Pamba House, Shela

A spectacular new private beachfront home on the fringes of sought-after Shela, Pamba House sets new standards for space, style, luxury and exclusivity in Lamu. Beautifully designed, furnished and equipped in sophisticated, airy and harmonious Swahili-modern style, it makes for a deeply soothing and indulgent retreat.
  • A glamorous, generous and groundbreaking new retreat looking out across the Lamu Channel
  • Architect-designed around a cooling central atrium in imposing, sculptural and imaginative style
  • Set at the midpoint of a huge 8-acre coastal plot backing on to the sand dunes
  • With easy access to Shela village and beach – but utterly peaceful, secluded and untrammelled
  • Beautifully decorated in a calm and cohesive palette of greens, greys and golds – with hand-loomed textiles and antique fabrics
  • Combines cool and creamy niru plaster with rugged and repurposed dhow wood windows, doors and bespoke furniture
  • 14-metre pool with pergola and baraza, teppanyaki kitchen, lift, gym, air-conditioned cinema rooms, private speedboat
  • Extensive entertaining areas, multiple roof terraces and verandas with lovely sea and island views
  • Accommodates up to 12 guests in 6 spacious air-conditioned ensuite bedrooms

Accommodation Rates

  • Minimum stay – 2 nights
  • Minimum occupancy – 2 guests, Maximum – 12 guests
  • Minimum stay over High season – 5 nights

Low Season Rates (1st May – 15th Dec 2026)

Full Board – $500 per guest per night

All inclusive – $750 per guest per night

High Season Rates (16th Dec 2026 – 10th Jan 2027)

Full Board – $650 per guest per night

All inclusive – $975 per guest per night

Children below 3 years stay free
3 – 12 years – 50% off adult rate

Rate Includes:

  • Exclusive use of the villa including all amenities and facilities (cold plunge, Teppanyaki kitchen,
    fitness equipment, TV room)
  • All meals and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Full laundry and butler service
  • Boat transfers from Manda Airstrip
  • VAT and all local taxes

*All Inclusive Rate includes house wines, local beers,
house spirits and cocktails.
*Full Board Rate excludes all alcoholic beverages.

Rate excludes:

  • Premium wines, champagnes, spirits and liqueurs
  • Air transfers
  • Yoga and fitness instructors
  • Spa treatments
  • Any activities or excursions
  • Staff gratuities (Recommended gratuity of $50 per guest per day)

These rates, terms and conditions are valid for stays up until 10th January 2027

Please familiarise yourself with all the terms & conditions on our website when making a booking

Bookings can only be confirmed upon receipt of payment. Until a booking is confirmed, availability is subject to change without notice.

Please contact us for rates and availability

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