Msafini Hotel

4.1(170 reviews)

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Shela

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The rooftop restaurant has stunning views over Shela, and the pizzas are wonderful. If you're staying nearby, restaurant guests can use the pool, which is a nice perk. The staff are friendly and helpful, and you're steps from the long stretch of Shela beach.

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Gloria Kiambi

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Faza Shela Village Lamu East, Shela, Kenya

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Msafini Hotel is located at Faza Shela Village Lamu East, Shela, Kenya, Shela, Lamu.

Msafini Hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 170 reviews.

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I went there with my family and had the worst experience ever. The so called owner or manager was very rude to us just because we asked to check out earlier than agreed and demanded we pay the full am...

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Khalid Isam

4 months ago

Didn’t stay at the Hotel but I visited the Rooftop Restaurant and I had some tea while enjoying the amazing view from the top. Staff are friendly and service is very good.

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Rabbit

9 months ago

Lovely view from their roof top restaurant, nice foyer and pool area. We didn't stay here but visited the restaurant and was told, restaurant guests can also use the pool which was appealing given we...

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Amos Muriithi

9 months ago

A very nice hotel in Shela giving you access to the long stretch of Shela beach. The staff are super friendly and helpful. Their Pizzas are just wonderful. Would definitely visit again.

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Jason Bennett

2 years ago

We stayed for a week at Msafini. We thoroughly loved our time. My only complaint is one that Msafini couldn’t fix so it’s not a good criticism. The hotel can be a bit hard to find in the maze that is...

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