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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 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 282 reviews
    From
    US$135
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
    From
    US$135
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
    From
    US$32
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
    From
    US$45
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
    From
    US$85
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews
    From
    US$105
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
    From
    US$141
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews
    From
    US$96
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
    From
    US$30
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
    From
    US$35
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
    From
    US$86
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
    From
    US$50
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 199 reviews
    From
    US$165
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
    From
    US$59
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews
    From
    US$36
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
    From
    US$61
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews
    From
    US$153
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
    From
    US$73
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
    From
    US$45
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 208 reviews
    From
    US$81
    1 night, 2 adults

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 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 203 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 282 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Lamu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 199 reviews

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

  • Roof Top House

    Lamu
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    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
  • Jamala Guesthouse

    Lamu
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

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

    From US$45 per night
  • Baytulkher

    Lamu
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

    Beytsalaam Apartments is set in Lamu, 200 metres from Lamu Museum, 400 metres from Lamu Fort, and 600 metres from Gallery Baraka.

    From US$75 per night
  • LAMU HOUSE

    Lamu
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

    Set in Lamu and with 18th Century Swahili House Museum reachable within 200 metres, LAMU HOUSE offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.

    From US$153 per night
  • Jannat House

    Lamu
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews

    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.

    From US$59 per night
  • Yumbe House Garden

    Lamu
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Boasting sea views, Yumbe House Garden features accommodation with terrace, around 300 metres from 18th Century Swahili House Museum. Guests staying at this bed and breakfast have access to a balcony.

    From US$29 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 72 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.

    From US$74 per night

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

    Situated within 200 metres of 18th Century Swahili House Museum and 200 metres of Lamu Museum, Pwani House - Lamu Seafront features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Lamu.

    From US$80 per night
  • Tashma

    Lamu
    Free WiFi
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.5
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Tashma features a balcony and is located in Lamu, within just 300 metres of Lamu Museum and 500 metres of Lamu Fort.

    From US$18 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$225 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 208 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$81 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 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$117 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

    Situated within 300 metres of Shela Beach and 200 metres of Mnarani House, Royal House Shela features rooms in Lamu. This 5-star hotel offers room service and free WiFi. The hotel has family rooms.

    From US$80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews

    Situated just 10 metres from the Lamu beachfront, Shella white house features a restaurant and a rooftop veranda with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.

    From US$45 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Lamu and nearby

  • La Joya Lamu

    Shela
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2 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$51 per night
  • Wildebeeste Lamu

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

    Offering a terrace and quiet street view, Wildebeeste Lamu is situated in Lamu, 300 metres from Lamu Fort and 300 metres from Gallery Baraka.

  • JamboHouse Lamu

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 130 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    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, 203 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.

  • Roof Top House

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    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
  • Ttunu House

    Lamu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 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.

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Cheap hotels that guests love in Lamu

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  • Avg. price/night: US$80
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews
    The location was ideal just next to the ocean the views in the morning and at sun set we just amazing. The property close proximity to tourists site and access to the other islands and beaches. The owner also upgraded our room at no cost which was very kind.
    Guest review by
    Samson
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 130 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, 203 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 130 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, 203 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$45
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 141 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