Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a balcony, Salama House - your peaceful, poolside retreat is situated in Watamu. This recently renovated villa is located 1.5 km from Garoda Beach and 1.5 km from Turtle Bay Beach. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The spacious villa is located on the ground floor and has 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with an oven, a toaster, a washing machine, a fridge and a stovetop. This villa also comes with a patio that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. The villa offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. For guests with children, the villa features indoor and outdoor play areas. Guests at Salama House - your peaceful, poolside retreat can enjoy snorkelling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Short Beach is 1.6 km from the accommodation, while Watamu National Marine Park is 26 km from the property. The nearest airport is Malindi Airport, 25 km from Salama House - your peaceful, poolside retreat.

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Property highlights

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Fishing

Windsurfing

Canoeing


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 single bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

External review score

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Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Hamish & Lindsay


Hamish & Lindsay
Welcome to our shady, peaceful eco-cottage, just a short walk from Watamu's stunning beaches and mangroves. Delight in the gorgeous pool and garden lounge setting or take in the views from our breezy treehouse yoga deck. Perfect for nature-loving couples, digital nomads or the whole family.e it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. The treasure of Salama House is our distinctive Balinese-style garden lounge and airy treehouse yoga deck overlooking a sparkling pool set among lush plants. Take a refreshing swim, read your favourite book, wake up to sunrise yoga or relax with a breezy sundowner. You'll also love our commitment to nature; we're fully solar, harvest our precious rainwater, recycle and compost all our food waste. You'll be right at home in the cottage. It comes tastefully furnished with everything you need for a relaxing stay; comfy patio and lounge, fully equipped kitchen and dining area, and thoughtful homely touches, such as a picnic hamper, tree swing, books and board games. For those who cant avoid it, we're fully set up for remote working, complete with an office, wide-screen monitor, extension cables and WiFi throughout. You'll quickly discover that we've been adopted by three delightful kittens (so you'll need to love pets!). And you'll also find plenty of parking, a safe neighbourhood and wonderful neighbours. It will feel a real home (or office) away from home. Karibu! Here's a couple of extra things to note: 1. We don't allow pets (as they might scare the kitties) 2. Our showers don't use hot water (Watamu is very warm!) 3. The main and guest bedrooms have A/C at a small extra fee 4. The office / single bedroom does not have A/C but does have ceiling and floor fans to ensure you stay cool.
We first fell in love with Watamu when we came to Kenya many years ago. For a couple who love exploring nature's wild places, we were captivated by its beaches, mangroves and timeless way of life. We're both passionate professionals working in community development and mental health - another reason we were drawn to peaceful Watamu. 'Salama' is Swahili for 'peace' and captures the essence of what we're trying to create for all who stay here: peace with the earth, the community and each other. A place to retreat, relax, unwind and play.
You'll love the location of Salama House... it's next to one of East Africa's loveliest beach towns! We love Watamu for its chilled vibe and idyllic location with everything you need to work and play. We're only minutes walk from the lovely South Watamu beach. It's one of Kenya's finest beaches for swimming, snorkelling, kitesurfing, paddle boarding or just building sand castles. Just walk ten minutes in the other direction, and you'll come to the magical Mida Creek, perfect for a sunset dhow cruise, a magical float through the mangroves, or early morning paddleboard. If you want a break from the water, then you're a short tuk tuk ride from sunset yoga, evening paddleball or a movie night under the stars at Temple Point. Grab a motorbike taxi to discover some fabulous cafes (head to the women-run F Cafe for coffee, Non-Solo for it's famous gelato or Naturalamente for yummy pastries.) For meals out, you have loads of wonderful options close by, with incredible pizza at Sunset Beach, fabulous sundowners at Pilli Pan, fresh seafood at Kobe, and the iconic Lichthouse for sunset drinks on the deck.
Languages spoken: English,Swahili

Property surroundings

Facilities of Salama House - your peaceful, poolside retreat

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Additional toilet
    • Bath or shower
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Mosquito net
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun terrace
    • Private pool
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Salt-water pool
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/beach towels
    Wellness
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Beach
    • Snorkelling
      Off-site
    • Diving
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Canoeing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Windsurfing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Fishing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    Outdoor & View
    • Pool view
    • Garden view
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Reception services
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    Entertainment and family services
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Indoor play area
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Safety deposit box
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Swahili

    House rules

    Salama House - your peaceful, poolside retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 20:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 05:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Salama House - your peaceful, poolside retreat accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Salama House - your peaceful, poolside retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Salama House - your peaceful, poolside retreat

    • Salama House - your peaceful, poolside retreat can accommodate the following group size:

      • 5 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Salama House - your peaceful, poolside retreat has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 3 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Salama House - your peaceful, poolside retreat on this page.

    • The prices at Salama House - your peaceful, poolside retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Salama House - your peaceful, poolside retreat is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Salama House - your peaceful, poolside retreat is 3 miles from the centre of Watamu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Salama House - your peaceful, poolside retreat on this page.

    • Yes, Salama House - your peaceful, poolside retreat is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Salama House - your peaceful, poolside retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Windsurfing
      • Beach
      • Swimming Pool