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Stays In Kenya
Where To Stay In Lamu Island
10 places to sleep, from private houses and villas, boutique hotels and more.
10 places to sleep, from private houses and villas, boutique hotels and more.
A car-free island where dhows replace taxis and Swahili houses climb from the sea.
Below are 10 places to stay in Lamu Island, grouped by type. Each one links to Google Maps so you can see exactly where it sits. Rates change with the season and the room, so tell us your dates and we will quote the real price.
Stay in a restored Swahili house in Shela or Lamu Town. Arrive by short flight and boat, then leave the shoes at the door.
The whole house is yours, with your own chef, guide and vehicle. Perfect for families, friends and anyone who wants complete privacy.
A private house or villa near Shela, Lamu Island. A good fit for families and groups who want privacy and space.
A private house or villa near Kizingoni, Lamu Island. A good fit for families and groups who want privacy and space.
A private house or villa near Shela, Lamu Island. A good fit for families and groups who want privacy and space.
A private house or villa near Shela, Lamu Island. A good fit for families and groups who want privacy and space.
Small, stylish and well placed. Great for an arrival night, a city break or a day in the old town.
A boutique hotel near Shela, Lamu Island. A good fit for an easy arrival night or a beach stay with character.
A boutique hotel, Lamu Island. A good fit for an easy arrival night or a beach stay with character.
A boutique hotel, Lamu Island. A good fit for an easy arrival night or a beach stay with character.
A boutique hotel near Shela, Lamu Island. A good fit for an easy arrival night or a beach stay with character.
Solid walls, a pool and a bigger dining room. Easy, comfortable and a favourite for families and first-time visitors.
A lodge near Manda Island, Lamu Island. A good fit for families, first-timers and anyone who likes a pool.
A lodge near Kiongwe, Lamu Island. A good fit for families, first-timers and anyone who likes a pool.
Curious where everything sits? Open the map and explore the area before you choose.
Look at the lodges first, then ask about age rules, family rooms and a pool. Private houses give you the whole place.
Choose a small boutique hotel with a garden. Ask us to add a bush dinner or a surprise.
A private house means your own chef, guide and vehicle. We can manage the sleeping plan for every age.
Visit in the green season for lower rates and quieter stays. Green-season rates are the lowest.
We suggest 3 – 5 nights. That is long enough to settle in and make the most of the wildlife without rushing.
December – March, July – August. Green-season rates are lower, and the landscape is lusher.
Short flight from Nairobi or Mombasa. We arrange every transfer and flight for you.
Stay in a restored Swahili house in Shela or Lamu Town. Arrive by short flight and boat, then leave the shoes at the door.
Rates change with the season, the room and the length of stay, so we quote them for your exact dates rather than show a number that may be out of date.
Tell us your dates and who is travelling and we will suggest the right stay.
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