![Beach Palazzo](https://essentialeastafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/001-Beach-Palazzo-1024x683.jpg)
One of the most glamorous and exciting houses on the East African coast, a luxurious and expansive new private home set in three peaceful coastal acres between Malindi and Watamu, the Beach Palazzo features 75 acres of secluded beach frontage and a spectacular 40-metre elevated infinity pool.
Jacaranda Beach
| Kenya
![Dhow House](https://essentialeastafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/001-Dhow-House-1024x683.jpg)
A glamorous and expansive private retreat quietly tucked away amid lush tropical gardens on the fringes of sophisticated Shela, the Dhow House is a stylish and secluded sanctuary with all the attractions of beach and village just a few minutes’ stroll away.
Shela, Lamu
| Kenya
![Jannah Lamu](https://essentialeastafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/0001-Jannah-1024x683.jpg)
This stylish new ‘constellation hotel’ is centred around the old village square in fashionable Shela and offers a choice of Swahili-chic accommodation across seven diverse suites and apartments. It’s the perfect choice for couples or solo travellers looking for a charismatic and authentic Lamu retreat.
Shela Village, Lamu Island
| Kenya
![Kinondo Kwetu](https://essentialeastafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/001-Kinondo-Kwetu-1024x683.jpg)
Hidden gem and home-away-from-home, Kinondo Kwetu is a sophisticated and welcoming Swedish-owned and managed boutique lodge tucked away on the secluded southern sands of Galu Beach. Utterly relaxing and sybaritic, it offers water sports and activities galore for more energetic guests.
Galu Beach, Diani
| Kenya
![Manda Bay](https://essentialeastafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/001-Manda-Bay-1024x683.jpg)
An idyllic and intimate boutique beach lodge set on the quiet and unspoilt northern tip of Manda Island in the beautiful Lamu archipelago, Manda Bay makes the perfect away-from-it-all retreat and is renowned for its excellent ocean fishing and wealth of water sports.
Manda Island, Lamu
| Kenya
![Nderit House](https://essentialeastafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/00003-Nderit-House-1024x683.jpg)
An elegant, sophisticated and imposing family home, Nderit House sits in a breezy clifftop position overlooking the entrance to Kilifi Creek. Set in four secluded oceanfront acres and with four gorgeous swimming pools, it’s the perfect place for a luxurious and carefree break at the beach.
Kilifi Plantation
| Kenya
![Peponi Hotel](https://essentialeastafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Peponi-1024x683.jpg)
A Lamu legend for more than 50 years, Peponi has grown from a simple beachfront guest house to a unique and characterful boutique hotel with a worldwide reputation. Family-owned and run, with a celebrated restaurant and bar, Peponi is at the charismatic heart of stylish Shela village
Lamu Island
| Kenya
![Qambani](https://essentialeastafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/001-Qambani-1024x683.jpg)
A luxurious family retreat turned boutique beach resort, Qambani is quietly hidden away on Zanzibar’s beautiful south east coast. It offers a choice of eight delightfully different villas - all are put together with originality and charm and designed with carefree relaxation in mind.
Michamvi, Zanzibar
| Tanzania
![Tusitiri Dhow](https://essentialeastafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/001-Tusitiri-1024x683.jpg)
A magnificent 65-foot dhow converted for private charter, Tusitiri is available for day excursions from Lamu as well as longer sailing safaris. Tusitiri comes complete with speedboats, and watersports and fishing equipment and there is no better or more luxurious way to experience the magic of East Africa’s Swahili coast.
Lamu
| Kenya