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Kizingo Beach Eco Lodge

Hotel in Lamu

Located a few steps from Kipungani Beach, Kizingo Beach Eco Lodge offers 4-star accommodation in Lamu and features a fitness centre, a garden and a bar. The hotel has family rooms.

T
Tanya
From
Switzerland
Exceptional location and the design and spaciousness of the rooms outstanding. Delicious food too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$141
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.

D
Dadson
From
Kenya
Swimming pool an accessibility to the sea
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Price from
US$59
1 night, 2 adults

LAMU HOUSE

Hotel in Lamu

Set in Lamu and with 18th Century Swahili House Museum reachable within 200 metres, LAMU HOUSE offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.

E
Edem Dionne
From
Ghana
The people ! Everyone was so lovely and welcoming. Mildred was so helpful and kind. Additionally, the ambiance is so serene. Like a simple serenity. It’s an absolutely stunning property.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews
Price from
US$148.50
1 night, 2 adults

Msafini Hotel

Hotel in Lamu

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.

E
Edward
From
Australia
Staff were very attentive and friendly, pool area very nice, breakfast top quality and balcony perfect for a relax and read.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 211 reviews
Price from
US$85.50
1 night, 2 adults

Royal House Shela

Hotel in Lamu

Situated within 300 metres of Shela Beach and 200 metres of Mnarani House, Royal House Shela features rooms in Lamu. This 5-star hotel offers room service and free WiFi. The hotel has family rooms.

S
Suzanne
From
Australia
The staff, the rooms and cosy corners, being able to use all the upstairs living areas, the breakfasts and the way the staff cared for us.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews
Price from
US$120
1 night, 2 adults

Jua House

Hotel in 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
US$135
1 night, 2 adults

Shela Bliss

Hotel in 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 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
US$162
1 night, 2 adults

Sai Shanti House

Hotel in 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

Mbibo House in the Shela Dunes

Hotel in Shela

Located in Shela, 500 metres from Manda Beach, Mbibo House in the Shela Dunes offers accommodation with free WiFi, a terrace or a balcony and access to a garden and an outdoor pool.

A
Andreas
From
Germany
Perfect quiet oasis to relax, to discover Shela village, to explore the beach with helpful and friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
US$350
1 night, 2 adults

Sai Shanti House

Hotel in 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
James
From
South Africa
Very nice little spot up in Sheila.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$40.50
1 night, 2 adults
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
    Kijani is a charming little hotel in Shela, well located to discover the village on foot, and the nearby islands by boat. It has everything one needs for a perfect holiday; provides a quiet and peaceful backdrop. We loved the flexibility of management (even with last minute issues), return boat transfers included in the price, amazing breakfast and restaurant. Fantastic staff (management, reception, cleaning team, restaurant, kitchen, guards, in short: EVERYONE): kind, attentive, all while being respectful of privacy. We have stayed elsewhere in Lamu and Kijani truly stands out. Thank you.
    Guest review by
    Tunde
    Belgium
  • From US$165 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews
    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.
    Guest review by
    Monica
    Romania
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 208 reviews
    The atmosphere of the place is superb because of the owners Christine and Paul who give it a special note. The building is very special and just behind Lamu Fort which allowed me to enter a Swahili Wedding. It was amazing.
    Guest review by
    Carmo Miranda Machado
    Portugal
  • From US$510 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
    Majlis is truly as advertised. The staff have excellent customer service. Our experience was exceptional from the point of meeting up at the airport to drop off. Value for money.
    Guest review by
    Nderu
    Kenya
  • From US$81 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 211 reviews
    Staff were very attentive and friendly, pool area very nice, breakfast top quality and balcony perfect for a relax and read.
    Guest review by
    Edward
    Australia
  • From US$59 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
    Swimming pool an accessibility to the sea
    Guest review by
    Dadson
    Kenya

Planning a trip? Get inspired by reviews of cities in Lamu

  • 10.0

    I liked that Lamu is a small town, easy to walk about and no...

    I liked that Lamu is a small town, easy to walk about and no pollution say for donkey dung. There are many eateries with all kinds of meals, loved the seafood restaurants near the jetty. Lamu is safe for travellers and the community is very welcoming. Easy to get around either by speed boat, dhow or slow engine boats if not in a rush. The weather is warm and windy especially in the evening. People prefer to walk about and sit around the seafront at night where there is good ocean breeze before retiring for bed. Fishing is a great recreation activity which we all enjoyed while in Lamu.
    Guest review by
    Esther
    Australia
  • 10.0

    Amazing place to stay.

    Amazing place to stay. You feel at home with the personal care they do. Breakfast is good esp the Swahili breakfast. Great views during dining and terrace is amazing for sunrise. Will definitely visit again.
    Guest review by
    Thabit
    United Arab Emirates
  • 10.0

    Lamu is a small conservative town rich in culture with very...

    Lamu is a small conservative town rich in culture with very friendly people. I like that most restaurants are at the beachfront and I can recommend a few with what they offer: 1. Forodhani Lamu- for local cuisine like pilau, biriyani etc. It was the most affordable. 2. Sailors Joint- for shawarma, pizza and sea food. I went here almost everyday for their shawarma, so so flavorful. 3. Bush Gardens Sea food restaurant- for seafood especially. Had the best fresh mango juice. 4. Rangarelli Cafe- in Shela has the best local food there 5. Gelamu- for gelato ice-cream, this is in Shela.
    Guest review by
    Salley
    Kenya
  • 10.0

    We were looking for privacy and relaxation as well as some...

    We were looking for privacy and relaxation as well as some outings to get to know Lamu better so our location on Manda island with private boat service to anywhere was ideal Some recommendable eating places included peponi and kijani hotels in Shela, garden restaurant on Lamu sea front We also enjoyed Lamu museum and the Flip-floppy enterprise for recycling all kinds of waste plastics
    Guest review by
    Anonymous