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Ocean Sports Resort
Located in Watamu, on the South East coast of Kenya, Ocean Sports Resort offers views of the Indian Ocean. This beachfront resort features an outdoor swimming pool, restaurant and bar.
Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo
Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Watamu.
Alawi Home
Offering an outdoor pool and a private beach area, Alawi Home is situated in the Watamu Beach district in Watamu, 9.1 km from Bio-Ken Snake Farm. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.
The Charming Lonno Lodge Watamu
Set in Watamu, 1.9 km from Papa Remo Beach, The Charming Lonno Lodge Watamu offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.
Mawe Zuri Resort
Mawe Zuri Resort has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Watamu.
Palm Garden ECO Boutique Hotel No Kids under 12
Set in Watamu, 1.1 km from Garoda Beach, Palm Garden ECO Boutique Hotel No Kids under 12 offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
Lily Palm Resort
Discover Paradise at Lily Palm Resort – Your Sweet Escape to Watamu Nestled in the heart of Watamu Beach Town, Kilifi County, Lily Palm Resort invites you to experience the magic of coastal living in...
Twiga Beach Resort
Set in Watamu, a few steps from Jacaranda Bay Beach, Twiga Beach Resort offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.
Turtle Bay Beach Club- All Inclusive
On 200 metres of sandy beach and direct in the Watamu National Marine Park, Turtle Bay is one of Kenya’s most extensive all inclusive hotels.
Life Resort St. Thomas Royal Palm
Facing the beachfront, Life Resort St. Thomas Royal Palm offers 5-star accommodation in Watamu and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private beach area.
Hotels with airport shuttles in Watamu
- Airport shuttle (free)Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 153 reviewsFrom US$140 per night
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 176 reviewsFrom US$44.55 per night
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviewsFrom US$336 per night
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviewsFrom US$15.44 per night
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 94 reviewsFrom US$120 per night
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Superb - What previous guests thought, 141 reviewsFrom US$215 per night
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Superb - What previous guests thought, 24 reviewsFrom US$150 per night
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 40 reviewsFrom US$430 per night
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Hotels located in the centre of Watamu
Casa Yangu
Hotel in WatamuCentral locationSet in Watamu in the Kilifi region, with Mapango Beach and Bio-Ken Snake Farm nearby, Casa Yangu offers accommodation with free private parking.
From US$68 per nightRoadstar Homes
Hotel in WatamuCentral locationRoadstar Homes is a property with a private pool, located in Watamu, within just 700 metres of Mapango Beach and 400 metres of Bio-Ken Snake Farm.
From US$98 per nightOcean Breeze Homes 1, 2 or 3 bedroom Watamu
Hotel in WatamuCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 13 reviewsSituated in Watamu and only 600 metres from Mapango Beach, Ocean Breeze Homes 1, 2 or 3 bedroom Watamu features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.
From US$23 per nightRischland Villas
Hotel in WatamuCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviewsBoasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, garden view and a balcony, Rischland Villas is situated in Watamu.
Zuri homes 1,2or 3 Bedrooms watamu
Hotel in WatamuCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 14 reviewsLocated in Watamu and only 600 metres from Mapango Beach, Zuri homes 1,2or 3 Bedrooms watamu provides accommodation with city views, free WiFi and free private parking.
From US$63 per nightDelicious House, Watamu, 2-bedroom with secure compound free parking and wifi
Hotel in WatamuCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.2Good - What previous guests thought, 30 reviewsFeaturing city views, Delicious House, Watamu, 2-bedroom with secure compound free parking and wifi offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a patio, around 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park...
From US$30 per nightDea Apartment Ghepard Exclusive
Hotel in WatamuCentral locationBoasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Dea Apartment Ghepard Exclusive is situated in Watamu.
From US$147.25 per nightAquarius Club
Hotel in WatamuCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very good - What previous guests thought, 34 reviewsSet in Watamu, 450 metres from Mapango restaurant, Aquarius Club features a private beach area. The resort has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi.
From US$120 per night
Best hotels with breakfast in Watamu and nearby
Banana House
Hotel in WatamuBreakfast optionsSet in Watamu in the Kilifi region, with Mapango Beach and Bio-Ken Snake Farm nearby, Banana House offers accommodation with free private parking.
From US$60 per nightDream Luxury B&b Watamu
Hotel in WatamuBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 103 reviewsSituated within less than 1 km of Watamu Bay Beach and 23 km of Watamu National Marine Park in Watamu, Dream Luxury B&b Watamu offers accommodation with seating area.
From US$80 per nightWatamu Villaggio
Hotel in WatamuBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviewsSet within less than 1 km of Watamu Bay Beach and 23 km of Watamu National Marine Park, Watamu Villaggio offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Watamu.
From US$55 per nightBoutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo
Hotel in WatamuBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 9.6Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 66 reviewsBoutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Watamu.
From US$96 per nightBlue Diamond Villa Watamu
Hotel in WatamuBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviewsFeaturing an open-air bath and views of pool, Blue Diamond Villa Watamu is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Watamu, 1.4 km from Watamu Bay Beach.
From US$70 per nightLily Palm Resort
Hotel in WatamuBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 549 reviewsDiscover Paradise at Lily Palm Resort – Your Sweet Escape to Watamu Nestled in the heart of Watamu Beach Town, Kilifi County, Lily Palm Resort invites you to experience the magic of coastal living in...
From US$117 per nightSimba House
Hotel in WatamuBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 58 reviewsFeaturing garden views, Simba House provides accommodation with terrace, around 1 km from Watamu Bay Beach. It is situated 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park and offers a housekeeping service.
From US$72 per nightBarracuda Inn Resort
Hotel in WatamuBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 4.5Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 4 reviewsSituated along Watamu Beach, Barracuda Inn Resort features a swimming pool with sun lounges, a hot tub, and a restaurant and bar. The resort also offers evening entertainment.
From US$157 per night
Budget hotels in Watamu and nearby
Waridi House
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 9.4Superb - What previous guests thought, 20 reviewsLocated within less than 1 km of Watamu Bay Beach and 23 km of Watamu National Marine Park, Waridi House provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Watamu.
From US$69.12 per nightRuko homes
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotelBoasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, garden view and a terrace, Ruko homes is set in Watamu. Guests staying at this villa have access to a balcony.
From US$96 per nightLinda's Little Lincoln
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 13 reviewsSituated in Watamu, Linda's Little Lincoln features accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.
From US$104.40 per nightWatamu Solana Apartments
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 9.4Superb - What previous guests thought, 91 reviewsOffering an outdoor swimming pool and pool view, Watamu Solana Apartments is located in Watamu, 500 metres from Mapango Beach and 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park.
From US$94.50 per nightSeaRenity Homes Watamu
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotelSeaRenity Homes Watamu is located in Watamu, 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park, 600 metres from Bio-Ken Snake Farm, as well as 19 km from Arabuko Sokoke National Park.
From US$22 per nightjahazi homes -watamu
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 10.0Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviewsOffering a bar and garden view, jahazi homes -watamu is located in Watamu, 400 metres from Mapango Beach and 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park.
From US$56 per nightCharlie's PlaceWatamu
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 7.5Good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviewsSet in Watamu and only 400 metres from Mapango Beach, Charlie's PlaceWatamu offers accommodation with city views, free WiFi and free private parking.
From US$24 per night- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews
Situated 800 metres from Mapango Beach, 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park and 600 metres from Bio-Ken Snake Farm, Marion's incredible 2 bedroom apartment provides accommodation located in Watamu.
From US$29.40 per night
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What guests said about Watamu:
- 10.0
Some really good beaches... very full day trips on boats...
Some really good beaches... very full day trips on boats... lots of stalls to purchase things... good supermarkets on the main road if you are staying in a villa... due to the heavy Italian tourist presence, there are plenty of great eateries and restaurants... easy to get around on motorbike or tuk tuk... generally very safe compared to Nairobi.Guest review byAsefUnited Kingdom - 8.0
I loved my stay there. The room was big and clean.
I loved my stay there. The room was big and clean. The staff were very helpful and cheerful. I would also like to thank Yasmeen for making my stay pleasant. Thank you very much peponi villa entire crew 🙏Guest review byAhmedKenya - 10.0
Watamu is one of my favorite places to visit in North Coast.
Watamu is one of my favorite places to visit in North Coast. It is not overpowering like other towns in North Coast. The people are very friendly and hospitable. I particularly enjoyed the sunset views at Litchaus and Crab Shack. The cultural tour to Waka Waka Island and seeing dolphins. However, it can be pricier than other places. I recommend going with an open mind and a spirit of fun. To get the most from Watamu, do not rush. I recommend spacing out your travel and allowing yourself to soak it all in. There's definitely so much to see and learn from the local community.Guest review byAnonymous - 8.0
The people are quite friendly including cab divers.
The people are quite friendly including cab divers. The beaches are wonderful. Not too much interference from the beach boys. The area is relatively quiet in the evenings. Good for a person who has relaxation in mind. My favourite beach was Gecko resort. It is easy to get around Watamu with Tuk Tuk or cabs.Guest review bykaguru - 8.0
A bit expensive as it's made for tourists, so expect...
A bit expensive as it's made for tourists, so expect European prices (5EUR one beer or 8EUR a cocktail). The beach is amazing, it's totally worth it :) However, try to be in a beach chair, as those are in private restaurants or hotels; that's the only way the beach boys are not going to annoy you all the time (and even there, they might try to talk to you or stare at you, but it's less likely). There's a club (Come back club) that we loved, as the atmosphere and music were great :)Guest review byDanielaChile - 10.0
Watamu, Kenya, is a stunning coastal destination that offers...
Watamu, Kenya, is a stunning coastal destination that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and vibrant local culture. From the moment you arrive, you’re welcomed by incredibly friendly people who make you feel right at home. The sandy beaches are breathtaking, providing endless opportunities for relaxation, sunbathing, and leisurely beach walks. The warm climate is perfect for enjoying the sun and indulging in outdoor activities like snorkeling, which reveals a mesmerizing underwater world. Watamu is also a haven for food lovers, with fresh seafood and delicious local dishes being a highlight. Whether you’re traveling with family, seeking a romantic escape, or just craving a relaxing getaway, Watamu offers something for everyone, from serene sunsets to memorable shore experiences. On the downside, the area can be quite loud and a little chaotic at times, especially in busier spots. However, this minor inconvenience is easily overshadowed by the overall charm and tranquility of this coastal paradise. Watamu is a destination that truly captures the heart and offers unforgettable memories. Highly recommended! 🌴☀️Guest review byJoannaPoland
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- From US$161.50 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Superb - What previous guests thought, 247 reviewsAmazing paradise location and hotel! A beautiful place with everything you need to relax - a beautiful pool, outside beds and palm trees. Gorgeous mangrove trees, and fun to walk on the reef during low tide. Some parts of the day we felt like the only guests, not like the more touristic hotels. All the staff treated us very well, always very helpful! Also great to have the option to go with the free boat ride over to the other side of the creek, to Short beach and Garoda beach. I also recommend Lichthaus and Crab Shack for sunset meals.Guest review byHÅKON RYDLANDNorway
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviewsFrom the moment we arrived, the warmth and hospitality at this property were second to none. The location is superb, conveniently nestled in a serene spot that’s easily accessible. Giuseppe, our host, was outstanding, making sure we felt right at home. One of the highlights of our stay was the culinary delight prepared by Rukia, Giuseppe’s wife. As a resident of Kenya, I can confidently say it was some of the best food I’ve had in the country. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a genuinely delightful experience.Guest review byFedericaItaly
- From US$56 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 10.0Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviewsThanks for hosting,the host was so welcoming, Great location You can see the sea view from the balcony which is a plus. Its 5mins walk to Acquarius beach And 10mins to Watamu beach. Good wifi speed,very clean and i liked it has 2 washrooms and 2bathhrooms,very massive dinning which is good for family I loved the watamu village view which is very beautifil. The host was very kind and allowed me for late checking in and also there is late check out as well. Would definately come back again.Guest review byAnyanguKenya
- From US$220 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 7.5Good - What previous guests thought, 161 reviewsWe loved the traditional style with the white washed buildings underneath cool makuti high roofs. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. Always attentive to everyone’s needs and ready to help. The buffet style meals were excellent with plenty of choice to suit all tastes. The location opposite Turtle Island directly on the beautiful white beach is perfect. A visit to the Watamu Marine Park is a must. The variety of gorgeous marine life is a feast for the eyes.Guest review byElaineUnited Kingdom
- From US$177.30 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very good - What previous guests thought, 147 reviewsStay duration: 4 nights (5 days) 1. Very friendly staff which made it a good experience. 2. Good pool location, and very clean changing rooms too. 3. Large rooms cleaned on a daily. 4. Great location giving the perfect blend of beach and cliff scenery. 5. Kokomo restaurant which is a must see when in Watamu is literally 2 minutes walk from the hotel along the beach.Guest review byChristineUnited Kingdom
