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JamboHouse Lamu

Lamu

JamboHouse Lamu is set in Lamu, 300 metres from Gallery Baraka, 500 metres from Lamu Museum, and 500 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

T
Tim
From
Netherlands
One of the nicest accommodations in Kenya i have been so far. Arnold is a great host who has a lot of tips for Lamu. The place is very clean and ideally located in Lamu Town.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

Jua House

Lamu

Situated within 500 metres of Shela Beach and 200 metres of Mnarani House in Lamu, Jua House provides accommodation with seating area. The bed and breakfast features city views and a sun terrace.

J
JESSICA
From
South Africa
Exquisite property ! So thoughtfully decorated with stunning interior. The breakfast and afternoon tea were a highlight
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 277 reviews
Price from
US$135
1 night, 2 adults

Kijani Hotel

Lamu

Featuring a swimming pool and tropical gardens, Kijani Hotel is situated on the coast of Lamu Island, along the Indian Ocean. The décor comes with natural handmade furniture, lanterns and ornaments.

E
Erica
From
Italy
Amazing stay. Wonderful style and attention on details, big room with terrace. nice swimming pool and excellent food at the restaurant. The staff is helpful and very professional. Best place in Shela.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
Price from
US$900
1 night, 2 adults

Shela Bliss

Lamu

Featuring a shared lounge and views of garden, Shela Bliss is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Lamu, 400 metres from Manda Beach.

C
Clair
From
United Kingdom
We loved the decor, the quiet situation and the breakfast served by Emmanuel who hosted perfectly. It felt like a real home, not an anonymous guest house. The beach was incredibly clean and despite the poverty very little was being hawked so it was truly peaceful. Shela is far preferable to Lamu.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$135
1 night, 2 adults

Sai Shanti House

Lamu

Featuring garden views, Sai Shanti House provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 300 metres from Manda Beach.

I
Isabella
From
Italy
Chris is an amazing host. The house is lovely, perfectly located and very reasonably priced. I was solo travelling and felt very safe at Sai Shanti!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$32.40
1 night, 2 adults

Sai Shanti House

Lamu

Featuring accommodation with a balcony, Sai Shanti House is set in Lamu. The apartment, housed in a building dating from 2002, is 200 metres from the Mnarani House.

H
HAILYU
From
China
unbelievable beautiful designed apartment in the maza of shela, but still easy to find. the host and housekeeper are all very kind and being responsible, always check what we need.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
Price from
US$49.50
1 night, 2 adults

Kizingo Beach Eco Lodge

Hotel in Lamu

Located a few steps from Kipungani Beach, Kizingo Beach Eco Lodge offers 4-star accommodation in Lamu and features a fitness centre, a garden and a bar. The hotel has family rooms.

F
Fenna
From
Germany
everything was perfect - the staff, the food, the lodges... fantastic place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
Price from
US$141
1 night, 2 adults

Mangrove House

Lamu

Featuring a terrace with sea views, a private beach area and a garden, Mangrove House can be found in Lamu, close to Manda Beach and 600 metres from Mnarani House.

J
James
From
South Africa
The locations is a gem. Away from the HUSTLE AND BUSTLE OF LAMU. There is a great restaurant next door With delicious food and you can always pop over to Sheila (5 min boat ride) for some activity if you feel too quiet on the island 🏝️ 👍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Price from
US$141
1 night, 2 adults

Banana Shamba Estate

Lamu

Located in Lamu, near Manda Beach and Mnarani House, Banana Shamba Estate is a recently renovated property, featuring free WiFi, a garden and barbecue facilities.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

Amu House

Lamu

Located within 200 metres of Lamu Fort and 200 metres of Lamu Museum in Lamu, Amu House provides accommodation with seating area.

A
Anne-Marie
From
Netherlands
The service of organising our special guide for a tour through town. And the best boat tour with the captain who is passionate about sailing the traditional Dow boats. The beautiful .traditional house, the rooftop with wind from the sea, the breakfast, the friendly staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults
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Jamala Guesthouse

Lamu
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

Featuring garden views, Jamala Guesthouse provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 200 metres from Lamu Museum.

From US$50 per night

Baytulkher

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and views of garden, Baytulkher is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Lamu, 100 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

From US$60 per night

Beytsalam

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews

Set in Lamu, 200 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Beytsalam offers accommodation with a garden, free WiFi, a shared kitchen, and luggage storage space.

From US$85.50 per night

The Red Pepper House

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.0
Poor - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Facing the beachfront, The Red Pepper House offers 5-star accommodation in Lamu and features a garden, shared lounge and terrace.

La Joya Lamu

Shela
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Located in Shela, La Joya Lamu provides accommodation 500 metres from Shela Beach and 100 metres from Mnarani House. The units in the bed and breakfast are equipped with a kettle.

From US$59.50 per night

Jannataan Hotel

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

Located in Lamu, Jannataan Hotel offers 2-star accommodation with an indoor pool and a garden.

From US$50 per night

Msafini Hotel

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews

Located in Shela, 2 minutes' walk from Shela beach and a 10 minutes' boat ride from Lamu Town UNESCO Heritage Site, Msafini Hotel offers an outdoor pool and a restaurant.

From US$90 per night

Jannah Lamu

Shela
Breakfast options

Situated in Shela, 400 metres from Shela Beach, Jannah Lamu features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out. This apartment features a rooftop pool and a garden.

From US$244 per night

Save money on accommodation in Lamu and nearby – budget options available

Beytul Habaib

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Situated 200 metres from Gallery Baraka and 200 metres from Lamu Fort, Beytul Habaib features free WiFi and units fitted with a kitchen, balcony and seating area.

From US$76.50 per night

Amani Guest House Lamu

Lamu
Budget options available

Featuring a balcony with garden views, a garden and a shared lounge, Amani Guest House Lamu can be found in Lamu, close to 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 300 metres from Lamu Museum.

From US$50.74 per night

Makubwa House

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a terrace, Makubwa House is situated in Lamu.

From US$110 per night

Fatnaish sea front

Lamu
Budget options available

Set in Lamu, 300 metres from Lamu Fort and 400 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Fatnaish sea front offers air conditioning.

From US$90 per night

Fatnaish Sea Front Apartment

Lamu
Budget options available

Located in Lamu, 500 metres from Lamu Fort and 700 metres from Lamu Museum, Fatnaish Sea Front Apartment offers air conditioning. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a balcony.

From US$90 per night

Katiti N'tamu Lamu

Lamu
Budget options available

Situated within less than 1 km of 18th Century Swahili House Museum and a 11-minute walk of Lamu Museum in Lamu, Katiti N'tamu Lamu features accommodation with seating area.

From US$85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Stopover Guest House and Restaurant is a 3-star property located in Lamu, facing the sea.

From US$100 per night

JamboHouse Lamu

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews

JamboHouse Lamu is set in Lamu, 300 metres from Gallery Baraka, 500 metres from Lamu Museum, and 500 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

From US$27.50 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these accommodation in Lamu and nearby

Roof Top House

Lamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated in Lamu, 300 metres from Lamu Fort, 300 metres from Gallery Baraka and 500 metres from Lamu Museum, Roof Top House features accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

From US$24.20 per night

Roof Top House

Lamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 2.0
Very poor - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Roof Top House has a balcony and is located in Lamu, within just 300 metres of Gallery Baraka and 500 metres of Lamu Museum.

From US$15 per night

Offering city views, Fatnaish Riyadha Apartment is an accommodation set in Lamu, 300 metres from Lamu Fort and 600 metres from Lamu Museum.

From US$47 per night

Boasting city views, Fatnaish Rooftop Apartment features accommodation with a balcony, around 300 metres from Lamu Fort.

From US$40 per night

Roof Top House

Lamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Roof Top House is situated in Lamu, 200 metres from Gallery Baraka, 300 metres from Lamu Museum, as well as 500 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

From US$15 per night

Ola Ola House

Lamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.5
Passable - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Offering sea views, Ola Ola House is an accommodation located in Lamu, 200 metres from Lamu Fort and 200 metres from Lamu Museum.

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Precious Bungalow House is set in Lamu. This apartment is 600 metres from Riyadha Mosque.

From US$158.10 per night

Nyumba ya mwezi

Lamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Featuring sea views, Nyumba ya mwezi provides accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around a few steps from Manda Beach. Guests staying at this homestay have access to a balcony.

From US$250 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews
Thanks to the housekeeper Fadir our stay was 10. We spent 3 nights in the house with all the comforts and the incredible kindness and closeness of Fadir. He gave us many recommendations like the guide Abu who show us around very professionally and close, everything was in detail. We also thank the cook Barak who came to make us breakfast and dinner, it was incredible! If we ever come back to Lamu we will come back to Umma. Asante sana!
Guest review by
Sole
Group
Avg. price/night: US$100
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Our vacation was fantastic! The place had a warm and inviting atmosphere, and the accommodations were very comfortable. It truly felt like a home away from home.
Guest review by
harith
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$27.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews
One of the nicest accommodations in Kenya i have been so far. Arnold is a great host who has a lot of tips for Lamu. The place is very clean and ideally located in Lamu Town.
Guest review by
Tim
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$155
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 277 reviews
It is a beautiful place to stay; charming, comfortable, clean, excellent breakfast and staff, not a lot more you require on your holiday ;). Would definitely recommend. Of course a swimming pool would be nice, but not so very practical in its location.
Guest review by
Fiona765
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$27.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews
Everything was great! Arnold is an excellent host, made us feel like we were visiting a friend. He was able to arrange different tours, give recommendations for places to eat and was able to accommodate our request for the extra bed on a late notice. The breakfast was superb! If you're looking for affordable accommodation and being close to Lamu culture and history, this is the place to stay!
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Natalia
People with friends