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
$125 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
$149 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
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! (60 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

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 ...

Lamu Sunsail Hotel
Kenyatta Road, Lamu Town, Lamu
$92 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
$108 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
Tourist TRAP do not stay here
"Wildly overpriced tourist trap, charging DOUBLE what newer places with pools charge on the same street. stay at Petley’s instead— and book on arrival, not in advance."
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2021

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.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Perfect Stay at Oneway House
"We had a lovely 9 day stay at the one way house. The house is simply stunning and very well maintained and clean. Michael- the chef- made us beautiful breakfasts and dinners. It’s impossible to choose a favorite dish but his curries are world class and biryani a MUST have. Paul helped us navigate ..."
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2022

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

Wiyoni Royals Lamu
Wiyoni lamu, Lamu, Lamu County
$59 nightly
The price is $70 total per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
$70 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Lamu. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Lamu Fort and German Post Office Museum 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.