Lamu Archipelago Accommodation

A luxury holiday in historic surroundings in a beautiful Island location. Excellent seafood is available, perfect beaches, fishing, and good watersports topped with a unique cultural heritage. Lamu is another pace of life and the perfect place to relax after a safari tour.

Forodhani House is situated right on Shela beach in Lamu Archipelago, off the east coast of Kenya. With 270° sea views and in authentic swahili style, Forodhani House is an elegant Holiday Home in a stunning location, constantly lulled by the lapping waves and a cool sea breeze.

This beautifully furnished three-bedroom house is spread over five floors, sleeping up to six guests. The particularly spacious lower floors form the communal living areas, while the bedrooms occupy both floors above. In addition, there are panoramic views of the village and the sea from the roof terrace at the very top.

This rock and roll house sits privately on three acres of lush garden between the white sands of the Indian Ocean and the dunes. It is one of Lamu's largest houses on one of Lamu's largest plots.

Beach house is a large, cool beachfront house set on the sandy beach of Lamu Island. Beach House can comfortably accommodate up to 12 people and boasts panoramic views of the whole Lamu Channel.

Petleys Inn is the oldest hotel in east Africa, dating back some 170 years. Accommodation is offered in 11 rooms and one penthouse, with features including a swimming pool, rooftop area and lounge.

Kaskazi is imaginatively designed and sits back from the beach. It offers wonderful sea views while surrounded by landscaped tropical gardens. The house consists of four towers around an elevated infinity pool.

With the beach on your doorstep, a multitude of shady, secluded spots to escape to and warm and welcoming staff to cater for your every need, Kusini is the perfect place to discover a new level of relaxation and luxury.

Sultan Studio Apartment is a prestigious antique Lamu house located in the heart of Lamu Island. It is over 100 years old and was sold and renovated six years ago. Officially opened as hotel in 2004, it is the ideal place for families, comprising four rooms and two duplex penthouses.

Wazi Dubu is the southern-most property on Kizingoni Beach. Its spacious, cool design and palm fringed position have made it a great favourite with family visitors and party groups alike.

Kiwayu is situated 40 km north of Lamu, off Kenya’s remote north coast. It nestles amongst sand dunes overlooking a sheltered lagoon and the Indian Ocean. Guests will experience tranquility and ultimate privacy.

The Majlis Resort is a privately owned luxury beach hotel offering the very best. With a superb beachfront location and breathtaking views over the Ras Kitau Bay and Shela Village, it offers 17 superbly-appointed air-conditioned suites.

The house dates from the 18th century and was originally built as a merchant’s house, although today it has modern upper floors. It is built in original Swahili style with typical furniture.

Traditional Swahili house, three bedrooms, two terraces, independent kitchen. Close to the sea. Can be rented as a self-catering, guesthouse or B and B. House-help and security guard on-site. Large secluded garden. Located between Lamu a town, which is 10 minutes’ walk, Shela village is 20 minutes.

The Betty’s Suite is located in Shela Village on Lamu Island, off the north-eastern coast of Kenya. The suite offers luxury accommodation for two people. All your needs will be attended to by the staff to ensure a relaxing holiday.

The Darini house is located in Lamu on Lamu Island off the north-eastern coast of Kenya. The house offers luxury accommodation for four people. All your needs will be attended to by the staff to ensure a relaxing holiday.

Subira is Swahili for 'patience' or 'waiting and enjoying peace', exactly what you’ll experience when staying in the lovely Subira House in Lamu. Subira House was built in an Arabian style with two open courtyards and beautiful gardens.

Mikes Camp is a Robinson Crusoe desert island-style lodge situated on Kiwayu Island which offers many activities and spectacular beaches with accommodation for up to 18 people.

This architecturally "edgy" house is like no other in Lamu. Honeymoon House is an eye-catching house standing on over two acres of waterfront land, and includes a dhow and a speedboat in the quoted price . Features also include a media room, Wi-Fi and iPads for guests' use.

Kilamawingu is a luxurious four-level oceanfront house that watches over the Indian Ocean from the top of one of Shela’s steepest slopes. Have fun exploring the funky design that extends from the swimming pool through the house to the beautiful garden.