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Kizingo Beach Eco Lodge

Hotel in Lamu

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.

V
Victoria
From
United States
Amazing probably, just stunning and the staff were incredible. Would love to go back. Highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
Price from
$141
1 night, 2 adults

Jannat House

Hotel in Lamu

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.

B
Brendan
From
Canada
Great staff! Really relaxed and beautiful space. I took too long to write this review and so I've forgotten your name. I believe it started with 'C'. You're great! Thanks for taking care of me!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
Price from
$59
1 night, 2 adults

LAMU HOUSE

Hotel in Lamu

Located in Lamu and with 18th Century Swahili House Museum reachable within a 1-minute walk, LAMU HOUSE has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a restaurant....

V
Val
From
United States
The pictures don't do it justice. It's absolutely beautiful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews
Price from
$160
1 night, 2 adults

Royal House Shela

Hotel in Lamu

Featuring 5-star accommodations, Royal House Shela is located in Lamu, a 3-minute walk from Shela Beach and 200 yards from Mnarani House.

c
carmen
From
United States
Beautiful place, fantastic views, great service, delicious breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews
Price from
$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.

S
Suzana
From
United States
The staff and facilities were the best.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews
Price from
$85.50
1 night, 2 adults

Amu House

Lamu

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.

C
Carl
From
Kenya
Good people, room, location, breakfast, choice of activities. Value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
Price from
$60
1 night, 2 adults

JamboHouse Lamu

Lamu

JamboHouse Lamu offers accommodations in Lamu, a 6-minute walk from 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 400 yards from Riyadha Mosque.

L
Ladislav
From
Slovakia
The highlight of our stat in Jambo House is Arnold, its owner. He is doing a great job, responds quickly, provides airport pickup, shares a map with all the useful tips and nice places to eat and is at your service if you need to book any kind of trip around Lamu. Furthermore, the breakfast here are lovely and for a bargain price, so definitely don't miss out on them ! In the room, we had all we needed, and it was very quiet, so we slept very well! We will be back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
Price from
$25
1 night, 2 adults

Jua House

Lamu

Jua House offers accommodations in Lamu, a 5-minute walk from Shela Beach and 200 yards from Mnarani House.

R
Reilly
From
Canada
The staff, food and overall ambience made our visit one of the nicest stays we’ve had in a long time. Immaculate facilities. The place is just so tastefully decorated and well thought out. Morning coffee on the terrace overlooking the harbour…. The village of Shela is lovely. No cars. Clean beaches.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 270 reviews
Price from
$135
1 night, 2 adults

Kijani Hotel

Lamu

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.

G
Giovanna
From
Indonesia
We loved the position being tight on the beach , the restaurant was also looking over the beach with beautiful cool breezes. The staff are all very friendly and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews
Price from
$900
1 night, 2 adults

Shela Bliss

Lamu

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.

O
Ola
From
United States
The location is fantastic—just a short walk from great restaurants and charming coffee shops. Getting into Lamu town was also hassle-free. The accommodation itself is immaculate—spotlessly clean and well-maintained, with breathtaking views. The terrace with Swahili-style couches was a perfect spot to unwind, soak in the scenery, and enjoy the sea breeze. We also felt safe and at ease throughout our stay. Breakfast was delicious with fresh juices and fruits that added a refreshing touch to our mornings. Abdalla, the owner, was quite helpful and communicative. He provided us with useful recommendations, arranged our boat transfers to and from Manda Airport, and even booked a stunning sunset dhow cruise. Emmanuel, who manages the place, was always ready to assist whenever needed, ensuring our stay was smooth and comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Price from
$135
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Mkunazini House offers accommodations in Lamu, a 6-minute walk from 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 400 yards from Riyadha Mosque. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi.

From $54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Featuring inner courtyard views, Beytul Habaib in Lamu offers accommodations, a garden, and a shared lounge. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony.

From $72 per night

Just a few steps from 18th Century Swahili House Museum and a 3-minute walk from Lamu Museum, Amani Guest House Lamu features accommodations in Lamu, with a garden and a shared lounge.

From $50.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

With 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.

The 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 night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Baytulkher 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.

The 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 night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews

Swahili Dreams Apartments enjoys a location in Lamu, a 8-minute walk from Gallery Baraka and half a mile from Riyadha Mosque.

Best hotels with breakfast in Lamu and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

Just 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.

LAMU HOUSE

Hotel in Lamu
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

Located in Lamu and with 18th Century Swahili House Museum reachable within a 1-minute walk, LAMU HOUSE has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a restaurant.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

Pwani 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 $72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

La 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

Just a 4-minute walk from Manda Beach and 500 yards from Shela Beach, Jannataan Hotel features accommodations in Lamu, with an indoor pool, a garden, and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews

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.

From $108 per night

Jannah Lamu

Hotel in Shela
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Jannah Lamu enjoys a location in Shela, a 5-minute walk from Shela Beach and a few steps from Mnarani House. This apartment offers air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony.

From $244 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

Featuring 5-star accommodations, Royal House Shela is located in Lamu, a 3-minute walk from Shela Beach and 200 yards from Mnarani House.

Hotels located in the center of Lamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 2.0
Very Poor - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Roof 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 night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews

Just a 3-minute walk from Lamu Fort and 300 yards from Gallery Baraka, Wildebeeste Lamu features accommodations in Lamu, with a garden. On-site staff can arrange airport transfers.

Fatnaish 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 night

Fatnaish Rooftop Apartment offers accommodations in Lamu, a few steps from Riyadha Mosque. With city views, this accommodation features a balcony.

From $40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Roof 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 night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Ola Ola House provides rooms in Lamu near 18th Century Swahili House Museum and Riyadha Mosque. Free Wifi is available to all guests, while selected rooms come with a terrace.

From $12 per night

Precious 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

Featuring garden views, Katiti N'tamu Lamu in Lamu features accommodations, a garden, and a shared lounge.

From $85 per night

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What Guests Said About Lamu:

10

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
tabiambaya
United Arab Emirates
10

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
Onowhereman
France
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
Esther
Australia
10

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 by
Salley
Kenya
10

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 plastics
Guest review by
Anonymous
10

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 friendly
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews
Great cheaper option in Shela, perfect location just a few minutes walk to the beach. The room was clean and had a fan for the heat, and there is a nice pool. Staff were helpful and friendly, the continental breakfast was okay, they offered a Swahili option for the second day but I unfortunately had to leave early before trying but I would recommend asking for that if you're interested. Overall I think it was a great option for the price, and I would stay again :)
Guest review by
Alice
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews
This is a wonderful place to stay! It's a little haven from the busy lanes of Shela and Lamu Town .... so peaceful and calming. Its pretty garden, pool and relaxing ambience make it a stunning choice to totally unwind. Yoga and a massage spa are available. The staff are friendly and personable and the food is excellent. One evening we had a choice of a swahili meal cooked by local women ....incredible !! We loved our stay and were sad to leave.
Guest review by
Catherine
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Chris is a lovely host, knowledgable and helpfull. Thank you for making our stay enjoyable, we hope to see you again soon in Shela. Sai Shanti is well equiped hideaway- perfect for recharging and relaxing.
Guest review by
Abaas
Tanzania
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews
Fantastic, off the grid location - beautiful cabanas in a serene and quiet setting, the nearest town and life is 30mins by Boat. Best kitesurfing spot we‘ve been to globally
Guest review by
Roberta
Germany
From $108 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews
Very friendly staff, great view from the room, close to Shela town. Great value considering how affordable it is. Food was delicious as well!
Guest review by
Nora
Kenya