant

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MajimbokeKE
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review category business travellers
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 14, 2024

"Superb"

9.0

The location is beautifully set in the Shela dunes and the house is designed as a space for friends/ large groups and family. I had an amazing time with friends and the house was made for hosting. We also had a superb chef, Lawrence who was so good that we could not stand to eat at other restaurants. He spoilt us! Also the rest of the staff were so accommodating and made sure we felt at home. Hannah, the host, lives right on the property and is always available in the case you have any issues. She was a very attentive and understanding host. I will definitely be back.

We stayed for 3 days. That was way too short.

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NicholaskeKE
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young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 30, 2024

"Exceptional"

10.0
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MarykeKE
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review category business travellers
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 1, 2024

"Enjoyed the stay. Would recommend the house to others."

9.0

The food was great. Kudos to the Chef, Lawrence!

The location. The house was a bit far from the beach.

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