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Swahili Dreams Apartments

Apartment

Kenyatta Road

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
9 mentions

The host and caretakers were amazing too

Highly recommend her massage service

Comfortable rooms
9 mentions

Big enough rooms

Clean, spacious, looks exactly like photographs and has a clean pool

Clean rooms
7 mentions

Clean and friendly staff

Clean space, lovely people

Pool
7 mentions

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…

Great location
3 mentions

Very spacious, great view and location was just superb

The location was near to the road

Good value
1 mentions

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

H

Hodhan

extended_group

May 21, 2026

7

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.

J

Janet

couple

May 3, 2026

9

Exceptional stay at Lamu

Clean and friendly staff. Zeinab and Martin were very resourceful…

B

Brian

solo_traveller

April 30, 2026

10

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.

I

IMOLI

couple

April 20, 2026

9

A good place indeed

The location was near to the road

V

Vwamula

couple

April 14, 2026

9

Absolutely amazing

Clean space, lovely people. Big enough rooms

T

tracey

couple

April 6, 2026

9

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.

I

Ibrahim

family_with_children

March 28, 2026

9

Nice and spacious

G

Georg

couple

March 13, 2026

10

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.

M

Mona

solo_traveller

March 7, 2026

9

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

R

Ruth

couple

February 9, 2026

10

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 .

S

sara

extended_group

January 30, 2026

9

Great stay!

Staff was nice and helpful. It was a new concept and design to experience.

M

Michael

extended_group

January 21, 2026

9

A very beautiful house with large apartments and the outstanding design/ architecture of Urko Sanchez

S

Sila kimaru

couple

January 20, 2026

7

Very spacious and clean

A

Allan

couple

January 12, 2026

10

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.

C

Candace

couple

January 5, 2026

9

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.

P

Pauline

couple

January 5, 2026

8

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.

K

Katlego

solo_traveller

January 2, 2026

8

The bed is hard. The mattress is hard. I’m not sure if there is warm water.

M

Mbogori

couple

December 27, 2025

4

Too Many Mosquitoes and Noisy neighbours ..

...nothing much to like about this property ..

N

Nomsa

couple

December 20, 2025

8

Relaxed and clean

Lovely architecture

C

Chege

solo_traveller

December 13, 2025

9

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.

Max 2 guests 90 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 3 guests 90 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Two-Bedroom Apartment

The unit offers 2 beds.

Max 4 guests0 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms
Two-Bedroom Apartment

The unit has 3 beds.

Max 4 guests0 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms
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.

Max 4 guests 120 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 11:00 to 18:00
Check-outFrom 10:00 until 11:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printThis property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Managed by a private host
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 11:29 AM

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