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A wooden balcony with a thatched roof overlooking a calm sea. There are two wicker chairs with cushions. - Lamu House Hotel (Lamu)
A hallway with a wooden table, a lamp, and a decorative star on the ceiling. - Lamu House Hotel (Lamu)
A bedroom with a bed, a canopy, a view of the sea, and a balcony with shutters. - Lamu House Hotel (Lamu)
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A pool area with a thatched-roof structure, surrounded by potted plants and lounge chairs. - Lamu House Hotel (Lamu)
Luxury
4.0 star property
9.0

Wonderful

Upscale family-friendly hotel in the city center

At Lamu House Hotel, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and 2 beach bars. With a beach shuttle, sailing, and motor boating, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage at Lamu House Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Moonrise Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy the 24-hour health club, as well as activities like surfing/body boarding, windsurfing, and fishing. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a poolside bar and a free daily manager's reception.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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A room with two beds, a lamp, and a ceiling fan.

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Two boats with sails in a calm body of water, viewed through an arched window.

Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a canopy, a view of the sea, and a balcony with shutters.

Junior Suite, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A rooftop pool area with a small pool, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

Junior Suite, Pool View

  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the sea.

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Ocean View

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a window with a wooden frame.

Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a window with a wooden frame.

Junior Suite, Pool View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Lamu Old Town, a neighborhood in Lamu, Lamu House Hotel is in the suburbs and near the beach. Lamu Museum and German Post Office Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Lamu Fort and Takwa Ruins. With snorkeling and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Lamu travel guide
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Kenyatta Road, Lamu, 80500

What's nearby

  • Lamu Museum
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Lamu Fort
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • German Post Office Museum
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Riyadha Mosque & Islamic Heritage Centre
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Restaurants

  • Moonrise Restaurant
    3 min walk
  • Seafront Café
    4 min walk
  • Mr & Mrs Parlour
  • Seasuq
  • Sunsail Hotel & Restaurant
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Moonrise Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Art gallery
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Motor boating
  • Sailing
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Windsurfing
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 48 hours of booking the reservation.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Lamu House Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, 3 outdoor pools, and a children's pool.

Is Lamu House Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lamu House Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Lamu House Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Lamu House Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Lamu House Hotel located?

This family-friendly Lamu hotel is located near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Lamu Museum, German Post Office Museum, and Lamu Fort. Shela Beach and Riyadha Mosque & Islamic Heritage Centre are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Lamu House Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 82 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good, good staff, good tour guide linked to the house. All around a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Staff was great - especially the in house tour guide, Abu!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay the place is charming and well maintained and great staff. Can’t wait to be back with my family
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely room overlooking the waterfront. Excellent restaurant and overall a great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff, awesome breakfast! Good location for walking in Old Town Lamu, nice pools
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Peaceful stay in the heart of Lamu town
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was fabulous. The owner went out of his way to assist, answer all questions and gave suggestions of best restaurants to visit. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and friendly personal. Spent twelve nights there and had a wonderful time!
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great stay!

Had a wonderful stay, staff were very friendly and the breakfast was delicious. One thing to bear in mind is that this location is in the town centre and not near Shella beach - it's either a 40 mins walk or a 15 minute boat ride. There is also no aircon on the island so it's just fans.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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 luxury resort type establishment like the ones out of town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Oasis in Lamu Old Town

We loved the Lamu House hotel. The location was excellent and service wonderful. Not for people who can’t handle stairs however and may not be suitable for very young children but for us it was perfect. The restaurant was great too. Service was slower sometimes but it didn’t matter. Food was delicious. We loved the pool with the fragrant frangipani trees over it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Would come back over and over again! The location is ideal, the building is gorgeous with incredible history. Be sure to enjoy the pool, and consider having a private meal in the back of the hotel. The price of our stay included a large bathroom, spacious sleeping area and lovely balcony. The sun poured in at sunrise, which was a beautiful way to wake up; it wasn't too loud at night. The price also included transfers to/and from the airport, which alone makes the trip much easier to navigate when arriving at the airport and also included breakfast, which was delicious. We had dinner at the restaurant, which was also fantastic. Yuri, the manager was helpful, the staff was courteous and welcoming. Be sure to take a tour with Abu and purchase some of his art. I will be sure to stay here when returning to Lamu. Can not recommend enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very friendly, charming hotel

This is a lovely hotel if one accepts the lack of a/c. During the day, with shutters and doors open to the sea breeze, it is quite comfortable, but I found it oppressively hot to sleep. The manager, Esther, is simply terrific, and everyone is extremely friendly. My room was lovely, with a private courtyard leading to the small swimming pool. There is a good restaurant and a good b'fast. You need to decide whether to stay in Lamu Town (where this hotel is) or Shela. The latter is a bit more Westernized. There are no cars on the island, so you go up and down the coast via water taxi, for which you wade into the water up to your ankles. Bring sandals you are willing to get wet.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent, especially the coffee and eggs. Staff very helpful and responsive. Beautiful room with views of the water. Swimming pool nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing view

One of the best places one can dream to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Family-friendly and amazing staff ! We felt at home every day during our 2-weeks stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Staff were lovely.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Most guests have to pay to go to another hotel to sit by the pool as only room for around 6 at peponi pool
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend staying at the hotel. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The room and the hotel itself is very beautiful. The location is also really good as it is right on the waterfront.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff, the architecture of the place, the view from the rooms into the channel, all these and more ensured I was able to completely unwind
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The money I paid not worth it but nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t stay here

No AC, limited responsiveness from Front desk, delayed airport pick up
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gem of a boutique hotel.

What a gem of a boutique hotel. Quiet &safe. My top floor, seaview room had 2 balconies was very large & had a 4 poster mosquito netted king size bed. I left my balcony doors open at night. Only heard one mosquito. Giant walk in shower with benches in the bathroom, and an on sute masseuse. Staff was so nice. They recommended a wonderful tour guide, Abu Said who was very informative. As a very mature solo woman traveler, I felt very safe in this hotel & recommend it highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A haven of tranquility in noisy, dirty Lamu (which I love by the way). The Moonlight restaurant is a fine place to sit and have a quiet drink or meal under the shady flame tree; the pool a welcome place to cool off after the heat of the day. All very attractive in the old courtyard. The rooms a simple, but clean, furnished in traditional Swahili style. The staff, especially Esther on front desk, extremely helpful, arranging expeditions, finding old friends etc. Strongly recommend if you are staying in Lamu town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022