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The Majlis Resort

–Excellent location - show map
+64 photos
Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous

Experience world-class service at The Majlis Resort

The Majlis Resort is located in Lamu with views of the Ras Kitau Bay on Manda Island. Featuring exteriors and interiors reflecting a fusion of Italian and Swahili-style design, the resort offers free Wi-Fi. The elegant rooms come with mosquito nets draped over the bed, white interiors and traditional designed furnishings. It includes a minibar, air conditioning and safe. Some rooms have a sea view and a garden view. The Majlis Resort restaurant offers vegetarian, fresh seafood and wood-fired pizzas, and serves international, Italian and Swahili dishes. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling, windsurfing and canoeing. Lamu Museum is 1 km away. Free airport pick up and drop off.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Activities:

  • Fitness centre

  • Fishing

  • Spa and wellness centre

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Guests who stayed here loved

Sofia
Portugal Portugal
“It’s a wonderful hotel, in a beautiful island with sandbanks and mangroves. The building and gardens are beautiful, very well taken care of, with lots of attention to detail. The staff is very kind and attentive. A beautiful and comfortable haven...”
Look
Kenya Kenya
“The fact that they offer city tours at an affordable rate and also dhow cruises”
Bayete
Namibia Namibia
“It’s a beautiful place, I love the decor, the friendly atmosphere and staff. It is also well located.”
Alison
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Arriving by boat from airport and landing on the beach ! Very spacious hotel grounds with one very large pool and two smaller ones. Lovely, comfortable room. Exceptional staff who all went out of their way to be friendly and helpful.”
Salomon-dien
Germany Germany
“Everything was perfect - the Majlis is a dream location for anyone wanting to enjoy the perfect blend of style, luxury & cultural charm by the Kenyan Swahili coast! Sylvia, Florence, Emanuel & the whole team were excellent in service provision and...”
Kirsty
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“So gentle, so elegant, so perfect. The staff were exceptional and anticipated every need while being friendly and unintrusive.”
Georgina
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful hotel - the friendly staff, stunning buildings, the gardens, the pools, the view of the sea. A very peaceful place with plenty of space and very kind staff. It exceeded all my expectations and I highly recommend.”
Abdulmalek
Kenya Kenya
“Location is good. Breakfast was good. Dinner was excellent.”
Andiswa
South Africa South Africa
“Facilities, friendly and kind staff, great food. It’s cleanliness, not packed. There’s a lot of spots to hangout Eg pool, bars and restaurants to accommodate all the guests. The location is stunning. I loved the sunset and swimming in the ocean.”
Nderu
Kenya Kenya
“Majlis is truly as advertised. The staff have excellent customer service. Our experience was exceptional from the point of meeting up at the airport to drop off. Value for money.”

Property surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Good breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$35 per person.
  • Food
    Bread • Pastries • Pancakes • Butter • Cheese • Eggs • Yogurt • Fruit • Cooked/warm meals • Jam • Cereal
  • Drinks
    Coffee • Tea • Hot chocolate • Fruit juice
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African • Indian • Italian • Pizza • Seafood • International
  • Service
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Dietary options
    Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
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House rules

The Majlis Resort takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 to 17:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 4 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Majlis Resort in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.