Lamu

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Lamu
Lamu
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Where to stay in Lamu

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Lamu Old Town

You'll enjoy the parks and historic sites in Lamu Old Town. You might want to make time for a stop at Lamu Fort or Lamu Museum.

Lamu Old Town
Peponi Hotel
Peponi Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Shela Beach, Lamu, Lamu County
The price is ₩388,206 per night from May 15 to May 16
₩388,206
₩458,083 total
includes taxes & fees
May 15 - May 16
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Lamu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Old Mosque and Shela Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
"Exceeded my high expectations, very friendly and attentive team, great location, much more to do / team can organise than I had expected. I plan on staying longer next time"

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2025

Peponi Hotel
Lamu House Hotel
Lamu House Hotel
3 out of 5
Kenyatta Road, Lamu
The price is ₩232,380 per night from May 1 to May 2
₩232,380
₩274,209 total
includes taxes & fees
May 1 - May 2
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Lamu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Lamu Museum and Lamu Fort are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (56 reviews)
"Lamu House is a lovely historic hotel right on the harbor front - top floor bedrooms facing the water are the best with cooling breezes. The staff could not be friendlier and the restaurant is tasty and popular. If you want an authentic experience of Lamu the town, this is the place . It is not a ..."

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2025

Lamu House Hotel
Kijani Hotel
Kijani Hotel
3 out of 5
Off Corniche Path, Shela Village, PO Box 266, Lamu
The price is ₩256,978 per night from May 10 to May 11
₩256,978
₩303,235 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Lamu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Old Mosque and Shela Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (22 reviews)
Really recommended. Enter a different world!
"Lovely, helpful staff and a great location, right by the water where you look down on everyday life, dhows, donkeys and all. Quiet garden with pool and sunloungers. Excellent rooftop restaurant. 30 minute walk to Lamu or short boatride. Large, traditional rooms so don't expect TVs."

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2025

Kijani Hotel
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Wellness Kibanda
Wellness Kibanda
2 out of 5
Shella Village, Lamu, Lamu County
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Lamu. Enjoy a full-service spa, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Old Mosque and Shela Beach are ...
Wellness Kibanda
Amani House 5 Bedrooms Sleeps 10
Amani House 5 Bedrooms Sleeps 10
2 out of 5
Manda Island
Stay at this vacation home in Manda Island. Popular attractions Old Mosque and Manda Beach are located nearby.
Amani House 5 Bedrooms Sleeps 10
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Shela Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Shela Beach during your travels in Lamu? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Shela Beach

Lamu Fort

You can learn about the history of Lamu with a trip to Lamu Fort. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Lamu Fort

Lamu Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Lamu Museum during your trip to Lamu. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Lamu Museum

Reviews of Lamu

4.7
Top Destination
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4/5 - Good

Jeff

We enjoyed Lamu, views are lovely, you can take a dhow to Shela which is pretty, there is shopping (clothes & souvenirs). Donkeys are quaint but they do leave droppings everywhere. Street hustlers can be annoying, but if you are firm they give up.

5/5 - Excellent

Gulfem

Beautiful island with different villages and coasts to visit and relax. Locals are very nice and friendly. We felt very safe here; staying in the Sheela Village. However; the Lamu village center should be visited with a guide during the day.