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.
Carcatella
Italy
The pool was great, the food had a good variety, the location was fantastic, just in front of the beach. The resort was clean and the staff very helpful
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.
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.
Mentor
Kosovo
A very nice and quiet place very suitable to fill up your batteries.
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.
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.
Watamu Ascot Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Watamu. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a casino.
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.
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.
Eric Joël
Luxembourg
Central location near of the beach and restaurants. Try the Swahili restaurant nearby named Wasafi. Staff very helpful. I will come back. The breakfast was ok and wifi signal very good.
Located in Watamu, a few steps from Jacaranda Bay Beach, Twiga Beach Resort has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
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.
Irene
Kenya
It has a lovely view of the ocean and the rooms are well kept.
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.
On average, 3-star hotels in Watamu cost $149 per night, and 4-star hotels in Watamu are $116 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Watamu can be found for $255 per night, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Watamu this weekend is $155 or, for a 4-star hotel, $143. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Watamu for this weekend cost around $340 per night, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs $155 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Watamu for tonight. You'll pay around $136 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Watamu will cost around $789, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
Watamu has a charm to it. Very relaxed but amazing places to discover The beach is beautiful! Catching sunsets is not a problem. so many places to catch some of the most glorious sunsets you will ever see.
Within the town centre is a small eatery called The Place! Great chef & delicious meals.
Beth
Kenya
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.
The rooms were spacious and comfortable and the air conditioning worked well.
I highly recommend the full back. legs and feet massage offered at the hotel- I felt fantastic afterwards. It is an Egyptian style massage - with two therapists working in tandem. Also the head therapist - who is a physiotherapist - also provided me a short but very effective neck massage that took away the pain in my shoulders and neck.
Happy hour cocktails at the hotel bar with great views of the beach and ocean was wonderful.
This is honestly one of the best places I've ever stayed, I didn't want to leave!
So relaxed and quiet with wonderful staff (especially Seline). Your stress levels just disappear as soon as you arrive! Swimming pool was a great way to cool off after being out for the day. The room was big and comfortable, no mosquitoes. Food was delicious!
It is a mile or two from the beach but you can get there in a tuk tuk easily. The beaches and snorkeling are stunning and Gedi ruins are also well worth a visit.
The 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.
The location is a little out of town but the mototaxi are only 100 Kes and they are always outside. It is a 5 minute walk to the most idyllic beach. The beach shack is a wonderful place to chill with brilliant cooked to order seafood.
Staff are lovely and always available to help you. First hotel I have stayed at in Africa that actually provided more than enough towels !!! Which all smelt lovely and fresh
friendly and helpful staff, in particular Lizzy and Benjamin. The whole compound and its surroundings had a good atmosphere and sufficient intimacy for a relaxed vacation and human interaction. After a visit to the Garoda hotel, we knew the difference: at the Watamu Beach Cottages we felt at home. Thanks also for the monkeys who entertained us for free.
It is a short walk to the nearest beach, where there are plenty of small restaurants and bars. The area is quite safe as there are two hotels in the local vicinity. Very peaceful in the evenings, even with the close vicinity of the hotels. Mohamed, our contact, was extremely helpful and managed to resolve the dew small issues that we had.
Nice, clean and quiet place where the staff like always in Kenya makes everything possible to make you feel happy. This is very special in this country and they are for half part everywhere of my satisfaction...
Smile and kindness bring a special energy . And then the magical of watamu makes your stay unique.
We 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 ;)
Amazing 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.
What an amazing place right on the beach. Super happy I found it. Brilliant meals and dinners made by the utstanding cook Justice and a green and colorful garden kept wild and splendors by Oscar. Sandy white beaches and 30° water. Paradise
The pool area and the Lichthaus bar were quite nice great places to hang out and enjoy a meal.
The beds were also comfortable with a nice view of the garden/sea.
Beautiful sea/ beach area quite scenic great for morning or evening walks.
Clean, 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.
☆☆☆☆☆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!
Central location near of the beach and restaurants. Try the Swahili restaurant nearby named Wasafi. Staff very helpful. I will come back. The breakfast was ok and wifi signal very good.
the 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.
The 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 recommend
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