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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.

L
Luiza
From
Brazil
Jua House is a very charming place, the staff was amazing :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 284 reviews
Price from
£99.91
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.

B
Benson
From
Kenya
Excellent location, excellent hosts (Masha and Harrison), extremely scrumptuous food. You feel at home. Extreme tranquility on Manda Island, away from the hustle and bustle. Hard to beat.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
£91.77
1 night, 2 adults

Andavelo House

Lamu

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.

L
Leonor
From
Portugal
We were picked from the airport by Safari which was extremely helpful, otherwise we would have never found the accommodation :D We were very much welcomed with some wet towers and coconut water, great after a flight on a warm weather. Everyone was extremely nice and I loved the culture of the house, we needed to wash some cloths and no money was asked, they gave us lot of recommendations and the best part: even with a short notice asking for dinner in the accommodation for that night, we had the best meal in Kenya and the best fish ever!! Please reserve at least one meal there!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews
Price from
£71.27
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.

s
simon
From
United Kingdom
Beautiful location in Shela village, stunning gardens around the hotel and a short walk to Shela Beach which goes on forever. The restaurant at Kijani is amazing, better than Peponi! Definitely have the Kijani Crab Curry!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
Price from
£392.97
1 night, 2 adults

Samaki House

Lamu

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.

z
zaraquel
From
Germany
Moses is a wonderful person, who made us enjoy our stay to a maximum. He made our laundry, on demand he prepared a very delicious dinner with fresh seafood he bought in the market etc. Our fantastic family room and the hotel with its huge and nice common areas on the roof top are nicely designed and furnitured in the typical Suaheli style. Nevertheless they are yet not as new as they appear on the fotographs.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
£25.90
1 night, 2 adults

Beytsalam

Lamu

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.

M
Meron
From
France
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!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews
Price from
£63.27
1 night, 2 adults

Wildebeeste Lamu

Lamu

Offering a terrace and quiet street view, Wildebeeste Lamu is situated in Lamu, 300 metres from Lamu Fort and 300 metres from Gallery Baraka.

H
Hannah
From
Germany
Wildebeeste was one of the best stays we had during our journey. We’ve enjoyed it so much that it was very hard for us to leave again. Joshua is a very friendly host who helps you out with everything you need. The room is very spacious, clean and has everything you need, including a fan and mosquito net. It’s in an old Swahili-house where you can literally feel the long history of Lamu, it’s houses and it’s residents. You can use a well equipped kitchen and the (sea) view from the roof terrace is just stunning. Siwa, the oldest tourism guide in town, showed us around and we could profit from his experience and contacts all around town. If we ever have the opportunity, we will definitely come back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
£13.32
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
monica
From
Australia
The location is great, you get to appreciate the old town
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
Price from
£37
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
Monica
From
Romania
My stay in Lamu was truly amazing. The open space and perfect climate felt like paradise. I never wanted to get up from the hammock. Kamala, Jacky, and Jamil were great hosts, offering plenty of support throughout my stay. Although I was tempted to try other dining options, I found myself obsessed with the fantastic food served here. It was an incredibly relaxing and memorable holiday, and I hope to return again in the future.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews
Price from
£122.11
1 night, 2 adults

Umma House

Lamu

Umma House has a terrace and is situated in Lamu, within just 400 metres of Lamu Museum and 500 metres of Lamu Fort. Guests staying at this villa have access to a balcony.

Y
Yolanda
From
South Africa
Wow. Couldn't believe my eyes when I walked in. Umma house is a beautiful swahili-style home right in the center of Lamu old town. The architecture and interior design was just exquisite right down to the details. Justin, the house manager, is a star and made our stay very comfortable. I really recommend Umma house if you want to experience Lamu - skip Shela and head to the heart of the island - you won't regret it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews
Price from
£77.71
1 night, 2 adults
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Most booked holiday rentals in Lamu and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 208 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 284 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking holiday rentals in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews

These holiday rentals in Lamu and nearby have options with free cancellation

  • Stopover Guest House and Restaurant

    Lamu
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

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

  • Jamala Guesthouse

    Lamu
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

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

  • Beytul Habaib

    Lamu
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 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.

  • Shiban House

    Shela
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

    Located 500 metres from Shela Beach and 200 metres from Mnarani House, Shiban House features accommodation in Shela. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

  • Jannataan Hotel

    Lamu
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

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

  • Shella White House

    Lamu
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 142 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.

  • Deuli House

    Shela
    Free cancellation options available
    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.

  • JamboHouse Lamu

    Lamu
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 134 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.

Enjoy breakfast in Lamu and nearby

  • Shela Bahari

    Shela
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 63 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

    Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House features a balcony and is situated in Lamu, within just 300 metres of Gallery Baraka and 400 metres of Lamu Museum.

  • Subira House

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 208 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.

  • Umma House

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

    Umma House has a terrace and is situated in Lamu, within just 400 metres of Lamu Museum and 500 metres of Lamu Fort. Guests staying at this villa have access to a balcony.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews

    Set within 200 metres of 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 400 metres of Lamu Museum in Lamu, Swahili Dreams Apartments offers accommodation with a kitchen.

  • Furaha House

    Shela
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 16 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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Holiday rentals that guests love in Lamu

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews
    Very clean and friendly staff, the villa is cozy and there’s many spaces to relax on. Everything worked well and the Umma house team catered to all our needs. It’s better to prepare because there is a lot of mosquitoes
    Guest review by
    Ashley
    Group
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews
    The place in very nice and calm in a very central position in the village of Lamu. The room was big, cozy and clean. Great value for money!
    Guest review by
    Arianna
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
    Beautiful location in Shela village, stunning gardens around the hotel and a short walk to Shela Beach which goes on forever. The restaurant at Kijani is amazing, better than Peponi! Definitely have the Kijani Crab Curry!
    Guest review by
    simon
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 208 reviews
    The location of Subira House could not be better if you wish to live in Lamu village. The staff as well as Christina were both helpful and friendly. I felt at home. Excellent value for money
    Guest review by
    Johann
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £114.71
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 284 reviews
    Delicious home made breakfast from the in house bakery, a great team to look after you and a lovely airy place with lots of calm spaces to escape the heya and hustle of the village. I 100% recommend Jua House, especially for solo travelers and those wishing to avoid the hassle of renting a house.
    Guest review by
    Cynara
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £59.20
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
    Stop over is one of the first guest houses you notice when arriving in shella situated directly on the oceanfront.It is such a great place! Very nice rooms clean, and beautifully furnished.The staff could not be more welcoming and friendly! Breakfast was decent! The view of the ocean from the guest house was simply mind-blowing!!! For sure the best place to stay in Shella for that price bracket, talking from experience having visited a couple others before which are way inside the village. Will definitely come back here! Highly recommended
    Guest review by
    Bassam
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £114.71
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 284 reviews
    The staff, food and overall ambience made our visit one of the nicest stays we’ve had in a long time. Immaculate facilities. The place is just so tastefully decorated and well thought out. Morning coffee on the terrace overlooking the harbour…. The village of Shela is lovely. No cars. Clean beaches.
    Guest review by
    Reilly
    Family with young children