Offering sea views, Furaha House is an accommodation located in Shela, 60 metres from Manda Beach and 200 metres from Shela Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony. The accommodation provides free WiFi throughout the property, as well as a terrace and a restaurant. There is a dining area and a kitchen complete with a fridge and kitchenware. The property has an outdoor dining area. Mnarani House is 400 metres from the bed and breakfast.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)


Availability

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
8.3
High score for Shela
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  • Danielle
    Denmark Denmark
    Great place. Lovely and welcoming host!! Sea view from the balcony and roof top. Just amazing!
  • Marcin
    Belgium Belgium
    Very clean room, with excellent breakfast that you pay on top. View and location perfect. Just the staff very helpful and nice.
  • Jürgen
    Germany Germany
    Furaha House ist eine großartige kleine Pension in Shela auf Lamu Island mit nur 2 Zimmer. Mr. Nyama kümmert sich liebevoll um seine Gäste. Er ist ein sehr guter Koch (er hat mich täglich 2x mit frischem Fisch versorgt). Ich habe die Ruhe in Lamu...
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score

The house is a stone's throw from the beach, just behind Peponi Hotel. It is also close to the Friday Mosque, UNESCO historic sites and shops/ATM. You’ll love it because of the seafront atmosphere, the wonderful rooftop view, the privacy and, last but not least, the welcoming house staff and excellent chef. Our Chef can cook anything from traditional Swahili Dishes to everyday Sea Food. He also arranges for the supply of fresh fish, lobster, Crab, Calamari and Prawns. There is a small fee for cooking service that can be negotiated directly with the house keeper. Alternatively, those who chose self-catering can do so.
Languages spoken: English,Swahili

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

Facilities of Furaha House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Landmark view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
Food & Drink
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
General
  • Mosquito net
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wellness
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Swahili

House rules

Furaha House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 10:00 to 20:00

Check-out

From 08:00 to 14:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Furaha House 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.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Furaha House

  • The prices at Furaha House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Furaha House is 250 yards from the centre of Shela. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Furaha House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Furaha House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Furaha House is from 10:00, and check-out is until 14:00.

  • Furaha House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Snorkelling
    • Fishing
    • Beachfront
    • Beach

  • Room options at Furaha House include:

    • Double

  • Furaha House has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant