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Jua House

Lamu

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

H
HAVANA
From
Kenya
The staff was ever so helpful and amazing. Kudoz to Kalu and Chai. The breakfast was amazing and great portions- and variety. A great hidden GEM! So breathtaking. Amazing guides, cool place to just chill if you don't want to move around. The views were scenic and it was easy to navigate around. Great, great bread! The owner Thomas was so down to earth and cool! Peaceful and privacy guaranteed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 287 reviews
Price from
$130
1 night, 2 adults
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Shela Bliss

Lamu

Shela Bliss is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Lamu near Manda Beach. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

A
Avnish
From
Mauritius
It was one of the most memorable stays I’ve had. The house is a traditional Swahili house, with a beautiful terrace and views, a tastefully decorated interior with all the necessary amenities and a well stacked kitchen, which is always a plus with kids. Our host Abadalla is quite simply the best host I’ve ever had - and we travel quite a bit. He was kind, thoughtful and basically carefully planned our entire stay, coordinating tours, recommending awesome local spots and day activities along the way. He took take of it all, from airport pick up, to sunset Dhow, to Lamu tour, he negotiated the prices and made the trip ultra smooth. He also served us beautiful breakfast every morning, with a large variety of fruits, Swahili pastries, omelettes, etc. He also stocked the fridge and made sure we always had drinking water for a very reasonable fee. The nicest and warmest guy, who also shared many special moments with us, and shared stories and history of Lamu as well. We would highly recommend Shela Bliss to anyone. An outstanding experience!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
$135
1 night, 2 adults
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Sai Shanti House

Lamu

Just a 3-minute walk from Manda Beach and 200 yards from Mnarani House, Sai Shanti House features accommodations in Lamu with a garden.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$32.40
1 night, 2 adults
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Sai Shanti House

Lamu

Sai Shanti House offers accommodations in Lamu, a 2-minute walk from Mnarani House. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a balcony.

M
Maria
From
Greece
Everything! It is such a lovely place that will make your stay in Shela a beautiful memory. Super cozy, spacious, full of light, with all amenities, drinking water, non stop electricity even during power cuts, great ventilation, chilled vibe and above all a constant support by Chris and Reuben, who have been great in all terms and made us feel like home. Thank you Sai Shanti. We will be back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
$40.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Ras Kitao Holiday Villa

Lamu

Featuring garden views, Ras Kitao Holiday Villa in Lamu provides accommodations, a terrace, and a shared lounge. With pool views, this accommodation offers a balcony.

Y
Yussuf
From
Kenya
It's a great location, quiet and serene. Rooms were spacious and clean. The staff and food were incredible. Paul was awesome together with the two gentlemen.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
$85
1 night, 2 adults
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Kizingo Beach Eco Lodge

Hotel in Lamu

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

V
Victoria
From
United States
Amazing probably, just stunning and the staff were incredible. Would love to go back. Highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
$141
1 night, 2 adults
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Andavelo House

Lamu

With 18th Century Swahili House Museum reachable in a few steps, Andavelo House provides accommodations, a restaurant, a garden, a bar, and a shared lounge.

S
Sammy
From
Kenya
Safari was amazing, both as a guide and a host. He went over and above to help organize activities across the duration of our stay. And the cuisine was wonderful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews
Price from
$96.30
1 night, 2 adults
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Banana Shamba Estate

Lamu

Banana Shamba Estate provides spa facilities and wellness packages, as well as accommodations with free Wifi and a kitchen in Lamu, a 6-minute walk from Manda Beach.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$30
1 night, 2 adults
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Samaki House

Lamu

Providing garden views, a garden, and free Wifi, Samaki House is located in Lamu, a 2-minute walk from 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 400 yards from Lamu Museum.

S
Selma
From
Bosnia and Herzegovina
I just loved the interior design of the place, the rooftop, the furniture... The room was really spacious, the bathroom too. The breakfast was good, Moses who was managing the place is very kind and helpful. It's very close to the pier and it was easy to reach.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
$35
1 night, 2 adults
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Beytsalam

Lamu

Offering a garden and a shared lounge, Beytsalam in Lamu is close to 18th Century Swahili House Museum and Lamu Museum. Featuring sea and city views, this bed and breakfast also features free Wifi.

M
Matt
From
United States
Price point was spot on! Location fantastic and conveniently close to the airport. Dinner next door at Lamu House was exceptional. Nice alternative to the more expensive Shella.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
Price from
$85.50
1 night, 2 adults
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For those trying to save, these fun, budget hotels still have lots to offer, from Wifi to convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties are set in central areas and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find loads of options that feature 24-hour front desks and luggage storage.

Most booked cheap hotels in Lamu and surrounding area in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 211 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 200 reviews

Stay connected in Lamu and nearby. Cheap hotels with free Wifi

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Roof Top House is located in Lamu, just a 6-minute walk from 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 400 yards from Riyadha Mosque.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Roof Top House offers accommodations in Lamu, a 3-minute walk from Riyadha Mosque. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Lamu Fort is a few steps away.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

    Just a 2-minute walk from Lamu Museum and 300 yards from Gallery Baraka, Jamala Guesthouse features accommodations in Lamu with a garden. With garden views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Baytulkher is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Lamu where guests can make the most of its outdoor swimming pool and shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

    Beytsalaam Apartments offers accommodations in Lamu, a 7-minute walk from Gallery Baraka and half a mile from Riyadha Mosque. When staying at the apartment, guests can use private entrance.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

    Located in Lamu and with 18th Century Swahili House Museum reachable within a 1-minute walk, LAMU HOUSE has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews

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

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  • Yumbe House Garden

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Yumbe House Garden enjoys a location in Lamu, a 9-minute walk from Gallery Baraka and 0.6 miles from Riyadha Mosque. With sea views, this accommodation features a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

    Pwani House - Lamu Seafront enjoys a location in Lamu, a 7-minute walk from Gallery Baraka and half a mile from Riyadha Mosque. Guests staying at this guest house have access to a balcony.

  • Msafini Hotel

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 211 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.

  • Royal House Shela

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

    Located within a 3-minute walk of Shela Beach and 200 yards of Mnarani House, Royal House Shela has rooms in Lamu. This 5-star hotel offers room service and free WiFi. The hotel has family rooms.

  • Shella White House

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews

    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.

  • Wildebeeste Lamu

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 100 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.

  • JamboHouse Lamu

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 132 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 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Budget self-contained room on the GROUND FLOOR at JamboHouse Lamu offers accommodations in Lamu, a 4-minute walk from Riyadha Mosque. This bed and breakfast features a terrace.

Great access to the city center. Check these cheap hotels in Lamu and nearby

  • Gaba Gaba House

    Lamu
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Gaba Gaba House in Lamu provides adults-only accommodations with a rooftop pool and a shared lounge. This guest house is a 4-minute walk from Manda Beach and a few steps from Mnarani House.

  • The Cabanas Lamu

    Lamu
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Facing the beachfront, The Cabanas Lamu offers 5-star accommodations in Lamu and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private beach area.

  • 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
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 207 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.

  • Ttunu House

    Lamu
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

    With an outdoor swimming pool and a garden, Ttunu House is a historic villa that provides accommodations with free Wifi. Guests staying at this villa have access to a balcony.

  • Umma House

    Lamu
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

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

  • Sai Shanti House

    Lamu
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Sai Shanti House offers accommodations in Lamu, a 2-minute walk from Mnarani House. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a balcony.

  • Sai Shanti House

    Lamu
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Just a 3-minute walk from Manda Beach and 200 yards from Mnarani House, Sai Shanti House features accommodations in Lamu with a garden.

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Cheap hotels that guests love in Lamu

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  • Pwani House - Lamu Seafront

    Cheap hotel in Lamu
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews
    The location was ideal just next to the ocean the views in the morning and at sun set we just amazing. The property close proximity to tourists site and access to the other islands and beaches. The owner also upgraded our room at no cost which was very kind.
    Guest review by
    Samson
    Young couple

  • JamboHouse Lamu

    Cheap hotel in Lamu
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
    The location is great, I chose this Hotel because it was the cheapest I found and I didn’t expect such a nice place. Great breakfast, nice rooftop and really nice owner
    Guest review by
    Ya.man.
    Solo traveler

  • Subira House

    Cheap hotel in Lamu
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews
    Loved this place! Spotless, good food, great staff, authentic, breezy and bright room And best of all the location is smack bang in the middle of old Lamu- we loved it.
    Guest review by
    Sandra
    Young couple

  • JamboHouse Lamu

    Cheap hotel in Lamu
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 132 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 traveler

  • Subira House

    Cheap hotel in Lamu
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews
    Subira House was perfect as a sole traveller and for an extended stay (10 days). Kiki, Paul, Mohammed and all the staff made me feel really welcome and I met so many lovely people through the social dinners and breakfasts. Breakfast was amazing and the location was ideal in the middle of the old town. Have already recommended to friends and will stay here whenever I'm back in Lamu
    Guest review by
    Molly
    Solo traveler

  • Shella White House

    Cheap hotel in Lamu
    Avg. price/night: $45
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
    The location is perfect to enjoy shela and lamu and the hotel is very clean Tom, the charger, is fantastic and the breakfast is very complete and yummy!!
    Guest review by
    Mónica
    Group

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