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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.
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Fenna
From
Germanyeverything was perfect - the staff, the food, the lodges... fantastic place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Location 9.3
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.
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Cristina Alonso
From
SpainCaroline is an amazing and hard-worked person. Everybody was so nice!
The room was cleaned and well equipped.
Lamu is so hot, so it's great to have a swimming pool!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Location 8.7
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.
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Laura
From
SwitzerlandThe space, the welcoming and attention to details. The staff and the service.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
US$153
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.
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Adam
From
United KingdomThe view on the rooftop for breakfast was fantastic. Delicious fresh fruit for breakfast every day. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews
Location 8.3
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.
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Suzanne
From
AustraliaThe 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
Location 8.8
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.
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Hana
From
United KingdomBeautifully decorated hotel with stunning views. The breakfast is delicious. The staff are what makes this hotel special in particular Amani. Thank you all for a lovely stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 283 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
US$135
1 night, 2 adults
Kijani Hotel
Hotel in 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.
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diane
From
United StatesLocation 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 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews
Location 9.8
Price from
US$900
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.
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Patricia
From
AustraliaThe 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 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
US$135
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.
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Rocio
From
NetherlandsEverything. The place is awesome and the host super kind and helpful. And I couldn't believe how fresh the apartment was when outside it was overwhelmingly hot!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Location 9.0
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.
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Andreas
From
GermanyPerfect 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
Location 8.5
Price from
US$350
1 night, 2 adults
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- From US$510 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviewsMajlis 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 byNderuKenya
- From US$59 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviewsCaroline is an amazing and hard-worked person. Everybody was so nice! The room was cleaned and well equipped. Lamu is so hot, so it's great to have a swimming pool!Guest review byCristina AlonsoSpain
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 206 reviewsBeautiful and centrally located with Mohammed and the team going abive and beyond to make my time in Lamu unforgetable. Delicious meals- fresh and healthy.Guest review byIngeSouth Africa
- From US$1,000 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 9.4Superb - What previous guests thought, 102 reviewsLocation right on the water, Swahili decor, great staff and wonderful food. I have come here 5+ times! And I will be back!Guest review bydianeUnited States
- From US$171 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 197 reviewsGreat location, amazing atmosphere & lovely staff. I felt at peace as soon as I got there.Guest review byChandniGermany
- From US$81 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 209 reviewsThe Swahili breakfast was excellentGuest review bykaramaKenya
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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 byEstherAustralia - 10.0
Went to celebrate my birthday and it was my first time in...
Went to celebrate my birthday and it was my first time in Lamu. A simple request to shiban house to make it feel special, ended up being the best birthday surprise ever...Sada thank you, my heart is overwhelmed by how you managed to surprise me 😊. Joseph took excellent care of us and was ready to help us around. I must say, I feel fulfilled even as I have turned a year younger 😂😊😂. Thank you mapenzi too for the awesome breakfast we got every day. Shela is the best place to be in lamu. You can access lamu town easily and learn so much about the history of it, ask for the best knowledgeable guy there called 'sunshine' locally. Its near peponi hostel and majlis resort. Make a point of doing the sunset cruise 😊 . Definately 10/10.Guest review byMiriam - 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 bySalleyKenya - 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 byThabitUnited Arab Emirates - 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 plasticsGuest review byAnonymous
