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About this property

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Prime Beachfront Location: Fortamu - Tembo House in Watamu offers a private beach area and direct beachfront access. Guests enjoy a year-round outdoor swimming pool and a lush garden. Comfortable Accommodations: The spacious apartment features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a living room. Amenities include a kitchenette, washing machine, and free WiFi. Convenient Services: Private check-in and check-out, paid airport shuttle, family rooms, and full-day security ensure a comfortable stay. Free on-site private parking is available. Nearby Attractions: Papa Remo Beach is just a few steps away, while Watamu National Marine Park lies 16 mi from the property. Other attractions include Gedi Ruins and Mida Creek, each within 5.6 mi.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 twin bed
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1 king bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Aleksandar
    Serbia Serbia
    Our stay at the Tembo house in Watamu was extremely pleasant. The accommodation impressed us with its artistic design, filled with summer details that created a relaxing atmosphere. The view of the beach and oceans was spectacular, providing us...
  • Hylke
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Fortamu - Tembo House is an amazing Kenyan coast experience. The round forts on the white beach surrounded by palm trees are a sight to behold. The apartment is spacious, open and breezy, with lots of places to lounge in style. Ziro, the house...
  • Pietro
    Italy Italy
    The property is located in a super nice and calm area of Fortamu, with only other few houses in the same compound. The stylish house is really comfortable, with all the necessary. The two pools and the beach are great. Overall, it is a perfect...
  • Mercy
    Germany Germany
    Everything, the staff was very helpful and patient. The place is clean and location 👌 perfect. It's a few minutes walk to the beach. Security is top and the host Isabella really a darling, always ready to help and always reachable. It's really...
  • Siegal
    United States United States
    This place is amazing! Ziro and Amina took great care of us. Ziro cooked us delicious food every night and morning and they kept the place immaculate. They were also able to organize an excursion to the marine park and found us reliable and...
  • Maureen
    Kenya Kenya
    Loved the swimming pools, house deisgns, beach access!! Friendly staff
  • Vitaliy
    Uzbekistan Uzbekistan
    Everything was amazing. Location is perfect. Villa is clean, well equipped and very comfortable. Communication with the landlord is good. Isabella is very supportive and replies within 3o minutes. Special thanks to Ziro, cook, cleaner, local...
  • Alison
    Australia Australia
    the location was fantastic. facilities were amazing
  • Nasimiyu
    Kenya Kenya
    The careraker ziro was very accommodating and he cooks very well Location was amazing and the accommodation was beautiful
  • Adele
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Tembo was in the beautiful setting of Fortamu resort/complex, right on the beach. The grounds & the two pools were exceptionally maintained. The accommodation itself was spacious, beautifully decorated & well equipped. It had easy access into...

Area info

Amenities of Fortamu - Tembo House

Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Private beach area

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Internet
    Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

    Kitchen

    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette

    Bedroom

    • Linens
    • Wardrobe or closet

    Bathroom

    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bidet
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower

    Living Area

    • Sofa
    • Sitting area

    Room Amenities

    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Mosquito net
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Outdoors

    • Beachfront
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Private beach area
    • Garden

    2 swimming pools

    Pool 1 – outdoorFree!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome

    Pool 2 – outdoorFree!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome

    Spa

    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers

    Food & Drink

    • Tea/Coffee maker

    Activities

    • Beach
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      Additional charge

    Outdoor & View

    • Garden view
    • View

    Building Characteristics

    • Private apartment in building

    Transportation

    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge

    Front Desk Services

    • Private check-in/out

    Cleaning Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry

    Miscellaneous

    • Smoke-free property
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Safety & security

    • 24-hour security
    • Safe

    Languages Spoken

    • English
    • Swahili

    House rules

    Fortamu - Tembo House takes special requests – add in the next step!
    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM.
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print

    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Fortamu - Tembo House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 13:00:00 and 16:00:00.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

    It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

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