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Lamu, located in Lamu County, Kenya, is a captivating travel destination known for its rich history and cultural heritage. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lamu Town offers a unique blend of Swahili culture and architecture, making it an ideal spot for travelers seeking an authentic experience. Visitors can explore the narrow streets of the Old Town, which are lined with traditional Swahili houses and bustling markets.
For accommodation, Shela Village is a popular choice, offering stunning beachfront properties and a serene atmosphere. The town itself is home to several attractions, including the historic Lamu Fort and the Riyadha Mosque, which dates back to 1900. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby donkey sanctuary, a testament to the island's unique charm.
Whether you're exploring the vibrant local culture or relaxing by the Indian Ocean, Lamu promises an unforgettable stay.
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Hotel in Lamu · 0.16 mi from centre
8.0
1 review
With a stay at Jannataan Hotel in Lamu (Lamu Old Town), you'll be steps from Lamu Museum and 3 minutes by foot from German Post Office Museum. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Shela Beach and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Manda Beach.

Hotel in Lamu · 0.16 mi from centre
Breakfast available
With a stay at Lamu Palace Hotel in Lamu (Lamu Old Town), you'll be steps from Lamu Museum and German Post Office Museum. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Shela Beach and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Manda Beach.

Guesthouse in Lamu · 0.17 mi from centre
10.0
1 review
With a stay at Sea Shells Inn in Lamu (Lamu Old Town), you'll be steps from Lamu Museum and 3 minutes by foot from Lamu Fort. This guesthouse is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Shela Beach and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Manda Beach.

Apartment in Lamu · 0.17 mi from centre
Just a few steps from Lamu Museum and a 2-minute walk from Lamu Fort, Warda Apartment 2 Bedrooms features accommodations in Lamu with a private beach area. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free Wifi. The accommodation features full-day security, a mini-market, and currency exchange for guests.
The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a kettle, and 3 bathrooms with a shower and slippers. Guests can take in the views of the sea from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture.
Popular points of interest near the apartment include 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Gallery Baraka, and Riyadha Mosque.

Apartment in Lamu · 0.18 mi from centre
Rasma house offers accommodations in Lamu, a 7-minute walk from Riyadha Mosque. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a terrace. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Lamu Fort is a 6-minute walk away.
The apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a kettle, and 2 bathrooms with a bidet and slippers. A flat-screen TV is offered. The accommodation is non-smoking.
Popular points of interest near the apartment include Gallery Baraka, Lamu Museum, and 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

Bed and breakfast in Lamu · 0.19 mi from centre
8.3
3 reviews
Kivundoni House offers accommodations in Lamu, a 7-minute walk from Gallery Baraka and 0.4 miles from Riyadha Mosque.
Rooms include a private bathroom with a bath, while selected rooms also boast sea views. At the bed and breakfast, units include bed linen and towels.
Guests can also relax in the garden or on the sun terrace.
Popular points of interest near the bed and breakfast include 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Lamu Museum, and Lamu Fort.

Apartment in Lamu · 0.20 mi from centre
The air-conditioned accommodation is a 4-minute walk from Lamu Fort. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Lamu Museum is a few steps away.
Offering a balcony with sea views, this apartment also has a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a toaster, a fridge, and kitchenware, as well as 1 bathroom with a shower and slippers. The property offers city views.
Popular points of interest near Fatnaish sea front include 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Gallery Baraka, and Riyadha Mosque.

Guest house in Lamu · 0.20 mi from centre
7.0
1 review
Golden House offers accommodations in Lamu, a 6-minute walk from Riyadha Mosque. Free Wifi is available throughout the property, and Lamu Museum is a few steps away.
Popular points of interest near the guest house include 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Lamu Fort, and Gallery Baraka.

Apartment in Lamu · 0.20 mi from centre
Fatnaish 3 Bedroom Apartment Lamu offers accommodations in Lamu, a 3-minute walk from Riyadha Mosque. This apartment features air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Gallery Baraka is a few steps away.
The spacious apartment is composed of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is offered.
Popular points of interest near the apartment include Lamu Fort, Lamu Museum, and 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

Bed and breakfast in Lamu · 0.23 mi from centre
8.2
4 reviews
Breakfast available
Baytulkher is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Lamu near 18th Century Swahili House Museum. With pool views, this accommodation features a balcony and a swimming pool. The bed and breakfast offers sea views, a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi is available.
At the bed and breakfast, units are fitted with a desk. There's a fully equipped private bathroom with walk-in shower and free toiletries. At the bed and breakfast, the units come with bed linen and towels.
Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available.
For guests with children, Baytulkher provides an indoor play area. A bicycle rental service is available at the accommodation.
Popular points of interest near Baytulkher include Lamu Museum, Lamu Fort, and Gallery Baraka.

Apartment in Lamu · 0.26 mi from centre
8.0
23 reviews
Beytsalaam Apartments offers accommodations in Lamu, a 7-minute walk from Gallery Baraka and half a mile from Riyadha Mosque. When staying at the apartment, guests can use private entrance.
At the apartment complex, units come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kitchenette, a dining area, and a private bathroom with slippers, a shower, and free toiletries. Free Wifi is accessible to all guests, while some rooms also feature a terrace. At the apartment complex, every unit includes bed linen and towels.
Popular points of interest near Beytsalaam Apartments include 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Lamu Museum, and Lamu Fort.

Hotel in Lamu · 0.27 mi from centre
8.7
59 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Lamu and with 18th Century Swahili House Museum reachable within a 1-minute walk, LAMU HOUSE has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. The property provides free shuttle service, room service and currency exchange for guests.
At the hotel, all rooms include a desk. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, some rooms at LAMU HOUSE also have a city view. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge.
Breakfast is available, and includes à la carte, continental and American options.
At the accommodation guests are welcome to use an indoor swimming pool.
Staff speak English, Italian and Swahili at the 24-hour front desk.
Popular points of interest near LAMU HOUSE include Lamu Museum, Lamu Fort and Gallery Baraka.

Bed and breakfast in Lamu · 0.27 mi from centre
8.0
127 reviews
Breakfast available
Offering a garden and a shared lounge, Beytsalam in Lamu is close to 18th Century Swahili House Museum and Lamu Museum. Featuring sea and city views, this bed and breakfast also features free Wifi. The bed and breakfast also offers facilities for disabled guests.
All units at the bed and breakfast come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, bathrobes, and slippers. The rooms have a kettle, while some have a patio. At the bed and breakfast, the units have bed linen and towels.
Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a full English/Irish breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. During warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and eat on the private terrace.
Popular points of interest near Beytsalam include Lamu Fort, Gallery Baraka, and Riyadha Mosque.

Guest house in Lamu · 0.28 mi from centre
7.9
64 reviews
Pwani House - Lamu Seafront enjoys a location in Lamu, a 7-minute walk from Gallery Baraka and half a mile from Riyadha Mosque. Guests staying at this guest house have access to a balcony. The guest house features sea views, a terrace, and free Wifi is available throughout the property.
At the guest house, all units are equipped with a patio. At the guest house, every unit is equipped with air conditioning and a private bathroom.
The guest house also offers a plunge pool and an indoor pool for guests to relax in.
Popular points of interest near Pwani House - Lamu Seafront include 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Lamu Museum, and Lamu Fort.

Bed and breakfast in Lamu · 0.28 mi from centre
10.0
1 review
Yumbe House Garden enjoys a location in Lamu, a 9-minute walk from Gallery Baraka and 0.6 miles from Riyadha Mosque. With sea views, this accommodation features a terrace.
At the bed and breakfast, all units include a balcony. There's a private bathroom with bidet in every unit, along with bathrobes, slippers, and free toiletries. At the bed and breakfast, every unit is equipped with bed linen and towels.
An à la carte breakfast is available at the bed and breakfast.
Popular points of interest near Yumbe House Garden include 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Lamu Museum, and Lamu Fort.

Guest house in Lamu · 0.29 mi from centre
8.2
124 reviews
Providing garden views, a garden, and free Wifi, Samaki House is located in Lamu, a 2-minute walk from 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 400 yards from Lamu Museum. This guest house offers a shared lounge. The accommodation provides luggage storage space and bicycle parking for guests.
All units are equipped with a private bathroom and a shower, and certain units at the guest house have a terrace. At the guest house, all units include bed linen and towels.
Popular points of interest near the guest house include Lamu Fort, Gallery Baraka, and Riyadha Mosque.

Hotel in Lamu · 0.31 mi from centre
8.4
148 reviews
Breakfast available
Offering an outdoor pool, garden and a restaurant, Jannat House is located in Lamu Old Town. It is located a short walk away from the Waterfront and the Main Road. Free Wi-Fi access is available.
Decorated with wood-carved Swahili furniture, the rooms have a seating area and some of them have private balconies. The bathrooms also come with towels. Extras include linen and a fan.
Jannat House features several terraces for guests to relax. It also offers a garden, a bar and laundry facilities.

Apartment in Lamu · 0.33 mi from centre
The air-conditioned accommodation is a 6-minute walk from Lamu Fort. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Gallery Baraka is a 4-minute walk away.
The apartment is composed of 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is provided.
Popular points of interest near Fatnaish Sea Front Apartment include Lamu Museum, 18th Century Swahili House Museum, and Riyadha Mosque.

Apartment in Lamu · 0.33 mi from centre
Fatnaish Tamarind Apartment offers accommodations in Lamu, a 6-minute walk from Riyadha Mosque. With sea views, this accommodation features a balcony. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Gallery Baraka is a 4-minute walk away.
The air-conditioned apartment consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a toaster and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a bath and slippers. A flat-screen TV is available. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.
Popular points of interest near the apartment include Lamu Fort, Lamu Museum, and 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

Guesthouse in Lamu · 0.66 mi from centre
Breakfast available
When you stay at Pwani Guest House in Lamu, you'll be near the airport, you'll be a 2-minute drive from Shela Beach. This guesthouse is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Manda Beach.