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JamboHouse Lamu

Lamu

JamboHouse Lamu is set in Lamu, 300 metres from Gallery Baraka, 500 metres from Lamu Museum, and 500 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

C
Claudia
From
Spain
Arnold the host is the best! They provide everything you need to make your stay in Lamu great! The breakfast is delicious with vegan options. Although the host is German, he knows everything and everyone, so I highly recommend this place if you want to spend your time with the locals (Shella, the other town with more hotels and restaurants is beautiful but basically made for European tourists)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews
Price from
US$25
1 night, 2 adults

Jua House

Lamu

Situated within 500 metres of Shela Beach and 200 metres of Mnarani House in Lamu, Jua House provides accommodation with seating area. The bed and breakfast features city views and a sun terrace.

K
Kelly
From
Nigeria
I loved how clean it was and how much attention was paid to details. Thé staff, especially Amani were very friendly and helpful and helped me navigate my way around.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews
Price from
US$135
1 night, 2 adults

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.

e
evans
From
Kenya
accessibility and green flora in Lamu island fulfilling the name Kijani.The food is equally good and on time.The staff are friendly and readly available.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
US$900
1 night, 2 adults

Shela Bliss

Lamu

Featuring a shared lounge and views of garden, Shela Bliss is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Lamu, 400 metres from Manda Beach.

E
Enas
From
Lebanon
I loved my time at Shela Bliss. The owner was so kind, always available to help, organized fun activities every day, and made amazing breakfasts with fresh juices every morning. Felt like staying with a friend! I was really impressed by how clean and well-kept the place was. The rooms, bathrooms, and common areas were all fresh and tidy-it made the stay so comfortable. Abdullah clearly takes pride in the place, and it shows! Would happily stay again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$135
1 night, 2 adults

Sai Shanti House

Lamu

Featuring garden views, Sai Shanti House provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 300 metres from Manda Beach.

I
Isabella
From
Italy
Chris is an amazing host. The house is lovely, perfectly located and very reasonably priced. I was solo travelling and felt very safe at Sai Shanti!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$32.40
1 night, 2 adults

Sai Shanti House

Lamu

Featuring accommodation with a balcony, Sai Shanti House is set in Lamu. The apartment, housed in a building dating from 2002, is 200 metres from the Mnarani House.

J
Jahid
From
United Kingdom
Chris is a wonderful human being and goes above and beyond to make the stay in Shela a pleasant one. He was always clear with communication and looked after us with care. The properly is one of the highlights of our visit to Shela and Lamu. Shanti means peace, which the property definitely provides. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$49.50
1 night, 2 adults

Mangrove House

Lamu

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.

A
Amparo
From
Spain
Our stay on Manda’s side at Mangrove House was truly wonderful. The location is unmatched, the peace and quiet are absolute. The staff is wonderful and so is the owner, super attentive and ready to help and share. The house is right in front of Shela and Peponi hotel, just a short boat trip away. Would absolutely go back, and recommend it to everyone going to Lamu!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Price from
US$141
1 night, 2 adults

Banana Shamba Estate

Lamu

Located in Lamu, near Manda Beach and Mnarani House, Banana Shamba Estate is a recently renovated property, featuring free WiFi, a garden and barbecue facilities.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

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.

M
Marjolein
From
Belgium
It was the 4th time we stay in Banana house and it was as always absolutely amazing. A place of full relaxation
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews
Price from
US$161
1 night, 2 adults

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.

B
Barbara
From
Slovenia
Jannat house is very very romantic! The house is built in typical Swahili style and it lies in the centre of Lamu. It is super cosy, beautiful, rustic with many beautiful plants around and an amazing small pool in the centre of the house, next to a bar. The highlight (besides romantic style of the house with many balconies and stairs) were the people working there! Caroline and the rest of the staff were amazing! super cool, helpful, constantly around making sure we have everything we need. They also prepare the freshest food and the breakfasts were great. Thank you so so much fot this beautiful experience! They are also well known in Lamu and well conected and can help you with tips on where to go and how to reach it. Great!! Thanks so much, I hope I see you guys soon!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Price from
US$59
1 night, 2 adults
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There’s nothing quite like waking up to the sound of swirling waves and the smell of sea air through your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodation comes in a variety of forms, from well decked-out resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea and outdoor pools with adjacent bars.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews

Highly rated beach hotels in Lamu and nearby

Deuli House

Shela
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Set within 100 metres of Shela Beach and 400 metres of Mnarani House in Shela, Deuli House provides accommodation with seating area. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony.

From US$198 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Facing the beachfront, Peponi Hotel Lamu - Kenya offers 4-star accommodation in Shela and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace. 400 metres from Shela Beach and a few steps from...

Shela Bahari

Shela
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

Situated within 100 metres of Manda Beach and 300 metres of Shela Beach, Shela Bahari features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Shela.

From US$165 per night

Furaha House

Shela
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Offering sea views, Furaha House is an accommodation located in Shela, 200 metres from Shela Beach and 400 metres from Mnarani House. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Offering a garden and garden view, Marquezy House - Shela, Lamu Island is situated in Shela, 1.1 km from Shela Beach and 700 metres from Mnarani House.

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Avg. price/night: US$72
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
Staying at Beytul Habaib was a great cultural experience. The mix of modern and traditional decor was beautiful, and David's service was excellent. The two-bedroom apartment was perfect for our family. We enjoyed cooking and felt right at home. The views were amazing, with stunning scenes of the island and ocean from every angle. Being close to the beach was a big plus, and my children loved playing there.
Guest review by
Osman Abdulkadir
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews
Beautiful architecture and location on the beach of Manda Bay. Super friendly staff. Beautiful rooms and clean.
Guest review by
Maria
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$40.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews
Good breakfast by Tom Clean place Near beachfront and shella beach Rooftop with sea views
Guest review by
Daniel Ngumi
Solo traveller
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