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Lamu, Kenya
Mar 20 — Mar 212
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What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Lamu?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Lamu is November ($50). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Lamu is January ($598).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Lamu?

The cheapest day to stay in Lamu is Saturday ($51). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is $598.

How much is a hotel in Lamu tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Lamu tonight starting as low as $30, rising to an average cost of $117, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $39 for a 4-star hotel in Lamu for tonight.

How much is a Lamu hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in Lamu this weekend for as little as $30/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $30/night. For a 4-star hotel in Lamu, the cheapest rate recently found was $39/night for this weekend.

Cheapest hotels in Lamu, Kenya

Discover affordable stays in Lamu, Kenya that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Lamu, Kenya can be found for as low as $12 per night. There is currently one property in Lamu, Kenya that can be booked for this price. Sea Shells Inn is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Lamu, Kenya. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2025
At the moment, these hotels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Lamu. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
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Harambee Street, Lamu, Lamu, Kenya
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$12
Avg. per night
Corniche Path, Lamu, Kenya
0.2 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$26
Avg. per night
Off Cornishe Path 08500, Lamu, Kenya
1.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$72
Avg. per night
Plot 318, Lamu Island, Lamu, Kenya
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$93
Avg. per night
Kenyatta Road, Lamu, Kenya
0.3 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$171
Avg. per night
Off Corniche Path, Shela Village, PO Box 266, Lamu, Kenya
1.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$180
Avg. per night
Ras Kitau Bay, Manda Island, P.O. Box 5, Lamu, Kenya
2.3 mi from city centre
$359
Avg. per night
Shela Beach, Lamu, Kenya
1.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$375
Avg. per night
Lamu, Kenya
1.1 mi from city centre
Airport shuttle
$396
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Lamu, Kenya

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Lamu to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Lamu at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2025.
A breakdown of the average price per hotel class in Lamu. We've also highlighted the most popular hotels and best value within each hotel class.
4 stars +
Ras Kitau Bay, Manda Island, P.O. Box 5, Lamu, Kenya
3 stars
Shela Beach, Lamu, Kenya
Kenyatta Road, Lamu, Kenya

Other accommodations in Lamu, Kenya

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or vacation rental for your stay in Lamu, Kenya. There are 115 hotels in Lamu, Kenya and price data was last updated on March 13, 2025. The average price for a stay in Lamu, Kenya is $231/night.
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Ras Kitau Bay, Manda Island, P.O. Box 5, Lamu, Kenya
2.3 mi from city centre
$359
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Lamu, Kenya

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Facts about staying in Lamu, Kenya

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Lamu to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on March 13, 2025.
  • What are the best hotels in Lamu?

    137 reviews rated Kijani Hotel with an average score of 9.3/10. It may also be worth looking into the Banana House and Wellness Centre, which received a rating of 8.7/10 from 287 reviews. Msafini Hotel could also be a good option, with a score of 7.6/10 from 359 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel near Shela Beach?

    With a rating of 9.3/10 from 137 reviews, Kijani Hotel is a hotel close to Shela Beach that is well recommended by HotelsCombined users.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Lamu?

    HotelsCombined searches in the last 3 days suggest cheap Lamu hotels have prices starting from as low as $9/night, depending on the popularity of your requested dates.

  • Are there any hotels in Lamu close to Lamu?

    The closest hotel to Lamu is Lamu House Hotel, which is located 0.3 mi away from the city center.

  • What are some other cities to stay in when visiting Kenya?

    In addition to Lamu, travelers opt to visit Nairobi when visiting Kenya. Mombasa is also a popular choice to visit.

  • How many hotels are there in Lamu?

    In total, there are 115 hotels to choose from in Lamu, compared to 19,143 properties in Kenya.

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