Best Budget-Friendly Hotels in Lamu Island
Handpicked budget-friendly hotels in Lamu Island, Kenya. Curated selection of 21 top properties.
Best Budget-Friendly Hotels in Lamu Island
We've carefully selected the finest budget-friendly hotels in Lamu Island based on guest ratings, facilities, and overall experience. Whether you're visiting Lamu Island for a special occasion, a family holiday, or a relaxing getaway, these handpicked properties offer exceptional quality and service.
Each hotel in this collection has been chosen for its outstanding budget-friendly credentials â from premium amenities and exceptional service to prime locations and unique character. Browse our curated selection below and find your perfect budget-friendly stay in Lamu Island.
Shella White House
Samaki House
Moroco House
Mangrove House
Facing the seafront on Manda Island, Mangrove House features a private beach area. Among the various facilities are barbecue facilities and a garden. Free WiFi is available and Gallery Baraka is 3.5 km away. Guest rooms at the guest house are equipped with a seating area. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom with a solar powered hot shower. All guest rooms have a desk. A continental or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Mangrove House offers a terrace. Hiking is among the activities that guests can enjoy near the accommodation. Popular points of interest near Mangrove House include Beach, Peponi Hotel, Jetty, Peponi Hotel - Start of ferry trip to Lamu Town and Yoga House. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform Mangrove House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. The property accepts payment via credit card. Managed by a private host
Lamu Palace
Lamu Palace Hotel has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Lamu. Located around 600 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum, the hotel is also 400 metres away from Riyadha Mosque. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. A Full English/Irish breakfast is available each morning at the hotel. Popular points of interest near Lamu Palace Hotel include Gallery Baraka, Lamu Fort and Lamu Museum.
Lajoya House
Jua House
Featuring a terrace and free WiFi, Jua House features accommodation attractively situated in Lamu, within a short distance of Manda Beach, Shela Beach and Mnarani House. There is a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries in each unit, along with a hairdryer. A vegetarian breakfast is available each morning at the bed and breakfast. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Jannat House
Offering an outdoor pool, garden and a restaurant, Jannat House is located in Lamu Old Town. It is situated a short walk away from the Waterfront and the Main Road. Free Wi-Fi access is available. Decorated with wood-carved Swahili furniture, the rooms have a seating area and some of them have private balconies. The bathrooms also come with towels. Extras include linen and a fan. Jannat House features several terraces for guests to relax. It also offers a garden, a bar and laundry facilities.
Jambo House
Situated in Lamu, near Lamu Fort, Gallery Baraka and Lamu Museum, JamboHouse Lamu features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a terrace. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the bed and breakfast. 18th Century Swahili House Museum is 500 metres from JamboHouse Lamu, while Riyadha Mosque is 600 metres from the property. Please inform JamboHouse Lamu in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please let us know if you are coming to Lamu by bus (which Bus Company & departure time from Mombasa or Malindi) or by plane (which airline & arrival time) so that we can wait for you at the jetty in Mokowe or Lamu or at Manda Airport. Guests only have to pay boat fare for themselves and if they need help with their luggage otherwise we dont charge anything for pick up.
Jamala Guesthouse
Deuli House
Beytul Habaib
Banana House & Wellness Centre
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Banana House and Wellness Centre is located in Shela village, Lamu 2.7 km from Gallery Baraka. The property is set 2.8 km from Lamu Fort. The property features garden and sea views, a barbecue, and free WiFi is available. All rooms at the guest house are fitted with a seating area. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, while some units at Banana House and Wellness Centre also boast a terrace. A continental breakfast is served every morning at the property. Staff at the 24-hour front desk speak German, English and French. Lamu Museum is 3 km from the accommodation. Please inform Banana House and Wellness Centre in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Andavelo House
Msafini
The 1.5-star Msafini Hotel offers comfort and convenience whether you're on business or holiday in Lamu. The hotel has everything you need for a comfortable stay. All the necessary facilities, including luggage storage, Wi-Fi in public areas, room service, airport transfer, babysitting, are at hand. Comfortable guestrooms ensure a good night's sleep with some rooms featuring facilities such as non smoking rooms, air conditioning, heating, desk, mini bar. The hotel's peaceful atmosphere extends to its recreational facilities which include private beach, fitness center, outdoor pool, massage, garden. Friendly staff, great facilities and close proximity to all that Lamu has to offer are three great reasons you should stay at Msafini Hotel.
Sweet Banana House
HeadLine : Near Old MosqueLocation : With a stay at Sweet Banana House in Lamu, you ll be within a 10-minute walk of Old Mosque and Shela Beach. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Manda Beach.Rooms : Make yourself at home in one of the 45 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.Dining : Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.CheckIn Instructions : Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policyGovernment-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental chargesSpecial requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteedThis property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Special Instructions : This property doesn t offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Sea Shells Inn
Msafini Hotel
Set in a prime location of Lamu, Msafini Hotel puts everything the city has to offer just outside your doorstep. The hotel offers a wide range of amenities and perks to ensure you have a great time. Safety deposit boxes, concierge, room service, dry cleaning, airport transfer are there for guest''s enjoyment. Hair dryer, mini bar, desk, in room safe, non smoking rooms can be found in selected guestrooms. Take a break from a long day and make use of garden, massage, water sports (non-motorized), outdoor pool, private beach. No matter what your reasons are for visiting Lamu, Msafini Hotel will make you feel instantly at home.
Kizingo
Situated along the sandy Kizingo Beach on Lamu Island, Kizingo offers thatched-roof chalets with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. Guests can go swimming with wild dolphins and help with turtle conservation. The spacious chalets feature a veranda with a swing bed, as well as indoor seating. The en suite bathrooms are equipped with a shower. From November to April, guests have the opportunity to swim with wild dolphins. They can also go snorkelling, or enjoy a massage. The lodge has dining room and bar, which serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and afternoon tea. Kizingo is situated 14 km by boat from Lamu Town and from Manda Airport. Shela Village is 15 km away by boat. Please note that there are no cars or roads on Lamu Island. The hotel can arrange a boat transfer to and from Manda Airstrip Lamu for USD 40 per boat, return. The property offers 1GB free per stay or guests can purchase extra 5GB at $5.