Subira House | Bed & Breakfast in Lamu

| 9.0 (171 Reviews) |   6 Bedrooms  6 Bathrooms  14 Guests
Lamu Bed & Breakfast | Subira House

6 Bedroom Bed & Breakfast in Lamu

This historical Arabian-style building is located in the UNESCO-listed town of Lamu. It is less than 984 feet from the seafront and 1.9 mi 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 1.9 mi from the property, but can only be accessed by boat.

Subira House is located in Lamu.

This 6 Bedrooms Bed & Breakfast is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Designated Smoking Area, TV, View, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 171 reviews with the average score of 9 . Coming to Lamu and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Bed & Breakfast for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 6 Bedrooms Bed & Breakfast if you want to learn more about this SunSki place in Lamu. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Subira House in Lamu is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Subira House”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Bed & Breakfast, please let us know.

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Behind Lamu Fort, Lamu, 80500, Kenya

Amenities

Designated Smoking AreaDesignated Smoking Area
TVTV
ViewView
Balcony/TerraceBalcony/Terrace
Transportation/ShuttleTransportation/Shuttle
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
Business ServicesBusiness Services
Sports/ActivitiesSports/Activities
Wellness FacilitiesWellness Facilities
RestaurantRestaurant
BarBar
Guest ServicesGuest Services
EntertainmentEntertainment
Child FriendlyChild Friendly
InternetInternet
KitchenKitchen
LaundryLaundry

Facility Overview

BreakfastBreakfast
  • Wine/ChampagneWine/Champagne
  • RestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBar
  • Coffee house on siteCoffee house on site
  • Special diet meals (on request)Special diet meals (on request)
  • FruitFruit
  • Kids' mealsKids' meals
  • Kid-friendly buffetKid-friendly buffet
KitchenKitchen
  • Shared kitchenShared kitchen
ActivitiesActivities
  • MassageMassage
  • Live music/PerformanceLive music/Performance
  • Evening entertainmentEvening entertainment
  • Temporary art galleriesTemporary art galleries
  • Locker roomsLocker rooms
  • Yoga classesYoga classes
  • WindsurfingWindsurfing
  • Themed dinnersThemed dinners
  • CanoeingCanoeing
  • SnorkelingSnorkeling
  • Beauty servicesBeauty services
  • Tour or class about local cultureTour or class about local culture
  • FishingFishing
  • Personal trainerPersonal trainer
  • DivingDiving
  • Massage chairMassage chair
  • HikingHiking
  • HairstylingHairstyling
  • Walking toursWalking tours
  • Water sports facilities on siteWater sports facilities on site
EntertainmentEntertainment
  • Baby safety gatesBaby safety gates
  • Board games/PuzzlesBoard games/Puzzles
GeneralGeneral
  • SafeSafe
  • Smoke-free propertySmoke-free property
  • Designated smoking areaDesignated smoking area
  • Non-smoking roomsNon-smoking rooms
Guest ServicesGuest Services
  • Private check-in/outPrivate check-in/out
  • ATM on siteATM on site
  • Shuttle serviceShuttle service
  • Packed lunchesPacked lunches
  • Vending machine (drinks)Vending machine (drinks)
  • Baggage storageBaggage storage
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Meeting/Banquet facilitiesMeeting/Banquet facilities
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • LockersLockers
  • Shared lounge/TV areaShared lounge/TV area
  • Daily housekeepingDaily housekeeping
  • Babysitting/Child servicesBabysitting/Child services
  • Airport shuttleAirport shuttle
  • ConciergeConcierge
  • Vending machine (snacks)Vending machine (snacks)
  • Ironing serviceIroning service
  • LaundryLaundry
  • Fax/PhotocopyingFax/Photocopying
InternetInternet
  • WifiWifi
  • Free WifiFree Wifi
  • InternetInternet
OutdoorsOutdoors
  • GardenGarden
  • Sun deckSun deck
  • Outdoor furnitureOutdoor furniture
  • TerraceTerrace
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
  • Fire extinguishersFire extinguishers
  • Key accessKey access
  • 24-hour security24-hour security
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirusUse of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelinesLinens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between staysGuest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Thermometers for guests provided by propertyThermometers for guests provided by property
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areasHand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Face masks for guests availableFace masks for guests available
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removedShared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Access to healthcare professionalsAccess to healthcare professionals
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authoritiesStaff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Process in place to check health of guestsProcess in place to check health of guests
  • First aid kits availableFirst aid kits available
  • Cashless payment availableCashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/outContactless check-in/out
Transportation/ShuttleTransportation/Shuttle
  • Airport pickupAirport pickup
  • Airport drop-offAirport drop-off

Policies

Check-in
Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
Please note that the island of lamu is only accessible by boat. flights arrive at lamu airport on manda island and busses 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 kenya's oldest settlement. it is an important site for islamic activities and celebrations.this property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties, please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Reviews

Value for money:
9.1
Location:
9.45
Staff:
9.61
Facilities:
8.57
Comfort:
8.8
Cleanliness:
9.01
Rumiko
Oct 10, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
Japan
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room InfoFacilities
Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 18 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Twin Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Bath or shower, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels

General

Fan, Mosquito net, Safety deposit box, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Carpeted

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area, Balcony, Terrace, Patio

Living Area

Dining area, Sofa, Seating area, Desk

Bedroom

Extra long beds (> 80 inches), Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Cribs

View

Quiet street view, View, Garden view, Inner courtyard view, City view

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dining table

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles, Books, DVDs, or music for children

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Family Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 27 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Family Room with Private Bathroom

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Bath or shower, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet, Body soap, Toilet paper, Bath, Shower, Additional toilet, Walk-in shower, Towels

General

Fan, Mosquito net, Safety deposit box, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Carpeted

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Living Area

Dining area, Sofa, Seating area, Desk

Outdoors

Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area, Patio

Bedroom

Extra long beds (> 80 inches), Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Cribs

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dining table

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles, Books, DVDs, or music for children

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Double Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 21 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Double Room with Private Bathroom

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Bath or shower, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels

General

Fan, Mosquito net, Safety deposit box, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Carpeted

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area, Balcony, Terrace, Patio

Living Area

Dining area, Sofa, Seating area, Desk

Bedroom

Extra long beds (> 80 inches), Linens, Wardrobe or closet

View

Garden view, View, City view

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dining table

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles, Books, DVDs, or music for children

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Double Room with Private External Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 18 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Double Room with Private External Bathroom

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Bath or shower, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels

General

Fan, Mosquito net, Safety deposit box, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Carpeted

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area, Balcony, Terrace, Patio

Living Area

Dining area, Sofa, Seating area, Desk

Bedroom

Extra long beds (> 80 inches), Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dining table

View

Garden view, Inner courtyard view

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles, Books, DVDs, or music for children

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 26 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Double Room with Balcony and Sea View

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Bath or shower, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet, Body soap, Toilet paper, Bath, Shower, Additional toilet, Walk-in shower, Towels

General

Fan, Mosquito net, Safety deposit box, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Carpeted

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area, Balcony, Terrace, Patio

Living Area

Dining area, Sofa, Seating area, Desk

Bedroom

Extra long beds (> 80 inches), Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Cribs

View

Quiet street view, View, Sea view, Garden view, Inner courtyard view, City view

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dining table

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Adapter

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles, Baby safety gates, Books, DVDs, or music for children

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Junior Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 18 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Bath or shower, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Toilet, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels

General

Fan, Mosquito net, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Carpeted

Living Area

Seating area, Dining area

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area, Patio

Bedroom

Extra long beds (> 80 inches), Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Dining table

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow

Entertainment & Family Services

Books, DVDs, or music for children

Food & Drink

Bottle of water

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer

FAQ's

Is this Subira House pet-friendly for guests? 

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Subira House? 

Check-in time for Subira House starts counting from 12:00 PM and check-out is until 12:00 PM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Subira House have a swimming pool? 

No, this Subira House does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Subira House? 

Best-rates for the Subira House starts from $38 per night with includes Designated Smoking Area, TV, View, Balcony/Terrace, Transportation/Shuttle, Security/Safety, Business Services, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Restaurant, Bar, Guest Services, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry At SunSki Resorts, we pair every traveler with their perfect accommodation, complete with all necessary facilities. Whether you're traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets, we have the ideal rental for you.

Is Subira House a family-friendly place to stay? 

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this bed & breakfast 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the bed & breakfast has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Subira House wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests? 

Based on the information received from our partner, the Subira House has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Subira House? 

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Subira House indicates 1 day stay policy at this bed & breakfast. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Subira House? 

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Subira House are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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