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Lamu House Hotel

4.0 star property
Lamu beach hotel with spa and beach shuttle

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Terrace/patio
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Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Indoor pool, 3 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Located in the heart of Lamu Old Town, Lamu House Hotel offers a sun-kissed retreat with 2 beach bars and a white sand beach. Enjoy surfing and windsurfing activities, then unwind at Moonrise Restaurant or indulge in a Swedish massage at Lamu House Spa.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and 2 beach bars
  • Full-service spa
  • 3 outdoor pools and indoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Free airport shuttle
  • 24-hour health club
  • Beach club nearby
  • Beach towels
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $133
$157 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 49 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite, Ocean View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Fan
Private bathroom
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, Pool View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite, Pool View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Fan
Private bathroom
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kenyatta Road, Lamu, 80500

What's nearby

  • Lamu Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lamu Fort - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • German Post Office Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Lamu (LAU-Manda) - 0.9 miles/1.5 km
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • Beach Bar
  • ‪Lamu Palace Hotel Restarant - ‬6 min walk
  • Seasuq
  • ‪Petley's Inn, Lamu - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hapa Hapa Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Lamu House Hotel

At Lamu House Hotel, you'll have access to onsite surfing/body boarding, windsurfing, and sailing. Guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in deep-tissue massages at the spa, and there's fun for everyone with the 3 outdoor pools and indoor pool. Moonrise Restaurant serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Art Deco hotel include 2 beach bars, a rooftop terrace, and a free airport shuttle.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Offsite

    • Beach shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • 2 beach bars
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (late night)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Sailing
  • Boat tours
  • Motor boating
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Windsurfing
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Winery release events
  • Fishing
  • Beach club nearby (surcharge)
  • Beach nearby
  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby health club
  • Snorkeling nearby

Working away

  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Mosquito nets
  • 24-hour health club
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • An indoor pool
  • Art gallery on site
  • Full-service spa
  • Lockers available
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Furnished patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Lamu House Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Moonrise Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

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

Optional extras

  • Beach shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

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.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Lamu House
Lamu House Hotel Lamu
Lamu House Hotel Hotel
Lamu House Hotel Hotel Lamu

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Lamu House Hotel?

Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Lamu House Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Lamu House Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Lamu House Hotel?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Lamu House Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Lamu House Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like sailing, windsurfing, and fishing. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools. Lamu House Hotel also has 2 beach bars, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour health club, as well as spa services, a picnic area, and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Lamu House Hotel?

Yes, Moonrise Restaurant offers local and international cuisine.

Does Lamu House Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished patio.

What's the area around Lamu House Hotel like?

Lamu House Hotel is in Lamu Old Town, a short 5-minute walk from Lamu Fort and 5 minutes' walk from German Post Office Museum.

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Lamu House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Waterfront
Islands
Location

What guests liked

  • The property features quiet and private pools, including some with private cabanas and balconies, offering a relaxing oasis experience. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Peaceful stay in the heart of Lamu town
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing view

One of the best places one can dream to stay
Fabrice, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Rebecca, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were lovely.
Karen, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and friendly personal. Spent twelve nights there and had a wonderful time!
Marco, 12-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Sumra, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Glyn, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
claire, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Camilla, 4-night trip

4/10 Fair

The money I paid not worth it but nice place
Willis, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Beautiful hotel but we got food poisoning

A very beautiful hotel but the service is lacking. We got food poisoning from the hotel restaurant which ruined our stay. Concierge was also hard to reach whilst we were sick and there isn’t that attention to care from front desk/concierge. They didn’t really seem to care about our stay given that the food was making us sick. My earrings also went missing in the hotel and the front desk (again) didn’t seem to care and wasn't helpful. The other staff members, however were nice and helpful.
4-night trip

4/10 Fair

Don’t stay here

No AC, limited responsiveness from Front desk, delayed airport pick up
2-night trip

2/10 Poor

There are so many flies and bugs in the room - it was just awful.
Lynda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
vicky, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This property was amazing. It was a unique and quiet oasis in the middle of Lamu Town. The distance to the beach was a bit far, but this was a minor problem as there area number of Bodas and Taxi boats nearby to help you get to the beach. The property allows you to give a sense of what Lamu is truly like while still being quiet enough to be able to rest and relax. There are also a number of quiet pools on the property where you can enjoy nearly private relaxation. Some rooms also have private cabanas and balconies, which I enjoyed. Overall, this was a great place to stay at a very reasonable price point. The staff was even more amazing and helped me feel comfortable. Food at the moonrise restaurant was also really nice. I highly recommend this place to experience Lamu town.
Andrew, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Dena, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Séjour agreable

6 jours au Lamu house agreables. Chambre supérieure avec balcon donnant sur le front de mer qui est incontestablement un plus. Chambre un peu petite mais ce n'est pas rédhibitoire. Grande moustiquaire mais un petit bemol, le plafond de la moustiquaire en coton annule l'effet du ventilateur. Grande douche, linge de toilette confortable, suffisamment d'espace pour installer les produits de toilette. Entrée un peu sombre. Neanmoins jolie deco, personnel souriant. Bon restaurant mais il faut etre patient. Bon établissement.
Bernadette, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic! I would go back again any other time
Francis, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

An amazing stay, as always!
Yasin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel, attentive staff, amazing pool. A great stay, highly recommended!
Yasin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place, at the waterfront and close to most cultural and heritage sites.
Hassan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic

Excellent property; the best in Lamu town. Beautiful pool area, and the restaurant has the best food in town as well. At checkin we were warmly welcomed, and upgraded to a superior suite on the rooftop. All around an amazing stay and highly recommend this property!
Jason, 2-night trip