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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. Stunning rooms, beautiful property

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9
Superb
213 reviews
Price from
US$94
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$133.95
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. Katana my host at Samaki House was exceptionally kind and knowledgeable of the area. We had lovely conversations and he made a delicious breakfast. I enjoyed the room and the my overall experience at the house, I will definitely stay again!

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8.2
Very good
121 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. They served delicious breakfast for a nominal fee. Could have a warm shower. Enjoyed talking with owner. Very close to all the Lamu action. Owner had connections with others who could help with boat transfers to airport, town tours, boat race viewing etc

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8.9
Fabulous
106 reviews
Price from
US$40
per night

Boasting quiet street views, Ajooba House offers accommodation with terrace, around 300 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum. Guests staying at this guest house have access to a balcony. Riyadha Mosque is 600 metres from the guest house. The location was great! The room is comfortable and good value for money and the rooftop was very nice.

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8.3
Very good
11 reviews
Price from
US$12.11
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. The staff at this place were phenomenal - very attentive and went out of their way to ensure you had a comfortable stay not only at the property but in Lamu in general. Shout out to Joseph who did a particularly amazing job!

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8.8
Fabulous
99 reviews
Price from
US$55
per night

Offering a garden and city view, Wildebeeste Lamu is situated in Lamu, 300 metres from Gallery Baraka and 500 metres from Lamu Museum. The property has sea and garden views, and is 300 metres from Lamu Fort. The guest house features family rooms. The ancient facility, the simple and authentic room, the cozy rooftop, the location, the old town, the great hospitality of Joshua, everything was great. This was a whole different experience.

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8.6
Fabulous
95 reviews
Price from
US$20
per night

Featuring sea views, Nyumba ya mwezi provides accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around a few steps from Manda Beach. Guests staying at this homestay have access to a balcony. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking homestay features an indoor pool.

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9.5
Exceptional
2 reviews
Price from
US$250
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 has a balcony and is located in Lamu, within just 300 metres of Gallery Baraka and 500 metres of Lamu Museum. The property is non-smoking and is situated 300 metres from Lamu Fort.

18th Century Swahili House Museum is 500 metres from the guest house, while Riyadha Mosque is 300 metres from the property.

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2
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1 reviews
Price from
US$15
per night

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