Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Ttunu House provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool and free Wifi. Guests staying at this villa have access to a balcony. The accommodation features luggage storage space, private check-in and check-out, and organizing tours for guests. The villa consists of 4 bedrooms, 3 living rooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a kettle, and 4 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. Guests can take in the views of the sea from the terrace, which also has outdoor furniture. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Popular points of interest near the villa include 18th Century Swahili House Museum, Lamu Museum, and Lamu Fort.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Activities:

Beach

Swimming pool


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 4:
2 twin beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.2
High score for Lamu
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Abigail
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Gorgeous house with spacious rooms! We were a group of friends and had a great time relaxing around the pool and enjoying the wonderful hospitality of the house management. The interiors were absolutely stunning and very comfortable. The meals...
  • Kathleen
    Ireland Ireland
    Super clean and beautiful house in the heart of Lamu, you are closed to the port and the main street. A few minutes away from the fort. It is super accessible! On top of that the staff is great with a really detailed attention in keeping the...
  • Maria
    Portugal Portugal
    After a slight misunderstanding as to the day or arrival, Elizabeth and Cornelius promptly managed to solve the issue and pick us up and have the house ready for us. The staff was always courteous and available to help us. Steven, the cook, cooked...

Managed by Ttunu House Ltd

Company review score: 10Based on 6 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Ttunu House is situated in Lamu Town, a world heritage site, with views over the Manda Channel and the town’s sky line. The house has been recently and beautifully renovated, combining of authentic Swahili methods of construction with modern details. Ttunu House is a historic, merchant’s town mansion dating from 1740. Historic detailing mixes with modern luxury. Beautiful patios and roof terraces let you enjoy the breeze, the sun, and the stars. An oasis of tranquillity in the heart of Lamu.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Ttunu House
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Desk
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Mosquito net
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • Private pool
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Food & Drink
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Beach
Services & Extras
  • Wake-up service
Outdoor & View
  • Sea view
  • View
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Safe
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
Ttunu House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 12:00 to 18:00
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 00:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestroCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Ttunu House 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.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

FAQs about Ttunu House

  • Ttunu House can accommodate this group size:

    • 8 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Yes, Ttunu House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Ttunu House has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 4 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Ttunu House on this page.

  • Ttunu House is 1,000 feet from the center of Lamu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Ttunu House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Ttunu House is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Ttunu House on this page.

  • Yes, there's a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Ttunu House on this page.

  • Ttunu House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Swimming pool
    • Beach