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Amu House

Lamu

Just a 4-minute walk from 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 600 yards from Riyadha Mosque, Amu House features accommodations in Lamu, with a shared lounge.

R
Roberto
From
United Kingdom
Very well kept with all the original features,and very clean. Staff was Amazing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
Price from
CL$ 48,061
1 night, 2 adults

Jua House

Lamu

Jua House offers accommodations in Lamu, a 5-minute walk from Shela Beach and 200 yards from Mnarani House.

R
Reilly
From
Canada
The staff, food and overall ambience made our visit one of the nicest stays we’ve had in a long time. Immaculate facilities. The place is just so tastefully decorated and well thought out. Morning coffee on the terrace overlooking the harbour…. The village of Shela is lovely. No cars. Clean beaches.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews
Price from
CL$ 129,763
1 night, 2 adults

Kijani Hotel

Lamu

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

E
Erika
From
United States
the buildings and the grounds were beautiful. right on the water so the breeze kept things cool.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
CL$ 865,088
1 night, 2 adults

Mangrove House

Lamu

Offering garden views, Mangrove House in Lamu provides accommodations, a private beach area, a garden, and barbecue facilities. This beachfront property offers access to a patio.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Price from
CL$ 135,530
1 night, 2 adults

Banana House and Wellness Centre

Lamu

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Banana House and Wellness Center is located in Shela village, Lamu 1.7 mi from Gallery Baraka. The property is set 1.7 mi from Lamu Fort.

G
Guillaume
From
South Korea
The hotel is beautiful, and the staff is always available and welcoming. We have access to a wide range of activities and the hotel is well located, in the center of Shilla and a few minutes by walk from the beach.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 200 reviews
Price from
CL$ 158,599
1 night, 2 adults

Swahili Dreams Apartments

Lamu

Swahili Dreams Apartments enjoys a location in Lamu, a 8-minute walk from Gallery Baraka and half a mile from Riyadha Mosque.

W
Willy
From
Switzerland
Indoor pool, great architecture and design very stylish and comfortable. Staff was amazing, very helpful and well connected
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews
Price from
CL$ 81,703
1 night, 2 adults

Shella White House

Lamu

Located just 33 feet from the Lamu beachfront, Shella white house features a restaurant and a rooftop veranda with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.

B
Billy
From
Kenya
Everything about being in Shella countless times, is my peace. Ambience, Ben was available to assist with anything needed, good hospitality. And not to mention how accessible it was, you will find everything you need within that space from shops to hotels , beach view and sunrise.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
Price from
CL$ 35,036
1 night, 2 adults

Makubwa House

Lamu

With an indoor pool and a terrace, Makubwa House is a historic vacation home that features accommodations with free Wifi. With sea views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

J
Jo
From
United Kingdom
The staff and manager of the house so helpful. Lots of advice and recommendations where to eat. Also easy to find in the maze of Lamu, close to the jetty but far enough for a peaceful stay
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews
Price from
CL$ 76,897
1 night, 2 adults

Beytul Habaib

Lamu

Featuring inner courtyard views, Beytul Habaib in Lamu offers accommodations, a garden, and a shared lounge. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony.

M
Muhidin
From
United States
I recently stayed at Beytul Habaib in Lamu and had amazing experience. The staff especially David was friendly and helpful and a nice Chef as well . The spacious apartments offered lovely views and was perfect for my family. However, the location is a bit far from the town center but we had a good arrangement of transport by motorcycle. The property combines modern and traditional Swahili decor nicely, very Clean and well maintained. Overall, it's a peaceful place and I strongly recommend my friends specially with family to consider Beytul Habaib while visiting Lamu
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
CL$ 69,207
1 night, 2 adults

Jannataan Hotel

Lamu

Just a 4-minute walk from Manda Beach and 500 yards from Shela Beach, Jannataan Hotel features accommodations in Lamu, with an indoor pool, a garden, and a terrace.

L
Livia
From
United Arab Emirates
The location ,great staff very helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews
Price from
CL$ 48,061
1 night, 2 adults
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Most booked vacation rentals in Lamu and surrounding area in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking vacation rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking vacation rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking vacation rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking vacation rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking vacation rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 202 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking vacation rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking vacation rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking vacation rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking vacation rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking vacation rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 200 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Lamu and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Stopover Guest House and Restaurant provides beachfront accommodations in Lamu.

    From CL$ 76,897 per night
  • Jannataan Hotel

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews

    Just a 4-minute walk from Manda Beach and 500 yards from Shela Beach, Jannataan Hotel features accommodations in Lamu, with an indoor pool, a garden, and a terrace.

    From CL$ 54,789 per night
  • Shela Bahari

    Shela
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews

    Shela Bahari provides beachfront accommodations in Shela. The air-conditioned accommodations are a few steps from Manda Beach.

    From CL$ 110,539 per night
  • Wildebeeste Lamu

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews

    Just a 6-minute walk from 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 400 yards from Riyadha Mosque, Wildebeeste Lamu features accommodations in Lamu, with a terrace.

    From CL$ 14,418 per night
  • JamboHouse Lamu

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews

    JamboHouse Lamu offers accommodations in Lamu, a 6-minute walk from 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 400 yards from Riyadha Mosque.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

    Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House offers accommodations in Lamu, a 4-minute walk from Riyadha Mosque. Guests can benefit from a terrace and a year-round outdoor pool.

  • Subira House

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 202 reviews

    This historical Arabian-style building is located in the UNESCO-listed town of Lamu. It is less than 984 feet from the seafront and 1.9 mi from the white sandy beach.

  • Amu House

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews

    Just a 4-minute walk from 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 600 yards from Riyadha Mosque, Amu House features accommodations in Lamu, with a shared lounge.

    From CL$ 48,060 per night

Highly rated vacation rentals in Lamu and nearby

  • Deuli House

    Shela
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Offering a garden and a terrace, Deuli House in Shela is close to Shela Beach and Mnarani House. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony.

    From CL$ 173,018 per night
  • Umma House

    Lamu
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

    Umma House offers accommodations in Lamu, a 9-minute walk from Riyadha Mosque. This villa features accommodations with a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews

    Swahili Dreams Apartments enjoys a location in Lamu, a 8-minute walk from Gallery Baraka and half a mile from Riyadha Mosque.

    From CL$ 70,168 per night
  • Shiban House

    Shela
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews

    Shiban House is offering accommodations in Shela. The homestay, set in a building dating back to 2006, is a 6-minute walk from Shela Beach and 200 yards from Mnarani House.

    From CL$ 64,401 per night
  • Furaha House

    Shela
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

    Furaha House is located in Shela, just a 1-minute walk from Shela Beach and 400 yards from Mnarani House. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony.

    From CL$ 67,285 per night

These vacation rentals in Lamu and nearby have options with free cancellation

  • Makubwa House

    Lamu
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

    With an indoor pool and a terrace, Makubwa House is a historic vacation home that features accommodations with free Wifi. With sea views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

    From CL$ 92,276 per night

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Vacation Rentals That Guests Love in Lamu

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews
    Very clean and friendly staff, the villa is cozy and there’s many spaces to relax on. Everything worked well and the Umma house team catered to all our needs. It’s better to prepare because there is a lot of mosquitoes
    Guest review by
    Ashley
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: CL$ 43,254
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews
    The place in very nice and calm in a very central position in the village of Lamu. The room was big, cozy and clean. Great value for money!
    Guest review by
    Arianna
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: CL$ 961,208
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
    Beautiful location in Shela village, stunning gardens around the hotel and a short walk to Shela Beach which goes on forever. The restaurant at Kijani is amazing, better than Peponi! Definitely have the Kijani Crab Curry!
    Guest review by
    simon
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 202 reviews
    The location of Subira House could not be better if you wish to live in Lamu village. The staff as well as Christina were both helpful and friendly. I felt at home. Excellent value for money
    Guest review by
    Johann
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: CL$ 148,987
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews
    Delicious home made breakfast from the in house bakery, a great team to look after you and a lovely airy place with lots of calm spaces to escape the heya and hustle of the village. I 100% recommend Jua House, especially for solo travelers and those wishing to avoid the hassle of renting a house.
    Guest review by
    Cynara
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: CL$ 76,897
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
    Stop over is one of the first guest houses you notice when arriving in shella situated directly on the oceanfront.It is such a great place! Very nice rooms clean, and beautifully furnished.The staff could not be more welcoming and friendly! Breakfast was decent! The view of the ocean from the guest house was simply mind-blowing!!! For sure the best place to stay in Shella for that price bracket, talking from experience having visited a couple others before which are way inside the village. Will definitely come back here! Highly recommended
    Guest review by
    Bassam
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: CL$ 148,987
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews
    The staff, food and overall ambience made our visit one of the nicest stays we’ve had in a long time. Immaculate facilities. The place is just so tastefully decorated and well thought out. Morning coffee on the terrace overlooking the harbour…. The village of Shela is lovely. No cars. Clean beaches.
    Guest review by
    Reilly
    Family with young children