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Cheap hotels in Lamu

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The best cheap hotels in Lamu

Check out our pick of great cheap hotels in Lamu

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
    From
    US$25
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews
    From
    US$135
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
    From
    US$50
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
    From
    US$35
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
    From
    US$50
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 216 reviews
    From
    US$156
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
    From
    US$59
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews
    From
    US$36
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
    From
    US$13
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews
    From
    US$83
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews
    From
    US$120
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews
    From
    US$12
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews
    From
    US$45
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews
    From
    US$86
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
    From
    US$85
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews
    From
    US$80
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
    From
    US$70
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews

Looking for a cheap hotel?

For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

Most booked cheap hotels in Lamu and surroundings in the past month

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Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 216 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews

Stay connected in Lamu and nearby. Cheap hotels with free WiFi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated in Lamu, 300 metres from Lamu Fort, 300 metres from Gallery Baraka and 500 metres from Lamu Museum, Roof Top House features accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

From US$24.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Roof Top House is situated in Lamu, 200 metres from Gallery Baraka, 300 metres from Lamu Museum, as well as 500 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

From US$15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

Featuring garden views, Jamala Guesthouse provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 200 metres from Lamu Museum.

From US$50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and views of garden, Baytulkher is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Lamu, 100 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

From US$60 per night

Beytsalam

Lamu
Free WiFi
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews

Set in Lamu, 200 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Beytsalam offers accommodation with a garden, free WiFi, a shared kitchen, and luggage storage space.

From US$85.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, mountain view and a terrace, Milimani Villa-Fully airconditioned Villa is set in Shela.

From US$315 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews

Located in Shela, 2 minutes' walk from Shela beach and a 10 minutes' boat ride from Lamu Town UNESCO Heritage Site, Msafini Hotel offers an outdoor pool and a restaurant.

From US$90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Situated 100 metres from Mnarani House, Star House 3 features accommodation in Shela. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Shela Beach is 300 metres away.

From US$180 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Lamu and nearby

La Joya Lamu

Shela
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Located in Shela, La Joya Lamu provides accommodation 500 metres from Shela Beach and 100 metres from Mnarani House. The units in the bed and breakfast are equipped with a kettle.

From US$59.50 per night

JamboHouse Lamu

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews

JamboHouse Lamu is set in Lamu, 300 metres from Gallery Baraka, 500 metres from Lamu Museum, and 500 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

From US$27.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Budget self-contained room on the GROUND FLOOR at JamboHouse Lamu, a property with a terrace, is situated in Lamu, 300 metres from Gallery Baraka, 400 metres from Lamu Museum, as well as 400 metres...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House features a balcony and is situated in Lamu, within just 300 metres of Gallery Baraka and 400 metres of Lamu Museum.

Subira House

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews

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.

Amu House

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews

Located within 200 metres of Lamu Fort and 200 metres of Lamu Museum in Lamu, Amu House provides accommodation with seating area.

From US$50 per night

Ttunu House

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Located in Lamu, 200 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Ttunu House offers accommodation with free WiFi, a terrace or a balcony and access to a garden and a year-round outdoor pool.

Andavelo House

Lamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

With sea views, Andavelo House is located in Lamu and has a restaurant, free shuttle service, bar, garden, sun terrace and year-round outdoor pool.

From US$96.30 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these cheap hotels in Lamu and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Ras Kitao Holiday Villa in Lamu features a terrace and a shared lounge. The property has sea and pool views, and is a few steps from Manda Beach.

From US$100 per night

Umma House

Lamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

Umma House has a terrace and is situated in Lamu, within just 400 metres of Lamu Museum and 500 metres of Lamu Fort. Guests staying at this villa have access to a balcony.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews

Swahili Dreams Apartments is set in Lamu, 200 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum, 400 metres from Lamu Museum, and 500 metres from Lamu Fort.

Samaki House

Lamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews

Providing garden views, a garden and free WiFi, Samaki House provides accommodation well located in Lamu, within a short distance of 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Lamu Museum and Lamu Fort.

From US$36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 216 reviews

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.

From US$165 per night

Gaba Gaba House

Lamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Gaba Gaba House in Lamu provides adults-only accommodation with a rooftop pool and a shared lounge. The property features inner courtyard and quiet street views, and is 400 metres from Manda Beach.

From US$135 per night

Jua House

Lamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews

Situated within 500 metres of Shela Beach and 200 metres of Mnarani House in Lamu, Jua House provides accommodation with seating area. The bed and breakfast features city views and a sun terrace.

From US$155 per night

Sai Shanti House

Lamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

Featuring accommodation with a balcony, Sai Shanti House is set in Lamu. The apartment, housed in a building dating from 2002, is 200 metres from the Mnarani House.

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Avg. price/night: US$27.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
The location is great, I chose this Hotel because it was the cheapest I found and I didn’t expect such a nice place. Great breakfast, nice rooftop and really nice owner
Guest review by
Ya.man.
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
Loved this place! Spotless, good food, great staff, authentic, breezy and bright room And best of all the location is smack bang in the middle of old Lamu- we loved it.
Guest review by
Sandra
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$27.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
One of the nicest accommodations in Kenya i have been so far. Arnold is a great host who has a lot of tips for Lamu. The place is very clean and ideally located in Lamu Town.
Guest review by
Tim
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
Subira House was perfect as a sole traveller and for an extended stay (10 days). Kiki, Paul, Mohammed and all the staff made me feel really welcome and I met so many lovely people through the social dinners and breakfasts. Breakfast was amazing and the location was ideal in the middle of the old town. Have already recommended to friends and will stay here whenever I'm back in Lamu
Guest review by
Molly
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$40.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews
The location is perfect to enjoy shela and lamu and the hotel is very clean Tom, the charger, is fantastic and the breakfast is very complete and yummy!!
Guest review by
Mónica
Group