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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.

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9.2
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
US$76.50
per night

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. Amazing place. We were treated like we were at home from the beginning. Since it was just us in the building, we were upgraded to the big suite. Delicious breakfast too.

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9
Superb
99 reviews
Price from
US$33
per night

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. The locations is a gem. Away from the HUSTLE AND BUSTLE OF LAMU. There is a great restaurant next door With delicious food and you can always pop over to Sheila (5 min boat ride) for some activity if you feel too quiet on the island 🏝️ 👍

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9.1
Superb
21 reviews
Price from
US$124.45
per night

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. Moses was so kind and helpful. I loved the breakfast and our room!

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8.2
Very good
127 reviews
Price from
US$31.50
per night

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. Great location. Easy to find. Beautiful architecture. Comfortable. Breakfast was Amazing for $5 USD. Get a lot for your money. Staff are wonderful.

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8.9
Fabulous
111 reviews
Price from
US$40
per night

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. My stay in Lamu was truly amazing. The open space and perfect climate felt like paradise. I never wanted to get up from the hammock. Kamala, Jacky, and Jamil were great hosts, offering plenty of support throughout my stay. Although I was tempted to try other dining options, I found myself obsessed with the fantastic food served here. It was an incredibly relaxing and memorable holiday, and I hope to return again in the future.

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8.7
Fabulous
200 reviews
Price from
US$94
per night

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 place never disappoints. This was my second time staying here and it still exceeded my expectations. The flat I stayed in was spacious and thoughtfully designed with some artful collections of antique Swahili style furniture. There was access to a private fully equipped kitchenette with an adjacent outdoor dining/ lounging area. The room was airy and well ventilated and also had a very spacious bathroom that had great shower pressure! Joshua is an exceptional host, responsive, warm and welcoming and very attentive. He has even made provisions for Solar lights in case of power outages which were infrequent during my stay and only lasted a few minutes at a time. The Wilderbeeste provides all the comforts and necessities of a home away from home yet its quirky and historical design provides a sense of adventure and novelty needed for a retreat! Can't wait to return for a longer stay!

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8.6
Fabulous
99 reviews
Price from
US$15
per night

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.

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10
Exceptional
1 reviews
Price from
US$24.20
per night

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.

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7.9
Good
7 reviews
Price from
US$15
per night

Gaba Gaba House in Lamu provides adults-only accommodation with a rooftop pool and a shared lounge. The property features inner courtyard and quiet street views, and is 400 metres from Manda Beach. The accommodation provides private check-in and check-out, and currency exchange for guests.

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10
Exceptional
1 reviews
Price from
US$121.50
per night

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