The Majlis – Lamu Hotels
The Majlis is a privately owned resort set on Manda Island in the Lamu archipelago off Kenya’s north coast.Offering world class understated luxury, the hotel is elegantly designed and boasts the best views of the breathtaking Ras Kitau bay.
Only a 10 minutes boat ride to Lamu town, the hotel reflects Lamu’s traditional heritage with its subtle fusion of Swahili, Arabic and Indian architectural influences.With 25 exquisite deluxe rooms, our guests can enjoy the tropical location
in western comfort.With traditional high-beamed ceilings,large window terraces and “baraza” seating areas, the ensuite rooms offer stunning views of the gardens, swimming pools and the endless Indian Ocean.
Rooms
The Majlis Lamu Island hotel offers elegant and luxurious accommodation Lamu Island, in understated design complementing the natural beauty of Lamu and its tropical location.The beach hotel facing Lamu Islands comprises 25 superbly-appointed Superior and Deluxe rooms, Junior and Royal suites divided into 3 villas. Each villa opens onto the white sand beach and boasts a private veranda with panoramic sea views.
The rooms at the Majlis, the best among Lamu Kenya hotels, are spacious with traditionally high, beamed ceilings, large windows and terraces with spectacular views of the beach, garden, swimming pools and Indian Ocean. Each villa was constructed making use of the archipelago’s natural resources, combining white coral blocks with hand-carved timber.
Particular attention was paid to integrating every Lamu Island villa among the indigenous trees and plants, to enhance the preserve the beauty of the local surroundings. Tastefully designed and decorated with tailored fittings, all rooms evoke the East African heritage with doors and furniture hand-carved according to the local tradition.
Suites in our boutique hotel Kenya boast a large bedroom area with a king-size bed draped with highest-quality linen bedding and roll-down netting, a generous en-suite bathroom, a private veranda, electric fans, and a safe. Each room is also fitted with air conditioning to guarantee a peaceful night. Wireless internet access is available. The en-suite bathrooms feature a hot and cold water shower and a classic “baraza” seating area covered in cushions.
Amenities
We are recognized as one of the best beach hotels in Kenya and are committed to helping you enjoy your beach holidays in Kenya.
Being one of the best hotels in Kenya, we occupy a unique setting, blending seamlessly with its island surroundings to offer a relaxing and peaceful holiday. The Majlis offers luxurious Lamu accommodation and facilities, allowing guests to enjoy the island’s natural beauty and resources.
Guests are invited to share in the soothing ease and atmosphere of the Majlis, the #1 Beach hotel Kenya: from relaxing in the beautiful beaches or strolling along the long-sweeping beach; to enjoying a cool drink at the ocean-facing bar as the sun sets; to tasting our open-fronted restaurants marriage of local ingredients and international cuisine; to indulging in relaxing treatments at the wellness center.
Our luxury beach resort in Kenya also has a Kid’s club that organizes many exciting activities and trips to ensure the amusement and entertainment of children throughout their holidays. Be it the Lamu Dhow Adventure, the Swahili cooking class, the Massai Warrior Experience, the Jungle gym and cycling trip, or snorkeling trip to Manda Toto and Kiwayu, children are sure to find something that interests them during their Kenya luxury holidays.
Activities
The natural surroundings of Lamu islands are spectacular and offer a variety of activities to suit all tastes and to keep active all day long. Lamu’s rich history as a former sultanate marrying Arabic and African cultures can be admired though excursions and Boat Excursions trips during safari and beach holidays in Kenya.
The Majlis is one of the best hotels Lamu Kenya and offers a series full day and half day experiences which focus on wellness, Swahili culture, sports, arts & crafts as well as environmentally conscious excursions.
The Lamu archipelago has the most spectacular and beautiful sand beaches that can be a perfect option for spending safari beach holidays in Kenya. The main activities to enjoy during Kenya safari beach holidays are deep sea fishing, day trips by dhow or by speed boad, kayaking, kitesurfing, paddle surfing, waterskiing, and windsurfing, in addition to Dhow Trips and full moon Dhow Cruises.
If you wish to enjoy snorkeling in Kenya, Lamu Kenya is the perfect destination for you. The Lamu archipelago, a World Heritage Site, is a biodiversity hotspot with a rich coral reef and mangrove ecosystem.
Our guest relations staff and sports coordinator will be happy to provide more details and to organize tailor-made and Kenya holidays all inclusive as per your preferences. Please contact them at reception during the day or at the terrace bar in the evening.
