Name: Samaki House
Address: Next To Lamu House Hotel , LamuTown, Lamu, 80500 Lamu, Kenya, Next To Lamu House Hotel , LamuTown, Lamu, Lamu, 80500, Kenya
Rating: 7.8

Samaki House

–Excellent location – show map

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Samaki House in Lamu offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and balconies. Each room includes a sofa bed, work desk, and wardrobe, ensuring a pleasant stay. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace, balcony, or patio. The property features a private pool, outdoor seating area, and lounge, providing ample space to unwind. Convenient Facilities: Free WiFi is available in public areas, and bicycle parking and luggage storage cater to active and traveling guests. Additional amenities include a lounge, outdoor seating area, and bicycle parking. Local Attractions: The 18th Century Swahili House Museum is a 2-minute walk away, Lamu Museum 984 feet, Lamu Fort a 5-minute walk, Gallery Baraka 2297 feet, and Riyadha Mosque a 9-minute walk. Guests appreciate the attentive staff and excellent service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Availability

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Room Type	Number of guests
Twin Room 2 twin beds and 1 full bed
Double Room 1 full bed
Family Room 1 full bed and 1 king bed

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Hatim

Kenya

“VERY CLOSE TO THE MAIN SEA FRONT NOT SO FAR FROM LAMU HOUSE HOTEL , beautiful interiors and friendly staff”

Rita

Kenya

“Moses was so kind and helpful. I loved the breakfast and our room!”

Selma

Bosnia and Herzegovina

“I just loved the interior design of the place, the rooftop, the furniture... The room was really spacious, the bathroom too. The breakfast was good, Moses who was managing the place is very kind and helpful. It's very close to the pier and it was...”

John

United Arab Emirates

“Absolutely beautiful, only of the best looking properties I’ve ever stayed at, the property manager was a rockstar, made sure we didn’t get scammed, made arrangements for us from and to the airport as a well as sunset boat trip and other queries...”

Alex

United States

“Katana my host at Samaki House was exceptionally kind and knowledgeable of the area. We had lovely conversations and he made a delicious breakfast. I enjoyed the room and the my overall experience at the house, I will definitely stay again!”

Francoise

Germany

“Wonderful place,unique location, a full swahili immersion. Moses is a wonderful host.”

Michiel

New Zealand

“Location just outside the busy area of old town. Very good breakfast. Relaxed atmosphere and nicely renovated house with roof top terrace and plenty of spaces in the common areas. Moses very friendly and helpful.”

Tracey

Kenya

“The property was clean, with very friendly staff. Katana made our stay exceptional!”

Mona

Germany

“The fam room is spacious and has a huge walk in bathroom, the terrace and breakfast were also super nice, Moses is a helpful host”

Chris

United Kingdom

“Nice place, helpful staff, good breakfast , nice roof top and nice room”

Hosted by Brian

9.1

Host Review Score

Brian

Fully restored 300 year old Arab Traders Mansion, overlooking the waterfront in Lamu Town. Breakfast is served in the shaded Courtyard Garden. The property has several roof terraces, with a large top floor terrace perfect for sun-downers. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, Four poster beds,Mosquito nets and paddle fans . The house is furnished with artworks and antiques and is great for enjoying the laid back pace of Lamu. Our friendly House staff are there to meet you at the jetty in Lamutown on arrival, and during your stay, just ask and they will do what they can to assist. There is a homemade guide book at the property to enrich your stay add to your enjoyment and local knowledge.

I am a British Architect who was based in Nairobi and loves travel. I've worked on a variety of cultural, hospitality, social and commercial projects throughout Europe and Africa. I'm keen on art, literature, watersports, and the house is my home when I'm in Kenya... which regretably isn't often enough. When you make your reservation you will be dealing with me directly, and I'm happy to answer any of your queries both pre-during your stay.

Samaki House is a great location to experience and observe the Historic centre, whilst enjoy rooftop views and a 180 degree view of the water front. In close proximity are the Museums, Fort, Market places, and Historic Mosques. Lamu House Hotel is adjacent to us, and there is a good selection of restaurants along the waterfront and in town.

Languages spoken: English,French

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House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Cancellation/ prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.