Peponi Hotel

This is a small hotel on the exotic island of Lamu, in the Indian ocean, off the coast of kenya, the very root of Swahili cutlure. The move of the Oman Sultan from Lamu to further off shore Zanzibar left Lamu dormant in a time warp for three hundred years. There are still no cars on the island and the narrow streets of the old town are very much as they were. 0401ZS The hotel is run by the Korschen family who opened it in 1967, and which still retains much of the character and charm that it had then. Small and personal, it is the perfect rest after a safari or a hide way holiday from modern li     Read more about Peponi Hotel

Petey's Island

Closed for renovation until 2010. This description is based on information provided by the hotel.     Read more about Petey's Island

Stone House Lamu

The hotel offers a place to enjoy fresh air and tranquility. During the day guests could take a sailing dhow to Matodoni the place where the dhows are built, visit the 16th century Takwa ruins, go fishing or snorkelling at Manda Toto. The fabulous Shella beach is a 15 minute boat ride away, with its 14 km of golden sands backed by sand dunes. The hotel is one of Lamu's best preserved and famous 18th century stone houses. It combines the unique elegance of traditional Swahili architecture, with modern comfort and hospitality.     Read more about Stone House Lamu

Peponi Hotel Lamu Island

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Kipungani Bay Hotel Lamu Island

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Petey's Island Hotel Lamu Island

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Kipungani Explorer

Overlooking the tranquil waters of the sheltered Kipungani Channel, on the remote southwestern tip of Lamu Island, Kipungani is a dream destination for those seeking a true away-from-it-all desert island holiday. Our 16 spacious bandas are shaded by the palm trees that line our 600-metre beachfront, the bandas are constructed entirely from local materials, with mkeka palm floors and makuti thatch roofs woven by residents of neighbouring Kipungani village. This description is based on information provided by the specialty lodging.     Read more about Kipungani Explorer

Stone House Hotel Lamu Island

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Lamu Palace Hotel

The Lamu Palace Hotel is situated less than 10 minutes' drive from Manda Airport (LAU). Lamu Island town centre is within a short 10 minute drive from the hotel.     Read more about Lamu Palace Hotel

Subira House

The charming and comfortable seven-bedroom historic 200 years old home has two beautiful gardens and plenty of cool terraces to relax and enjoy the tropical breeze as you accustom yourself to Lamu's gentle pace. Right in the middle of Old Lamu Town. Meals on request. Wine licence. Subira House,a 200-year-old coral stone house was built by the governor under the Sultan of Zanzibar now carefully preserved by its Swedish/Dutch owners. This description is based on information provided by the B&B / inn.     Read more about Subira House