Title: North Kenya Coast Travel Guide: Best of North Kenya Coast, Kenya Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in North Kenya Coast](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Kenya-Coast-Hotels.d6198905.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in North Kenya Coast](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Kenya-Coast-Holiday-Rentals.d6198905.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to North Kenya Coast](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-North-Kenya-Coast.d6198905.Travel-Guide-Flights)[North Kenya Coast Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-North-Kenya-Coast.d6198905.Car-Hire-Guide)[North Kenya Coast Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Kenya-Coast.d6198905.Holidays-City-Breaks) # North Kenya Coast Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Manda Island is a secluded island off the coast of Lamu, Kenya. The perfect place to relax and spend wonderful afternoons enjoying the cool ocean breeze while lounging on these bed swings.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000449858/5f333849-5e1e-4c35-82d4-bb51ce0eeb56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Manda Island is a secluded island off the coast of Lamu, Kenya. The perfect place to relax and spend wonderful afternoons enjoying the cool ocean breeze while lounging on these bed swings.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000449858/5f333849-5e1e-4c35-82d4-bb51ce0eeb56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![It is also possible to walk above/through the mangrove forests on some wooden bridges that have been built.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000449858/4329569a-0e8f-46a5-b3fa-da3fcc1d56f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#TroveOn Conch shell outside our banda were you can wash your feet before entering.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2009/7241ee76-777f-4d25-8c78-70d88afb4c15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#BeachTips - Manda Island is in Lamu Province in Kenya across the harbour from the UNESCO World Heritage site of Lamu Town. To get to Manda Island, you land on an airstrip and have to take a boat to Diamond Beach Village. The boat pulls up onto this beach and you grab your bag and head off to your personal grass hut. Because this beach is almost on the Equator, the sand is boiling hot! You cannot walk across the sand in barefeet; you need to wear sandals. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635125786549/8f3d1426-923e-4ea7-8617-22a02187706b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit North Kenya Coast Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in North Kenya Coast ![Lamu old town waterfront, Kenya, UNESCO World Heritage site](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532481959/10c81b8d-e04b-4006-87d2-52f5ca0fe51a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lamu Old Town You'll enjoy the parks and historical sites in Lamu Old Town. You might want to make time for a stop at Lamu Fort or Lamu Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lamu-Lamu-Old-Town.dx553248621532481959) - Top hotels in North Kenya Coast - Top Holiday Rentals in North Kenya Coast ![Lamu House Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17960000/17956000/17955978/5900a430_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lamu House Hotel Kenyatta Road Lamu Fully refundable £120 27 Feb - 28 Feb 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! (68 reviews) . Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026&selected=17955978&PinnedHotelID=17955978&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6198905) ![The Majlis Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23050000/23044100/23044093/883621ef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Majlis Hotel Ras Kitau Bay Manda Island £439 10 Feb - 11 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Manda Island. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Manda Beach and Shela Beach are located ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (16 reviews) The sushi restauranr can do better Reviewed on 25 Aug 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=23044093&PinnedHotelID=23044093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6198905) ![Peponi Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46530000/46522700/46522668/b6682e9b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Peponi Hotel Shela Beach Lamu Lamu County Stay at this beach hotel in Lamu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Shela Beach and Manda Beach are located nearby. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews) Love the place Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=46522668&PinnedHotelID=46522668&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6198905) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=46522668&PinnedHotelID=46522668&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6198905) [See all 57 properties in North Kenya Coast](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F01%2F2026&endDate=29%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6198905) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Luxury beachfront holiday house, pool garden all sea views, Forodhani House Lamu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34880000/34871900/34871870/2f4d1bd2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Luxury beachfront holiday house, pool garden all sea views, Forodhani House Lamu Lamu Stay at this beach villa in Lamu. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Shela Beach and Manda Beach are located ... Pristine Home, Perfect Relaxation! Every bedroom, gathering space, and lounging area throughout the house (inside and out) is comfortably appointed and thoughtfully designed. The staff of the house are warm, inviting, and exceptionally professional. We loved the location along the water - close access for beach walks and shopping, ... Reviewed on 27 Jul 2022 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lamu-Hotels-Luxury-Beachfront-Holiday-House.h34871870.Hotel-Information) ![Jannah Suites stunning Penthouse apartment with, AC and incredible views Shela](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117380000/117378700/117378697/e1fb01f1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Jannah Suites stunning Penthouse apartment with, AC and incredible views Shela Shela Lamu County Stay at this apartment in Lamu. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Shela Beach and Manda Beach are located nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lamu-Hotels-Jannah-Suites-Stunning-Penthouse-Apartment-With.h117378697.Hotel-Information) ![Shanti Beach House - Lamu - Kenya](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105670000/105665800/105665711/1b093620_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shanti Beach House - Lamu - Kenya Lamu County Lamu County Stay at this beach holiday home in Manda Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Popular attractions Manda Beach and Shela Beach are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (1 review) Paradise An amazing peaceful place. We spent 2 nights here just enjoying doing nothing except swimming, sunset walks along the beach and watching the birds and other animals. Reviewed on 10 May 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manda-Island-Hotels-Shanti-Beach-House-Lamu-Kenya.h105665711.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in North Kenya Coast](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6198905&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check North Kenya Coast hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6198905&startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28)[27 Jan - 28 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6198905&startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6198905&startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29)[28 Jan - 29 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6198905&startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6198905&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026)[30 Jan - 1 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6198905&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6198905&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026)[6 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6198905&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Shela Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Shela Beach during your travels in Lamu? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shela-Beach-Lamu.d6101806.Attraction) #### Lamu Fort 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lamu-Fort-Lamu-Old-Town.d6101808.Attraction) #### Manda Beach If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Manda Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Manda Island. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manda-Beach-Manda-Island.d6101812.Attraction) #### Lamu Museum You can spend time studying the exhibits at Lamu Museum during your trip to Lamu. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lamu-Museum-Lamu.d553248621532405257.Attraction) #### Takwa Ruins You can find out about the history of Manda Island with a trip to Takwa Ruins. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Takwa-Ruins-Manda-Island.d553248635998061929.Attraction) #### German Post Office Museum You can spend time exploring the galleries in German Post Office Museum during your travels in Lamu. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/German-Post-Office-Museum-Lamu-Old-Town.d553248621532405256.Attraction) ## Cities near North Kenya Coast ![View of two dhow boats with billowing sails glide along the tranquil river, framed by a lush green mangrove forest under a soft, overcast sky, Lamu, Kenya.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1978/ca660d2c-400e-4d5f-88b1-687bb6817061.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kiwayu ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2009/7c1daed8-d221-4712-987f-52c386823d8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lamu ![Manda Island is a secluded island off the coast of Lamu, Kenya. The perfect place to relax and spend wonderful afternoons enjoying the cool ocean breeze while lounging on these bed swings.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000449858/5f333849-5e1e-4c35-82d4-bb51ce0eeb56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Manda Island ![Manda Island is a secluded island off the coast of Lamu, Kenya. The perfect place to relax and spend wonderful afternoons enjoying the cool ocean breeze while lounging on these bed swings.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000449858/5f333849-5e1e-4c35-82d4-bb51ce0eeb56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Manda Island - Cities near North Kenya Coast - Places of interest [Kiwayu](https://expedia.co.uk/Kiwayu.dx1978)[Lamu](https://expedia.co.uk/Lamu.dx2009)[Matondoni](https://expedia.co.uk/Matondoni.dx3000001039)[Kipini](https://expedia.co.uk/Kipini.dx3000379938)[Manda Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Manda-Island.dx3000449858)[Manda Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Manda-Island.dx634879081538314240) - [Shela Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Shela-Beach-Lamu.d6101806.Attraction) - [Lamu Fort ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lamu-Fort-Lamu-Old-Town.d6101808.Attraction) - [Mambrui Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mambrui-Beach-Malindi.d553248622006901812.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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