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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.

Staff was wonderful. Extremely accommodating. They were able to meet us at the airport and the pier and lead us to the hotel. Which I recommend as the old town area of Lamu is a bit of a maze. The building has super authentic architecture and lots of outdoor areas to relax.
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
107 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.

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.

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.

The staff and facilities were the best.
7.5
Scored 7.5
Good
Rated good
256 reviews
Price from$81per night
Jua House, hotel in 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.

Staff , cleanliness, breakfast, decor and bathroom
9.2
Scored 9.2
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
259 reviews
Price from$120per night
Beytsalam, hotel in 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.

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
113 reviews
Price from$48per night
Makubwa House, hotel in 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.

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, hotel in Lamu

Umma House offers accommodations in Lamu, a 9-minute walk from Riyadha Mosque. This villa features accommodations with a terrace.

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.
9.4
Scored 9.4
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
10 reviews
Price from$105per night
Banana House and Wellness Centre, hotel in 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.

Staff were great, the breakfast was good.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
242 reviews
Price from$152per night
Kijani Hotel, hotel in 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.

The location, the architecture, the food and mostly the fantastic staff!
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
67 reviews
Price from$218.50per night
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What Guests Said About Lamu:

  • 10
    Scored 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.
    Meron
    Germany
  • 10
    Scored 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.
    Daen
    Canada
  • 4.0
    Scored 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 Linda
    United States of America
  • 8.0
    Scored 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.
    Evelin
    El Salvador
  • 8.0
    Scored 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.
    Mutsumi
    Kenya
  • 10
    Scored 10

    The town is quirky and locals are great.

    The town is quirky and locals are great. No cars or motorbikes in the center but lot of donkeys. Lamu is really worth to visit! Only thing, its quite dirty, especially the seafront. Plastic every where
    Heli
    Finland

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Lamu

  • From $94.50 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 81 reviews
    We had a very comfortable stay. The staff is very helpful, friendly and welcoming. The house is tastefully decorated and had what we needed to make our stay comfortable. The location is perfect for walks in the old town and along the channel, also very close to a variety of local food joints and the donkey sanctuary. We would definitely go back if we are looking at spending time in Lamu again. And I almost forgot to mention, the breeze at night with the windows open was gorgeous. We stayed in one of the King suites.
    Jasmin
    Kenya
  • From $47.11 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 107 reviews
    I was about to not book this place because of mixed reviews, but I am very glad I did. We stayed for a week, it really exceeded our expectations! Caroline and her staff were amazing, the place was always thoroughly cleaned in the morning, same with the pool, and the food was surprisingly cheap and really really good. Same with breakfast, which was also varied; many hotels lack that. Our special requests were no problem and they have many nice, private spaces to relax. I absolutely recommend this place.
    Magnus
    Norway
  • From $55 per night
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 37 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 :)
    A
    Alice
    United Kingdom
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 203 reviews
    Everything! In the heart of Lamu town, amazing home-made breakfast, great staff (not pushy, very approachable, we had some great conversations, tips and referrals) and very aware of the ecological impact on this small island (water from the well, recycling, eco-toilets with wood chips instead of water, local products, no unnecessary plastic, etc). We loved relaxing on the terraces... Large room and bed (we're quite tall) and everything is so beautiful.
    Iris
    Kenya
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 34 reviews
    Nice 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.
    Fred
    Kenya
  • From $60 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 114 reviews
    Beyt Salam is a great house. It was a nice change from staying in Shela as we were right in Lamu. We liked the decoration, the amazing staff (got us a huge jug of water for our room, made us great breakfast, helped us organise a tour of the old town), and the beautiful rooftop. We definitely recommend this place!
    Meron
    France
  • From $37 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 118 reviews
    Lovely accommodation in a heritage building just off the center of Lamu Town. Very close to and easy to find from the pier but phone and they will pick you up at the pier. The terraces and rooftops are wonderful. Staff and owner very friendly and helpful. Lovely breakfast in the mornings. Would stay again.
    DF17
    Netherlands
  • From $120 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 259 reviews
    I 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.
    Matteo
    Italy
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 67 reviews
    A unique and extremely cosy family-run hotel. We really enjoyed the tranquility, traditionally styled rooms, a nice pool area. Breakfast was the best during our whole trip in Kenya. The staff were always there to help us. Highly recommended and we would be very happy to come back again.
    Vytautas
    United Kingdom
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 134 reviews
    Amazing budget spot for traveling in Lamu! Arnold was extremely helpful - we booked a sunset cruise through him and it was perfect. Breakfast was excellent. The rooftop was amazing. We had fans in the room. The best coffee shops on the island are pretty close by. Overall, wonderful stay!
    Birnbaum
    United States of America
  • From $152 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 242 reviews
    A beautiful place to stay in the heart of Shela. The penthouse suite was worth the extra cost and we enjoyed relaxing on our terrace. The swimming pool was perfect as were the comfy sunloungers. We especially enjoyed the communal Swahili dinner on our last night.
    rebecca
    United Kingdom
  • From $120 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 37 reviews
    The architecture of the home is authentic Lamu style, which brings you back in to time to a bygone regal era. And Mr. Zion, the caretaker, took care of us like royalty. We had him prepare a veggie traditional dinner, which was definitely fit for a King!
    Donna
    United States of America
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 12 reviews
    Friendly staff. Excellent breeze with a great view of Shela on the rooftop. Close to local shops and amenities. Clean and spacious house. Boat pickup from airport. Well equipped kitchen
    Baxter
    United Kingdom
  • From $45 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 68 reviews
    Staff were incredible, always on hand to help with organising boat trips, transfers down to Shela (nearby more touristy area at south of Lamu) and flexible for breakfast timings.
    Daniel
    United Kingdom
  • From $9.90 per night
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 17 reviews
    I loved everything about Tabassam House in Lamu. Very peaceful around the clock for sure! Safe, comfortable and warm environment. Cool hospitality from Mohamed.
    Nelson Mandela
    Kenya
  • From $40 per night
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 12 reviews
    The location was right in the heart of Lamu, but that meant it was very noisy. So, great for being close to things, but not great due to the noise.
    Pat
    United States of America
  • From $80 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 16 reviews
    Location - location - location! The house is located right next to Lamu House Hotel and has the most amazing seaviews!
    S
    Sharon
    Botswana
  • From $45 per night
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 186 reviews
    Tom the caretaker is really helpful. He let us cook crabs and brought a standing fan. Walking distance to Shela beach
    Peter
    Qatar
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 67 reviews
    The hotel is at the shore of the beach and the aesthetics are picture perfect. Breakfast was also good and filing
    WORESHA
    Kenya
  • From $45 per night
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 186 reviews
    The proximity to the Beach. Tom is the best too. The breakfast is samptous.
    M
    Mbitu
    Kenya