Makubwa House | House in Lamu

| 8.2 (21 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  9 Guests
Lamu House | Makubwa House

3 Bedroom House in Lamu

With an indoor pool and a terrace, Makubwa House is a historic vacation home that features accommodations with free Wifi. With sea views, this accommodation provides a balcony. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and private check-in and check-out for guests. The air-conditioned vacation home consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, and 3 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. The vacation home offers bed linen, towels, and daily room service. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Popular points of interest near the vacation home include Lamu Museum, Lamu Fort, and 18th Century Swahili House Museum.

Makubwa House is located in Lamu.

This 3 Bedrooms House is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Sports/Activities, Entertainment, Laundry, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 21 reviews with the average score of 8.2 . Coming to Lamu and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this House for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 3 Bedrooms House if you want to learn more about this RBO place in Lamu. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Makubwa House in Lamu is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Makubwa House”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this House, please let us know.

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Kenyatta Road, Lamu, Kenya

Amenities

Air ConditionerAir Conditioner
PoolPool
TVTV
ViewView
Private PoolPrivate Pool
Balcony/TerraceBalcony/Terrace
Transportation/ShuttleTransportation/Shuttle
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
Sports/ActivitiesSports/Activities
RestaurantRestaurant
Guest ServicesGuest Services
EntertainmentEntertainment
BreakfastBreakfast
Child FriendlyChild Friendly
InternetInternet
KitchenKitchen
LaundryLaundry

Facility Overview

KitchenKitchen
  • Shared kitchenShared kitchen
ActivitiesActivities
  • Bike toursBike tours
  • Walking toursWalking tours
  • CanoeingCanoeing
  • Themed dinnersThemed dinners
  • SnorkelingSnorkeling
  • FishingFishing
  • Movie nightsMovie nights
  • Indoor pool (year-round)Indoor pool (year-round)
  • Indoor poolIndoor pool
GeneralGeneral
  • Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Non-smoking roomsNon-smoking rooms
  • Family roomsFamily rooms
Guest ServicesGuest Services
  • Ironing serviceIroning service
  • Grocery deliveriesGrocery deliveries
  • Babysitting/Child servicesBabysitting/Child services
  • LaundryLaundry
  • Shared lounge/TV areaShared lounge/TV area
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Daily housekeepingDaily housekeeping
  • Shuttle serviceShuttle service
  • Private check-in/outPrivate check-in/out
  • Invoice providedInvoice provided
InternetInternet
  • WifiWifi
  • Free WifiFree Wifi
  • InternetInternet
OutdoorsOutdoors
  • TerraceTerrace
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between staysGuest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelinesLinens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirusUse of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitizedAll plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Delivered food covered securelyDelivered food covered securely
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodationFood can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Physical distancing in dining areasPhysical distancing in dining areas
  • Process in place to check health of guestsProcess in place to check health of guests
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areasHand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removedShared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authoritiesStaff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Access to healthcare professionalsAccess to healthcare professionals
  • Physical distancing rules followedPhysical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment availableCashless payment available
SpaSpa
  • Swimming poolSwimming pool

Policies

Check-in
Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pet Policy
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. the property will contact you after you book to provide instructions, managed by a private host

Reviews

Value for money:
8.37
Location:
8.86
Staff:
9.36
Facilities:
7.14
Comfort:
7.33
Cleanliness:
7.69
Whitney
Mar 7, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Beautiful Swahili designs and grand architecture.
Negative: It is a deluxe building but some thing such as lamps and the small pool could benefit from more care
Summary: Beautiful house in the heart of Lamu. Nice rooftop views and many bedrooms with bathrooms. It has everything you need. F
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Room Arrangement

Room InfoFacilities
Three-Bedroom House
Room Type: Vacation Home
Room Size: 500 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed
2 Sofa bed Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
Three-Bedroom House

Bathroom

Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Shared toilet, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Towels, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet

General

Trash cans, Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Fan, Private entrance, Iron

Kitchen

Kitchenette, Cleaning products, Oven, Kitchenware, Dining table, Kitchen, Wine glasses

Outdoors

Balcony, Private pool, Terrace

Media & Technology

Radio

Living Area

Desk, Dining area, Sofa, Sitting area

View

View, Sea view, Inner courtyard view, Quiet street view

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool, Pool towels

FAQ's

Is this Makubwa House pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Makubwa House have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Makubwa House has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Makubwa House?

Best-rates for the Makubwa House starts from $150 per night with includes TV, View, Private Pool, Transportation/Shuttle, Guest Services, Child Friendly, Internet, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Air Conditioner, Pool, Restaurant, Breakfast, Kitchen, Sports/Activities, Entertainment, Laundry with all other facilities. RBO matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Makubwa House a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Makubwa House wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Makubwa House has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Makubwa House?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Makubwa House indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Makubwa House?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Makubwa House are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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