Try Lamu for your next trip! Enjoy relaxation, beaches and friendly locals while you’re there.
The Majlis Resort is located in Lamu with views of the Ras Kitau Bay on Manda Island.
“The staff are extremely friendly and go out of their way to make your stay comfortable. Its quiet and a magnificent establishment. A good island holiday!”
Average review score: 9
Located on Shela Beach overlooking the Indian Ocean, Forodhani House is situated in Lamu. With white-arched terraces, this spacious villa offers bright rooms and free Wi-Fi is available.
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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.
“Simple comforts done briliiantly. Clean sheets, towels, rooms and bathroom facilities that keep you cool in Lamu's blazing heat.”
Average review score: 8.1
Situated along the sandy Kizingo Beach on Lamu Island, Kizingo offers thatched-roof chalets with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.
Average review score: 9.5
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. Free WiFi access is...
“Excellent location with wonderful staff”
Average review score: 8.4
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.
“Very relaxing and tranquill. Lovely gardens superb location excellent staff”
Average review score: 8.2
Diamond Beach Village offers traditional Swahili thatched roof huts located directly on a private beach. Each has a furnished patio with views of the Indian Ocean.
“The first feeling we had when we arrived was one of peace. The next three days were absolute bliss, rest and tranquility. Being disconnected, feeling away from everything yet surrounded by lovely members of staff made our vacation a rich experience.”
Average review score: 9.2
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.
“If Lamu island is heaven, then Subira house is heaven within Heaven. Look no further, this is THE place to stay in Lamu. I have been in many great guesthouses all over the world and I can genuinely say this is the best place I have EVER stayed at and this is why: -The house is a beautifully restored traditional Swahili house. The owners Christina and Paul decorated with excellent taste and it feels so peaceful and beautiful. I had the top-top room which has been recommended by many reviewers and I strongly recommend it as well. It gives you great views of the fort and the ocean, privacy and a nice breeze coming from all over the room. I slept like a baby, in fact I slept at night and then took a nap in the afternoon. It’s really worth the few extra bucks. If the top-top rooms are booked, I am sure you will enjoy the other rooms, I met other travelers staying in the guesthouse and they were very pleased. Throughout the house it feels peaceful, quite and private. The breakfast is to die for, all ingredients from the Shamba ( local farm), including eggs, homemade bread, mango jam, DELICIOUS honey, homemade yogurt. The cook in the house also prepares delicious food, I unfortunately didn’t get a chance to try dinner but I tried lunch and it was succulent. I also recommend the massage that Christina can arrange for you, I wish I remembered the lady’s name (Betty?) but she had magical hands and the set-up for the massage is also really nice as they put you at the top corner of the house with a curtain for privacy and still the ocean breeze sweeping through. Book it, you won’t regret it and it would be half the price of any massage offered in hotels in Shella. Now, the only thing that concerned me when I was booking my room in Subira were the waterless toilets. I was a bit nervous about the level of comfort (I am in vacation after all so the last thing I want to worry about are toilets), all I can tell you is that it wasn’t a problem at all.”
Average review score: 8.9
Waridi House is located in Shela village along the Lamu archipelago, this house features an outdoor pool, garden and terrace. Free WiFi is available and the beach is a 5-minute walk away.
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Located in Lamu, 100 metres from Lamu Fort Museum, Lamu Palace Hotel features a restaurant, bar and free WiFi. Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and is equipped with a TV.
Average review score: 9.3
Offering a year-round outdoor pool and views of the sea, Banana House and Wellness Centre is located in Lamu, 100 metres from Shella Primary School.
“I could not recommend Banana House more strongly! Part of me wants to keep this treasure secret but I shall share!”
Shella Royal House offers accommodation in Lamu. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. Rooms are equipped with a private bathroom.
Overlooking the beach and surrounded by forest, The Red Pepper House is located on Lamu Island and offers private, secluded accommodation and spa facilities.
Sea Shells Inn is located in Lamu, a few steps from Lamu Museum. Catholic Church is a few steps from Sea Shells Inn, while Mosque is 100 metres away.
Situated just a 5-minute walk from Shela Beach, Fatumas Tower features an outdoor plunge pool, yoga hall, and spa and wellness services. It also offers an indigenous garden and thatched-roof library.
Average review score: 9
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.
“Ñama, the assistant its perfect. You have the swimming pool free at jannatans hotel and wifi at Peroni hotel (if you drinks anything and takes his password)”
Average review score: 9.3
Featuring free WiFi and a sun terrace, JamboHouse Lamu offers accommodation in Lamu, 200 metres from Lamu Fort Museum. You will find a tour desk at the property.
“JAMBOHOUSE is the best place to be if you are wanting to see the cultural side of Lamu Town. Arnold & his staff are extremely helpful & made the stay that much better. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for an authentic Lamu experience. A big thank you to Arnold & his team, don't change anything! Karibu”
Average review score: 7.7
Situated in Lamu in the Coast Region Region, a few steps from Shella Primary School, Jannataan Hotel features a hot tub and indoor pool. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.
“I'm still hangover from my trip, I can't believe it's over! Janataan was awesome,great location, juice was squeezed fresh every morning, people were far too kind and the beach is so close by. I can't wait to go back again. Hamid, Baraka and Tom took great care of us!!”
Average review score: 9.1
Situated in Lamu in the Coast Region Region, 100 metres from Water well, Stopover Guest House and Restaurant features a barbecue and terrace. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.
“A comfortable and pleasant place to stay. Comfy bed, helpful staff, free breakfast, meals served on our veranda overlooking the water. We really enjoyed ourselves! And a very reasonable price.”
Offering stunning views of dunes, Shamba House offers accommodation in Lamu. Guests benefit from terrace. The unit is fitted with a kitchen. Towels and bed linen are featured in this apartment.
Featuring free WiFi, Baitil Aman Guest House offers accommodation in Lamu. You will find luggage storage space at the property. Yoga House.
Average review score: 7.9
Situated in Lamu in the Coast Region Region, 200 metres from Gallery Baraka, Stopover Guest House - Lamu town features a barbecue and terrace.
“There are two hotels, one in Lamu and one in Shela village. The one in Shela is right on the beach, nice decorated. The rooms have a beautiful terrace with an extra outside bed, cold and hot water all day long, friendly staff, great breakfast. The airport and Lamu shuttle is quick arranged.”
Located in Lamu in the Coast Region Region, 100 metres from Lamu Fort Museum, Petley's Inn features a year-round outdoor pool and water sports facilities.
Lamu Poolhouse offers accommodation in Lamu, 100 metres from Gallery Baraka and 200 metres from Lamu Fort Museum. Guests benefit from terrace and a year-round outdoor pool.
Located in Lamu, this apartment features a balcony. The unit fitted with a kitchen with an oven and microwave. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels is featured.
Mandarina Beach Cottage is set in Manda Island in the Lamu archipelago opposite Peponi Hotel across the channel. The accommodation is equipped with a flat-screen TV.
Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Lamu Archipelago Hotel is set in Lamu, 100 metres from Gallery Baraka. All rooms include a private bathroom.
Kitendetini Bahari Hotel is situated in Lamu, a few steps from Al-Muadham Shop. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Kitendetini Bahari Hotel features free WiFi throughout the property.
Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Shela Bahari Hotel is situated in Lamu, 200 metres from Boat repair yard. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.
Amu House is set in Lamu, 100 metres from Lamu Fort Museum and 100 metres from Lamu Museum. Certain rooms feature a seating area where you can relax. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom.
