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Kizingo Beach Eco Lodge
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.
Jannat House
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.
LAMU HOUSE
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.
Msafini Hotel
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
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.
Amu House
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.
Jua House
Jua House offers accommodations in Lamu, a 5-minute walk from Shela Beach and 200 yards from Mnarani House.
Kijani Hotel
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.
Shela Bliss
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.
Sai Shanti House
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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 19 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Lamu
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Lamu
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 208 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Lamu
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 146 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Lamu
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 56 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Shela
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Shela
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Budget hotels in Lamu and nearby
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Stopover Guest House and Restaurant provides beachfront accommodations in Lamu.
From $80 per night Beytul Habaib
Hotel in LamuCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 6.0Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 16 reviewsFeaturing inner courtyard views, Beytul Habaib in Lamu offers accommodations, a garden, and a shared lounge. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony.
From $81 per nightMakubwa House
Hotel in LamuCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 28 reviewsWith 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 $80 per nightFatnaish sea front
Hotel in LamuCheap hotelThe air-conditioned accommodation is a 4-minute walk from Lamu Fort. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Lamu Museum is a few steps away.
From $60 per nightBaytulkher
Hotel in LamuCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviewsBaytulkher is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Lamu near 18th Century Swahili House Museum. With pool views, this accommodation features a balcony and a swimming pool.
From $60 per nightFatnaish Tamarind Apartment
Hotel in LamuCheap hotelFatnaish Tamarind Apartment offers accommodations in Lamu, a 11-minute walk from 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 600 yards from Riyadha Mosque.
From $94.50 per nightFatnaish Sea Front Apartment
Hotel in LamuCheap hotelThe air-conditioned accommodation is a 6-minute walk from Lamu Fort. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Gallery Baraka is a 4-minute walk away.
From $60 per nightBeytsalaam Apartments
Hotel in LamuCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviewsBeytsalaam 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.
From $75 per night
Hotels located in the center of Lamu
Roof Top House
Hotel in LamuCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 10.0Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 reviewRoof Top House is located in Lamu, just a 6-minute walk from 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 400 yards from Riyadha Mosque.
From $24.20 per nightRoof Top House
Hotel in LamuCentral locationRoof Top House offers accommodations in Lamu, a 6-minute walk from 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 400 yards from Riyadha Mosque. This guest house features accommodations with a balcony.
From $15 per nightFatnaish Riyadha Apartment
Hotel in LamuCentral locationFatnaish Riyadha Apartment is located in Lamu, just a 8-minute walk from 18th Century Swahili House Museum and a few steps from Riyadha Mosque.
From $47 per nightFatnaish Rooftop Apartment
Hotel in LamuCentral locationFatnaish Rooftop Apartment offers accommodations in Lamu, a few steps from Riyadha Mosque. With city views, this accommodation features a balcony.
From $40 per nightTabassam Guest House
Hotel in LamuCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 6.9Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 12 reviewsJust a 11-minute walk from 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 0.7 miles from Lamu Fort, Tabassam Guest House features accommodations in Lamu, with a garden.
From $6.86 per nightRoof Top House
Hotel in LamuCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviewsRoof 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.
From $15 per nightJamala Guesthouse
Hotel in LamuCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 61 reviewsJust 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.
From $45 per nightPrecious Bungalow House
Hotel in LamuCentral locationPrecious Bungalow House offers accommodations in Lamu, a 6-minute walk from Riyadha Mosque. This apartment offers air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony.
From $158.10 per night
Best hotels with breakfast in Lamu and nearby
LAMU HOUSE
Hotel in LamuBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 56 reviewsLocated 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.
From $153 per nightJannat House
Hotel in LamuBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 146 reviewsOffering 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.
From $59 per nightYumbe House Garden
Hotel in LamuBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 10.0Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 reviewYumbe 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.
From $29 per nightBeytsalam
Hotel in LamuBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 128 reviewsOffering 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.
From $85.50 per nightPwani House - Lamu Seafront
Hotel in LamuBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 61 reviewsPwani 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.
From $90 per nightThe Red Pepper House
Hotel in LamuBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 3.0Poor - What previous guests thought, 2 reviewsFacing the beachfront, The Red Pepper House offers 5-star accommodations in Lamu and features a garden, shared lounge and terrace.
Banana House and Wellness Centre
Hotel in LamuBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 200 reviewsFeaturing 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.
From $165 per nightLa Joya Lamu
Hotel in ShelaBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 10.0Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 reviewLa Joya Lamu enjoys a location in Shela, a 5-minute walk from Shela Beach and a few steps from Mnarani House. At the bed and breakfast, units have a wardrobe.
From $51 per night
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What Guests Said About Lamu:
- 10.0
I liked that Lamu is a small town, easy to walk about and no...
I liked that Lamu is a small town, easy to walk about and no pollution say for donkey dung. There are many eateries with all kinds of meals, loved the seafood restaurants near the jetty. Lamu is safe for travellers and the community is very welcoming. Easy to get around either by speed boat, dhow or slow engine boats if not in a rush. The weather is warm and windy especially in the evening. People prefer to walk about and sit around the seafront at night where there is good ocean breeze before retiring for bed. Fishing is a great recreation activity which we all enjoyed while in Lamu.Guest review byEstherAustralia - 10.0
Lamu is a small conservative town rich in culture with very...
Lamu is a small conservative town rich in culture with very friendly people. I like that most restaurants are at the beachfront and I can recommend a few with what they offer: 1. Forodhani Lamu- for local cuisine like pilau, biriyani etc. It was the most affordable. 2. Sailors Joint- for shawarma, pizza and sea food. I went here almost everyday for their shawarma, so so flavorful. 3. Bush Gardens Sea food restaurant- for seafood especially. Had the best fresh mango juice. 4. Rangarelli Cafe- in Shela has the best local food there 5. Gelamu- for gelato ice-cream, this is in Shela.Guest review bySalleyKenya - 10.0
We were looking for privacy and relaxation as well as some...
We were looking for privacy and relaxation as well as some outings to get to know Lamu better so our location on Manda island with private boat service to anywhere was ideal Some recommendable eating places included peponi and kijani hotels in Shela, garden restaurant on Lamu sea front We also enjoyed Lamu museum and the Flip-floppy enterprise for recycling all kinds of waste plasticsGuest review byAnonymous - 10.0
Lamu best place to travel people r very good but be careful...
Lamu best place to travel people r very good but be careful with tour guide not everyone but my first tour guide was a scarmer I don’t recommend tour guide u want to go places ask people over there r friendlyGuest review byAnonymous - 10.0
Lamu is a mesmerizing town with a beautiful history.
Lamu is a mesmerizing town with a beautiful history. The people are very friendly and welcoming. For instance - the town can be like a labyrinth, which makes it a bit challenging sometimes to find spots - even with Google Maps. Either people ask you if you need help or you can ask them and they show you the way - many of them even walked us to the location. This experience was so wonderful - I would definitely come back again.Guest review byMeronGermany - 10.0
Great, quaint town.
Great, quaint town. The scent of the donkey excrement is off-putting but seeing them is sublime. Being a coastal town, there are many ‘captains’. I had my transport pre-organized with my accommodation so be weary of that and potential scams, as well as the impromptu tour guides. Touch water, take a sunset sail boat ride, and visit the beach, maybe even Shela. Locals were very nice and friendly, warm welcomes. Affordable restaurants as well, Sailor’s Joint for example. I stayed at Subira House.Guest review byDaenCanada
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- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 17 reviewsMohammed is a very great host. He welcomed me so nicely and offered a guide to show me around Lamu. We also made a food arrangement and him and his family cooked for me for the whole of my stay there which was affordable as food can be quite tricky when new. You will feel at home. I loved the upstairs rooms because of the ventilation, so would highly recommend those. It's also situated 7 minutes away from the main street so it will give you a good tour of old town when figuring out old town. Overall a great experience for budget travellersGuest review byBetty KenyaKenya
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 134 reviewsArnold the host is the best! They provide everything you need to make your stay in Lamu great! The breakfast is delicious with vegan options. Although the host is German, he knows everything and everyone, so I highly recommend this place if you want to spend your time with the locals (Shella, the other town with more hotels and restaurants is beautiful but basically made for European tourists)Guest review byClaudiaSpain
- From $155 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 9.1Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 283 reviewsWe loved everything about Jua House, from the wonderful staff (special shout out to Armami who looked after us so well!), to the amazing location in Shela and the outstanding breakfast and rooftop view. We loved our stay and would definitely come to stay in the beautiful, peaceful Shela village again (at Jua House!)Guest review byHendersonUnited Kingdom
- From $1,000 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 103 reviewsA unique and extremely cosy family-run hotel. We really enjoyed the tranquility, traditionally styled rooms, a nice pool area. Breakfast was the best during our whole trip in Kenya. The staff were always there to help us. Highly recommended and we would be very happy to come back again.Guest review byVytautasUnited Kingdom
- From $165 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 200 reviewsPleasant. Nice to have the yoga and spa on hand but you can just as easily walk from anywhere in Shela to join that. There was construction going on - advise that you check whether or not that is completed if you want a holiday free of construction noise.Guest review byMargoSwitzerland
