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. Some units at the property have a balcony with a garden view. Jamala Guesthouse features a common kitchen and seating area. A continental breakfast can be enjoyed in the breakfast area. Mkunguni Square is 100 metres from the bed and breakfast.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)


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Guest reviews

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Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
5.0
Low score for Lamu
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  • Arianna
    Italy Italy
    The place in very nice and calm in a very central position in the village of Lamu. The room was big, cozy and clean. Great value for money!
  • Christos
    Greece Greece
    Great old house in the middle of old town and only steps from the see front. Spacious ,clean and breezy upper floor rooms. Great breakfast,rich in fruit and tasty juice. Charming Samsa and Tina were there for all our needs. Owner Baji,a warm...
  • Rafał
    Poland Poland
    Very beautiful guesthouse in the center of Lamu town. We loved the view from the rooftop and the spacious, shady, naturally wind-cooled lobby with sofas and art. The sounds of nearby mosques added to the atmosphere. The bed and bathroom were...
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Baji Karis

8.8
8.8
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Baji Karis
Jamala Guesthouse is light and centrally located next to Lamu Fort in the historic oldest part of Lamu. It is a quiet amd private resort with a relaxing garden compound. All rooms have private bathrooms with hot water. There is a kitchen for common use and couches to relax as well as a rooftop with a great view of the sea.
Me, Mr. Karisa wellknown as Baji, manage this Guesthouse. I want to welcome you to the lovely Island of Lamu. Because of my experience as the Captain of Lamu Dhow Safaris since 15 years I am revommended in Lonely Planet Guide always providing a wonderful experience for my guests at a reasonable price. Since July 2017 I manage the Jamala Guestgouse which was under renovation and reconstruction for three years to offer our guests the standard they expect. Karibu to my Lovely Island. I look forward meeting you and being life long friends-
Centrally located in UNESCO world heritage side, Old Town, it is just 2 minutes to the main vegetable/fruit and fish/meat market, the Lamu Fort, the main square and the waterfront. Local restaurants like Bushgardens, Mangroves,
Languages spoken: German,English,Swahili

Property surroundings

Facilities of Jamala Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
General
  • Mosquito net
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Swahili

House rules

Jamala Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 07:00 to 18:00

Check-out

From 10:00 to 10:30

 

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prepayment

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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Jamala Guesthouse

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    • Room options at Jamala Guesthouse include:

      • Double

    • The prices at Jamala Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Jamala Guesthouse is from 07:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

    • Jamala Guesthouse is 250 yards from the centre of Lamu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.