Jamala Guesthouse

Jamala Guesthouse Bed and Breakfast in Lamu

8.3 / 10.0

Excellent(56 Ratings)

Bed and Breakfast in Lamu

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this bed and breakfast

Featuring a garden, Jamala Guesthouse is situated in Lamu in the Coast region, 43 metres from Lamu fort. Popular points of interest around the property include Old Jetty (Lamu) and Water well.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Map of Lamu

Nearby attractions

The Fort Of Shela

3.7 mi

Lamu Holiday Solutions

Available Rooms

1 Queen • 172 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

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Jamala Guesthouse

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8.3 / 10.0

Excellent(56 Ratings)

Bed and Breakfast in Lamu

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this bed and breakfast

Featuring a garden, Jamala Guesthouse is situated in Lamu in the Coast region, 43 metres from Lamu fort. Popular points of interest around the property include Old Jetty (Lamu) and Water well.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Map of Lamu

Nearby attractions

The Fort Of Shela

3.7 mi

Lamu Holiday Solutions

Available Rooms

1 Queen • 172 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

8.3 / 10.0

Excellent(56 Ratings)

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8.0 / 10.0

May 2023

Very good

Maybe include dinner asp part of package.

9.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Beautiful house, very good location. I highly recommend this place

Baji chose for us the most comfortable bedroom available, that meant an upgrade to a 2 double bedroom 😍. Thank you for making our stay in Lamu super special!

9.0 / 10.0

Mar 2023

friendly, central, clean and tidy

nice, clean room, excellent shower (cold AND warm water, as you choose), superfriendly(!) staff, very good breakfast, relaxed terrace with a perfect breeze (ok - this depends onto the weather), very close to the restaurants, old town and the main boat landing place ('harbour') = 15 Mins. to the airport (walk+boat)

well ... Lamu is a 95% Muslim town = friendly(!) people and you feel very safe(!), but several Mosques loud-speaker systems compete ... so waking up at 5 can't be avoided. Why can't prayer be 'just' led by a religious man with his natural voice ? Does it really have to be amplified ~120 dB(A) for up to half an hour, every dawn, to praise and worship ? Well, other (all ?) hotels and guesthoses in Lamu and throughout the coast of Kenys have a similar situation ...

6.0 / 10.0

Dec 2022

Disappointing

It was cheap My room was very big

The wall was dirty at several places Zero information about Lamu (sights, restaurants, activities...)

8.0 / 10.0

Nov 2022

A great choice for reasonable price.

Jamala Guesthouse is very easy to get to. It's behind the fort so from the promenade in Lamu you take the first street left after the fort (when you go from Shela) and just go up the narrow street, watch a sign above the door to your left. The rooms are very nice and bed comfortable, shower is amazing. The breakfast was plenty with lots of fruits, egg and fresh juice. The staff is nice but of little help, if you need anything arranged you need to catch the manager. Payment is only possible in Ksh in cash. I found the green bank on the promenade having the best exchange rate (some shops exchange as well for considerably worse rate). You need an ID to get the money changed in the bank (open from 8am till 4pm weekdays). The public boat to the airport cost 200 Ksh and leaves from the left pier when facing the sea (10am). Public boat to Shela is also for 200Ksh (best before 4pm or when full) and mototaxi to Shela is for 100Ksh.

The only thing I didn't like in the Guesthouse is that the windows in the back rooms do not allow any air circulation (not facing the sea) and because the ventilator is just above the mosquito net, it is blocking the circulation of air. It feels like in a sauna then. As there were literally no mosquitos, without the net would have been better, I think.

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2022

Exceptional

The host Baji got in touch with me immediately I confirmed the booking and he arranged for transport from Manda Airport.It was very reassuring as this was my first time in Lamu.He also arranged for boat trip and provide suggestions on activities.The map provided makes it easy to get around. The staff were very warm and welcoming.The breakfast is epic especially the homemade fresh juice.Keep it up ladies! The place is clean and private exactly what I needed during this holiday.The hammock on the rooftop is great,great place to read or just daydream.

What's not to like,

8.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

One of the best places for this money

Great place to stay. Great value for your money. Safe, clean, comfortable beds. Nice shower and great Lamu style. Loved the breakfast!

Nothing

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

Exceptional

Nice gem right at the heart of town. Great architectural detail across the property. If you have some work or just want to relax at the property, the common areas are excellent with good wifi across the entire space.

They can't do much about it, but as a first time in Lamu, had no idea of location relative to amenities; and was a fairly hectic commute getting to the good restaurants and sandy beaches on Manda and Shela. However it's more than great if you don't mind the boat rides. Unrelated: The surrounding Lamu Town needs serious clean-up as trash along the streets does tend to get in the way of your experience.

9.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

Very beautiful and authentic place, comfortable and clean bedrooms.

Beautiful premises, good location, very clean and safe. Exceptional shower (really). Breakfast met expectations. Keep in mind it's a guesthouse not a hotel, so common areas/amenities are limited (but there are comfortable couches and a hammock). They do provide good tourist information.

The wifi wasn't great (good enough for basic things but we needed to work one day and struggled with videocalls etc)

9.0 / 10.0

Apr 2022

I was very happy with my weekend stay. The staff are friendly and the breakfast excellent

I loved the location, up a narrow alleyway in the old city. Really made for an authentic stay on Lamu.

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2022

very nice place, central and good owner!

- superfriendly staff - clean rooms - lovely breakfast

9.0 / 10.0

Jan 2022

Nice charming place for a very good price - the rooms are spacious and comfy

Beautiful place with nice common spaces to relax (sofa, hammock). The rooms are bright, nicely designed and spacious, with a fan on the ceiling. They have good internet connection and also an excellent breakfast included (fruits, fruit juice, tea, coffee, eggs and toasts).

8.0 / 10.0

Dec 2021

Very good

Good and airy rooms at the topfloor, nice terrace, clean rooms, good breakfast and friendly staff

The wifi in the rooms was weak or almost nothing at all. Should have been the same as on the terrace

8.0 / 10.0

Nov 2021

Very good

You are right inside the town. Quite, peaceful.

8.0 / 10.0

Oct 2021

Very good

The location is just 5 mitutes' walk to the jetty yet it is quiet. The rooms are at the 3rd floor with high ceiling and very breezy throughout the day.

9.0 / 10.0

Mar 2021

Superb

Staff amazing! so kind, friendly, ready to support you or help you anytime, good attitude, the guesthouse can be also you house, you can cook or spend sometime with the staff and other guests. The food was amazing! The location is perfect, just behind the Fort and near to the Museum.

Only was a little bit noise (from town) when I wanted to be relax, concentrate or in calm.

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2021

Exceptional

Excellent choice to stay in an Old town Lamu. Very close to the ferry from mainland. Quite, clean with a great host and good breakfast. Thank you.

9.0 / 10.0

Mar 2021

Great location & a wonderful host

Baji is a great host and was super friendly and helpful during my stay

The breakfast should have variety

FAQs

How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Lamu?

The average price for a rental in Lamu is £32 per night. This rental is £0 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Jamala Guesthouse. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this bed and breakfast. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Jamala Guesthouse pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this bed and breakfast is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Jamala Guesthouse?

We found 4 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, balcony or patio, and garden.

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Jamala Guesthouse

Bed and Breakfast in Lamu

Reasons to book

About this bed and breakfast

Amenities

Map of Lamu

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Lamu?

Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?

Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?

Is Jamala Guesthouse pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Jamala Guesthouse?

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