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Turtle Bay Beach Club
On 656 feet 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
Located in Watamu, a 12-minute walk from Garoda Beach, Palm Garden Boutique Hotel has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
Life Resort St. Thomas Royal Palm
Facing the beachfront, Life Resort St. Thomas Royal Palm offers 5-star accommodations in Watamu and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and shared lounge.
Alawi Home
Offering an outdoor pool and a private beach area, Alawi Home is located in the Watamu Beach district in Watamu, 5.7 mi from Bio-Ken Snake Farm. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.
Watamu Adventist Beach Resort
Located in Watamu, a few steps from Papa Remo Beach, Watamu Adventist Beach Resort has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.
The Charming Lonno Lodge Watamu
Lonno Lodge features a salt-water pool lined with thatched sun umbrellas and a private beach area.
Mawe Zuri Resort
Mawe Zuri Resort has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Watamu. Located around a 9-minute walk from Papa Remo Beach, the hotel with free WiFi is also 1.2 miles 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. Guests can have a drink at the...
Lalasalama B&B
Located in Watamu, a few steps from Watamu Bay Beach, Lalasalama B&B has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.
Lily Palm Resort
Located in Watamu in the Coast Region Region, 4.3 mi from Watamu National Marine Park, Lily Palm Resort features 3 swimming pools, 2 restaurants and a private beach area.
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Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotel9.3Scored 9.3WonderfulRated wonderful· 41 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 sun umbrellas and a private beach area.
Everything was perfect, food, staff, location and accomodation
Ascot Watamu
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotel8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 14 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 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 51 reviewsLocated in Watamu, a 12-minute walk from Garoda Beach, Palm Garden Boutique Hotel has accommodations 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· 436 reviewsLocated in Watamu in the Coast Region Region, 4.3 mi from Watamu National Marine Park, Lily Palm Resort features 3 swimming pools, 2 restaurants and a private beach area.
The place is very beautiful! The staff are quite friendly.
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What Guests Said About Watamu:
- 8.0Scored 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!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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- 7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 89 reviewsI love the location - perfect spot for beach holiday and not too fair-away from Watamu - yes the road is not perfect but for me it was part of my Kenya experience :-) They are a few very good restaurant on the beach and Safari was always very helpful , he even took as to a local church which was amazing experience ! I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to relax and learn a bit about the locals , the location is very safe . Pole Pole
VeronikaUnited Kingdom - From $211 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 216 reviewsIn general, the hotel is expanding and building new structures like yoga place and a very good place for a stay in Watamu —-but I’ll reconsider my choices next year because of breakfast policy. The swimming pool is lovely as always and the New Fitness in an open space is well equipped and modern and I enjoyed working out. Rooms are stocked with water and variety of tea and a pot. Easy access to Lichthaus. Bed was comfy with many pillows.
DenisUnited States of America - From $100 per night8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 115 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 of America - 7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 1 reviewThe location is great for access to most places in Watamu and we walked to the beach. There are restaurants in Watamu village that you can walk to at any hour. We were on the same road with the rest of the family so it was super convenient to drive down to them in minutes. Safe parking. Secure compound. The host and caretaker were available when needed and were friendly ladies.PatrickKenya
- From $120 per night9.3Scored 9.3WonderfulRated wonderful· 43 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 $78.92 per night9.4Scored 9.4WonderfulRated wonderful· 27 reviewsAmazing place,the best we have stayed at in Africa. Felt like we were in a 5* hotel..spotless, comfortable,quiet. We extended our stay by an extra night we liked it so much..Maggie looked after us impeccably, warm and a perfect host,ready to help whenever we needed her. Highly recommended recommended.
HMalawi - 7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 89 reviewsThis is a great, clean beach house right next to a lovely white sand beach. The water is pretty warm and there arent aggressive beach boys at the beach. There are tiki beach umbrellas on the beach that you can hang out under. The receptionist Safari was very nice as well.
BindiUganda - From $38 per night9.4Scored 9.4WonderfulRated wonderful· 17 reviewsSal&lala Castle very nice place to stay next time I come to watuma I will stay here again for longer next time room was very nice and the place is not far frm beach staff at the hotel were very nice also and it is a very clean place to stay and we'll worth the priceLalKenya
- 7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 436 reviewsBreakfast could have been improved upon. Omelettes were made fresh, but otherwise options were limited in the buffet. Slices of cheese and deli meat. Pool was stunning with view of the ocean. Beach was beautiful. Great relaxing area of Watamu.NathanielUnited States of America
- 8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 98 reviewsBeautiful coastal themed structures. Incredibly friendly, warm, helpful and competent staff from the start all the way to the end. Beautiful views of the ocean. Beautiful beach and access to it. This was the best hotel experience I have ever had.KevinKenya
- From $190 per night7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 192 reviewsAll-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.AdélaCzech Republic
- 8.5Scored 8.5Very GoodRated very good· 364 reviewsFirst went 26 years ago, it still has the same charm and character and yet it is one of the few hotels in Kenya that has given the place an overhaul during covid. Looking for to or next visit.AndyUnited Kingdom
- From $31 per night8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 73 reviewsVery nice and quiet area, close to the beach with helpful and very kind host. The swimming pool is amazing, as well as the size of the room is huge...AleksandarMontenegro
- From $113 per night7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 203 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
- 8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 386 reviewsThe place has a beautiful beach and the restaurant experience is excellent. Staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming as well.MadungKenya
- 8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 218 reviewsThe staff are so friendly. Amazing property beach front and close to all other activitiesKwetondaUganda
- 7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 436 reviewsThe ocean view and the hotel service. The place is generally good for family.BethKenya
- From $135 per night9.1Scored 9.1WonderfulRated wonderful· 160 reviewsAll was absolutely perfect. The area is the best of watamu.
RocioSpain - From $140 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 108 reviewsThe place wa ok right at the beach front door relaxing .
Mrs. Bilal WilliamsKenya - 8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 386 reviewsThe location on Watamu beach was good.harrySouth Africa
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