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The 10 Best Homestays in Watamu, Kenya

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Located within less than 1 km of Mapango Beach and a 10-minute walk of Watamu Bay Beach, Waridi House provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Watamu. This guest house features a private pool, a garden and free private parking. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, a shared kitchen and currency exchange for guests.

- Beautiful communal spaces including a huge sofa/TV area and dining table, open kitchen and lovely pool - The staff are fantastic: George, plus the two lovely women who cleaned the room every day and the night security guard - Good, quiet location in Watamu Town - Amazing value for money!

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9.4
Wonderful
7 reviews
Price from
$50.74
per night

Located 2.4 km from Mapango Beach, Watamu Sunrise Villa provides accommodation with a shared lounge, a garden and a shared kitchen for your convenience.

The units are furnished with tiled floors and feature a private bathroom, free WiFi, wardrobe, a living room, an equipped kitchen, patio and views over the garden. A microwave, a fridge and oven are also provided, as well as a kettle and a coffee machine. Kitchen and dining room are shared.

Excellent quality for the price!

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8.8
Excellent
74 reviews
Price from
$25
per night

Located just 700 metres from Watamu Bay Beach, Chiky Villa features accommodation in Watamu with access to an outdoor swimming pool, an open-air bath, as well as a shared kitchen. The property features pool and garden views, and is 600 metres from Mapango Beach. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

The room was exactly as in pictures. Its a self contained room with full kitchen, fridge and all the utensils you'll need. Bed was very comfortable. Fresh towels were provided. Pool was exceptional. The host Elena was very accommodating and helpful. This is a place you stay in for a week/month as it has everything you need for long stay

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8.7
Excellent
6 reviews

Situated on the beachfront in Watamu, 5 km from Watamu National Marine Park, Watamu Beach Cottages features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking.

A flat-screen TV, as well as a CD player are available. Certain rooms have a seating area for your convenience. You will find a kettle in the room. All rooms have a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. The cottages are self-catering and have fully equipped kitchens.

The location, the cottage (dhow), the staff were all wonderful. The cottages were kept spotless with cleaning each day. The beach is brilliant, away from the crowds.

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8.7
Excellent
54 reviews
Price from
$84
per night

Offering a garden and pool view, Tropics Villa Rooms, Chester Homestay's, Watamu Kenya is set in Watamu, less than 1 km from Watamu Bay Beach and a 11-minute walk from Papa Remo Beach. This homestay offers free private parking and a shared kitchen. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a year-round outdoor pool.

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1
Review score
1 reviews
Price from
$23.94
per night

Boasting a patio with garden views, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden, Nyumba Malkia at Tembo Village can be found in Watamu, close to Watamu Bay Beach and 500 metres from Papa Remo Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The guest house has family rooms.

The location and Hazel's guidance to get there The staff was amazing

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7.4
Good
10 reviews
Price from
$30.59
per night

Located in Watamu, within 500 metres of Watamu Bay Beach and 500 metres of Papa Remo Beach, Tembo village Jacaranda road provides accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 1.5 km from Mapango Beach, 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park and 1.2 km from Bio-Ken Snake Farm. Gedi Ruins is 6.9 km away and Mida Creek is 7.2 km from the homestay.

The staff was the best, has a lovely pool with spacious rooms and easy access from anywhere in Watamu.

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7.2
Good
14 reviews
Price from
$20
per night

Situated in Watamu and only 500 metres from Watamu Bay Beach, TEMBO VILLAGE features accommodation with pool views, free WiFi and free private parking. This recently renovated homestay is located 1.5 km from Mapango Beach and 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park. The property has a year-round outdoor pool with a pool bar and is set 500 metres from Papa Remo Beach.

The accomodations was big and very comfortable. The compound is very beautiful and quiet

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7.4
Good
24 reviews
Price from
$28.35
per night

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and views of garden, Chris House solo camere is a recently renovated homestay set in Watamu, 600 metres from Papa Remo Beach. This homestay offers air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and luggage storage for guests.

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10
Exceptional
2 reviews
Price from
$68
per night

Providing free WiFi, private parking and a private beach area, the recently renovated property of Nyumba Tulivu, offers rooms in Watamu, 400 metres from Watamu Bay Beach and 400 metres from Papa Remo Beach. There is a private entrance at the homestay for the convenience of those who stay. Guests can make use of the outdoor fireplace or the year-round outdoor pool, or enjoy views of the garden and inner courtyard.

The rooms were so neat, everything orderly placed,the peace of the environment was super not forgetting about the bedroom; magnificent.We almost forgot to check out,it was home away from home.The staff were so welcoming and assisting.They served us so well that we wish to revisit.

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7.3
Good
82 reviews
Price from
$30.60
per night

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Travelers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. These simple accommodations are in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.
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  • Watamu Sunrise Villa
    Budget options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 74 reviews

    Located 1.5 mi from Mapango Beach, Watamu Sunrise Villa provides accommodations with a shared lounge, a garden and a shared kitchen for your convenience.

    Es hat einen schönen Pool. Eine friedliche Umgebung

  • Watamu Beach Cottages
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 54 reviews

    Located on the beachfront in Watamu, 3.1 mi from Watamu National Marine Park, Watamu Beach Cottages features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking.

    Det var nära till stranden. Lugnt och avslappnat. God frukost

  • Tropics Villa Rooms,Chester Homestay's,Watamu Kenya
    1.0
    Scored 1.0
    Very Poor
    Rated very poor
     · 1 review

    Just a 11-minute walk from Watamu Bay Beach and 0.6 miles from Papa Remo Beach, Tropics Villa Rooms, Chester Homestay's, Watamu Kenya features accommodations in Watamu, with an outdoor swimming pool,...

  • Tembo village Jacaranda road
    Budget options available
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 14 reviews

    Offering a garden and a terrace, Tembo village Jacaranda road in Watamu is close to Watamu Bay Beach and Papa Remo Beach.

    The ambiance was quite amazing because it's family friendly.

  • TEMBO VILLAGE
    Budget options available
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 24 reviews

    Featuring free Wifi, private parking, and an outdoor swimming pool, the recently renovated property TEMBO VILLAGE offers accommodations in Watamu, a 5-minute walk from Watamu Bay Beach and 500 yards...

    The accomodations was big and very comfortable. The compound is very beautiful and quiet

  • Chris House solo camere
    Budget options available
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Chris House solo camere is a recently renovated homestay in Watamu where guests can make the most of its outdoor swimming pool, garden, and shared lounge.

  • PWANI HOUSE cottage
    Budget options available

    Just a 2-minute walk from Papa Remo Beach and 1.1 miles from Watamu Bay Beach, PWANI HOUSE cottage features accommodations in Watamu with a garden.

  • Nyumba Tulivu
    Budget options available
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 82 reviews

    Providing free Wifi, private parking, and a private beach area, the recently renovated property Nyumba Tulivu offers rooms in Watamu, a 4-minute walk from Watamu Bay Beach and 400 yards from Papa Remo...

    The room is spacious,good environment,good services

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  • Waridi House
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 7 reviews

    Waridi House features beauty services and an open-air bath, as well as air-conditioned accommodations in Watamu, a 9-minute walk from Mapango Beach.

  • Chiky Villa
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 6 reviews

    Providing pool views, Chiky Villa in Watamu features accommodations, an outdoor swimming pool, and a garden.

  • Nyumba Malkia at Tembo Village
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 10 reviews

    Offering an outdoor swimming pool and a garden, Nyumba Malkia at Tembo Village in Watamu is close to Watamu Bay Beach and Papa Remo Beach.

  • Watamu Sunflower House

    Just a 11-minute walk from Watamu Bay Beach and 0.8 miles from Papa Remo Beach, Watamu Sunflower House features accommodations in Watamu with an indoor pool.

  • King Lion Room - Watamu

    Just a 9-minute walk from Mapango Beach and half a mile from Watamu Bay Beach, King Lion Room - Watamu features accommodations in Watamu with an open-air bath, a garden, and a shared lounge.

  • Avana Resort Watamu

    Offering a garden and a bar, Avana Resort Watamu in Watamu is close to Watamu Bay Beach and Papa Remo Beach. Both Wifi and private parking are available at the guest house free of charge.

  • Nyumbani Tamu
    Central location

    Nyumbani Tamu provides beachfront accommodations in Watamu. With sea views, this accommodation features a swimming pool.

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Homestays That Guests Love in Watamu

  • Avg. price/night: $38
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 17 reviews
    It's a castle!!! It was an amazing experience.Great host and amazing staff always ready to assist and ensure I was comfortable. I have found my forever vacation home in Watamu. Best part was that I made a great and forever friend.!!
    kathembwa
    Solo traveler
  • 10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review
    The Garden is beautyfull, Justin is the best guide, Marica is verry friendly but not intrusive. She is a good hostess.
    Ulrike
    Travelers with friends
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1 review
    Gaby was a great host, extremely friendly and accommodating. I loved the serene minimalistic design and the quietness of the place.
    maggie
    Solo traveler
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 87 reviews
    Very spacious 2 bedroom villa. Amazing swimming pool and great environment. Franklin was a great host.
    Theo
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $31
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 74 reviews
    Great villa, great host, easy to meet other travellers, home feeling
    Mark
    Solo traveler
  • 6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 13 reviews
    Great host, loads of space and a central location. Gives a very homely vibe. Housekeeping also came free to our suprise. Would visit again.
    Cynth
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $49.50
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 51 reviews
    Lovely host who served a great breakfast and was warm and welcoming.
    Katlego
    Solo traveler
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 437 reviews
    Best thing is the access to the beach. You get to connect with the locals. This may get a bit too much though with various offers of tours and activities. The surroundings are safe.
    Zanele
    Solo traveler
  • 7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 87 reviews
    50 meters from the beach, Peter was a great host
    Joyce
    Group
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 41 reviews
    Cosy, comfortable, clean hotel. Francesca is a great host and has excellent recommendations! Rooms had hot water and AC. Hotel near to town and fortama beach
    R
    Rushab
    Solo traveler