Pet-friendly hotels and homes in Lamu

Featuring sea views, La Joya Lamu provides accommodation with terrace, around 500 metres from Shela Beach. The property features garden and inner courtyard views.

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Liesbeth

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Belgium

Very peaceful and beautiful guest house. The rooms were decorated with style, simple but beautiful. Extremely clean. Quiet at night (except for donkey sounds, but that's everywhere in Lamu/Shela!). Great staff, who really took care of us ! It's better to stay here than in one of the big touristy hotels, you feel more part of the community.

Featuring quiet street views, Two Bedroom Private Apartment in Shela, Lamu offers accommodation with a balcony, around 200 metres from Mnarani House.

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Bas

From

Netherlands

It is a big apartment, clean and has all the things needed.

Featuring garden views, Sai Shanti House provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 300 metres from Manda Beach.

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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!

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.

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Tony

From

Kenya

Excellent centrally located, nicely equipped apartment, wonderful host Chris. I’ll be back for sure

Located within 200 metres of Shela Beach and 400 metres of Mnarani House, Casa hermosa provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Shela.

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Weyni

From

Kenya

I traveled with my family, we stayed in different accomodations in Lamu, but Casa Hermosa was by far the best. Its a space that can be felt, not just seen, designed with intention, love and care. We instantly felt at home the moment we arrived. Much thanks to the wonderful host and lovely staff. If you are looking for a place to stay, look no further and book this space! You will not regret!

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.

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Chris

From

United Kingdom

Great location in the more affluent part of Lamu. Hot water if you needed it. Only two rooms with roof terrace. View slightly impeded by new build.

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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Hareed

From

France

We had an amazing stay at Pwani House! Zion was an incredible host — so warm, welcoming, and always ready to help with anything we needed. The house itself is a beautiful traditional Swahili home, full of charm and character. We especially loved the balcony and the rooftop terrace. Watching the sunrise from there, with the sea breeze and the sound of the ocean, was absolutely unforgettable. It was the perfect place to relax and soak in the true Lamu atmosphere. Highly recommended — we would definitely stay here again!

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.

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Mikala

From

Australia

It has a relaxing vibe and the staff were very friendly

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, mountain view and a terrace, Milimani Villa-Fully airconditioned Villa is set in Shela.

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Nicola

From

United Kingdom

This house is palatial - It is vast with loads of lovely chill-out spaces, every room is spacious, all the bedrooms have massive en-suites, and everything is spotless and incredibly comfortable. It is a new brand build but it has been done in a tasteful traditional Swahili style (but with all mod cons). The pool was great - it has a shallow end where you can sit and cool off and a deep section where you can dive. It was extremely hot in Shela in Jan so I would say a pool was essential for a comfortable holiday at that time of year. There is a vast roof terrace where we star gazed and chatted at night. The kids had movie nights on the smart TV which meant we could relax and chat elsewhere. We were two families (4 adults and 4 kids) and we didn't even use one of the bedrooms as the place is so big. The staff were very helpful and kept the place tidy and clean at all times. We hired a chef during the visit at a very reasonable rate - we ate breakfast and dinner at home and ate out during the day - he cooked everything we requested very well and the meals were all delicious. He also did all our food shopping which was very helpful. I liked staying in the dunes behind Shela (you get to see a bit of real Shela life on the way) but it is worth knowing that the house is not right on the seafront. It takes about 10 mins to walk to the sea/cafes. However, the location is reflected in the price - it was extremely good value indeed considering it was such an amazing house.

Located in Lamu, 200 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Ttunu House offers accommodation with free WiFi, a terrace or a balcony and access to a garden and a year-round outdoor pool.

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Emily

From

Canada

The whole house is incredible. The photos don’t do it justice online. It is a little paradise in Lamu town. The staff were incredible - Stephen’s cooking was delicious and they were attentive while still giving us tons of space. We absolutely loved our whole experience and stay.