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Kizingo Beach Eco Lodge
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.

Jannat House
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.

LAMU HOUSE
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.

Msafini Hotel
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.

Royal House Shela
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.

Amu House
Located within 200 metres of Lamu Fort and 200 metres of Lamu Museum in Lamu, Amu House provides accommodation with seating area.

Jua House
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.

Kijani Hotel
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.

Shela Bliss
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.

Sai Shanti House
Featuring garden views, Sai Shanti House provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 300 metres from Manda Beach.

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- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 205 reviewsWonderful experience! We spontaneously decided to visit Lamu and came across Subira’s house. The team organized an amiable boat driver who brought us to the house. Once we arrived we were welcomed by Mohammed, who showed us the building and our room. The atmosphere and hospitality of the staff are so friendly and warm, which made us very comfortable. The breakfast is amazing - try the moringa omelette! The rooms were very cute and spacious and we had a beautiful outdoor patio which was perfect to wind down in the evening. The team is very connected to the town and can help with any requests such as organizing a Henna Designer or finding great restaurants. We were so happy with the decision to visit this beautiful town and the Subira house, which is perfectly located! We hope that the house will remain like it is and will find a lovely new owner!Guest review byMeronGermany
- From US$59 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 146 reviewsEverything 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 byElyseCanada
- From US$510 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 67 reviewsEverything was wonderful, the design is very tasteful, the staff is super on it and friendly, the food is good, the rooms are comfortable, everything is working well. It is kid friendly, but the kids aren't disturbing the others by the way of the layout. We had a great time!Guest review byNoemiUnited Kingdom
- From US$165 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 200 reviewsTruly beautiful place. The personnel was very attentive and the food delicious. They recomend and organise your activities in the area for you to have a full experience. Can only recommend.Guest review byAlba MendSpain
- From US$81 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 209 reviewsStaff were very attentive and friendly, pool area very nice, breakfast top quality and balcony perfect for a relax and read.Guest review byEdwardAustralia
- From US$1,000 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Superb - What previous guests thought, 103 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
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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