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Wildebeeste Lamu

Lamu

Offering a terrace and quiet street view, Wildebeeste Lamu is situated in Lamu, 300 metres from Lamu Fort and 400 metres from Gallery Baraka.

Popular points of interest near the guest house include Lamu Museum, 18th Century Swahili House Museum and Riyadha Mosque. Lovely stay in lamu, traditional house set over multiple levels. Great views from the roof

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8.8
Fabulous
128 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Banana House and Wellness Centre

Lamu

All rooms at the guest house are fitted with a seating area. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, while some units at Banana House and Wellness Centre also boast a terrace. The position close to the beach , the staff were exceptional

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8.7
Fabulous
242 reviews
Price from
£66
per night

Pwani House - Lamu Seafront

Lamu

Situated 200 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Pwani House - Lamu Seafront offers an indoor pool, and air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. This guest house features accommodation with a patio. Rooms are fitted with a balcony with views of the sea. Great location on the waterfront in the old city, beautiful rooms, lovely rooftop patio.

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8.6
Fabulous
16 reviews
Price from
£64
per night

Mangrove House

Lamu

Facing the seafront on Manda Island, Mangrove House features a private beach area. Among the various facilities are barbecue facilities and a garden. Free WiFi is available and Gallery Baraka is 3.5 km away.

Guest rooms at the guest house are equipped with a seating area. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom with a solar powered hot shower. All guest rooms have a desk. Our stay on Manda’s side at Mangrove House was truly wonderful. The location is unmatched, the peace and quiet are absolute. The staff is wonderful and so is the owner, super attentive and ready to help and share. The house is right in front of Shela and Peponi hotel, just a short boat trip away. Would absolutely go back, and recommend it to everyone going to Lamu!

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8.1
Very good
24 reviews
Price from
£96
per night

Jamala Guesthouse

Lamu

Featuring a garden, Jamala Guesthouse is situated in Lamu in the Coast region, 43 metres from Lamu fort. Popular points of interest around the property include Old Jetty (Lamu) and Water well. Some units at the property have a balcony with a garden view. Jamala Guesthouse, nestled in the heart of Lamu Old Town, was an absolute delight for us first-time visitors to Lamu. It provided a unique opportunity to deeply immerse ourselves in the local culture and connect with the welcoming people. The early morning calls to prayer from the surrounding mosques, for instance, became an integral part of the immersive experience. It is located just a short walk from the boat jetty which is super convenient! The host, Baji, was not only highly responsive but also incredibly helpful. Right from the moment we made our booking, he was readily available to provide us with all the information we needed. Baji even arranged a boat pick-up for us and an enriching Old Town Tour with Abu, who was an absolute delight to be around. The rooms at Jamala were both spacious and well-equipped with all the essentials, making it excellent value for money. The breakfast was also nice and balanced, with the option of tea/coffee, bread, eggs and fruit. There is also a kitchen available complete with a fridge that is available for guests to use. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay at Jamala again! Thank you to the team for making our inaugural visit to Lamu very memorable!😊😊

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8.4
Very good
52 reviews
Price from
£23
per night

Amu House

Lamu

Providing a garden, a terrace and free WiFi, Amu House is a recently renovated guest house 200 metres from Lamu Fort and 200 metres from Lamu Museum. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation offers a balcony. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. AMU house is a beautiful old and carefully restaured historical house. And the terrace on the roof top is perfect for relaxing and reading. The right place when you prefer the authentic life of Lamu to the touristy places of Shela. Thank you, Mary and Hussein for your hospitality, for your time, for organizing a stunning sailing trip, and for our unforgettable walk on Manda Island.

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8.8
Fabulous
68 reviews
Price from
£28
per night

Samaki House

Lamu

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. The house is beautiful and it is the perfect place if you are looking for a private stay.

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7.8
Good
117 reviews
Price from
£26
per night

Al-reidy House

Lamu

Boasting quiet street views, Al-reidy House offers accommodation with terrace, around a few steps from Lamu Fort. This guest house features accommodation with a balcony. Riyadha Mosque is 300 metres from the guest house.

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8.8
Fabulous
4 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

Seafront House

Lamu

Featuring sea views, Seafront House provides accommodation with terrace, around 100 metres from Lamu Museum. Guests staying at this guest house have access to a balcony. Riyadha Mosque is 600 metres from the guest house.

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10
Exceptional
1 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Ras Kitao Holiday Villa

Lamu

At the guest house, all units are equipped with a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and slippers, units at the guest house also boast free WiFi. At the guest house, each unit includes bed linen and towels.

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7.5
Good
2 reviews
Price from
£61
per night

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FAQs about guest houses in Lamu

  • Couples travelling in Lamu loved staying at Wildebeeste Lamu, Amu House and Banana House and Wellness Centre.

  • Most guest houses on Booking.com offer free cancellation.

  • The average price per night for a guest house in Lamu for this weekend is £42, based on current Booking.com prices.

  • There are 15 guest houses in Lamu you can book on Booking.com.

  • Wildebeeste Lamu, Amu House and Banana House and Wellness Centre have received great reviews from guests in Lamu regarding the views from these guest houses

  • Wildebeeste Lamu, Banana House and Wellness Centre and Amu House are some popular guest houses in Lamu.

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  • Many families visiting Lamu loved staying at Mangrove House, Banana House and Wellness Centre and Amu House.

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