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Situated within 500 metres of Manda Beach and 500 metres of Shela Beach in Lamu, Jua House provides accommodation with seating area.

Exquisite property ! So thoughtfully decorated with stunning interior. The breakfast and afternoon tea were a highlight
Review score
9.2
Superb
285 reviews
Price from
£91.90
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Lamu, near Lamu Fort and Lamu Museum, Amu House is a recently renovated property, featuring free WiFi, a garden and terrace. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation offers a balcony....

the location, the interior designs, the staff, the roof
Review score
9.0
Superb
113 reviews
Price from
£38.29
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Staff was amazing.
Review score
9.3
Superb
83 reviews
Price from
£160.60
1 night, 2 adults

Set in Lamu, 400 metres from Manda Beach, Shela Bliss offers accommodation with a private beach area, free private parking, a terrace and a shared lounge.

We loved this place!! Recommend
Review score
9.2
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
£103.39
1 night, 2 adults

Set in Lamu, 200 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Beytsalam offers accommodation with a garden, free WiFi, a shared kitchen, and luggage storage space.

The stay was good 👍 There was a mix up on the breakfast , ended up missing it since I had an early morning meeting
Review score
8.3
Very good
114 reviews
Price from
£36.76
1 night, 2 adults

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.

It was the 4th time we stay in Banana house and it was as always absolutely amazing. A place of full relaxation
Review score
8.7
Fabulous
221 reviews
Price from
£119.47
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Excellent location on the beach
Review score
8.9
Fabulous
19 reviews
Price from
£88.76
1 night, 2 adults

Featuring garden views, Jamala Guesthouse provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 200 metres from Lamu Museum.

In the middle of the town. Greatest breakfast!
Review score
8.1
Very good
54 reviews
Price from
£28.34
1 night, 2 adults

Situated just 10 metres from the Lamu beachfront, Shella white house features a restaurant and a rooftop veranda with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.

The location is perfect. I would definitely stay again and as a solo traveller it’s perfect because you have the opportunity to meet other travellers/people staying there - I made a lovely friend at breakfast that made my trip so much more enjoyable! The outside terrace with the day beds and fans is just brilliant. The perfect place to nap or lounge around/read. Everything was very clean and the staff (Tom & Benson) were lovely and made me a delicious spanish omelette and fresh fruits and fruit juice/tea/coffee in the mornings! Great value for money. I would stay again.
Review score
7.6
Good
147 reviews
Price from
£27.91
1 night, 2 adults

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.

While the house itself is architecturally interesting, beautifully furnished, and features a breezy, albeit a bit dusty, roof terrace with a great view, our experience at Samaki House was disappointing due to the owner's poor handling of a booking mixup on their part. The manager on site was friendly, and the room we had booked and eventually stayed in for 2 out of 3 nights was bright and airy, but we were initially given a dark, moldy room with a bathroom encrusted in rust and with cockroaches scuttling about that we hadn’t booked.
Review score
7.8
Good
126 reviews
Price from
£26.80
1 night, 2 adults
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For travellers who enjoy beauty in the simple things, a bed and breakfast (B&B) is the perfect place for a getaway. Hosts welcome guests into their homes and provide a private room and complimentary breakfast. Bathrooms may be shared by other guests, and there is often shared space with the host.

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    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 285 reviews

    Situated within 500 metres of Manda Beach and 500 metres of Shela Beach in Lamu, Jua House provides accommodation with seating area.

    Guest review
    Beautiful rooms, amazing views, delicious breakfasts and welcoming, friendly staff
  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 5 reviews

    Set in Lamu, 400 metres from Manda Beach, Shela Bliss offers accommodation with a private beach area, free private parking, a terrace and a shared lounge.

  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    8.3
    Very good · 114 reviews

    Set in Lamu, 200 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Beytsalam offers accommodation with a garden, free WiFi, a shared kitchen, and luggage storage space.

    Guest review
    Sylish interior, good location, great rooftop for breakfast
  • Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 221 reviews

    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.

    Guest review
    Loved the Swahili dinner - what a great initiative
  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 19 reviews

    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.

    Guest review
    The rooms were comfortable, the staff was very attentive
  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    7.8
    Good · 126 reviews

    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.

    Guest review
    Caretaker Moses and owner Brian were very nice, thank you!
  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    7.6
    Good · 147 reviews

    Situated just 10 metres from the Lamu beachfront, Shella white house features a restaurant and a rooftop veranda with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.

    Guest review
    Mostly the swimming area though i did not get time to utilize it
  • Breakfast options

    Boasting a shared lounge and views of garden, Baytulkher is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Lamu, 100 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

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    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 113 reviews

    Located in Lamu, near Lamu Fort and Lamu Museum, Amu House is a recently renovated property, featuring free WiFi, a garden and terrace. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation offers a balcony.

    Guest review
    Beautiful old building with lovely places to relax.
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 7 reviews

    Boasting a balcony with sea views, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden, Ras Kitao Holiday Villa can be found in Lamu, close to Manda Beach and 600 metres from Mnarani House.

    Guest review
    nice villa - crazy silent and lonely beach - top bedding - good cook wild donkeys, no monkeys
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    Review score
    5.5
    Passable · 2 reviews

    Featuring sea views, Olympic House provides accommodation with terrace, around 100 metres from Lamu Museum. This guest house is 500 metres from Riyadha Mosque.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    6.1
    Pleasant · 16 reviews

    Situated 200 metres from Gallery Baraka and 200 metres from Lamu Fort, Beytul Habaib features free WiFi and units fitted with a kitchen, balcony and seating area.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    6.4
    Pleasant · 48 reviews

    Located 400 metres from Manda Beach, Jannataan Hotel offers 2-star accommodation in Lamu and has an indoor pool, a garden and a terrace.

    Guest review
    Very good u choose from two either Swahili breakfast or English
  • Review score
    7.7
    Good · 13 reviews

    Stopover Guest House and Restaurant is a 3-star property located in Lamu, facing the sea.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 133 reviews

    JamboHouse Lamu is set in Lamu, 400 metres from Gallery Baraka, 500 metres from Lamu Museum, and 500 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

    Guest review
    The place is amazing and the owner is helping you on a 360° basis. I will come back.
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 83 reviews

    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.

    Guest review
    Lovely location, charming staff and generous breakfast

Great access to the city centre! Check these B&Bs in Lamu

  • Central location
    Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 1 review

    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.

  • Central location
    Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 2 reviews

    Roof Top House is situated in Lamu, 200 metres from Gallery Baraka, 300 metres from Lamu Museum, as well as 500 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

  • Central location
    Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 1 review

    Gaba Gaba House in Lamu provides adults-only accommodation with a rooftop pool and a shared lounge. The property features inner courtyard and quiet street views, and is 400 metres from Manda Beach.

  • Central location
    Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 224 reviews

    This historical Arabian-style building is located in the UNESCO-listed town of Lamu. It is less than 300 metres from the seafront and 3 km from the white sandy beach.

    Guest review
    The hospitality of the stafff and how lovely the property is set up!
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.1
    Very good · 54 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Jamala Guesthouse provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 200 metres from Lamu Museum.

    Guest review
    Great place to stay. Great value for your money. Safe, clean, comfortable beds. Nice shower and great Lamu style. Loved the breakfast!
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.0
    Very good · 1 review

    Featuring city views, Ajooba provides accommodation with terrace, around 100 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum. This guest house is 700 metres from Riyadha Mosque.

  • Central location
    Review score
    6.5
    Pleasant · 10 reviews

    Located in Lamu, less than 1 km from 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Tabassam Guest House features rooms with garden views and free WiFi.

  • Central location
    Review score
    6.0
    Pleasant · 1 review

    Featuring sea views, Bahari Guest House offers accommodation with terrace, around 200 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

  • Central location

    Roof Top House has a balcony and is located in Lamu, within just 300 metres of Gallery Baraka and 500 metres of Lamu Museum.

  • Central location

    Featuring sea views, Paradise House provides accommodation with terrace, around 100 metres from Lamu Museum. Guests staying at this guest house have access to a balcony.

  • Central location

    Situated in Lamu, a few steps from Lamu Museum and 300 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Amu House features air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

  • Central location

    Golden House is situated in Lamu, 200 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum, 300 metres from Lamu Fort, as well as 400 metres from Gallery Baraka.

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  • Avg. price/night: £126.36
    Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 221 reviews
    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.
    Guest review by
    Karen
    Young couple
  • Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 36 reviews
    Beautiful 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.
    Guest review by
    Anna Josefsson
    Family with young children
  • Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 143 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.
    Guest review by
    Magnus
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £172.31
    Review score
    8.2
    Very good · 36 reviews
    A remarkable property, full of history and character, and stylishly decorated. Our quiet room and private terrace at the back of the hotel overlooked charming rooftops, with dhows on the sea in the distance. The multiple pools, each set in its own secluded courtyard, are perfect for relaxing after a day exploring the island or the historic Old Town, and the waterside restaurant is totally delightful. Best of all, the team are so warm, welcoming and genuine - they really embody the spirit of Lamu and Kenya.
    Guest review by
    Colin
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £82.71
    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 77 reviews
    Beautiful boutique hotel with large spacious rooms done up in a gorgeous Swahili style and a massive common area, right in the heart of Lamu Old Town's narrow roads. Safari, Johnson and Abu are really great. Safari in particular went out of his way to help us make our stay amazing, such as finding us a dhow captain to organise a private dhow trip. I'd 100% recommend Andavelo House for your Lamu stay.
    Guest review by
    Reya
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £34.46
    Review score
    7.6
    Good · 147 reviews
    Great location. Proximity to the beach was great. Beautiful upper terrace for relaxation on the property. Quiet and peaceful.
    Guest review by
    Chege
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £91.90
    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 285 reviews
    It is a beautiful place to stay; charming, comfortable, clean, excellent breakfast and staff, not a lot more you require on your holiday ;). Would definitely recommend. Of course a swimming pool would be nice, but not so very practical in its location.
    Guest review by
    Fiona765
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £26.80
    Review score
    7.8
    Good · 126 reviews
    One of the most beautiful buildings we stayed at in all of Kenya. Traditional Swahili and elegant and spacious. Beautiful common areas and private rooms as well. Great location.
    Guest review by
    Bree
    Young couple