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    Banana House & Wellness Centre

    153 Reviews
    #2 of 32 B&Bs / Inns in Lamu Island
    Plot 318, Lamu Island, Kenya
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    02/07/2017 03/07/2017
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      2 adults
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          US$111
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          Overview
          4.5
          153 reviews
          • Excellent76%
          • Very good20%
          • Average1%
          • Poor2%
          • Terrible1%
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          “the penthouse” (24 reviews)
          “yoga classes” (9 reviews)
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          Breakfast included
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          Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile
          Great accomodation to relax and chill

          We stayed for two nights in the king suite with seaview and it was really hard to leave the room. It is so cosy and it has a beautiful view over the sea and garden. The staff was very nice and the food was very...More

          Thank Crina D
          Reviewed 16 May 2017
          Excellent getaway with great service

          We spent a long week-end at Banana House with the main objective to relax and take it easy. So, objective achieved: the room was quiet (well, besides the occasional donkey's bray :-) ), the view from the wellness area is very soothing, the staff and...More

          Thank Claudia C
          Reviewed 4 May 2017
          Amazing wellness penthouse

          The wellness penthouse, which has two double ensuite rooms and a huge private patio with lots of seating, a dining table and two swinging day beds, was perfect for staying with my partner and my elderly mother. We each had our own space but could...More

          Thank Helen A
          Response from Monika F, Owner at Banana House & Wellness CentreResponded 6 May 2017

          Dear guest, we are very happy to hear you enjoyed so much the Wellness Penthouse with your partner and mother. It indeed has privacy and space so perfect for 3 people or 2 couples. We hope to welcome you another time. Banana House team.

          Reviewed 19 March 2017
          Just perfection, complete relaxation

          Gorgeous property with lush gardens and lovely common areas for relaxing in, including a wonderful pool. The rooms are beautifully decorated and very comfortable. Everyone is very friendly and helpful. My favorite part was the made to order breakfast that I had each morning on...More

          Thank Genevieve C
          Reviewed 16 January 2017
          Excellent spot for relaxation and yoga!

          I stayed here for 3 nights and loved my trip! Banana House has all you need - nice small pool, loads of places to relax/hammocks, soft cushions. I likes the communal style dinner table which is on each level of the guesthouse - good for...More

          Thank AnnaLou1981
          Response from Monika F, Owner at Banana House & Wellness CentreResponded 18 January 2017

          Dear guest, thank you so much for your warm review and good descriptions of the place and of course we are very happy to read that you feel so safe. I'm also sorry to hear about the pedicure and we have take it up with...More

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          Amenities
          • Top amenities
          • Pool
          • Restaurant
          • Breakfast included
          • Beachfront
          • Room Service
          • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
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          • Breakfast included
          • Laundry Service
          • Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
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          • Airport Transportation
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          • Pool
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          • US$78 - US$129 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
          • Room types
          • Non-Smoking Rooms ,
          • Suites ,
          • Kitchenette ,
          • Family Rooms
          • Number of rooms
          • 7
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          Room Tips
          "Bring your earplugs as the village life is quite noisy early hours...donkeys, roosters, babies etc."
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          "The penthouse looked amazing, with private outdoor space (other rooms share common areas)."
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          "Depends what you want as each room is unique"
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          "I would highly recommend to opt for the penthouse at the wellness center , though all rooms had a great view!!"
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