Amu House

Very poor staff. Alex the manager was very rude and poor in communication. We booked 5 nights at the property, they insisted we paybprior which we did. Soon as we paid they insisted on moving us to a smaller dingy room at the premise. Did not have even the slightest coutesy to make that communication personally. Horrible place to book your holiday, staff are not friendly. Of all properties we booked and stayed in Lamu in our two week holiday this one was the worst. We had to move out with two nights of our stay remaining!

Ottimo "hotel de charme" in una casa secolare di stile arabo nel cuore della città antica di Lamu. La proprietaria Mary, il direttore Mohammed e tutto il personale sono gentilissimi. L'albergo è molto carino e pulito, con una bella vista sulla città vecchia e sul mare dalla terrazza sul tetto. Prima colazioni fantastiche.

Amu house is the perfect place to stay when visiting the ancient historic town of Lamu. It is situated a minutes walk to the seafront as well as the town square, where there is always something interesting happening. For being so close to the action it is still a quiet and relaxing place to rest. It simply doesn't get better than hanging out on the rooftop of Amu house and looking out over the town and water. There is also great star gazing from the roof. The rooms are very clean and well ventilated with comfy beds. The owner Mary is very knowledgeable about all things to do with Lamu, past and present. She is passionate and cares deeply about Lamu town/island and it's unique swahili culture. She is always on top of current events often being directly involved in them herself, especially when it comes to community based and environmental initiatives. This provides a unique opportunity for guests to learn a lot about the history as well as the current status of this special place. Very importantly staying here is an opportunity for guests to travel responsibly since Amu house and its staff are an environmentally conscious business, working towards keeping the town and its island ecosystem clean and healthy. Also, did I mention that it is a gorgeous, historic swahili style house? If you have the chance to stay here, do it! Highly recommended!!