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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
£272.38
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.

E
Elyse
From
Canada
Everything about Jannat House was awesome. The pool was so nice to cool off in the HOT Lamu climate. Honestly, I dont think we could have survived the heat without the pool. The service was amazing. We felt so welcomed. Like a home away from home. The chef provided an impromptu cooking class to show up how to cook the fish we caught. Carol provided good advice and has a reputation for being a good, honest, and caring manager. There are alot of areas to lounge in the shade. Its quiet but close to everything. When we come back to Lamu, this is the only place we will stay due to our warm, lovely experience. THANK YOU!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
£43.67
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.

F
FLORIAN
From
Kenya
The pools were cooling and very beautiful. I enjoyed the lovely sun beds. The restaurant was great for breakfast, offering great options. The staff was really kind and professional
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews
Price from
£109.91
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.

k
karama
From
Kenya
The Swahili breakfast was excellent
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 210 reviews
Price from
£59.95
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
£59.21
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.

r
rebecca
From
Ireland
I loved everything about this property. The hotel was beautiful and the staff were very kind and friendly. They even have a in house baker who serves delicious buns in the after noon. Breakfast was amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 285 reviews
Price from
£96.22
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.

P
Patricia
From
Australia
The host was absolutely lovely and made us feel completely at home. He made sure we were comfortable at all times, and tailored city tours, boat trips and a sunset cruise for us. Definitely made our stay in Lamu and we hope to go back sometime!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
£99.92
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
£26.65
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
£259.06
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.

H
HAILYU
From
China
unbelievable beautiful designed apartment in the maza of shela, but still easy to find. the host and housekeeper are all very kind and being responsible, always check what we need.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
£43.30
1 night, 2 adults
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 210 reviews
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  • From £43.67 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
    Everything about Jannat House was awesome. The pool was so nice to cool off in the HOT Lamu climate. Honestly, I dont think we could have survived the heat without the pool. The service was amazing. We felt so welcomed. Like a home away from home. The chef provided an impromptu cooking class to show up how to cook the fish we caught. Carol provided good advice and has a reputation for being a good, honest, and caring manager. There are alot of areas to lounge in the shade. Its quiet but close to everything. When we come back to Lamu, this is the only place we will stay due to our warm, lovely experience. THANK YOU!!
    Guest review by
    Elyse
    Canada
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 208 reviews
    Great historical building with an amazing Swahili architecture. We came back to Lamu after two years and even though we browsed a little bit, there was no other place that we rather wanted to stay at. Perfectly located behind the Fort, right behind the main square, Subira is easy to find, offers the greatest views and privacy. Everyone working there made our stay a true pleasure. Absolutely loved it, also this time. Some part of the downstairs area is now a café for the public which invited people during the day – really nice touch that makes it more lively.
    Guest review by
    Annakathatina
    Switzerland
  • From £59.95 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 210 reviews
    The view on the rooftop for breakfast was fantastic. Delicious fresh fruit for breakfast every day. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly.
    Guest review by
    Adam
    United Kingdom
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews
    Location right on the water, Swahili decor, great staff and wonderful food. I have come here 5+ times! And I will be back!
    Guest review by
    diane
    United States
  • From £377.48 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews
    We loved everything. it's an amazing place with great food, extremely beautiful rooms, and a magical location
    Guest review by
    Andre
    Namibia
  • From £122.13 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews
    The facility is exceptionally BEAUTIFUL
    Guest review by
    MILLICENT
    Belgium

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  • 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