Best Luxury Hotels in Lamu Island
Handpicked luxury hotels in Lamu Island, Kenya. Curated selection of 8 top properties.
Best Luxury Hotels in Lamu Island
We've carefully selected the finest luxury 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 luxury credentials â from premium amenities and exceptional service to prime locations and unique character. Browse our curated selection below and find your perfect luxury stay in Lamu Island.
Subira House
This historical Arabian-style building is located in the UNESCO-listed town of Lamu. It is less than 300 metres from the seafront and 3 km from the white sandy beach. The bright rooms at Subira House have either a patio or a balcony and some have sea views and free Wi-Fi. Every room has a fan, a seating area, and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a free buffet breakfast each day at the restaurant. The restaurant serves a range of healthy organic cuisine, with packed lunches and room service available upon request. This eco-friendly property has a library and a garden with sunny terrace, and offers massages and babysitting services. Activities in the area include diving, hiking, and canoeing. The Lamu Airport is less than 3 km from the property, but can only be accessed by boat. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform Subira 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. Please note that the island of Lamu is only accessible by boat. Flights arrive at Lamu Airport on Manda Island and buses arrive at Mokowe. In order for Subira House to arrange boat transport, please inform them in advance of your flight or bus arrival details. Associated costs must be paid in advance. Contact details are provided in the booking confirmation email.
Diamond Beach Village
Diamond Beach Village offers traditional Swahili thatched roof huts located directly on a private beach. Each has a furnished patio with views of the Indian Ocean. It features an open-air restaurant and bar. Simply furnished chalets provide a mosquito net and solar powered lighting. The private bathroom has a shower, washbasin and toilet. Swahili or international cuisine is prepared from local ingredients such as fruits, fresh seafood and Kenyan coffee. Cocktails can be enjoyed on the terrace or on bar stools or couches at Blue Moon Bar. Guests can relax while reading a book from the library or with a massage or yoga lesson. Snorkelling, windsurfing and sailing safaris can be enjoyed around Manda or Lamu Island. Manda-Lamu Airport is 4 km away. 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. Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Fatumas Tower
HeadLine : Near Old MosqueLocation : Located in Lamu, Fatuma s Tower Guest House is near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Old Mosque and Shela Beach. This guesthouse is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Takwa Ruins.Rooms : Make yourself at home in one of the 12 guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.Dining : At Fatuma s Tower Guest House, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.CheckIn Instructions : 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 No onsite parking is available This property accepts credit cardsSpecial Instructions : There is no front desk at this property. If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation.
Kipungani Explorer
This lovely hotel is situated in Malindi City. Pets are not allowed at this hotel.
Kiwayu Safari Village
This lovely hotel is set in Nairobi. No pets are allowed on the premises.
Peponi
HeadLine : Near Old MosqueLocation : When you stay at Peponi Hotel in Lamu, you ll be on the beach, just steps from Old Mosque and Shela Beach. This beach hotel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Manda Beach.Rooms : Make yourself at home in one of the 28 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily.Dining : Grab a bite to eat at Restaurant, one of the hotel s many dining establishments, which include 3 restaurants and 3 coffee shops/cafes. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 3 bars/lounges. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.Renovations : The property is closed between April 21 and July 1.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 offers transfers from the airport. Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
The Red Pepper House
HeadLine : Near Lamu MuseumLocation : When you stay at The Red Pepper House in Lamu, you ll be near the beach and 13 minutes by foot from Lamu Museum. This beach lodge is within close proximity of Lamu Fort and German Post Office Museum.Rooms : Make yourself at home in one of the 5 guestrooms. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.Dining : Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the lodge s room service (during limited hours). 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 Special Instructions : The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.