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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 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews
Price from
€ 21.59
1 night, 2 adults

Subira House

Lamu

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.

A
Annakathatina
From
Switzerland
Great historical building with an amazing Swahili architecture. We came back to Lamu after two years and even though we browsed a little bit, there was no other place that we rather wanted to stay at. Perfectly located behind the Fort, right behind the main square, Subira is easy to find, offers the greatest views and privacy. Everyone working there made our stay a true pleasure. Absolutely loved it, also this time. Some part of the downstairs area is now a café for the public which invited people during the day – really nice touch that makes it more lively.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews
Price from
€ 38.85
1 night, 2 adults

Gaba Gaba House

Lamu

Gaba Gaba House in Lamu provides adults-only accommodation with a rooftop pool and a shared lounge. Featuring private check-in and check-out, this property also provides guests with a picnic area.

M
Magnus
From
Sweden
Very very stylish and spacious house. Amazing rooftop.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
€ 129.51
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 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews
Price from
€ 116.56
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.

R
Rocio
From
Netherlands
Everything. The place is awesome and the host super kind and helpful. And I couldn't believe how fresh the apartment was when outside it was overwhelmingly hot!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
€ 62.17
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.

T
Tony
From
Kenya
Excellent centrally located, nicely equipped apartment, wonderful host Chris. I’ll be back for sure
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews
Price from
€ 90.66
1 night, 2 adults

Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House

Lamu

Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House features a balcony and is situated in Lamu, within just 300 metres of Gallery Baraka and 400 metres of Lamu Museum.

M
Melissa
From
Brazil
This villa was gorgeous, in the historic Swahili style of Lamu. We had the loveliest time here. The location is relatively quiet though you are in the middle of town - we walked everywhere easily. There is also good Wi-Fi which was great for us as we were working remotely on some of the days. The rooftop has a lovely breeze and sitting area where the Wi-Fi reaches. There is also a very nice sitting area around the small pool. Jamhuri, who welcomed us on arrival, was friendly and easy to communicate with. With enjoyed every moment of our stay and I would definitely return again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews
Price from
€ 109.65
1 night, 2 adults

Kizingo Beach Eco Lodge

Hotel in Lamu

Facing the beachfront, Kizingo Beach Eco Lodge offers 4-star accommodation in Lamu and features a fitness centre, garden and private beach area.

T
Tanya
From
Switzerland
Exceptional location and the design and spaciousness of the rooms outstanding. Delicious food too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Price from
€ 121.74
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, 24 reviews
Price from
€ 103.35
1 night, 2 adults

Beytul Habaib

Lamu

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.

O
Osman Abdulkadir
From
Qatar
Staying at Beytul Habaib was a great cultural experience. The mix of modern and traditional decor was beautiful, and David's service was excellent. The two-bedroom apartment was perfect for our family. We enjoyed cooking and felt right at home. The views were amazing, with stunning scenes of the island and ocean from every angle. Being close to the beach was a big plus, and my children loved playing there.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
€ 62.17
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Set in Lamu and with Lamu Fort reachable within 300 metres, Zahir House Lamu Shella offers express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi throughout the...

Roof Top House

Lamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.5
Bad - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

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

Wildebeeste Lamu

Lamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

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

Roof Top House

Lamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 20 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.

Jamala Guesthouse

Lamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Featuring a garden and views of quiet street, Amani Guest House, Utukuni Lamu Island is a recently renovated homestay situated in Lamu, 70 metres from Lamu Fort.

Amu House

Lamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews

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

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Mkunazini House

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Situated in Lamu, just 100 metres from Lamu Fort, Mkunazini House features beachfront accommodation with free WiFi.

Beytul Habaib

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 16 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.

Makubwa House

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

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

Baytulkher

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

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

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.

Beytsalaam Apartments

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

Beytsalaam Apartments is set in Lamu, 200 metres from Lamu Museum, 400 metres from Lamu Fort, and 600 metres from Gallery Baraka.

Jannat House

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 164 reviews

Offering an outdoor pool, garden and a restaurant, Jannat House is located in Lamu Old Town. It is situated a short walk away from the Waterfront and the Main Road. Free Wi-Fi access is available.

Pwani House - Lamu Seafront

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews

Situated within 200 metres of 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 200 metres of Lamu Museum, Pwani House - Lamu Seafront features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Lamu.

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Samaki House

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 124 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.

Kilele-Retreat Suite

Shela
Breakfast options

Kilele-Retreat Suite offers accommodation in Shela, 300 metres from Mnarani House. The property is non-smoking and is located 700 metres from Shela Beach.

La Joya Lamu

Shela
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

La Joya Lamu is located in Shela, within 500 metres of Shela Beach and 100 metres of Mnarani House.

Jannataan Hotel

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

Facing the seafront, Jannataan Hotel offers 2-star accommodation in Lamu and features a private beach area, indoor pool and garden.

Msafini Hotel

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 154 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.

Shela Bahari

Shela
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

Situated in Shela, 100 metres from Manda Beach and 300 metres from Shela Beach, Shela Bahari features a restaurant and sea views. Set on the beachfront, this property has a shared lounge.

AMOODY MANZIl

Shela
Breakfast options

Boasting sea views, AMOODY MANZIl offers accommodation with a terrace, around 200 metres from Shela Beach. The property has quiet street views, and is 300 metres from Mnarani House.

Shella White House

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 148 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.

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Avg. price/night: € 114.83
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 56 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 bySole
Group
Avg. price/night: € 103.61
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 10 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 byharith
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: € 21.59
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 138 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 byTim
Solo traveller