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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 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
Price from
US$60
1 night, 2 adults

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.

B
BackpackerWind
From
China
It was a great trip to Lamu. The hotel owner will give you a map with detailed information about Lamu and will also tell you the transportation price in advance for reference. The view from the rooftop tower is great, you can watch the sunrise, the breakfast is delicious, the room is very comfortable, and I had many great conversations with the owner in the evening. I hope the business will continue to improve.
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.

N
Norbert
From
Slovakia
Hotel is amazing, they have their own bakery.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 271 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.

T
Tunde
From
Belgium
Kijani is a charming little hotel in Shela, well located to discover the village on foot, and the nearby islands by boat. It has everything one needs for a perfect holiday; provides a quiet and peaceful backdrop. We loved the flexibility of management (even with last minute issues), return boat transfers included in the price, amazing breakfast and restaurant. Fantastic staff (management, reception, cleaning team, restaurant, kitchen, guards, in short: EVERYONE): kind, attentive, all while being respectful of privacy. We have stayed elsewhere in Lamu and Kijani truly stands out. Thank you.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 103 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, 20 reviews
Price from
US$135
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.

A
Amparo
From
Spain
Our stay on Manda’s side at Mangrove House was truly wonderful. The location is unmatched, the peace and quiet are absolute. The staff is wonderful and so is the owner, super attentive and ready to help and share. The house is right in front of Shela and Peponi hotel, just a short boat trip away. Would absolutely go back, and recommend it to everyone going to Lamu!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Price from
US$141
1 night, 2 adults

Banana House and Wellness Centre

Lamu

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Banana House and Wellness Centre is located in Shela village, Lamu 2.7 km from Gallery Baraka. The property is set 2.8 km from Lamu Fort.

K
Karen
From
Ireland
Beautiful big room with lovely views from the terrace. Great location, quiet and walkable to the beach, restaurants etc, with a really nice spa right across from the centre. Staff very helpful and supportive with arranging tours and trips.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews
Price from
US$156
1 night, 2 adults

Baytulkher

Lamu

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.

m
marie
From
United Kingdom
My family and I so had a fantastic time at Baytulkher. The food was yummy, the house is beautiful and spacious, the swimming was perfect for young kids and the sunset view from the roof was delightful. The location is relatively quiet for Lamu town, not far from the port and the fan really helped us to sleep well. Malik was so kind, helpful and accommodating. He helped us with transport, drinks, mosquitos nets for the sofa bed and much more. I would highly recommend here. For the price you pay, you really do get a lot. We are very grateful to have found here. They have listened to the comments made in previous reviews, as issue like hot water have definitely been resolved and we received cleaning each day.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$65
1 night, 2 adults

Wildebeeste Lamu

Lamu

Offering a garden and city view, Wildebeeste Lamu is situated in Lamu, 300 metres from Gallery Baraka and 500 metres from Lamu Museum.

G
Gabriel
From
United Kingdom
Incredible stay; best stay I did
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
Price from
US$12
1 night, 2 adults

Jamala Guesthouse

Lamu

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

n
ndiary
From
Kenya
The staff and owner were amazing. I was warmly welcomed and assisted in tracing my way to the accomodation site. The cleanliness was top notch, regular room service cleaning, good breakfast and ease in traversing Lamu town. It was also a secure place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults
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For travellers who enjoy beauty in the simple things, a bed and breakfast (B&B) is the perfect place for a getaway. Hosts welcome guests into their homes and provide a private room and complimentary breakfast. Bathrooms may be shared by other guests, and there is often shared space with the host.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews

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Very good - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews

Save money on B&Bs 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$72 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

Baytulkher

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5 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$75 per night

La Joya Lamu

Shela
Budget options available
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
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

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

From US$72 per night

Shela Bahari

Shela
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

Situated within 100 metres of Manda Beach and 300 metres of Shela Beach, Shela Bahari features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Shela.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

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

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

Budget self-contained room on the GROUND FLOOR at JamboHouse Lamu, a property with a terrace, is situated in Lamu, 300 metres from Gallery Baraka, 400 metres from Lamu Museum, as well as 400 metres...

Enjoy breakfast in Lamu and nearby

Set in Lamu, Little nyumba ya mwezi offers accommodation with air conditioning and access to a garden. The rooms come with a balcony with sea views.

From US$200 per night

Subira House

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews

This historical Arabian-style building is located in the UNESCO-listed town of Lamu. It is less than 300 metres from the seafront and 3 km from the white sandy beach.

Andavelo House

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews

With sea views, Andavelo House is located in Lamu and has a restaurant, free shuttle service, bar, garden, sun terrace and year-round outdoor pool.

Kijani Hotel

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews

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.

Shella White House

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews

Situated just 10 metres from the Lamu beachfront, Shella white house features a restaurant and a rooftop veranda with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.

Furaha House

Shela
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Offering sea views, Furaha House is an accommodation located in Shela, 200 metres from Shela Beach and 400 metres from Mnarani House. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony.

From US$75 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these B&Bs 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.

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

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 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

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

From US$12 per night

Gaba Gaba House

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

Gaba Gaba House in Lamu provides adults-only accommodation with a rooftop pool and a shared lounge. The property features inner courtyard and quiet street views, and is 400 metres from Manda Beach.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Ras Kitao Holiday Villa in Lamu features a terrace and a shared lounge. The property has sea and pool views, and is a few steps from Manda Beach.

From US$141 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$190
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews
Beautiful big room with lovely views from the terrace. Great location, quiet and walkable to the beach, restaurants etc, with a really nice spa right across from the centre. Staff very helpful and supportive with arranging tours and trips.
Guest review by
Karen
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
Beautiful boutique hotel with large spacious rooms done up in a gorgeous Swahili style and a massive common area, right in the heart of Lamu Old Town's narrow roads. Safari, Johnson and Abu are really great. Safari in particular went out of his way to help us make our stay amazing, such as finding us a dhow captain to organise a private dhow trip. I'd 100% recommend Andavelo House for your Lamu stay.
Guest review by
Reya
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
Great location. Proximity to the beach was great. Beautiful upper terrace for relaxation on the property. Quiet and peaceful.
Guest review by
Chege
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 271 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