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Lily Palm Resort
Situated in Watamu in the Coast Region Region, 7 km from Watamu National Marine Park, Lily Palm Resort boasts 3 swimming pools, 2 restaurants and a private beach area.
Turtle Bay Beach Club
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.
Palm Garden Boutique Hotel
Set in Watamu, 1.1 km from Garoda Beach, Palm Garden Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo
Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Watamu.
The Charming Lonno Lodge Watamu
Lonno Lodge features a salt-water pool lined with thatched parasols and a private beach area. Located 4 km from Watamu centre, it provides luxury accommodation decorated with local artefacts.
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.
Mawe Zuri Resort
Mawe Zuri Resort has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Watamu. Located around less than 1 km from Papa Remo Beach, the hotel with free WiFi is also 2 km away from Watamu Bay Beach.
Ascot Watamu
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.
Lalasalama B&B
Situated in Watamu, 80 metres from Watamu Bay Beach, Lalasalama B&B features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.
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 shared lounge.
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Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotel9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 42 reviewsBoutique 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
9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 13 reviewsLonno Lodge features a salt-water pool lined with thatched parasols and a private beach area. Located 4 km from Watamu centre, it provides luxury accommodation decorated with local artefacts.
Everything was perfect, food, staff, location and accomodation
Ocean Sports Resort
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotel8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 364 reviewsLocated 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!
Ascot Watamu
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotel8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 13 reviewsAscot 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!
Palm Garden Boutique Hotel
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotel8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 50 reviewsSet in Watamu, 1.1 km from Garoda Beach, Palm Garden Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
Séjour exceptionnel. Je recommande ce merveilleux hôtel.
Lily Palm Resort
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotel7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 430 reviewsSituated in Watamu in the Coast Region Region, 7 km from Watamu National Marine Park, Lily Palm Resort boasts 3 swimming pools, 2 restaurants and a private beach area.
The place is very beautiful! The staff are quite friendly.
Twiga Beach Resort
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotel7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 7 reviewsSet 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.
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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!ChrisKenya - 10Scored 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.AAnonymous - 4.0Scored 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 choiceAAnonymousGermany - 10Scored 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 - 10Scored 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.
JoachimGermany - 8.0Scored 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
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- 8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 84 reviewsI was looking for a clean vacation home for my the whole family, cleanliness and sanitation was what I was looking for and Yes everything was clean! The host came to welcome us and make sure we had all we needed 👍.The chef (Patrick) was fabulous, he was not only a great cook but he was respectful and chatted with everyone, he also helped us get a tour ride around Watamu. The care taker was very respectful (Franklin) , we’ll be visiting again!HHannaUnited States
- From £174.40 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 211 reviewsThe hotel has a lovely rustic coastal feel which we appreciated. The kids loved the pools and spent their days there or at the beach which was conveniently located nearby. It was so good to meet so many friendly tourists and we appreciated the many bottles of water in our room, which were replenished each day. Very thoughtful during this hot season. We also enjoyed some of the spa treatments at Wasserhaus Spa.
CATHERINEAustralia - From £80.37 per night8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 109 reviewsThe 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.
SeanUnited States - From £34.32 per night7.3Scored 7.3GoodRated good· 9 reviewsGreat staff - Jojo was really helpful in getting me sorted with everything to do in Watamu. Erik the regular Boda driver also was incredible and always available to pick and drop me off to places. Great location - walking distance to Papa Remos and the beach. Easy to get a boda to main Watamu village. I liked the room size and also liked that I had a kitchen to cook.
MonicaUnited Kingdom - 8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 217 reviewsI loved this hotel. It’s in the most incredible location. The beach is stunning. The hotel has 2 beautiful salt water pools. My room had a lovely porch overlooking the back pool. The room is really generously sized. The food is delish and the margaritas exceptional! And the staff wonderful- attentive but never in your face. Kobe is so special!
AmishaUnited Kingdom - 9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 41 reviewsThe staff was very friendly and willing to assist. The beach was also just steps away from the property as well as the pool and beach towels were provided. There were also some specials guests- the owners dogs! The breakfasts were also very good with fresh baked goods, fresh eggs, and freshly squeezed juice as well as eggs your way.LindsayKenya
- From £69.44 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 167 reviewsEverything- stunning, staff is friendly and attentive and it is never loud. This place is exactly what I needed and it is owned by a local family (this should be commonplace but coastal Kenya is very much neocolonized). They pay attention to details. It’s impossible to be here and not feel like you’re at the best joint in town.
LeratoSouth Africa - 9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 76 reviewsWe had a great time at Zawadi Residence, which is ideally located between Watamu village and the Beach, while offering a quiet location to rest and enjoy some down Time after travelling around Kenya. Adorable staff and amazing breakfast - highly recommence ! And book directly by calling the host if possible ;)VViktoriaSwitzerland
- From £24.11 per night8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 147 reviewsTucked away in the bush and near the beach. Got up for early morning swim on a quiet stretch of beach and the road. Transport a bit pricier as it's further from the main part of Watamu but makes up for it by being less busy. Facilities were great for budget accommodation. Outdoor shower was nice!Kekeno71New Zealand
- 8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 5 reviewsExcellent location. The hotel itself has obviously suffered during Covid so some amenities tended to be missing. Otherwise it was one of the best resort locations on that stretch of the beach. The staff were excellent and special mention to James who kept us entertained by the pool everyday.
MichaelUnited Kingdom - From £152.70 per night7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 192 reviewsAmazing location with close proximity to Watamu town. It has very welcoming and professional staff. All the meals were great with a good ambience overlooking the beach. I loved the garden; the area was well landscaped with full of well cut grass and palm trees.JustinKenya
- From £69.44 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 167 reviewsClean, quiet place. Customer service was 5 star. Bed was extremely comfortable. Keep track of what you are spending on dinner and drinks.They tried to charge us more than they should have. Good thing we wrote it all down.PhilipUnited States
- 8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 195 reviewsEverything 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!AllegraUnited Kingdom
- From £156.52 per night9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 164 reviewsAmazing view from the room and on the beach. Friendly personnel and management. Delicious Italian dishes in the hotel restaurant. Good sea nature around. White beach close to the hotel.AlekseyUnited States
- 7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 89 reviewsView and private beach were so peaceful. Manager Safari went out of his way to make guests extremely comfortable and have an enjoyable time. Best manager I have ever met.Joy ArringtonUnited States
- 6.7Scored 6.7PleasantRated pleasant· 3 reviewsThe host Zaitun was very friendly and helpful,the unit is exactly as advertised and in a very secure location,walking distance to the beach. Highly recommendMutheuKenya
- From £90.82 per night7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 198 reviewsThe location of the hotel is nice. I liked the access to the beach. It was a very nice view from the sunbeds,lunch at Papa remo is a nice add.
PeeterKenya - From £90.82 per night7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 198 reviewsRooms are big, comfortable and clean. Beach is beautiful. The facilities of Papa Remo (same owner, next door) offer the best food in town.EdytaPoland
- 7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 430 reviewsThe ocean view and the hotel service. The place is generally good for family.BethKenya
- 8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 386 reviewsThe location on Watamu beach was good.
harrySouth Africa
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