Just a 2-minute walk from Lamu Fort and 400 yards from Gallery Baraka, Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House features accommodations in Lamu, with an outdoor swimming pool. There's a private entrance at the villa for the convenience of those who stay. All units come with a terrace, a fully equipped kitchen with kitchenware, and a private bathroom with a bath or shower. Free Wifi is accessible to all guests, while some rooms have a balcony. At the villa complex, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the villa include Lamu Museum, 18th Century Swahili House Museum, and Riyadha Mosque.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Activities:

Swimming pool


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 twin bed
and
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 3:
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.3
Location
8.9
Free Wifi
9.2
High score for Lamu
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Neil
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful well appointed home in the heart of Lamu. The bed was comfortable with fans and mosquito nets. The kitchen was well equipped with pots/pans and appliances.
  • Katherine
    Canada Canada
    Due to unforeseen circumstances, we were fortunate enough to spend at least 1 night in each of the 3 available suites. ( 1,2 @ 2 ). The largest suite is spacious, well appointed and very comfortable, with its own terrace. The mid sized suite is...
  • Jurek
    Poland Poland
    Beautiful house in the heart of Lamu. The housekeeper was lovely and helped us with all our requests. Plenty of space to relax outside of the room as well.
  • Jeannette
    Germany Germany
    I love the energy of the house especially the pool and the roof top terasse It’s also more quieter then next to the ocean
  • Krzysztof
    Poland Poland
    Everything was great. Beautiful rooms , friendy staff, exceptional place.
  • Monika
    Lithuania Lithuania
    The place is very beautiful and nice furnished. the location is easy to find (one you know how to). the host is very nice and gives good tips about Lamu. rooftop terrace is amazing!
  • Teresa
    Portugal Portugal
    Milele house is absolutely beautiful - we stayed in the biggest room, that has a lot of space, a large private bathroom and a private balcony with a sea view. That room is on a different floor from the other rooms and is more isolated. Tarik, the...
  • Sir
    Estonia Estonia
    Very authentic and stylish home with attention to the smallest details. Rooms were spacious and the shared kitchen was well-equipped with anything you might need. Cute rooftop with a sea view. The on-site caretaker was always positive and helpful....
  • Melissa
    Brazil Brazil
    This villa was gorgeous, in the historic Swahili style of Lamu. We had the loveliest time here. The location is relatively quiet though you are in the middle of town - we walked everywhere easily. There is also good Wi-Fi which was great for us as...
  • Candace
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful accommodation with extra spaces for relaxing; host was kind

Hosted by Tarik

9.6
9.6
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Tarik
Welcome to Milele House, an enchanting three-story villa (475m²) designed in traditional Swahili style. At the heart of the home lies a picturesque Lamu courtyard, inviting serenity and relaxation. The villa offers views of the Indian Ocean from the rooftop, shaded by a traditional makuti roof, made from palm leaves to provide a cool, protective haven. Our guests will enjoy the comfort of three beautifully appointed bedrooms: two with double beds, and one featuring a bunk bed and a single bed, perfect for families or groups. Additionally, there’s a unique queen-size bed nestled in a special nook for a restful retreat. To enhance your stay, our attentive housekeeper has a designated room and bathroom on the ground floor, ensuring that every aspect of your visit is taken care of. We look forward to welcoming you and making your stay as comfortable and memorable as possible.
Hello, my name is Tarik Sanchez. I spent my early years in Lamu until the age of 5 before moving to Mombasa at 12. My roots run deep in this region, with my mother and half of my family hailing from here. Together with my mother, I am proud to offer our childhood home and other beautifully designed properties for your stay.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
Bedroom
  • Linens
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
  • Iron
Outdoors
  • Private pool
  • Terrace
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
Outdoor & View
  • View
Miscellaneous
  • Family rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardCash is not accepted
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House

  • The prices at Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House (subject to availability) that can accommodate:

    • 2 guests
    • 3 guests
    • 8 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Swimming pool
  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House (subject to availability) that have:

    • 1 bedroom
    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House is 500 feet from the center of Lamu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House is from 11:00 AM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House on this page.

  • Yes, there's a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House on this page.

  • Yes, Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House on this page.