Subira House Bed & Breakfast - Lamu

Grade one historical building with high architectural interest in UNESCO-listed Lamu, offering eco-friendly accommodations and free organic breakfast.

Amenities & Eco-Friendly Features

Subira House is a Grade one historical building located behind Lamu Fort, offering high architectural interest. The hotel has a library, a garden terrace, and provides airport shuttle services via boat from Lamu Airport. It operates as an eco-friendly property with composting toilets and a strong commitment to sustainability, including a permaculture farm that supplies the kitchen.

Room Options

The bright rooms at Subira House Lamu offer either a patio or a balcony, and some rooms have views of the sea. Each room has a fan, a seating area, and a dining area. Guests can also choose a family room with private bathroom or a junior suite.

Dining Experiences

Each morning, guests receive a free buffet breakfast featuring healthy organic cuisine from the hotel's own garden. The restaurant also offers packed lunches and room service upon request, with specialties like homemade bread, peanut butter, and moringa omelette. Subira House Bed & Breakfast Lamu serves dinner with traditional Swahili three-course meals, and has a coffeehouse on site.

Activities & Entertainment

The hotel offers a wide range of activities including diving, snorkeling, canoeing, hiking, and windsurfing. Guests can participate in yoga classes, massage sessions, and walking tours or classes about local culture. Evening entertainment includes live music, themed dinner nights, and temporary art galleries.

Location & Services

Subira House is situated less than 1000 ft from the seafront and 2 mi from the white sandy beach of Shela. The hotel is close to Lamu Fort, Lamu Museum, and other cultural sites. Guests can access Lamu Airport (less than 2 mi away) only by boat, with shuttle service provided by the hotel.

• Location: Less than 1000 ft from the seafront in UNESCO-listed Lamu town
• Rooms: Bright rooms with patios or balconies, some with sea views
• Dining: Free buffet breakfast with healthy organic cuisine
• Wellness: On-site spa services including massage and yoga classes
• Activities: Diving, snorkeling, canoeing, hiking, and walking tours
• Family: Baby safety gates, babysitting, board games, and kids' meals