Swahili Dreams Apartments
Kenyatta Road
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Why people book this hotel
“The host and caretakers were amazing too”
“Highly recommend her massage service”
“Big enough rooms”
“Clean, spacious, looks exactly like photographs and has a clean pool”
“Clean and friendly staff”
“Clean space, lovely people”
“The pool although I had a reaction to it later(too much chemicals poured in”
“The Swahili architecture is amazing, it’s cool there even without AC, the indoor…”
“Very spacious, great view and location was just superb”
“The location was near to the road”
“Martin, Tariq and the staff made it even more worthwhile”
Overview
Set within 100 metres of Lamu Museum and 200 metres of Lamu Fort in Lamu, Swahili Dreams Apartments offers accommodation with a kitchen. With a private bathroom, units at the apartment complex also provide guests with free WiFi, while certain rooms will provide you with a terrace. Popular points of interest near the apartment include 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Gallery Baraka and Riyadha Mosque.
Traveller reviews
Hodhan
extended_group
May 21, 2026
“Communication needs improvement, change who you leave in charge or your beautiful place won’t get the good reviews it de”
The aesthetic of this place is everything. The pool although I had a reaction to it later(too much chemicals poured in?). The kitchen has everything you’ll need, the work poured into this place can be seen, the owner should be proud of themselves. The people working there are nice.
Janet
couple
May 3, 2026
“Exceptional stay at Lamu”
Clean and friendly staff. Zeinab and Martin were very resourceful…
Brian
solo_traveller
April 30, 2026
Very spacious, great view and location was just superb. The host and caretakers were amazing too. The ambience, the decorations and art represented Lamu to the core. Glad I chose them for my stay.
IMOLI
couple
April 20, 2026
“A good place indeed”
The location was near to the road
Vwamula
couple
April 14, 2026
“Absolutely amazing”
Clean space, lovely people. Big enough rooms
tracey
couple
April 6, 2026
“Pleasant stay overall”
Clean, spacious, looks exactly like photographs and has a clean pool. Had the most relaxing massage by Juliet! Highly recommend her massage service.
Ibrahim
family_with_children
March 28, 2026
Nice and spacious
Georg
couple
March 13, 2026
“The best place to stay in Lamu”
The Swahili architecture is amazing, it’s cool there even without AC, the indoor pool. It’s simply perfect to stay there.
Mona
solo_traveller
March 7, 2026
“Great Experience in Swahili Dreams in spacious apartment”
Super spacious apartment, nice terrace with awesome views, very well equipped kitchen with island, large bathroom and generally super nice and helpful staff + nice cool pool at ground level
Ruth
couple
February 9, 2026
The great warm welcome from the team , the building is unique and blends in with Lamu. It's a very well kept and clean apartment. The rooms were spacious, the pool was clean . We also had a view of the sea from our room . I highly recommend and great appreciation to Tarik, Juliet, Martin and the rest of the team .
sara
extended_group
January 30, 2026
“Great stay!”
Staff was nice and helpful. It was a new concept and design to experience.
Michael
extended_group
January 21, 2026
A very beautiful house with large apartments and the outstanding design/ architecture of Urko Sanchez
Sila kimaru
couple
January 20, 2026
Very spacious and clean
Allan
couple
January 12, 2026
“Enchanting stay, thanks Martin & Tariq!”
Absolutely beautiful property, stunning views of the Indian Ocean. Super clean and almost enchanting. I’d say it’s an architectural triumph. Martin, Tariq and the staff made it even more worthwhile. They were very kind and professional. Ensured that I had everything I needed for my stay.
Candace
couple
January 5, 2026
“Very nice stay - enjoyed the apartment and pool - location is good -Mosque nearby”
The apartment was airy and spacious - loved having a balcony with a view. Bed was comfortable with a good mosquito net and ceiling fan. Enjoyed a swim in the pool to cool off. Staff were helpful and kind. The house interior generally is very beautiful.
Pauline
couple
January 5, 2026
“Responsive, gracious and helpful hosts. Clean and well furnished rooms.”
Swahili Dreams Apartments is nestled in a residential neighbourhood within Lamu Old Town. The property is a 10 minute walk to the nearest shops and restaurants, and about a 5 minute walk to the main street or pier. The rooms are well furnished, and clean, with loads of space in the living area. The kitchen is well set up, however I would recommend only carrying breakfast items, and eating out for the rest of your stay. The host Zeinab is was incredibly hospitable, and will help you organise any trips or excursions to Shela, Manda and anywhere else you'd like to go.
Katlego
solo_traveller
January 2, 2026
The bed is hard. The mattress is hard. I’m not sure if there is warm water.
Mbogori
couple
December 27, 2025
“Too Many Mosquitoes and Noisy neighbours ..”
...nothing much to like about this property ..
Nomsa
couple
December 20, 2025
“Relaxed and clean”
Lovely architecture
Chege
solo_traveller
December 13, 2025
“I loved my stay with Swahili dreams apartment, the serenity was amazing and the stuff very helpful. It’s was value for m”
The apartment is well designed, with a cooling pool and the management is very friendly.
Facilities
General
Non-smoking throughout, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool
One-Bedroom Apartment
The apartment features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and a kitchen. The apartment's kitchen is available for cooking and storing food. The apartment provides a washing machine and a terrace. The unit offers 1 bed.
One-Bedroom Apartment
The apartment has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and a kitchen. The apartment's kitchen is available for cooking and storing food. The apartment offers a washing machine. The unit has 2 beds.
Two-Bedroom Apartment
The unit offers 2 beds.
Two-Bedroom Apartment
The unit has 3 beds.
Two-Bedroom Apartment
The apartment features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a kitchen. The apartment's kitchen is available for cooking and storing food. The apartment provides a washing machine. The unit offers 2 beds.
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