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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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.Show More
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Highlights
Free airport transfers
Excellent service
Sparkling clean
Top local pick
Ideal locationShow More
Amenities
Spa
Snorkeling
Airport drop-offFree
Airport pick-upFree
Wi-Fi in public areasFree
Conference room
Multi-function room
Library
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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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4.8/5
AmazingCleanliness4.8
Amenities4.8
Location4.8
Service4.8
All 44 Reviews
Surroundings
Airport: Lamu Airport
(4.3 km)
Landmarks: Shela lamu
(120m)
Landmarks: Masjid Al Wali Seif
(2.7 km)
Landmarks: Baraka Gallery
(3.1 km)
Landmarks: Masjid Riyadha & Islamic Centre
(3.1 km)
Landmarks: Lamu Fort
(3.2 km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
4
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Bathrobes
Wi-Fi in room
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Superior Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Bathrobes
Wi-Fi in room
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Guest Reviews
4.8/5
Amazing
44 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.8
- Amenities4.8
- Location4.8
- Service4.8
Average for similar properties in Shela
AI Summary
Exceptional staff provide impeccable service. Stunning pool area with ocean views. Comfortable, spacious rooms with beautiful views. Direct beach access.
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!
Guest User
November 11, 2024
It was my second time back to Peponi in a year and I loved every minute of it. There are few establishments in the world that can top this enclave of elegance, authenticity and personalized hospitality, where guests from around the world and locals sit side by side to watch the sun set and share tales of the day whilst listening to the lapping of the water. The food is fantastic (fresh fish that doesn’t get better), as are the views and location - right on the beach, yet next to the village - but it is the service and personal attention of both staff and management, that makes this hotel truly special. Each guest is welcomed and attended to in a way that few hotels can achieve today. The Korschen Family has truly built an institution that rivals the great hotels of the world but without the pomp and ceremony that usually go with that label. Without a doubt, my absolute favourite place to rest and rejuvenate!
Guest User
November 2, 2024
1. The location on the beautiful beach is superb. 2. Our room was very nice, and had two large decks. But instead of installing screens on the windows, there is a heavy thick net around the bed which serves admirably to keep insects out, but is so thick, with only one opening at the foot of the king-sized bed, that it may keep you out. Or in, when you have to get up in the dark to use the toilet. 3. The restaurant food at dinner was good, but every bite was a surprise! The only light was a candle set in the table which was below the rim of some of the dishes. So while faces were illuminated, the food remained in the dark. Imagine extracting the meat from a large crab with your eyes closed. 4. Returning to your room after dark requires a flashlight, since the installed lights are far apart and occasionally located around a corner as the path weaves through the beautiful flowers. (Many people complain about the overly-litigious customs in some countries, such as my own, but I wonder how many broken bones would have been spared here if Kenya had a little more tort law.) 5. The staff were very friendly and helpful. 6. There is a large baobab tree by the swimming pool. 7. They raise endangered tortoises on the grounds for release into the wild. 😀
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Spa
Snorkeling
Off-site
Airport drop-off
Free
Airport pick-up
Free
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Conference room
Multi-function room
Library
Bicycle rental
Luggage storage
Restaurant
Spa
Conference room
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
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More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Transportation
Airport drop-off
Free
Airport pick-up
Free
Bicycle rental
Business Services
Conference room
Multi-function room
Front Desk Services
Safe at front desk
Concierge service
Luggage storage
Front desk (limited hours)
Languages Spoken
English
Arabic
French
German
Kiswahili
Food & Drink
Snack bar
Public Areas
Gift shop
Library
Smoking area
Garden
Health & Wellness
Spa
Snorkeling
Off-site
Activities
Beach towels
Cleaning Services
Clothes dryer
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.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
TypeWestern
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
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. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage 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. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage 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.