Lamu Old Town Travel Guide

Lamu

A coastal village with traditional thatched-roof houses, a large wooden boat, and palm trees.
A coastal village with thatched-roof houses, a large anchored boat, and palm trees.
A coastal town with buildings along the waterfront, boats docked, and a clear sky.

Stay near popular Lamu Old Town attractions

Lamu Fort

8.8/10 (9 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Lamu with a stop at Lamu Fort. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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Things to do

Lamu: Old Town Walking Tour with Local Guide

Lamu: Old Town Walking Tour with Local Guide

£30
per adult
Lamu: Old Town Walking Tour with Local Guide
Lamu Old Town : Walking Tour to Kenya’s Living Heritage

Lamu Old Town : Walking Tour to Kenya’s Living Heritage

£19
per adult
Lamu Old Town : Walking Tour to Kenya’s Living Heritage
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Top hotels in Lamu Old Town

Lamu House Hotel

Lamu House Hotel

4 out of 5
Kenyatta Road Lamu
The price is £122 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£122
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Lamu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Lamu Museum and Lamu Fort are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (83 reviews)
"I loved Lamu House. It’s such a rich, beautiful place to stay. I truly appreciated all the hospitality from the staff. I felt very safe staying here. Beautiful views, great staff and convenient location."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Lamu House Hotel
Jambo House lamu

Jambo House lamu

3 out of 5
lamu fort Lamu Lamu County
The price is £50 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£50
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lamu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Lamu Fort and German Post Office Museum are located ...
Jambo House lamu
Lamu Sunsail Hotel

Lamu Sunsail Hotel

3 out of 5
Kenyatta Road Lamu
The price is £23 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
£23
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lamu. Enjoy free breakfast, a rooftop terrace and a conference centre. Popular attractions Lamu Museum and Lamu Fort ...
4/10 (3 reviews)
Tourist TRAP do not stay here
"Wildly overpriced tourist trap, charging DOUBLE what newer places with pools charge on the same street. stay at Petley’s instead— and book on arrival, not in advance."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2021

Lamu Sunsail Hotel
New Mahrus Hotel & Rooftop Restaurant

New Mahrus Hotel & Rooftop Restaurant

2 out of 5
Kenyatta Road, Lamu Lamu Lamu County
Stay at this hotel in Lamu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Lamu Fort and German Post Office Museum are ...
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New Mahrus Hotel & Rooftop Restaurant
Jannat House Lamu

Jannat House Lamu

3 out of 5
off kenyatta Road Lamu Lamu County
The price is £79 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£79
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lamu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Lamu Museum and Lamu Fort are located nearby.
Jannat House Lamu
Jannataan Hotel

Jannataan Hotel

3 out of 5
Corniche Path Lamu Lamu County
The price is £49 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£49
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lamu. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Lamu Museum and Lamu Fort are located ...
6/10 (2 reviews)
"The owner of the Hotel pretended not to have any business relations with this site. Even though i have paid the full amount, they charged me more and i had to pay them directly, in order to have my room. Confrontation and a stressful experience, with not much support from the management staff. Hotel ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Jannataan Hotel
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