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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. It is situated 300 metres from Lamu Fort and offers luggage storage space. In addition to free WiFi, the property also features a sun terrace as well as beauty services. Arnold gave us all the information we needed to navigate Lamu on arrival and organised some wonderful trips for us as well as a Swahili cooking lesson. Breakfast was generous and the rooms comfortable. I would definitely recommend JamboHouse! We will stay again on our next trip.

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9.1
Superb
134 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

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.

At the bed and breakfast, each unit is fitted with a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also boast free WiFi, while certain rooms are fitted with a balcony. At the bed and breakfast, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. 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.

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9.1
Superb
284 reviews
Price from
£74
per night

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. The accommodation provides a fitness room, free WiFi and family rooms. Amazing place. We were treated like we were at home from the beginning. Since it was just us in the building, we were upgraded to the big suite. Delicious breakfast too.

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9
Superb
99 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

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. This beachfront property offers access to a patio. When staying at the guest house, guests can use private entrance. 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.

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9
Superb
22 reviews
Price from
£87
per night

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. With pool views, this accommodation provides a balcony. Each room is equipped with a patio with city views. Absolutely stunning, beautifully renovated historic Swahili building in the heart of the oldest part of Lamu Town. My suite was complete with the traditional carved grand bed of the mansion, so large it had a step to get up into it; a beautiful terrace with a view over the old town rooftops to the water; gorgeous carved plasterwork, traditional paintwork, and plenty of space and air. Safari the house manager was amazing, so thoughtful, pleasant and responsive to every small request. The dining and lounge floor also lovely, with a pool and comfortable, cool areas to relax. A very special historic property where you can immerse yourself in the grandeur and romance of Lamu's heyday: such a wonderful treat to stay here. I look forward to returning.

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9.4
Superb
73 reviews
Price from
£71
per night

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.

Kijani Hotel is located in Shela Village, just 3 km from Lamu Old Town and 4 km from Manda Airport. Takwa Prehistoric Site is 10 km away on Manda Island. The location can not be beat, but the pool and court yard stole the show

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9.4
Superb
98 reviews
Price from
£148
per night

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. It is located 700 metres from Gallery Baraka and offers luggage storage space. The guest house features family rooms. I just loved the interior design of the place, the rooftop, the furniture... The room was really spacious, the bathroom too. The breakfast was good, Moses who was managing the place is very kind and helpful. It's very close to the pier and it was easy to reach.

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8.2
Very good
127 reviews
Price from
£23
per night

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. There is a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay. The bed and breakfast has family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests. The view from the place I stayed was phenomenal. Omar and his staff made sure I felt at home from the moment I arrived, with amazing details on the check-in, food, location, and attention. I couldn't rate them higher!

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8.1
Very good
128 reviews
Price from
£50
per night

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

Some units also have a well-fitted kitchen equipped with an oven, a toaster, and a fridge. Wildebeest is a great apartment, perfectly located downtown. It’s fully equipped and Joshua is always here trying to help you. I highly recommend it.

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8.6
Fabulous
100 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

Located within 200 metres of Lamu Fort and 200 metres of Lamu Museum in Lamu, Amu House provides accommodation with seating area. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. Every room is fitted with a terrace with inner courtyard views and free WiFi. the location in the old town and the friendly staff

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8.9
Fabulous
114 reviews
Price from
£30
per night

Most booked holiday rentals in Lamu this month

FAQs about holiday rentals in Lamu

  • The average price per night for a holiday rental in Lamu for this weekend is £95, based on current Booking.com prices.

  • There are 25 holiday rentals in Lamu you can book on Booking.com.

  • Couples travelling in Lamu loved staying at Andavelo House, Kijani Hotel and JamboHouse Lamu.

    Similarly, these holiday rentals in Lamu are highly rated by couples: Jua House, Swahili Dreams Apartments and Shiban House.

  • JamboHouse Lamu, Jua House and Andavelo House are some popular holiday rentals in Lamu.

    In addition to these holiday rentals, Kijani Hotel, Shiban House and Mangrove House are also popular in Lamu.

  • Most holiday rentals on Booking.com offer free cancellation.

  • We make it quick and easy to book a holiday rental in Lamu. Here’s what we offer:

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  • Mangrove House, Beytsalaam Apartments and Shiban House have received great reviews from guests in Lamu regarding the views from these holiday rentals

    Guests staying in Lamu also spoke highly of the views from these holiday rentals: Furaha House, Wildebeeste Lamu and Banana House and Wellness Centre.

  • Many families visiting Lamu loved staying at Andavelo House, Kijani Hotel and Umma House.

    Similarly, Shela Bahari, Jua House and Shiban House are also popular among family travellers.

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