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Rock and Sea Resort, hotel in Watamu

Set in Watamu in the Coast Region Region, 900 metres from Short Beach (Watamu Marine Park), Rock and Sea Resort features a private beach area and water sports facilities.

9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
40 reviews
Price from£282.66per night
Eco Villas Watamu, hotel in Watamu

Ecolodge Jua Bahari is located in the small town of Timboni, just 2 km away from Watamu Beach. Surrounded by palm trees, the lodge has an outdoor pool and restaurant.

9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
48 reviews
Price from£37.21per night
Marijani Holiday Resort, hotel in Watamu

Located in Watamu, 100 metres from Watamu Bay Beach, Marijani Holiday Resort provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
112 reviews
Price from£43.62per night
Pole Pole Beach House, hotel in Watamu

Pole Pole Beach House is located in Watamu - Jacaranda Beach. Located at 50 mt from the beach. The property features an seasonal outdoor pool and is set 9 km from Watamu Supermarket.

7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
90 reviews
Price from£48.04per night
Simba House, hotel in Watamu

Featuring garden views and a garden, Simba House provides accommodation ideally situated in Watamu, within a short distance of Mapango Beach, Watamu Bay Beach and Papa Remo Beach.

8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
36 reviews
Price from£49.87per night
Rafiki Village, hotel in Watamu

Located in Watamu in the Coast Region Region, 1 km from Watamu town, Rafiki Village boasts an outdoor pool and sun terrace. Certain units include a seating area to relax in after a busy day.

8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
69 reviews
Price from£49.32per night
Medina Palms, hotel in Watamu

Located on Watamu beach, the luxury Medina Palms features unique architecture and a tropical garden, outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and views of the Indian Ocean.

8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
175 reviews
Price from£201.07per night
Life Resort St. Thomas Royal Palm, hotel in Watamu

Facing the beachfront, Life Resort St. Thomas Royal Palm offers 5-star accommodation in Watamu and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and shared lounge.

6.7
Scored 6.7
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
42 reviews
Price from£78.37per night
Kobe Suite Resort, hotel in Watamu

With a tropical garden and and private beach area, Kobe Suite Resort is located in Watamu. The resort has two outdoor pools and can arrange massages on request.

8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
216 reviews
Price from£208.59per night
Seven Islands Resort, hotel in Watamu

Set in Watamu, Seven Islands Resort features a private beach area, outdoor swimming pool and garden. Facilities at the property include a bar and restaurant.

7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
196 reviews
Price from£89.45per night
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Budget hotels in Watamu

  • Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo
    Cheap hotel

    Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Watamu.

    very nice and comfortable, clean and staff super friendly and helpful

    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 42 reviews
  • Ocean Sports Resort
    Cheap hotel

    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.

    The concept if sustainability and food is just amazing!

    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 358 reviews
  • Ascot Watamu
    Cheap hotel

    Ascot Watamu features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Watamu. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a casino.

    The accomodation was very nice, clean and the staff was amazing!

    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 11 reviews
  • Turtle Bay Beach Club
    Cheap hotel

    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.

    The view was excellent, especially the ocean area,

    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 196 reviews
  • Twiga Beach Resort
    Cheap hotel

    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 shared lounge.

    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 7 reviews

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What guests said about Watamu:

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Interesting town, much to see, like the TAAF Snake Farm,...

    Interesting town, much to see, like the TAAF Snake Farm, where I was for a course, the Gede ruins and much more. Good infrastructure, which is not in all coastal towns in Kenya the case. The beach in front of Papa Remo is alone worth going there!
    Chris
    Kenya
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Watamu is a place to be..

    Watamu is a place to be..I enjoyed my stay,i walked on the beautiful white sand beach.I enjoyed music at Mkoko bar and restaurant near Mapango beach. I had a night disco at starlight and the locals are friendly,, always taking care of us and ask if we are okay. I will obviously come back next year.
    A
    Anonymous
  • 4.0
    Scored 4.0

    Watamu is beautiful , but unfortunately too touristical for...

    Watamu is beautiful , but unfortunately too touristical for me. Heavily overpriced for Kenya. People who like bust tourist spots will like it though... traditionally many Italians, if you want to avoid those, Watamu is also not your choice
    A
    Anonymous
    Germany
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Watamu has lovely people, tourists are so safe its unreal.

    Watamu has lovely people, tourists are so safe its unreal. Large Italian population and visitors, so most hotels and resteuraunts are italian owned. Best place to eat and the most jawdropping view is from Ocean Sports.
    David
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Watamu as such is lovely with a few good public beaches.

    Watamu as such is lovely with a few good public beaches. Restaurants are galore and most really good, although mostly expensive. Among the coastal towns I visited in Kenya and Tanzania, I have come back to Watamu most often. The water is crystal clear, the beach white and not overrun, and the area offers enough activities to not get boring.
    Joachim
    Germany
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Local administration and hoteliers should strive to attract...

    Local administration and hoteliers should strive to attract more local tourists. Overdependence on foreigners leads to exaggerated prices in addition to leaving Watamu as a ghost town especially in low season.
    Kinini

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Watamu

  • From £45.91 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 112 reviews
    The staff was super friendly, especially the manager. He even came on his day off to show us around. The room was quite spacious with a large balcony and nice sofas outside. Also, the location is great! Even though the way to the beach is littered and rather stinky, once you get to the beach (and it's literally 2 minutes of walk), it's really nice. And there are some really good restaurants on the beach! We felt safe in the neighborhood, even when getting back to the hotel after sunset.
    Claudia
    Poland
  • From £79.16 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 103 reviews
    The place was awesome. I was working while I was there and it was very cozy, comfortable and the staff was so accommodating. Internet was very good, was working back in the states and had no issues. The shower was also the best shower I’ve had in Kenya. Water pressure was perfect. Netflix on the tv was also a huge plus. Couldn’t recommend more for anyone trying to relax and enjoy Watamu.
    Sean
    United States
  • From £23.75 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 144 reviews
    We stayed in the tents. Loved the feeling of being in our own little forest with monkeys and birds all around. Open air shower is so refreshing. Not a far walk to the most amazing beach. Think its a brilliant idea with different kinds of accommodations available for different budgets and preferences. The Snackbar was wonderful. Stanley and his team really makes amazing food.
    Trudie
    Tanzania
  • From £265.98 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 12 reviews
    Everything was perfect - one of the best hotel we have been in our life. The atmosphere is very special. The design of the hotel is better than a 5 stars hotel. The owners and staff take care of every details. We appreciate also a lot the bedroom and swimming pool with sea view. Amazing food there as well.
    Sarah
    Israel
  • From £76.79 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 419 reviews
    The environment was very beautiful. Shops were within easy reach. The beach was always fun. I enjoyed the Massai performance on Friday night and the Beach party on Saturday night. The Locals spoke Italiano. I was quite impressed! I would love to be back
    Anney
    Nigeria
  • From £48.04 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 90 reviews
    The beach house was great and great value and the receptionist Safari was very helpful and nice. The house was a 3 minute walk to the beach and they had some nice beach umbrellas to provide shade. The beach is quiet, white sand and good swimming.
    Bindi
    Uganda
  • From £150.41 per night
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 196 reviews
    All-inclusive - great food but the alcoholic beverages were quite disappointing - they offer only the cheapest alcohol. The hotel is spacious, great beach and best in the area, by all the locals we met. there is great diving center in the hotel.
    Adéla
    Czech Republic
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 379 reviews
    It’s a really nice hotel! The staff is amazing, ready to welcome you and treat you well. A good place to relax: right in front of the beach, another nice pool in the garden with a bar. Restaurant is delicious. Best aperol I ever had!
    Thaina
    United Arab Emirates
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 358 reviews
    Cheap hotel average accommodation but great value for money in a most scenic beach resort. A very popular hotel with many visitors and great atmosphere seems to be well populated by families We definitely would recommend this place.
    norris
    United Kingdom
  • From £42.75 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 49 reviews
    The ambience was amazing, the breakfast was great. Don't leave without trying The cake!!! The best part was the few moments with the host, she's very knowledgeable and interesting.would definitely go back. Very close to the beach!
    John Munge
    Kenya
  • From £27.07 per night
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 83 reviews
    Very good apartment. The pool is very clean. The location is good, 5 minutes away from the best pizza place in Watamu. The beach is also 5 minutes away if you don't mind climbing corrals. The host was very nice and supportive.
    Artem
    Russia
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 203 reviews
    Everything was great at Mbuyu - the rooms, the staff, the pool and all with very quick access to the main beach and bars. Plus the restaurant is fantastic and had the best cocktails we had anywhere else in Kenya!
    Allegra
    United Kingdom
  • From £106.87 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 147 reviews
    Very nice hotel if you want to rest and take it slowly (not ideal if you want to move around Watamu) Details of the hotel are very nice. Staff and food are amazing
    lamen4
    France
  • From £70.45 per night
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 42 reviews
    Breakfast was good. Salt water pool was great. Beach was great. Flowers and grounds were lovely. It was not pretentious. It was Kenyan and fun.
    James
    United States
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 358 reviews
    The ocean view is great. Its also very close to the main Watamu town center. The pool was also nice and the attendant there was great.
    Frank
    Kenya
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 379 reviews
    Very nice beach. One off the cleanest I've been to in Kenya. Friendly staff. Room AC was great.
    david
    United States
  • From £182.07 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 216 reviews
    Kobe is located on the stunning Garoda beach. Best location in Watamu. Food is superb.
    Alessandro
    Italy
  • From £61.75 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 15 reviews
    Was well directed and warmly received. Took breakfast at turtle bay beach hotel
    Mwangi
    Kenya
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 26 reviews
    Hospitality was amazing, location is the best
    AMIRHOSSEIN
    Iran
  • From £89.45 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 196 reviews
    Beautiful location on the beach
    aamir_kenya
    Kenya