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The 10 Best Holiday Homes in Lamu, Kenya

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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. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and 18th Century Swahili House Museum is 100 metres away.

The villa consists of 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and 4 bathrooms.

The house is a beautiful gem within old lamu town. The architecture is stunning, the rooms are freshened by fans and the pool is great to escape the day’s heat. The house staff is incredibly helpful and Peter was a great caretaker. We would also warmly recommend arranging a tour of the old town and of shela, as well as a boat tour if one wishes, with Abu. Abu is knowledgeable and loves his job; he is a great storyteller and a great artist (ask to see his recycled art). Walking around Lamu with him and learning about this unique place from him was a wonderful experience.

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9.1
Superb
12 reviews
Price from
£84
per night

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a terrace, Makubwa House is situated in Lamu. The property was built in 19th century, and has accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The holiday home features an indoor pool and a shared kitchen.

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

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9.1
Superb
37 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

Situated in Lamu, Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House offers accommodation with a terrace and kitchen. There is a private entrance at the villa for the convenience of those who stay. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a year-round outdoor pool.

Beautiful house, centric and very clean. Jamuhuri, the beat thing of the stay.

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8.7
Fabulous
36 reviews
Price from
£41
per night

Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Ttunu House provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi. Guests staying at this villa have access to a balcony. Staff on-site can arrange airport transfers.

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9
Superb
2 reviews
Price from
£135
per night

Situated in Lamu, Jahazi House features accommodation with a private pool, a terrace and sea views. Among the facilities at this property are free shuttle service and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service.

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10
Exceptional
3 reviews

Featuring accommodation with a plunge pool, quiet street view and a balcony, Pwani House - Lamu Seafront is located in Lamu. It is situated 200 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum and provides a shared kitchen. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking holiday home features an indoor pool.

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Price from
£255
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Great for families or large parties, holiday homes are privately owned accommodation, available for long or short-term rental. These homes are furnished and equipped with kitchen facilities for self-catering, although breakfast may be offered as an add-on. These properties have their own independent front door, which makes them different to apartments.
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  • Avg. price/night: £95.52
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 261 reviews
    Very clean airy property, secure and with great breakfast. The staff were totally dedicated to the customers.
    Peter
    Solo traveller
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 134 reviews
    One of the nicest accommodations in Kenya i have been so far. Arnold is a great host who has a lot of tips for Lamu. The place is very clean and ideally located in Lamu Town.
    Tim
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £40.60
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 36 reviews
    Beautiful house, centric and very clean. Jamuhuri, the beat thing of the stay.
    Margot
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £35.82
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 186 reviews
    The location is perfect to enjoy shela and lamu and the hotel is very clean Tom, the charger, is fantastic and the breakfast is very complete and yummy!!
    Mónica
    Group
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 134 reviews
    Jambo house is lovely, safe, easy to access in Lamu. The space is very clean and the breakfast is wonderful, and coffee is served the whole day. Arnold gives the best highlights of things to see and do in Lamu and this makes the stay very special. Its a wonderful place to meet other travellers and definitely a place to stay when visiting Lamu. I recommend 💯.
    Angela
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £95.52
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 261 reviews
    The staff were super helpful, to organize arrival, breakfast every morning (which was amazing), and any other query. The rooms very very clean, and new. The design of the building was also very nice.
    Boris
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review
    absolutely loved all the facilities , the architecture was very nice and swahili . The pool was also very clean and well kept
    Nana
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £29.45
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 118 reviews
    We stayed two nights the whole family (5 persons) and we loved the house from the first minute. It was very clean and in perfect conditions of use. The decoration and distribution is really nice. The bath rooms in perfect conditions and very comfortable, also the bedrooms (the family room is incredible). But the best of all is Moses, who is very friendly and helpful and prepares amazing breakfast. And helped us to contact captain Bubu, who brought us in his dhow between the islands. Very recomendable if you go to Lamu.
    Pablo Garcia
    Family with young children
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6 reviews
    Very beautiful authentic architecture with attention for ornaments. Lovely deep private pool at the back. Excellent location. Breakfast and dinner were simple but very tasty!!
    Severine
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £29.45
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 118 reviews
    I really like the manager - Moses, he was very friendly. The room was spacious and the house was generally very clean. We really liked rooftop space with the hammock 🙂 Good value for money. At the heart of Lamu, easy to access the town.
    Wanjirunaina
    Family with young children