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Jannat House
Hotel in Lamu
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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Andrea
From
ItalyThis house is so beautiful! You have many terraces to relax, the pool always clean and available. The rooms are essentials but clean. It is right in Lamu old town, and it is an oasis of peace. The breakfast here is amazing (with fruits and eggs) and they change it every day. The owner also gave us good recommendations for fish restaurants.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews
Price from
US$59
1 night, 2 adults
LAMU HOUSE
Hotel in Lamu
Set in Lamu and with 18th Century Swahili House Museum reachable within 200 metres, LAMU HOUSE offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a restaurant.
V
Valentina
From
AustriaThe place is incredibly peaceful. I especially liked the design and interior. The whole team is amazing! Very friendly, attentive and always willing to help and make your stay memorable. The whole area is spot on clean.
We had the most wonderful stay! I highly recommend Lamu house to everyone who is looking for a calm and relaxed place combining luxury and laid back atmosphere. We can’t wait to be back ❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews
Price from
US$160
1 night, 2 adults
Royal House Shela
Hotel in Lamu
Featuring 5-star accommodation, Royal House Shela is situated in Lamu, 300 metres from Shela Beach and 200 metres from Mnarani House.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews
Price from
US$120
1 night, 2 adults
Msafini Hotel
Hotel in Lamu
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.
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Adam
From
United KingdomThe view on the rooftop for breakfast was fantastic. Delicious fresh fruit for breakfast every day. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews
Price from
US$85.50
1 night, 2 adults
Amu House
Hotel in Lamu
Located within 200 metres of Lamu Fort and 200 metres of Lamu Museum in Lamu, Amu House provides accommodation with seating area.
R
Richard
From
New ZealandTotally wonderful, exquisitely-maintained centuries-old Swahili house.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults
JamboHouse Lamu
Hotel in Lamu
JamboHouse Lamu is set in Lamu, 300 metres from Gallery Baraka, 500 metres from Lamu Museum, and 500 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum.
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Ruth
From
KenyaI had an absolutely wonderful stay in Lamu! The location was incredibly accessible, making it easy to explore the area. Our host was fantastic — welcoming, attentive, and always ready to help with any requests. The property was ideally situated near local amenities, so everything we needed was just a short walk away. Plus, there were so many activities to enjoy, from scenic walks around the island to boat rides and exploring the rich history of the area. It was truly a memorable experience, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to visit Lamu!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults
Jua House
Hotel in Lamu
Situated within 500 metres of Shela Beach and 200 metres of Mnarani House in Lamu, Jua House provides accommodation with seating area. The bed and breakfast features city views and a sun terrace.
G
GinikaChukwu
From
SwedenThe space is tastefully designed and the staff are so so kind. Amani was helpful and always willing to go the extra mile. I wholeheartedly recommend this space for a restful time away.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 273 reviews
Price from
US$155
1 night, 2 adults
Kijani Hotel
Hotel in Lamu
Featuring a swimming pool and tropical gardens, Kijani Hotel is situated on the coast of Lamu Island, along the Indian Ocean. The décor comes with natural handmade furniture, lanterns and ornaments.
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evans
From
Kenyaaccessibility and green flora in Lamu island fulfilling the name Kijani.The food is equally good and on time.The staff are friendly and readly available.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
US$900
1 night, 2 adults
Shela Bliss
Hotel in Lamu
Featuring a shared lounge and views of garden, Shela Bliss is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Lamu, 400 metres from Manda Beach.
P
Patricia
From
AustraliaThe host was absolutely lovely and made us feel completely at home.
He made sure we were comfortable at all times, and tailored city tours, boat trips and a sunset cruise for us.
Definitely made our stay in Lamu and we hope to go back sometime!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$135
1 night, 2 adults
Sai Shanti House
Hotel in Lamu
Featuring garden views, Sai Shanti House provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 300 metres from Manda Beach.
I
Isabella
From
ItalyChris is an amazing host. The house is lovely, perfectly located and very reasonably priced. I was solo travelling and felt very safe at Sai Shanti!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$36
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
Great historical building with an amazing Swahili architecture. We came back to Lamu after two years and even though we browsed a little bit, there was no other place that we rather wanted to stay at. Perfectly located behind the Fort, right behind the main square, Subira is easy to find, offers the greatest views and privacy.
Everyone working there made our stay a true pleasure. Absolutely loved it, also this time.
Some part of the downstairs area is now a café for the public which invited people during the day – really nice touch that makes it more lively.
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AnnakathatinaSwitzerland
From US$59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews
This house is so beautiful! You have many terraces to relax, the pool always clean and available. The rooms are essentials but clean. It is right in Lamu old town, and it is an oasis of peace. The breakfast here is amazing (with fruits and eggs) and they change it every day. The owner also gave us good recommendations for fish restaurants.
Guest review by
AndreaItaly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews
Everything was perfect - the Majlis is a dream location for anyone wanting to enjoy the perfect blend of style, luxury & cultural charm by the Kenyan Swahili coast! Sylvia, Florence, Emanuel & the whole team were excellent in service provision and supporting me with our engagement proposal and program.
Guest review by
Salomon-DienGermany
From US$190 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews
Beautiful big room with lovely views from the terrace. Great location, quiet and walkable to the beach, restaurants etc, with a really nice spa right across from the centre. Staff very helpful and supportive with arranging tours and trips.
Guest review by
KarenIreland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
accessibility and green flora in Lamu island fulfilling the name Kijani.The food is equally good and on time.The staff are friendly and readly available.
Guest review by
evansKenya
From US$90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews
The view on the rooftop for breakfast was fantastic. Delicious fresh fruit for breakfast every day. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly.
Guest review by
AdamUnited Kingdom
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An experience that everyone should have at least once in a...
An experience that everyone should have at least once in a lifetime. It has an amazing vibe to it and the people are extremely welcoming and friendly. It is culturally rich and has a lot of history to it. The islands are small enough to get by on foot and finding boat rides across are easy. Lamu truly teaches you to be present in the moment and take life a little slower.
Guest review by
tabiambayaUnited Arab Emirates
10
Went to celebrate my birthday and it was my first time in...
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.
Shela is the best place to be in lamu. You can access lamu town easily and learn so much about the history of it, ask for the best knowledgeable guy there called 'sunshine' locally. Its near peponi hostel and majlis resort.
Make a point of doing the sunset cruise 😊 . Definately 10/10.
Guest review by
Miriam10
Lamu is the real Swahili Coast. The atmosphère is authentic.
Lamu is the real Swahili Coast. The atmosphère is authentic. With everyone on foot because there are no cars the sense of community is very strong. Architectural style of the village has been well maintained. There are good local eateries, and the peponi restaurant in Shella village is outstanding. We went everywhere by water taxi. Charming!
Guest review by
OnowheremanFrance
10
Amazing place to stay.
Amazing place to stay. You feel at home with the personal care they do. Breakfast is good esp the Swahili breakfast. Great views during dining and terrace is amazing for sunrise. Will definitely visit again.
Guest review by
ThabitUnited Arab Emirates
10
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 by
EstherAustralia
