Just returned from a fabulous week at Banana House in Shela Village on Lamu Island. Given all the travel warnings for this part of Kenya (Somali pirates etc), I had no idea what to expect. It all went very smoothly. We were greeted at the small Lamu airport and within minutes were taken by boat across the Lamu Chanel, skimming... More

We enjoyed our stay here - in particular our "Waiters" who were always smiling and could not do enough for us! As seen on here, there are beautiful views to the ocean, especially from the penthouse where we stayed. It was very good value having 2 rooms and a huge patio/living area. We tended to eat at the house as... More

You wouldn't expect staff that is over attentive to be a less than desirable trait in a B&B but they wandered into our room (yes we left the door open) frequently to ask if we needed anything throughout the day, removing bug nets, untying bug nets, cleaning etc. It was a bit too much and it would have been a... More

We stayed here in Feb 2009 on the recommendation of friends. On the whole we loved it. Calm, relaxing and the BEST dinner we have ever had. We gave the chef some money to go to the fish market and he came back with crab and cooked up the most delicious thing. Nothing has come close since. The only negative... More

My wife and I were travelling from New York with our 9 month old daughter through Kenya. Banana House holds a very special place in our memory. We loved our room (on the top floor / roof of the adjacent building) with views over the beach, water and the town. They arranged a delightful trip through town and a snorkelling... More

The house is beautiful, both the rooms (well decorated and furnished) and the common areas (with beds, sofas to chill out, and a dining space). Beds are comfortable, mattresses of good quality. The location is not far from the ocean, so you can enjoy the sea breeze. The garden is gorgeous, with flowers. The swimming pool is large enough, and... More

Everything picturesque. Staff a delight. Food delicious. We felt so well taken care of and couldn't stop finding new pieces of charm in Banana House or Lamu. Highly recommended! The traveler who gave it a "1" was not inaccurate--it is a brief walk to the beach (via sand-covered alleys), and the meals they provide do need several hours notice, which... More

I spend a week at Banana House, Shela, Lamu. Went there for an "Art of Living Course". Everything was ever so good. The course, the people, the staff, the food, the beach, the village... it all was amazing. It is an excellent place to relax, an escape from everyday live. I stayed in a nice, comfortable Penthouse Room in the... More

We had six so enjoyable days at Banana House in the penthouse suite. Comfortable beds, great food served in your own dining area, beautiful gardens surrounding the small swimming pool. Daily yoga classes well taught. A short walk to the beach and a long walk or boat ride to Lamu Town. Staff looked after us really well and helped to... More