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Offering garden views, Shira house in Watamu offers accommodations, a private beach area, an outdoor swimming pool, and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. Every room comes with a patio with views of the inner courtyard. At the bed and breakfast, every unit comes with a wardrobe. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with a shower, while selected rooms here will provide you with sea views. At the bed and breakfast, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the bed and breakfast. Sightseeing tours are available in the surrounding area. Jacaranda Bay Beach is a few steps from Shira house, while Watamu National Marine Park is 17 miles away. The nearest airport is Malindi Airport, 6.8 miles from the accommodation.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
10
High score for Watamu
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Maggie
    United States of America United States of America
    Gaby was a great host, extremely friendly and accommodating. I loved the serene minimalistic design and the quietness of the place.
  • Laura
    Italy Italy
    La posizione è ottima molto vicina alla spiaggia che è bellissima. Struttura molto bella curata e pulita. Gabriella gentilissima mi ha trattato come principessa!
  • Andrea
    Italy Italy
    Locale molto bello sulla spiaggia, posizione top! Molto pulito, colazione freschissima e molto varia. Spazi ampi. La proprietaria molto gentile. Consigliato vivamente per le vacanze in Kenya!
  • Antonella666
    Italy Italy
    Bellissima villa quasi sulla spiaggia tutto perfetto , colazione ottima con frutta fresca frullati yogurth brioche torte tutto fresco , pulizia al top spiaggia privata con ombrellone e lettini con materasso e asciugamani , piscina , il tutto...
  • Cinzia
    Italy Italy
    Villa molto curata , la padrona di casa super accogliente e la vicinanza al mare con spiaggia privata vale il viaggio.

Area info

Amenities of Shira house
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Walk-in closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional charge
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
      Additional charge
    • Mosquito net
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Saltwater pool
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Spa
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • French
    • Italian

    House rules
    Shira house takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
    Check-out
    From 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
    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.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 3 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

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

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

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

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

    FAQs about Shira house

    • Shira house is 5 miles from the center of Watamu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Shira house is from 11:00 AM, and check-out is until 1:00 PM.

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

    • Room options at Shira house include:

      • Triple
      • Double
    • The prices at Shira house may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Shira house offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Snorkeling
      • Diving
      • Beachfront
      • Game drives
      • Water sports facilities on site
      • Themed dinners
      • Private beach area
      • Bike tours
      • Beach
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Swimming pool
    • The nearest beach is 500 feet from Shira house. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.