Best Luxury Hotels in Lamu
The 24 best luxury hotels in Lamu, ranked by Google rating and review count.
Whether it's a heritage hotel with colonial-era charm or a contemporary boutique with panoramic views, luxury accommodation in Kenya goes beyond thread counts. Expect personalised service, curated experiences, and locations that take your breath away.
Lamu Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of East Africa's oldest Swahili settlements. Donkey-filled lanes, dhow sailboats, and centuries-old architecture create a pace of life that feels untouched by modernity.
Among the highest-rated options, Kizingo, Wiyoni Royals Lamu and Jannah Lamu consistently earn top marks from visitors, with ratings of 4.9 stars or above. These standout venues are a great starting point for first-time visitors.
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Top Pick 2026Top Picks have a Google rating of 4.5 or higher from 200+ reviews and are still open. They are never paid for.Peponi Hotel Lamu - Kenya
The Majlis Hotel Lamu
Top Pick 2026Top Picks have a Google rating of 4.5 or higher from 200+ reviews and are still open. They are never paid for.Kijani Hotel
Kizingo
JamboHouse Lamu
Jua House
The Cabanas Lamu
The Red Pepper House
Subira House
Chuchungi House - The Safari Series Lamu
Lamu House Hotel
British Hotel Mpeketoni
Wiyoni Royals Lamu
Jannat House
Shela White House
The Majlis Restaurant
Jannah Lamu
Lamu Sunsail Hotel & Restaurant
Baytil Ajaib Boutique Hotel
Olympic Hotel Lamu
Beyt Salaam
Jannataan Hotel
Sea Shells Inn
Jannatan Hotel
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