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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 located a short walk away from the Waterfront and the Main Road. Free Wi-Fi access is available.
Brendan
Slovakia
Great staff, beautiful space, excellent service
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
108 reviews
Price from$30.70per night
Royal House Shela
Hotel in Lamu
Featuring 5-star accommodations, Royal House Shela is located in Lamu, a 2-minute walk from Manda Beach and 200 yards from Mnarani House.
PHILIS NYAKIO
Kenya
Value for money
7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
43 reviews
Price from$80per night
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, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.
Maureen
Canada
The hotel was great, hanging out by the pool was wonderful. Reminded me of the Road hotels in Morocco with the pool in the centre open with plants around.
The meals were all very tasty and portion sizes just right. The view from our balcony was informative and immersive to watch. Our room was kept spotless and netting around bed much appreciated, that being said we had only one mosquito bite between the two of us. Many people came by on the tour to take photos of the pool, I think the hotel was part of the tour of Old Town.
Shout out to Esther at the front desk, always friendly and took care of any needs we had.
Wifi was excellent.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
22 reviews
Price from$117per night
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.
Suzana
United States of America
The staff and facilities were the best.
7.5
Scored 7.5
Good
Rated good
259 reviews
Price from$81per night
Jua House
Lamu
Jua House provides accommodations in Lamu. The bed and breakfast features city views, a sun terrace, and free Wifi is available throughout the property.
Barbara
United States of America
Staff , cleanliness, breakfast, decor and bathroom
9.2
Scored 9.2
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
265 reviews
Price from$120per night
Beytsalam
Lamu
Set 984 feet from Lamu Fort, Beytsalam offers accommodations with a shared lounge, a terrace and a shared kitchen for your convenience. Complimentary WiFi is offered.
Fathima
Canada
cute and comfortable on the water. hotel manager is wonderful and ensures you have a good stay!
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
115 reviews
Price from$48per night
Makubwa House
Lamu
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.
Jo
United Kingdom
The staff and manager of the house so helpful. Lots of advice and recommendations where to eat.
Also easy to find in the maze of Lamu, close to the jetty but far enough for a peaceful stay
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
37 reviews
Price from$120per night
Umma House
Lamu
Umma House offers accommodations in Lamu, a 9-minute walk from Riyadha Mosque. This villa features accommodations with a terrace.
Gary
United States of America
Conveniently located, but need a guide to find the house for the first time. Beautiful architecture with plenty of room to stretch out. Easy access to Lamu old town and Lamu House Hotel restaurant. Not a lot of other good restaurant choices nearby.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
12 reviews
Price from$105per night
Banana House and Wellness Centre
Lamu
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Banana House and Wellness Center is located in Shela village, Lamu 1.7 mi from Gallery Baraka. The property is set 1.7 mi from Lamu Fort.
Brett
South Africa
Staff were great, the breakfast was good.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
243 reviews
Price from$152per night
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.
Deborah
United States of America
The location, the architecture, the food and mostly the fantastic staff!
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
68 reviews
Price from$275.31per night
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What Guests Said About Lamu:
- 10Scored 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 friendlyAAnonymous - 10Scored 10
Lamu is a mesmerizing town with a beautiful history.
Lamu is a mesmerizing town with a beautiful history. The people are very friendly and welcoming. For instance - the town can be like a labyrinth, which makes it a bit challenging sometimes to find spots - even with Google Maps. Either people ask you if you need help or you can ask them and they show you the way - many of them even walked us to the location. This experience was so wonderful - I would definitely come back again.MeronGermany - 10Scored 10
Great, quaint town.
Great, quaint town. The scent of the donkey excrement is off-putting but seeing them is sublime. Being a coastal town, there are many ‘captains’. I had my transport pre-organized with my accommodation so be weary of that and potential scams, as well as the impromptu tour guides. Touch water, take a sunset sail boat ride, and visit the beach, maybe even Shela. Locals were very nice and friendly, warm welcomes. Affordable restaurants as well, Sailor’s Joint for example. I stayed at Subira House.DaenCanada - 4.0Scored 4.0
A beautiful resort, with many amenities with a lot of...
A beautiful resort, with many amenities with a lot of details paid to the decor. Unfortunately, not the same attention was given to the 3 restaurants. Poor quality food with a limited selection except for a very nice breakfast buffet. Had confirmed a twin bedded room, but did not receive one. The beds are extremely firm as the mattress sits on a cement platform but does have a nicely hung mosquito net. Easy access across the water to Lamu.
Chez LindaUnited States of America - 8.0Scored 8.0
- The ocean activities are marvelous!
- The ocean activities are marvelous! Amazing experience, memories I will always treasure. Food was also nice, a lot of seafood. Very culturally rich too! - The town is dirty, because of monkeys, people in Lamu seem to have gotten used to it, but for an outsider its not. In addition, they don't treat the donkeys right, so it's sad to see them suffering. Lamu is a small town, I wish they would think of other means of transport and at least for people just walking, donkeys should be forbidden. There was also a lot of trash on the street, even in monuments.EvelinEl Salvador - 8.0Scored 8.0
Lamu is quite a unique place which is different from the...
Lamu is quite a unique place which is different from the main land of Kenya. You can enjoy the historical environment, beautiful beaches, sun rise and sun set, relaxing on the boat/dhow. And Lamu people are very kind to visitors, I love it. Some activities in the sea may be affected by the tide. So, it's better to ask people in advance when you can do the activity you want to do.MutsumiKenya
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- From $81 per night7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 259 reviewsTraditional hotel in Shela with good location that allows you to explore the main points within walking distance. We had a great experience with the welcoming staff and were lucky to have the rooftop room, which was extremely well ventilated. The view from the terrace is great and the meals we had were also very tasty. Room was simple but spacious, hot water shower worked perfectly. The friendliness of all the staff, including the owner who took us to the boat station and facilitated the crossing to Mada is remarkable.
Matheus BizarriaBrazil - 7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 187 reviewsThe staff at Shela White House arranged for a pick up from the airport and they also had someone wait for me at the jetty in Shela. The facility was exceptional, and Tom Nyama, the caretaker, was helpful in every little way. All you need is to ask, and you’ll be sorted. The facility itself is at a great location, just a minute away to the long stretch of white sandy Shela beach (you can walk kilometers without meeting anyone) and the sand dunes. Perfect place if you just want to chill and unwind!
ElmawiKenya - 8.1Scored 8.1Very GoodRated very good· 34 reviewsNice location in the heart of a Shela neighbourhood yet 3 minutes walk from the sea. Quiet most of the time and authentic setting and surrounding. we were in the lovely top room with sea view. Everything is open (no windows per se) which can be surprising at first but we get to enjoy it a lot as privacy is well preserved and it keeps the night from excessive heat. all house in the area are like that and it makes sense.
FredKenya - 9.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 204 reviewsSubira House was perfect as a sole traveller and for an extended stay (10 days). Kiki, Paul, Mohammed and all the staff made me feel really welcome and I met so many lovely people through the social dinners and breakfasts. Breakfast was amazing and the location was ideal in the middle of the old town. Have already recommended to friends and will stay here whenever I'm back in LamuMollyUnited Kingdom
- 8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 25 reviewsWe had an amazing time at Diamond Beach ! The best place to stay after 2 crazy weeks of safaris and waking up at 6am to visit Kenya. Perfect if you want to rest on the beach, take a swim, eat some good food, and enjoy life. Bonus: Pizza & movie night was amazing. we were so lucky to have the actual film director coming to present his movie + pizzas were delicious :)LenaFrance
- 9.3Scored 9.3WonderfulRated wonderful· 134 reviewsWhat I loved most about JamboHouse was its relaxing terrace, the excellent & nutritious breakfast, as well as the owner. Arnold: Not only did he provide me with a series of recommendations of what to do in the island, but he also arranged a couple of tours for me (including a comprehensive tour of Lamu town itself, as well as a visit to Takwa Ruins of Manda island)IoannisGreece
- 7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 187 reviewsThe hospitality, Tom was kind enough to pick me from the jetty and he was always ready to help me whenever I needed help. The proximity to the beach is an added advantage, very close to Peponi which is an amazing chill-out place. Good basic breakfast. Budget-friendly. Indeed I will consider staying in Shella White again and again when I find myself in Lamu 😊
LennaKenya - From $100 per night8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 17 reviewsPwani is at an unbeatable location in Lamu, you open your windows straight to the sealife and culture. The staff is ultra helpful and kind. Both face to face and by whatsapp, they always responded timely and effectively. The roof terrace is stunning, great for relaxing, having a drink and watching Lamu.
Paulino RafaelQatar - From $120 per night9.2Scored 9.2WonderfulRated wonderful· 265 reviewsJua Hse facilities are clean and within reason, staff is exceptionally friendly and the location is perfect. Short of looking for a luxury vacation destination, this is your best bet. Even the little things like packing you a basket with essentials for a beach excursion, and the on-site bakery.DrydenKenya
- From $37 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 53 reviewsBeautiful premises, good location, very clean and safe. Exceptional shower (really). Breakfast met expectations. Keep in mind it's a guesthouse not a hotel, so common areas/amenities are limited (but there are comfortable couches and a hammock). They do provide good tourist information.
DiegoUnited States of America - From $120 per night9.2Scored 9.2WonderfulRated wonderful· 265 reviewsAbsolutely amazing place. Lots of nice pockets to sit and relax, the rooms and the whole hotel are beautiful, and Amani, who runs it, is lovely and incredibly helpful -- we were met at the airport even though we forgot to share our flight time! Could not recommend more.LucyUnited Kingdom
- 7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 11 reviewsAll the staff were very friendly and very helpful. The place is very clean. We had a nice room. Also Lamu and Shela are nice small towns and clean. You can stroll around also in the night. The beaches are not as in Malindi or Diani Beach but it was okay.
OlafGermany - 8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 128 reviewsThis hostel is located in a gorgeous old Swahili style house. The manager is the BEST. So helpful he even had me picked up at the airport. It is located in the center of Lamu town really close to everything. Rooms are quite big. WiFi worked very well.UrsulaPanama
- From $37 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 118 reviewsSamaki is a super beautiful house located in the center of Lamu, very close to the fort and the museum, with a 30 minutes walking distance to Shela beach. We had an amazing time there and it was one of our best and memorable stays in KenyaShaeKoupIran
- From $152 per night8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 243 reviewsBeautiful 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.
KarenIreland - From $152 per night8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 243 reviewsThe hotel is beautiful, and the staff is always available and welcoming. We have access to a wide range of activities and the hotel is well located, in the center of Shilla and a few minutes by walk from the beach.GuillaumeSouth Korea
- 9.3Scored 9.3WonderfulRated wonderful· 134 reviewsInsanely good value!! Nice breakfast and both Arnold and Fred were very helpful and knowledgeable. I had a great time in Lamu thanks to these two! I’d definitely recommend anyone visiting Lamu to stay here.JasperUnited States of America
- 8.5Scored 8.5Very GoodRated very good· 68 reviewsAmazing stay. Wonderful style and attention on details, big room with terrace. nice swimming pool and excellent food at the restaurant. The staff is helpful and very professional. Best place in Shela.EricaItaly
- 9.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 204 reviewsBreakfast was excellent, consisting of local fruits, yogurt, eggs and delicious bread. All fresh and tasty. Most of all, we loved the people working at the hotel. We felt like family.ZollingerUnited States of America
- From $60 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 115 reviewsPrice point was spot on! Location fantastic and conveniently close to the airport. Dinner next door at Lamu House was exceptional. Nice alternative to the more expensive Shella.MattUnited States of America
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