You'll soon learn why this Lamu historic district is visited by many travelers. If you're looking for other things to keep you busy, Shela Beach, Manda Beach, and Lamu Fort are in the area too. They won't take very long to reach from Lamu Old Town.
Visit Lamu Old Town
Popular places to visit
Lamu Fort
You can learn about the history of Lamu with a trip to Lamu Fort. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
German Post Office Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in German Post Office Museum in Lamu. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Lamu Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Lamu Museum during your trip to Lamu. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Lamu Old Town Hotel Deals

Lamu House Hotel
Kenyatta Road, Lamu
$104 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$128 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Lamu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Lamu Museum and Lamu Fort are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (58 reviews)
Gem of a boutique hotel.
"What a gem of a boutique hotel. Quiet &safe. My top floor, seaview room had 2 balconies was very large & had a 4 poster mosquito netted king size bed. I left my balcony doors open at night. Only heard one mosquito. Giant walk in shower with benches in the bathroom, and an on sute masseuse. Staff ..."
Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Sea Shells Inn
Harambee Street, lamu, Lamu, Lamu County
Stay at this guesthouse in Lamu. Enjoy free WiFi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Lamu Museum and Lamu Fort are located nearby.
Great budget hotel right in center
"Really friendly staff, nice sunrises from the rooftop. Simple but homely. Got upgraded for free. Spent 10 nights here."
Reviewed on Aug 3, 2022

Lamu Sunsail Hotel
Kenyatta Road, Lamu Town, Lamu
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Lamu. Enjoy free breakfast, daily housekeeping, and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Lamu Museum and Lamu Fort are located ...

New Mahrus Hotel & Rooftop Restaurant
Kenyatta Road, Lamu, Lamu, Lamu County
Stay at this hotel in Lamu. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Lamu Fort and German Post Office Museum are ...

ONEWAY House Lamu Seaview Rooftop & Pool
Lamu
Stay at this vacation home in Lamu. Enjoy private pools, a rooftop terrace, and patios. Popular attractions Lamu Museum and Lamu Fort are located nearby.

Jannataan Hotel
Corniche Path, Lamu, Lamu County
$45 nightly
The price is $54 total per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
$54 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Lamu. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Lamu Museum and Lamu Fort are located ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.