Subira House | Bed & Breakfast in Lamu, Kenya

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

6 Bedroom Bed & Breakfast with Designated Smoking Area, TV and View

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

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

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

General

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

Services

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

Outdoors

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

Living Area

Desk, Seating area, Sofa, Dining area

Bedroom

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

View

Garden view, Inner courtyard view, View, Quiet street 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

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

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

General

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

Services

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

Living Area

Desk, Seating area, Sofa, Dining area

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Patio, Outdoor dining area, Terrace

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

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

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

General

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

Services

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

Outdoors

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

Living Area

Desk, Seating area, Sofa, Dining area

Bedroom

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

View

View, City view, Garden 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

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

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

General

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

Services

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

Outdoors

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

Living Area

Desk, Seating area, Sofa, Dining area

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

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

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

General

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

Services

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

Outdoors

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

Living Area

Desk, Seating area, Sofa, Dining area

Bedroom

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

View

Garden view, Inner courtyard view, View, Quiet street view, Sea 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, Baby safety gates

Cleanliness & disinfection

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

Bathroom

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

General

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

Living Area

Seating area, Dining area

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Patio, Outdoor dining area

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 11:00 AM 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 with all other facilities. Casai.ca matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

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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