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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.
John
United Kingdom
Authentic multi storey house in the heart of lamu town
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
108 reviews
Price from£24.57per night
Royal House Shela
Hotel in Lamu
Situated within 200 metres of Manda Beach and 200 metres of Mnarani House, Royal House Shela features rooms in Lamu. This 5-star hotel offers room service and free WiFi. The hotel has family rooms.
Kamuhanga
Namibia
Great location and walking distance from the beach. The staff were exceptional and made us feel at home, going beyond what was required to make us feel at home
7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
43 reviews
Price from£64.03per night
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, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.
Hazel
United Kingdom
The decor and design, the hotel was stunning with beautiful decor all over. It had a beautiful courtyard that our room overlooked.
Perfect location in rhetorical heart of lamu with a stunning view of the water.
The staff were all so kind and helpful. The barman made the best cocktails! Food was great, breakfast was an incredible feast, recommend the Swahili breakfast.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
22 reviews
Price from£93.65per 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.
philip
United Kingdom
rooms were nice for a short stay.... and breakfast was also nice but simple... locations was a little hidden but overall was a good stay... nice small pool and friendly staff..
7.5
Scored 7.5
Good
Rated good
256 reviews
Price from£64.83per night
Jua House
Lamu
Situated within 500 metres of Manda Beach and 500 metres of Shela Beach in Lamu, Jua House provides accommodation with seating area.
Ghada
United States
The architecture
The fridge in the common space
The rooftop was AMZING!
The staff.. All of them are professional and friendly especially Amanu
The bakery in the house. Suberb!
The 4-6 p. M. coffee and Cinnamon Rolls in the roof top
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
259 reviews
Price from£96.05per night
Beytsalam
Lamu
Set 300 metres from Lamu Fort, Beytsalam offers accommodation with a shared lounge, a terrace and a shared kitchen for your convenience. Complimentary WiFi is offered.
Bikash
United Kingdom
The property is just at the bay. easier to travel to and from the location.
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very good
Rated very good
114 reviews
Price from£38.42per night
Makubwa House
Lamu
Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a terrace, Makubwa House is situated in Lamu.
David
United Kingdom
Good location, amazing property and views and helpful staff/host. Good suggestions and good value
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
37 reviews
Price from£96.05per night
Umma House
Lamu
Umma House has a terrace and is situated in Lamu, within just 300 metres of Lamu Museum and 500 metres of Lamu Fort. Guests staying at this villa have access to a balcony.
lavin
Kenya
The place was clean. The staff were so good especially Peter the house keeper and Abu who was our chef. Its private so you get to enjoy your space. Spacious rooms and clean beddings. Also Tarik is such a good host he gave us contacts of people who would be able to offer us assistance incase we needed any and hence our stay was seamless and very easy.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
11 reviews
Price from£84.04per night
Banana House and Wellness Centre
Lamu
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.
Karen
Ireland
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.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
243 reviews
Price from£121.66per night
Kijani Hotel
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.
Peter
United Kingdom
Perfect location with delightful garden and pool. Above all friendly staff
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
68 reviews
Price from£174.89per 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 - 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 £44.02 per night7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 38 reviewsGreat 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 :)AAliceUnited Kingdom
- From £121.66 per night8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 243 reviewsWe had a very nice stay at the Banana House. First of all, it’s an absolutely beautiful place with all its details. The location is perfect to explore Shela and also the staff is really kind and helpful. Perfect basecamp to explore the beautiful island of Lamu. Jamil, owner who was born in the Banana House, took us on a beautiful tour to the dunes to overlook the island. We thank you for your hospitality. When in Lamu definitely stay at Banana House!JannekeNetherlands
- From £48.02 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 114 reviewsThe staff was really friendly and organised a boat taxi from airport in advance. Despite of a technical overbooking they found a good solution for all travellers. Instead of the booked room we got an Apartment next door. The Location ist perfect to walk around Lamu Town and visit the fort and Museum and the small shops in the second row roads. The breakfast was good. You could choose between Continental or Suaheli breakfast. We had both.
KatjaGermany - 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 - From £29.62 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 118 reviewsI warmly recommend Samaki house to other guests. The house it's nearby the seafront, the decoration is very lovely and traditional. It is almost like a private house because of its few rooms but with the best service: Moses that takes care of the guests is a friendly and likeable person, the breakfast is very nice and the sheets are changed very often. One of the accommodations I enjoyed the most in Kenya.Solveig PedroniFrance
- 9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 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
- From £7.92 per night7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 17 reviewsVery comfortable stay in a perfect location in the Lamu old town. The price is unbeatable, and it had everything we need to have a comfortable sleep. Muhammad, Emanuel and their team were super friendly, supportive and professional. Previous review said negative things about the toilet, but our experience was great. Comfortable clean well managed toilet.JumpeiAustralia
- From £96.05 per night9.2Scored 9.2SuperbRated superb· 259 reviewsThe 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.
ReillyCanada - 8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 26 reviewsGorgeous, peaceful location on the beach with romantic desert-island castaway vibe, and only a short boat ride away from Shela and Lamu town if you fancy a little more action or some shopping etc. Love the huts of natural materials and views of the trees from the bathrooms! Helpful staff and lovely food.SarahKenya
- From £96.05 per night9.2Scored 9.2SuperbRated superb· 259 reviewsI loved everything. They take care about every detail, the staff is extremely kind, and the breakfast is super delicious, with plenty of yummy home made products. We appreciate that Thomas was kind while we lost in Lamu town, and the captain of the boat to Shela had to wait for us 10 minutes or so.
MatteoItaly - 10Scored 10ExceptionalRated exceptional· 1 reviewWe had a delicious breakfast prepared for us . Rooms were always clean and tidy . Interior deco reflects 𝐋𝐚𝐦𝐮 heritage , and comfy too . Friendly staff and great location close to Shela . We also had a young captain who took us around with the boat for a fair price . A holiday to remember!VVictoriaKenya
- From £36.02 per night8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 68 reviewsBeautiful old house amid the old town. Spacious rooms with open air seating at the entry of each. Fantastic roof top area wiling perfect views. Great breakfasts and wonderful staff. Mary will make sure you experience the best of Lamu. Thank you Mary.
TimothyUnited States - 9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 11 reviewsBeautiful house with private pool, spacious bedrooms and several terraces to hang out on. Great location in old Lamu, close to shops, museums and the sea with great boat rides to wonderful beaches Manda and Shela.Anna JosefssonSweden
- From £96.05 per night9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 37 reviewsThe 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 stayJoUnited Kingdom
- From £64.03 per night7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 19 reviewsThe service by the staff was excellent. The location of my room was facing the ocean. The room had air conditioner and was very clean. Breakfast was superb considering Lamu is an island.
Elijah M.Kenya - 9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 203 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
- From £64.03 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 17 reviewsLocation - location - location! The house is located right next to Lamu House Hotel and has the most amazing seaviews!SSharonBotswana
- From £48.02 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 114 reviewscute and comfortable on the water. hotel manager is wonderful and ensures you have a good stay!FathimaCanada
- 7.3Scored 7.3GoodRated good· 43 reviewsThe location was good (Shela). Very nice staff Breakfast OK though very basic.JulieBelgium
- 9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 134 reviewsThe location is perfect for exploring Lamu.
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