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The Majlis Hotel

3.5 star property
Travelers can unwind with water sports like sailing and kayaking on the ocean, then rejuvenate with Swedish massages and aromatherapy treatments

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The Majlis Hotel, located on the beachfront, offers a peaceful retreat. Guests can enjoy kayaking, sailing, or motor boating with ocean views. The onsite spa provides Swedish massages and aromatherapy, while the rooftop terrace offers breathtaking views.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is 8.839.189 ₫
10.430.243 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May

Room options

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Royal Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Royal Suite

  • Sea view
  • 260 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite

  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room

  • Beach view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Manda Island, The Majlis Hotel is on the beach. German Post Office Museum and Lamu Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Lamu Fort and Takwa Ruins. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Manda Island travel guide
Map
Ras Kitau Bay, Manda Island

What's nearby

  • Manda Beach
    11 min walk - 0.9 km

Restaurants

  • Seasuq
  • Bahari
  • Moonrise Restaurant
  • Bush Gardens
  • Breakfast Da Majlis Resort

About this property

The Majlis Hotel

  • Family-friendly hotel near German Post Office Museum
  • Located close to Lamu Fort and Takwa Ruins, The Majlis Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a free return airport shuttle and a poolside bar. With a beachfront location, kayaking and fishing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a facial or aromatherapy at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy on-site activities, such as ecotours, sailing and motor boating. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop/cafe.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • 2 outdoor pools, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Bike hire, a local area shuttle and babysitting (surcharge)
    • Helicopter/aeroplane tours, 1 meeting room and concierge services
    • A front desk safe, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Highchairs and free infant beds
    • Showers, bidets and free toiletries
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat
  • Boat tours
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Mountain biking
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sail boat

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Baby toys
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 2,153 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 12

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.0 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does The Majlis Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at The Majlis Hotel?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Majlis Hotel on 14 May 2026 start from 8.839.189 ₫, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Majlis Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Majlis Hotel?

The Majlis Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Majlis Hotel?

Check-in begins at noon. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Majlis Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does The Majlis Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

Where is The Majlis Hotel located?

Within easy reach of German Post Office Museum, Lamu Fort and Takwa Ruins, this Manda Island hotel is set on the beach. Local attractions also include Lamu Museum.

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Reviews

The Majlis Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Paradise island

Our transfer was by Hotel complimentary boat from the airport ( makes sure you organise a few days before ). Our room was a junior suite, it was huge. The island is paradise. Everyone super friendly, happy & helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The sushi restauranr can do better
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet like one should be on vacation after working throughout a pandemic in the healthcare field! I loved every bit of it. The only thing would be they do tend to be quite pricey considering I grew up in kenya and so when visiting from the states I always look into getting ‘local’ deals since I speak Swahili
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxurious and charming!

The Majlis left me feeling enchanted! The attention to the smallest of details is what made my stay. The resort is spectacularly designed and offers breathtaking views of Shela - perhaps the best place in Lamu to bask in the sunset and enjoy a walk on a pristine beach. The rooms are very spacious and tastefully decorated. Everywhere you turn, you'll be awestruck by the Swahili-style architecture and furniture as well as lush gardens. The beach bar was my favorite place to hang out - the bonfire and picture-perfect views added all the more to the magic of this place. The staff were incredibly professional, helpful, and welcoming, I was overwhelmed by the hospitality. Patrick, Sebastien, and the Guest Relations team made sure my stay was comfortable from the moment I arrived and went out of their way to help when I had issue with my flight. If you are looking for a unique stay in Lamu, this is it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

RJWAVOJKG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The Majlis is a beautiful escape from the busyness of life. The local staff are friendly and truly go out of their way to make your stay enjoyable, with Patrick’s great attention to detail for the rooms with his friendly smile, Donald’s service at meals, and Alphonse’s cheery demeanour for boat rides to/from locations. However, the facilities (pool & beach beds) are run down / in dire need of replacement, the mattresses are very hard, and the food, while tasty, could use significant improvement to capture the fresh ingredients. What was clearly once a gem is now in need of attention - with minor upgrades needed to bring the hotel back to the splendour it once was.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Majlis Hotel is a fabulous get away on the Kenya Coast. Not only is it beautiful and comfortable, but it is located on the MUCH less developed Manda Island, just across a channel from better known Lamu Island. This way, you can enjoy the beauty of nature and visit the Lamu World Heritage site at your convenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Farouk

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Property was amazing, the reception service was also excellent, however the hotel was seriously lacking in quality of food for ALL meals. Peponi is a way better option for top quality food.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic family holiday

We had a fantastic time at the Majilis. They thought of every detail and were kind attentive throughout. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful hotel, little paradise with pools of charm, incredible bar, sea view rooms breathtaking! Hôtel décoration, statues, furnitures are so well thought every thing there is very beautiful. Staff and management team are very dynamic, welcoming, supportive and very helpful. They will help you organise unforgettable surprise for your love one. There is a lot of activities to be done, visits of islands, sand bicycle, kayaking, boat excursions etc... the water center is very well equipped! Food is good also, but for a 5 star hôtel we expect a little bit more (especially on desserts....) The staff of the spa is very welcoming and pro active, you can do massages, mani pedi and even gel polish (even if for the last one an additional training will help them to excel it). Except this 2 little picky details overall experience is VERY VERY VERY EXCELLENT!!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is unlike any hotel I have ever visited. For example there is no reception "desk" and the usual entrance to one's room. The hotel appears to be run and managed by young adults and their management is exceptional at every level. Comfort, quiet, unbeatable surroundings, the best hotel food ever and a total lack of the usual, noisy music and the expected evening "entertainment" made it a holiday to be remembered and cherished.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The hot

The hotel is well run and fantastic for family holiday. The staff were good and made the stay hospitable. The only thing i have reservations on is the food and i already communucated to the management.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ramy

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rufus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019