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Lamu
Boasting a balcony with sea views, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden, Ras Kitao Holiday Villa can be found in Lamu, close to Manda Beach and 600 metres from Mnarani House. Featuring full-day security, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Rooms come with a patio with pool views. 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.
Shela
Located 500 metres from Shela Beach and 200 metres from Mnarani House, Shiban House features accommodation in Shela. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation provides a fitness room, free WiFi and family rooms.
At the homestay, all units are equipped with a private bathroom.
Guests at the homestay will be able to enjoy activities in and around Shela, like hiking.
Went to celebrate my birthday and it was my first time in Lamu. A simple request to shiban house to make it feel special, ended up being the best birthday surprise ever...Sada thank you, my heart is overwhelmed by how you managed to surprise me 😊. Joseph took excellent care of us and was ready to help us around. I must say, I feel fulfilled even as I have turned a year younger 😂😊😂. Thank you mapenzi too for the awesome breakfast we got every day.
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. This beachfront property offers access to a patio. When staying at the guest house, guests can use private entrance. Really beautiful. A haven of serenity and calm. Exceptionally kind and helpful staff. When food is requested and cooked to order it’s of higher quality than that in the luxury hotel along the beach.
Lamu
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. It is located 700 metres from Gallery Baraka and offers luggage storage space. The guest house features family rooms. 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.
Lamu
Located within 200 metres of Lamu Fort and 200 metres of Lamu Museum in Lamu, Amu House provides accommodation with seating area. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. Every room is fitted with a terrace with inner courtyard views and free WiFi. Beautiful traditional guest house with all essential amenities, kept very clean and with wonderfully accommodating staff and owner, ready to go the extra mile to ensure we were comfortable. My family and I had a wonderful stay. The family room is fantastic, with a lovely indoor terrace to accommodate active children.
Lamu
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Banana House and Wellness Centre is located in Shela village, Lamu 2.7 km from Gallery Baraka. The property is set 2.8 km from Lamu Fort. The property features garden and sea views, a barbecue, and free WiFi is available. The position close to the beach , the staff were exceptional
Lamu
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. With sea views, this accommodation offers a terrace. Staff on-site can arrange airport transfers. The property has a really nice view of the ocean! The housekeeper Zion was really good and kind. I would recommend 10/10
Lamu
Offering a terrace and quiet street view, Wildebeeste Lamu is situated in Lamu, 300 metres from Lamu Fort and 300 metres from Gallery Baraka.
Some units also have a well-fitted kitchen equipped with an oven, a toaster, and a fridge.
This traditional Swahili house is full of artifacts and old tools..when we first entered we felt like in a museum.
The host is a great guy, always smiling, ready to help with tips about Lamu and to accommodate all the needs you may have. He gave us a free room upgrade too. I def recommend you to stay in this fantastic place with an exceptional value for money and a great atmosphere.. location was great too!!
I'd definitely go back when I'll be back to Lamu island
Lamu
Situated in Lamu, 300 metres from Lamu Fort, 300 metres from Gallery Baraka and 500 metres from Lamu Museum, Roof Top House features accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. Located around 500 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum, the guest house is also 300 metres away from Riyadha Mosque.
Lamu
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. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Lamu Fort is 60 metres away. Such an amazing host. He upgraded my room with no extra cost, and gave me a free tour of Lamu old town. He was also helpful during my stay for any inquiries.
Mangrove House, Shiban House and Wildebeeste Lamu have received great reviews from guests in Lamu regarding the views from these homestays
Guests staying in Lamu also spoke highly of the views from these homestays: Banana House and Wellness Centre, Samaki House and Amu House.
There are 18 homestays in Lamu you can book on Booking.com.
The average price per night for a homestay in Lamu for this weekend is US$69, based on current Booking.com prices.
Ras Kitao Holiday Villa, Mangrove House and Shiban House are some popular homestays in Lamu.
In addition to these homestays, Amu House, Banana House and Wellness Centre and Samaki House are also popular in Lamu.
Most homestays on Booking.com offer free cancellation.
Couples travelling in Lamu loved staying at Mangrove House, Ras Kitao Holiday Villa and Amu House.
Similarly, these homestays in Lamu are highly rated by couples: Shiban House, Wildebeeste Lamu and Banana House and Wellness Centre.
Many families visiting Lamu loved staying at Ras Kitao Holiday Villa, Mangrove House and Shiban House.
Similarly, Amu House, Banana House and Wellness Centre and Samaki House are also popular among family travellers.
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The place was clean. The staff were so good especially Peter the house keeper and Abu who was our chef. Its private so you get to enjoy your space. Spacious rooms and clean beddings. Also Tarik is such a good host he gave us contacts of people who would be able to offer us assistance incase we needed any and hence our stay was seamless and very easy.
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.
Location, very strong wifi, friendly and helpfully staff. Faryda is a very good host, she will help you with anything and cook lovely pilau. Thank you so much for a beautiful stay. See you next time.
Staying in a Shwahili house is a great experience!! Joshua was a great host.