Peponi

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29 rooms from CA$256 per night

“A house that grew into an intimate hotel set by the calm waters of the bay. Arabic rooms painted in white with four poster beds and lovely sea views. Romantic pool dining area perfect for honeymooners. The popular fisherman's bar creates a lively atmosphere at night. Paradise. ”

Hotel Review

Peponi hotel has been owned and operated since the dawn of time by Lars and Carol and is a true reflection of their warmth and hospitality. From a few simple rooms set by the calm waters of the bay it has grown into an intimate hotel. The rooms have been designed with the island's Arab heritage in mind. With the romantic pool dining area being perfect for honeymooners; Arab ruins gently lit by the flicker of candles, and the popular fisherman’s bar, Peponi hotel has something to offer all. This has rightly been the place to stay in Lamu for the last decade - great levels of service in beautiful surroundings.

Written by Marc Harris, Tanzania Odyssey

Recommended For

Beach Life
Watersports, sunset or moonlight dhow cruises, unspoilt beaches and ancient sand dunes make this coastal paradise.
Lively
Snorkelling
Lamu archipelago offers some of Kenya’s best snorkelling, after which guests can enjoy a picnic breakfast or lunch on the beach.
Fishing
Peponi’s deep sea fishing boat 'Little Toot' with its experienced crew offers some of the best sports fishing in East Africa.
Watersports
The hotel has equippment for windsurfering, sailing Mirror and Lasers, wake boarding, body boarding, donuting and water skiing.
Wildlife Area
Lamu Marine Conservation Trust was started by Peponi Hotel in 1992 and works to save baby turtles and deliver them to the sea.
Hotel Entertainment
The hotel bar is a gathering place for locals and tourists alike, always full of cheer and characterful people.
Local markets
Discover the Lamu Old Town on foot or by donkey (no cars on the island) and pick up some real treasures.
Other Activities
Guests can take part in the wonderful beach donkey racing, great fun and more difficult than you think!
Great walks
Peponi is situated at one end of the spectacular twelve kilometre Shela Beach on the Indian Ocean.
Honeymoons
Beautiful suites, romantic moonlight dhow trips, sunset strolls along the beach- honeymoon heaven!
Sailing
Guests can explore the archipelago under sail in a traditional Lamu or Mozambique style dhow.
Active Holiday
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Rooms with balcony/terrace
Owner managed
Eco
Secluded setting
Barefoot Luxury
Sit-out Terrace
Full of character

House party feel
Wellbeing
Restaurant
On the beach
Artworks
Sea Views
Boutique
Chic
Antiques
Quirky
Child friendly
Traditional
Luxury
Four poster beds
Intimate
Romantic
Views
Remote
Gourmet

Facilities

Swimming Pool
Small pool overlooking the sea
Car not required
No cars allowed on the island.
Bath robes
Bar
Rooms with balcony/terrace
Outdoor dining
Sit-out Terrace

Restaurant
Garden
Child friendly
Four poster beds
Views
Safe

Activities

Snorkelling
Lamu archipelago offers some of Kenya’s best snorkelling, after which guests can enjoy a picnic breakfast or lunch on the beach.
Fishing
Peponi’s deep sea fishing boat 'Little Toot' with its experienced crew offers some of the best sports fishing in East Africa.
Watersports
The hotel has equippment for windsurfering, sailing Mirror and Lasers, wake boarding, body boarding, donuting and water skiing.
Wildlife Area
Lamu Marine Conservation Trust was started by Peponi Hotel in 1992 and works to save baby turtles and deliver them to the sea.
Hotel Entertainment
The hotel bar is a gathering place for locals and tourists alike, always full of cheer and characterful people.

Local markets
Discover the Lamu Old Town on foot or by donkey (no cars on the island) and pick up some real treasures.
Other Activities
Guests can take part in the wonderful beach donkey racing, great fun and more difficult than you think!
Great walks
Peponi is situated at one end of the spectacular twelve kilometre Shela Beach on the Indian Ocean.
Sailing
Guests can explore the archipelago under sail in a traditional Lamu or Mozambique style dhow.