Banana House reflects the unique charme of Shela. A beautiful swahili house set in gorgeous garden. We know the owners, Banana and Monika, since more than a decade and enjoy every year the time we spend with them. The staff hasn't changed since Banana house was opened and this says a lot about the quality of the people as well... More

We have just returned from our trip to Kenya, visiting family, and having a 4 night stay in Lamu to complete our holiday. From the moment we stepped through the door into the Banana House we felt at home. The staff were extremely friendly and welcoming, nothing was too much trouble. We got lost on our first trip out and... More

A nice property, simple / spacious rooms, friendly junior staff and a basic breakfast of fruit, toast, eggs and tea. Location is average – even though the beach is advertised as approx. 2-5 minutes away, this isn’t a great beach to walk on / swim in, and I usually walked to Peponi hotel and beyond (approx. 10-15 minutes) where the... More

This is a beautiful Swahili house, recently renovated, with lots of charm and magic ambiance. It is not luxurious but is comfortable enough and perfectly in line with the relaxed and laid-back atmosphere of the island, with many common spaces and terraces to dine al fresco. It has a small pool and garden to cool down, an amazing cook, and... More

OMG I was in love when I saw that hotel💜 I loved the rooms too, the beach oh yes the best EVER! My cousin lived in Africa for 5 years! I Wanna live there too! The pool was awesome, i love too swim so the was Pretty good! And the Breakfast, that was very delicious! Hope you loved it too❤!!!!!!!🌀☀🌊💎... More

Our clients visit Lamu very often as a end-of-the trip destination. Our family where the first people to stay when it just opened its doors. Must have been Xmas 2000 and we still look back with fond memories. Bananahouse is a wonderful lamu styl place. great ambiance, great service, good cooks and lovely little pool to cool off. Monica also... More

Very nice place and one has a piece of mind once you come to Lamu and Banana House. Rooms are basic and bathrooms are basic also, (they give a 10gm bar of soap her day) so do not expect 4 star or 5 star Lodge or resort. Great service and people at the House. The only drawback is the breakfast... More

Stayed at Banana house in June12. It is a nice place to stay in the island. The staff is very helpful. The bed is comfortable . I would appreciate the rrom more if there werw a TV and air condionner in the room . But overall, it is a very good place. Suzanne

We would go back in a blink if we could. The Banana House is the perfect place to relax and enjoy Lamu to the fullest. We stayed for 5 nights in the tastfully decorated Penthouse, an open plan space with one bedroom ensuite, large verandah style living and dining with a swingbed and two balconies with built-in cushioned daybeds in... More