Best hotels in Lamu

Explore Lamu with 13 stays near iconic landmarks, luxury hotels, and top boutiques for the best shopping and dining

LAMU HOUSE
9.0 (45 reviews)

LAMU HOUSE ★★★★

📍 Kenyatta Road, Seafront, Lamu

"I badly needed quiet time off. I booked this last minute, taking some precious time out of work, and spending precious money, so that I could be able enjoy some peace in a new place, and to focus. What I found was the exact opposite. A wedding party is being hosted here, and it is very loud. (Upon checking in, I was advised that there'd be a dinner, but the level of disruption was not conveyed or conveyable). I was also later told by a manager that all the noise would end by 8:30pm - simply not the case. Furthermore, there is drilling in the property next door (so right behind my wall on the top floor) well beyond legal hours. I complained about this three times and have made the decision to move to another hotel, even if it means losing the money for the "best room" at the hotel. Very much not the described experience. Stay away if you want peace and are sensitive to noise. I've been completely unable to rest; I cannot even read and I'm sad of being robbed of precious time."

JamboHouse Lamu
9.5 (148 reviews)

JamboHouse Lamu ★★★

📍 PO Box 131, Lamu

"Amazing place to stay in Lamu! The rooms are big and very clean, the public sitting areas are beautiful and perfect to enjoy the cool breeze at the evening overlooking the town. The breakfast ist superb and sufficient - every day fresh fruits, juices and pancakes or omeletts. All the things worth seeing in Lamu as well as all the shops are in walking distance. For me most importanly: I really loved the spirit of this place! The best of all is the Host - he helps amazingly friendly with everything: booking trips, explaining ways to go to the beaches and information over the prises, pcr tests, booking flights, exchanging money, just everything! He organises free of cost pick up from the airport. He also gives a lot of useful information over all the good and important restaurants and cafes in Lamu with tips where they serve alcohol and where you can enjoy a vegetarian meal."

Stopover Guest House - Lamu Town
9.1 (1 reviews)

Stopover Guest House - Lamu Town ★★★

📍 PO Box 59 Lamu Town 00100, Lamu

The Red Pepper House
10 (6 reviews)

The Red Pepper House ★★★★

📍 Coconut Beach, Lamu

"If you travel solo this place is a haven!! Amazing staff, especially the manager. Very quiet, next to the beach. Amazing food (food included in your booking), you can also ask for activities outside the hotel and they can arrange for you. Good warm pool and they make good drinks. Reliable internet should you need to work. Very very comfortable rooms. I have been here every year from 2022 and I love it!"

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LAMU HOUSE ★★★★
"I badly needed quiet time off. I booked this last minute, taking some precious time out of work, and spending precious money, so that I could be able enjoy some peace in a new place, and to focus. What I found was the exact opposite. A wedding party is being hosted here, and it is very loud. (Upon checking in, I was advised that there'd be a dinner, but the level of disruption was not conveyed or conveyable). I was also later told by a manager that all the noise would end by 8:30pm - simply not the case. Furthermore, there is drilling in the property next door (so right behind my wall on the top floor) well beyond legal hours. I complained about this three times and have made the decision to move to another hotel, even if it meant losing the money for the "best room" at the hotel. (They refunded me for two days, but the charged day was very much not what I paid for.) Very much not the described experience. Stay away if you want peace and are sensitive to noise. I've been completely unable to rest; I cannot even read and I'm sad of being robbed of precious time. *ALSO* We were picked by a boat with NO LIFE JACKETS. I mentioned this at the desk during check-in and the response was nonchalant (as if known but I can't be sure), and the lady said they's look into it. No one should create the slightest chance for visitors to capsize or drown far away from home in the Lamu Archipelago. (The boat driver told me that no such event had happened and to not worry, so this seemed to not be a bother.)"
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2026-09-23
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JamboHouse Lamu ★★★
"Stayed at JamboHouse for 3 nights. Was picked up at the airport which made it super easy to catch a boat to Lamu! Greeted by Arnold who told me in detail about the range of tours, restaurants and areas to visit on Lamu which was very useful! The rooms were basic but clean with a safe box and two fans. Very comfortable to stay in and great location if you want to stay in Old town Lamu :) the outdoor seating area was lovely and clean Breakfast was great with juice, fruit, tea, coffee and a variety of eggs and toast. Went on the sunset walk with Zion the guide and it was lovely! Tried some coconut wine at the locals bar in the village on the way to the sand dunes and saw a lovely sunset. Would recommend to friends and family "
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2025-02-04
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The Red Pepper House ★★★★
"I absolutely enjoyed my stay at Red Pepper. My room was always Clean. The Food was very good and Fresh. I enjoyed a guided Lamu Town Tour and a sunset dhow cruise. The Staff managed by Joseph were so helpful and Professional. Many to Aisha and Kasena for the personalised Service and making sure I was always comfortable. Definitely coming back for a longer stay."
★★★★★
2025-06-09

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240V/Type G

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Exchange Rate

1 USD ≈ 129.91 KES

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Number of reviews

75

Total properties

13

Weekday Avg. Price

$79

Weekend Avg. Price

$79

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