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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.

P
Poudel
From
Australia
I liked that the house was right in the middle of community houses, which made me feel more connected to the old town. The breakfast that Arnold made was amazing and I really liked the vibe of the place. There were plenty of dining places nearby and all of the host's recommendation was 10 on 10.
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.

M
Michaela
From
United Arab Emirates
Amazing house! Staff, location were great. The decor in the house was so beautiful. Breakfast was delicious and we even had 4-5pm afternoon tea.
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.

d
diane
From
United States
Location right on the water, Swahili decor, great staff and wonderful food. I have come here 5+ times! And I will be back!
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.

C
Clair
From
United Kingdom
We loved the decor, the quiet situation and the breakfast served by Emmanuel who hosted perfectly. It felt like a real home, not an anonymous guest house. The beach was incredibly clean and despite the poverty very little was being hawked so it was truly peaceful. Shela is far preferable to Lamu.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$135
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.

K
Kieran
From
United Kingdom
Really beautiful. A haven of serenity and calm. Exceptionally kind and helpful staff. When food is requested and cooked to order it’s of higher quality than that in the luxury hotel along the beach.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Price from
US$141
1 night, 2 adults

Amu House

Lamu

Located within 200 metres of Lamu Fort and 200 metres of Lamu Museum in Lamu, Amu House provides accommodation with seating area.

M
Maipelo
From
Kenya
The size of the rooms, the aesthetic.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
Price from
US$50
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.

K
Karen
From
Ireland
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.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews
Price from
US$161
1 night, 2 adults

Shella White House

Lamu

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.

L
Luís Fernando
From
France
The owner was always willing to respond positively to my requests, the attention's Tom is very friendly, helpful. The single room and shared bathroom are very clean and spacious. A good breakfast served on the rooftop, with a beautiful view and fresh air. The hotel is not far from nice beaches and not far from the centre of the village.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews
Price from
US$36.45
1 night, 2 adults

Wildebeeste Lamu

Lamu

Offering a garden and city view, Wildebeeste Lamu is situated in Lamu, 300 metres from Gallery Baraka and 500 metres from Lamu Museum.

B
Bart
From
Netherlands
Nice location, a very friendly host and close to dockyard and airport
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews
Price from
US$12
1 night, 2 adults

Jamala Guesthouse

Lamu

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

n
ndiary
From
Kenya
The staff and owner were amazing. I was warmly welcomed and assisted in tracing my way to the accomodation site. The cleanliness was top notch, regular room service cleaning, good breakfast and ease in traversing Lamu town. It was also a secure place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews
Price from
US$45
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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews

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

Enjoy breakfast in Lamu and nearby

La Joya Lamu

Shela
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Located in Shela, La Joya Lamu provides accommodation 500 metres from Shela Beach and 100 metres from Mnarani House. The units in the bed and breakfast are equipped with a kettle.

From US$59.50 per night

Jannataan Hotel

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

Located in Lamu, Jannataan Hotel offers 2-star accommodation with an indoor pool and a garden.

From US$50 per night

JamboHouse Lamu

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews

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.

From US$25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Budget self-contained room on the GROUND FLOOR at JamboHouse Lamu, a property with a terrace, is situated in Lamu, 300 metres from Gallery Baraka, 400 metres from Lamu Museum, as well as 400 metres...

Subira House

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 192 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.

Jamala Guesthouse

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

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

From US$50 per night

Amu House

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews

Located within 200 metres of Lamu Fort and 200 metres of Lamu Museum in Lamu, Amu House provides accommodation with seating area.

From US$50 per night

Andavelo House

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

With sea views, Andavelo House is located in Lamu and has a restaurant, free shuttle service, bar, garden, sun terrace and year-round outdoor pool.

From US$96.30 per night

Save money on B&Bs in Lamu and nearby – budget options available

Beytul Habaib

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 17 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.

From US$72 per night

Bahari Guest House

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1 review

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

Samaki House

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 122 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.

Banana House and Wellness Centre

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 215 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.

From US$190 per night

Gaba Gaba House

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 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.

From US$150 per night

Kijani Hotel

Lamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 105 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.

Shela Bahari

Shela
Budget options available
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
Budget options available
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.

Great access to the city centre. Check these B&Bs in Lamu and nearby

Roof Top House

Lamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 7 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.

From US$15 per night

Ola Ola House

Lamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.5
Passable - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Offering sea views, Ola Ola House is an accommodation located in Lamu, 200 metres from Lamu Fort and 200 metres from Lamu Museum.

From US$12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Ras Kitao Holiday Villa in Lamu features a terrace and a shared lounge. The property has sea and pool views, and is a few steps from Manda Beach.

From US$155 per night

Mangrove House

Lamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 20 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.

From US$163 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$190
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 215 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
Avg. price/night: US$96.30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 64 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: US$40.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 135 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 274 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