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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.

M
Maria Prytz
From
Norway
Arnold welcomes you with a drink and a map over Lamu, so helpful! The place is clean, Arnold very friendly and the breakfast is delicious. The rooms are fully equipped with everything you need. We really enjoyed our stay and would recommend everyone going to Lamu to stay here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 129 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.

C
Clara
From
Spain
I loved the decoration, the cleanliness, the views from the rooftop and the homemade breakfast
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.

d
diane
From
United States
Location right on the water, Swahili decor, great staff and wonderful food. I have come here 5+ times! And I will be back!
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.

P
Patricia
From
Australia
The host was absolutely lovely and made us feel completely at home. He made sure we were comfortable at all times, and tailored city tours, boat trips and a sunset cruise for us. Definitely made our stay in Lamu and we hope to go back sometime!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 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, 21 reviews
Price from
US$141
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.

D
Danielle
From
United Kingdom
Excellent location in the heart of Lamu town. I was given the choice of the available rooms. I loved the decor. Beautiful view of the sunrise from the terrace. Breakfast was so tasty. Muhammed also arranged a brilliant sunset boat trip for me for a great price.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
Price from
US$50
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.

C
Catherine
From
United Kingdom
This is a wonderful place to stay! It's a little haven from the busy lanes of Shela and Lamu Town .... so peaceful and calming. Its pretty garden, pool and relaxing ambience make it a stunning choice to totally unwind. Yoga and a massage spa are available. The staff are friendly and personable and the food is excellent. One evening we had a choice of a swahili meal cooked by local women ....incredible !! We loved our stay and were sad to leave.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews
Price from
US$156
1 night, 2 adults

Shella White House

Lamu

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.

L
Luís Fernando
From
France
The owner was always willing to respond positively to my requests, the attention's Tom is very friendly, helpful. The single room and shared bathroom are very clean and spacious. A good breakfast served on the rooftop, with a beautiful view and fresh air. The hotel is not far from nice beaches and not far from the centre of the village.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews
Price from
US$36.45
1 night, 2 adults

Ajooba House

Lamu

Boasting quiet street views, Ajooba House offers accommodation with terrace, around 300 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum. Guests staying at this guest house have access to a balcony.

L
Lucía
From
Spain
The location was great! The room is comfortable and good value for money and the rooftop was very nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
US$13.46
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.

D
Daniele Villani
From
Italy
This traditional Swahili house is full of artifacts and old tools..when we first entered we felt like in a museum. The host is a great guy, always smiling, ready to help with tips about Lamu and to accommodate all the needs you may have. He gave us a free room upgrade too. I def recommend you to stay in this fantastic place with an exceptional value for money and a great atmosphere.. location was great too!! I'd definitely go back when I'll be back to Lamu island
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
Price from
US$35
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 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 277 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews

Save money on B&Bs in Lamu and nearby – budget options available

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

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

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

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...

Subira House

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 193 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.

Amu House

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews

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

From US$50 per night

Kivundoni House

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Set in Lamu, near Lamu Museum, Lamu Fort and Gallery Baraka, Kivundoni House features a garden. It is situated a few steps from 18th Century Swahili House Museum and features a shared kitchen.

Andavelo House

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 65 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.

From US$96.30 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Lamu and nearby

Jannataan Hotel

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
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$50 per night

Bahari Guest House

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Featuring sea views, Bahari Guest House offers accommodation with terrace, around 200 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

Samaki House

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews

Providing garden views, a garden and free WiFi, Samaki House provides accommodation well located in Lamu, within a short distance of 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Lamu Museum and Lamu Fort.

From US$36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews

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.

From US$165 per night

Gaba Gaba House

Lamu
Breakfast options
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.

From US$135 per night

Kijani Hotel

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 106 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.

Jua House

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 277 reviews

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.

From US$155 per night

Shela Bahari

Shela
Breakfast options
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.

From US$145 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 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 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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$100 per night

Mangrove House

Lamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

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.

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Avg. price/night: US$165
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 215 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
Avg. price/night: US$96.30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 65 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
Avg. price/night: US$40.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 135 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
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$36
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews
One of the most beautiful buildings we stayed at in all of Kenya. Traditional Swahili and elegant and spacious. Beautiful common areas and private rooms as well. Great location.
Guest review by
Bree
Young couple