Fodor's Expert Review Fatuma's Tower
Lamu, Lamu, 80500, Kenya
Set against the dunes in Shela village, Fatuma's Tower is a beautiful, cool, calm escape. The magical homestead was built in the late 1990s on crumbling ruins, and looks like it's been there for centuries. Bougainvillea clamber up the concrete walls, and a giant tortilis acacia watches over the back garden, where healthy, fresh-cooked meals are served in its shade. The rooms are large and airy and furnished with Swahili antiques and local textiles and have solar-powered hot water. A big draw for staying at Fatuma's Tower is its yoga space where very accessible classes are available every afternoon.
PROS
- there's a cook who can do your food shopping and preparation of all meals
- it's extremely peaceful and there's total serenity beyond the sound of motorboat engines
- refreshing plunge pool in the garden
CONS
- mosquitoes can occasionally be a nuisance
- it's about a 10-minute walk through Shela to the beach
- no air-conditioning but there are fans
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Rate Includes: Free Breakfast