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Turtle Bay Beach Club
Hotel in Watamu
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.
katherine
United States of America
Pasta chef was excellent. But when he had the night off his replacement knew nothing and had not been briefed.
7.4
Scored 7.4
Good
Rated good
191 reviews
Price from$190per night
Palm Garden Boutique Hotel
Hotel in Watamu
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.
Jerry
United States of America
Breakfast was spot on. Location was pretty decent. A little far removed from restaurants/shopping and such, but that is kinda what I wanted so was very good for my needs. I answered no regarding the question above "Did the price I paid match the expectations I had when I booked". I answered no because the facility far exceeded my expectation. I felt it was a very good value.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
51 reviews
Price from$134per night
Life Resort St. Thomas Royal Palm
Hotel in Watamu
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.
wycliffe
Kenya
staff
6.7
Scored 6.7
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
37 reviews
Price from$119per night
Alawi Home
Hotel in Watamu Beach, Watamu
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.
9.9
Scored 9.9
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
7 reviews
Price from$200per night
Watamu Adventist Beach Resort
Hotel in Watamu Beach, Watamu
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.
Omanwa
Kenya
Cleanliness
5.1
Scored 5.1
Average
Rated fair
30 reviews
Price from$34.20per night
The Charming Lonno Lodge Watamu
Hotel in Watamu Beach, Watamu
Lonno Lodge features a salt-water pool lined with thatched sun umbrellas and a private beach area.
Tom
United Kingdom
Charming is an apt name for this beautiful hidden away gem. The staff are exceptionally friendly and helpful, really working hard to ensure our stay was a dream romantic romp. They even prepared a tailored vegan alternative menu that was an unexpected touch of care. We're truly grateful to Silvia and her team.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
13 reviews
Price from$336per night
Mawe Zuri Resort
Hotel in Watamu Beach, Watamu
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.
Maureen
Kenya
The serenity and quietness of the hotel!!! Just perfect! And being at the sea front made evenings perfect for a sit and chill watching the sunset and listening to the wind. The staff were also exceptionally polite and friendly.
If you’re looking to rejuvenate and take some time out. This is it! I think I found my spot anytime am off for R&R 😁
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
112 reviews
Price from$95per night
Ascot Watamu
Hotel in Watamu Beach, 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...
Sanne
Netherlands
It was really beautiful, the staff was amazing and it is very calm. Very good for a trip when you want to relax.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
13 reviews
Price from$115per night
Lalasalama B&B
Hotel in Watamu Beach, Watamu
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.
Ogola
Kenya
The cleanliness
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
64 reviews
Price from$40per night
Lily Palm Resort
Hotel in Watamu Beach, Watamu
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.
Andrew
Philippines
Perfect location, lovely room and friendly staff. Loved the food too.
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
432 reviews
Price from$102per night
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8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 64 reviews
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7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 191 reviews
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8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 112 reviews
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8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 51 reviews
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6.7Scored 6.7PleasantRated pleasant· 37 reviews
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9.9Scored 9.9ExceptionalRated exceptional· 7 reviews
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8.5Scored 8.5Very GoodRated very good· 13 reviews
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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 hotel8.5Scored 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 8.7ExcellentRated 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· 432 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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- From $79.23 per night8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 85 reviewsHow close can you get to Paradise? Pretty close! At least when you stay at A Rocha Watamu. Surrounded by untouched nature, birds singing, colourful lizzards peacefully walking by. Good traditional kenyan food and the possibilit to get in touch with the researchers and volunteers monitoring birds and reefs. Unforgettable sunrises at this dream of beach. An atmosphere as peace- and respectful towards the environment. Nice conversations with other guests or employees. This is indeed a happy place for all those who favor natures luxuries.TomGermany
- 8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 118 reviewsThe 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.
ClaudiaPoland - From $135 per night9.1Scored 9.1WonderfulRated wonderful· 157 reviewsWe generally loved EVERYTHING about The Mida Creek and had to extend by one night to enjoy fully. From the staff, room, views, food, boat rides. The waters are also very calm on this other side. We loved how intimate the place is, it's such a great hide out. We really enjoyed the boat rides to and fro the hotel, that was such an experience on its own. This is our current favorite place in Watamu and we will be back. Thank you Mariam and team for such great services.
NancyKenya - From $113 per night7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 201 reviewsThis resort was a hidden gem. Through Booking.com, the rates were exceptional. The resort is located directly on one of Watamus' most beautiful beaches. The staff were both friendly and very accommodating. The rooms were unusually large by resort standards. The breakfast was delicious with flexible hours. The GM was always on hand to make sure were had everything we needed. We will make this one of our top choices when returning to Kenyas' coast.
SandraUnited 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 $33.99 per night7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 10 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
- From $254 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 177 reviewsThis is a fabulous hotel with its own private beach and the wind based water sports are complimentary which is a nice touch. The suite was large, the bed super comfortable and the breakfast all one might expect. The croissant could have been made in France! Pools are warm and a good mix of shade and sunny spots.
guyUnited Kingdom - 8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 218 reviewsKobe was paradise! The location was idyllic, room very spacious and comfortable, staff friendly and helpful, food delicious and very good value. The ambience was peaceful, chic and relaxing. Pools were quiet and super clean. The beach was easily accessible and good for walks into Watamu. We will be back!
FionaUnited Kingdom - From $190 per night7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 191 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
- 7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 432 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
- 8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 386 reviewsIt’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!
ThainaUnited Arab Emirates - From $42 per night8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 64 reviewsThe location was superb, just a minute's walk from the beach. The room exuded coziness and boasted beautiful furniture. The bathroom was decently appointed with an appealing setup. Additionally, breakfast was delicious.JoshuaCanada
- From $254 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 177 reviews☆☆☆☆☆It has evertything you need for a perfect holiday - pure white sand beach in front and clear blue waters - we had a beautiful time here for our beach vacation! I'm giving this hotel my best recommendation!KarenUnited Arab Emirates
- 8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 15 reviewsthe house is as described. it has air-conditioning which functions well, when there is electricity in Watamu. The local team, led by Hasimi, were helpful and available when needed.Andrew O-SUnited Kingdom
- From $194.75 per night9.1Scored 9.1WonderfulRated wonderful· 163 reviewsEverything was amazing at Visiwa. A sweet, intimate space with the beach right in front of the property. The restaurant serves delicious food and the staff all superb.
BrunaBrazil - 8.5Scored 8.5Very GoodRated very good· 364 reviewsThe location is amazing, just in front of the sea. It’s a simple but nice hotel with a very comfortable bed, we slept so good every day!
LuciaSpain - From $265.50 per night8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 71 reviewsOne of the best facilities at Watamu. Beautiful and serene. Excellent staff at the bar lounge and the best pizzas in the africa.
RiteshIndia - 8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 386 reviewsThe hotel has good facilities. The staff at the pool were very helpful. We really enjoyed the beach.
hildaKenya - 8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 218 reviewsThe beach in front was good for swim and walk and rooms were very comfortableMichelleBrazil
- From $140 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 108 reviewsThe place wa ok right at the beach front door relaxing .
Mrs. Bilal WilliamsKenya
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