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Subira House

Hotel

Behind Lamu Fort PO Box 341Lamu 80500, Kenya

Hotel Name

Subira House

City

Lamu Island

Rating

Check In

Sun, 18 Oct 2026

Check Out

Mon, 19 Oct 2026

Nights

1 Night

Guests

2 Adults

Available Rooms

Checking rooms and rates…

About Subira House

This historical Arabian-style building is located in the UNESCO-listed town of Lamu. It is less than 300 metres from the seafront and 3 km from the white sandy beach. The bright rooms at Subira House have either a patio or a balcony and some have sea views and free Wi-Fi. Every room has a fan, a seating area, and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a free buffet breakfast each day at the restaurant. The restaurant serves a range of healthy organic cuisine, with packed lunches and room service available upon request. This eco-friendly property has a library and a garden with sunny terrace, and offers massages and babysitting services. Activities in the area include Snorkeling , whale-shark swimming, canoeing, yoga and a day trip to our Perma culture farm. The Lamu Airport is less than 3 km from the property, but can only be accessed by boat. Please note that the island of Lamu is only accessible by boat. Flights arrive at Lamu Airport on Manda Island and buses arrive at Mokowe. In order for Subira House to arrange boat transport, please inform them in advance of your flight or bus arrival details. Associated costs must be paid in advance. Contact details are provided in the booking confirmation email. Lamu Old Town is Kenyas oldest settlement. It is an important site for Islamic activities and celebrations.This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Disclaimer notification: Amenities are subject to availability and may be chargeable as per the hotel policy.

Amenities & Facilities

78 listed by the property, grouped for reading. Everything the hotel published appears below.

Health & safety 9

  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus

Food & drink 9

  • Bar
  • Coffee house on site
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Shared kitchen
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Wine/champagne

Services 7

  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Concierge service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Parking & transport 6

  • Airport drop off
  • Airport pick up
  • Airport shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Internet & business 5

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Free WiFi
  • Internet services
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Wifi

Pool, spa & fitness 4

  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Massage
  • Massage chair
  • Sun terrace

In the room 4

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Terrace

Family 2

  • Baby safety gates
  • Babysitting/child services

Nearby 1

  • Water sport facilities on site

More facilities 31

  • 24-hour security
  • Beauty Services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Canoeing
  • Designated smoking area
  • Diving
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Fishing
  • Fruits
  • Garden
  • Hair styling
  • Hiking
  • Key access
  • Kid meals
  • Live music/performance
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Packed lunches
  • Personal trainer
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • Snorkelling
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Walking tours
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga classes

Contact & Location

AddressBehind Lamu Fort PO Box 341Lamu 80500, 80500, Lamu Island, Kenya
Telephone254424632279
Emailinfo@subirahouse.com
Websitewww.booking.com/hotel/ke/subira-house.html
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