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Lily Palm Resort
Situated in Watamu in the Coast Region Region, 7 km from Watamu National Marine Park, Lily Palm Resort boasts 3 swimming pools, 2 restaurants and a private beach area.
Turtle Bay Beach Club
On 200 metres of sandy beach and direct in the Watamu National Marine Park, Turtle Bay is one of Kenya’s most extensive all inclusive hotels.
Palm Garden Boutique Hotel
Set in Watamu, 1.1 km from Garoda Beach, Palm Garden Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo
Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Watamu.
The Charming Lonno Lodge Watamu
Lonno Lodge features a salt-water pool lined with thatched parasols and a private beach area. Located 4 km from Watamu centre, it provides luxury accommodation decorated with local artefacts.
Alawi Home
Offering an outdoor pool and a private beach area, Alawi Home is situated in the Watamu Beach district in Watamu, 9.1 km from Bio-Ken Snake Farm. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.
Mawe Zuri Resort
Mawe Zuri Resort has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Watamu. Located around less than 1 km from Papa Remo Beach, the hotel with free WiFi is also 2 km away from Watamu Bay Beach.
Ascot 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.
Lalasalama B&B
Situated in Watamu, 80 metres from Watamu Bay Beach, Lalasalama B&B features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.
Life Resort St. Thomas Royal Palm
Facing the beachfront, Life Resort St. Thomas Royal Palm offers 5-star accommodation in Watamu and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and shared lounge.
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Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotel9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 42 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 parasols and a private beach area. Located 4 km from Watamu centre, it provides luxury accommodation decorated with local artefacts.
Everything was perfect, food, staff, location and accomodation
Ocean Sports Resort
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotel8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 364 reviewsLocated in Watamu, on the South East coast of Kenya, Ocean Sports Resort offers views of the Indian Ocean. This beachfront resort features an outdoor swimming pool, restaurant and bar.
The concept if sustainability and food is just amazing!
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 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 50 reviewsSet in Watamu, 1.1 km from Garoda Beach, Palm Garden Boutique Hotel offers accommodation 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· 429 reviewsSituated in Watamu in the Coast Region Region, 7 km from Watamu National Marine Park, Lily Palm Resort boasts 3 swimming pools, 2 restaurants and a private beach area.
The place is very beautiful! The staff are quite friendly.
Twiga Beach Resort
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotel7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 7 reviewsSet in Watamu, a few steps from Jacaranda Bay Beach, Twiga Beach Resort offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
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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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- 8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 27 reviewsWe loved staying at Mangrove View, by far the friendliest and most welcoming place since we've been in Kenya for over 8 weeks. The breakfast is delicious and the chef can also provide dinner for a very reasonable price, which is super delicious and highly reccomended. The owner Reimond is very friendly and has lots of local tips and can help you organize tours, transport and more. The communcal area is very social and it's easy to meet fellow travellers here :) Highly reccomend this place to anyone staying in Watamu!
LouDawnUnited Kingdom - 9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 77 reviewsI loved and appreciated the attention to detail and the beautiful artwork. I felt very nurtured at Zawadi House. The staff is wonderful - friendly, helpful, and accommodating. The owner is a wealth of information, not just locally, but all around Kenya and her tips are spot on. Located in a quiet beautiful neighborhood between Watamu & Baracuda beaches, it is close to restaurants and shops. There is a massage room just off the little swimming pool and I got a wonderful massage at a super reasonable price.DeannaUnited States
- 8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 386 reviewsThey have all services you could need, and the resort section of loungers on the beach means you are not haggled by "beach boys". The staff are wonderful, and you will always have service. Lovely, clean pools. The beach is beautiful, the ocean warm, amazing location (aside from being a bit far and "separate" from Watamu) Excellent breakfast buffet. Amazing cocktails. Air-con in our room helped alot! The resort and watamu are so safe, and an incredible tropical experience.Kate OlmesdahlSouth Africa
- From £122.89 per night9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 153 reviewsI loved how private the property was, it felt really secluded and intimate. The staff were really attentive and friendly, and made incredible food and drink! Food and drinks were 10/10!! I loved the room (Beach Banda), it had a beautiful view from the balcony, the bed was very comfortable, the room was spacious, and the shower pressure and temperature was fantastic. Also, the free boat ride over to Watamu town was a great bonus!VanessaUnited Kingdom
- From £156.42 per night9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 163 reviewsHotel itself is small, 10 rooms, which is good if you want piece and quite. The area itself is very clean, well kept and the owners are doing a fantastic job. The italian restaurant in the hotel is great, would come back for food when back in Watamu. The beach is also quite, not a lot of beach boys and the 7 islands are easily accesible by crossing the water on foot when the tide is low.
KristiānsLatvia - From £24.10 per night8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 147 reviewsLovely place on the beach. Good food, some of the friendliest and most helpful staff we’ve seen in Kenya. Plenty of outdoor lounge areas, a beautiful pool and an outdoor self-serving kitchen. We stayed in the tent and with the breeze, shade and fan it was still one of the best and coolest nights of sleep we had. One of our favorite spots in Kenya!
ALEXANDRAUnited States - 9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 41 reviewsThe staff was very friendly and willing to assist. The beach was also just steps away from the property as well as the pool and beach towels were provided. There were also some specials guests- the owners dogs! The breakfasts were also very good with fresh baked goods, fresh eggs, and freshly squeezed juice as well as eggs your way.LindsayKenya
- From £152.60 per night7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 192 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
- From £174.29 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 211 reviewsThe location was perfect. Right on a private beach, close enough to town to enjoy other restaurants. Lovely friendly staff at the hotel. On site bar Lichthaus was incredible. Great food and sundowners. Snorkling tour team and guest relations were lovely.
cassandraUnited Kingdom - From £77.91 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 429 reviewsThe environment was very beautiful. Shops were within easy reach. The beach was always fun. I enjoyed the Massai performance on Friday night and the Beach party on Saturday night. The Locals spoke Italiano. I was quite impressed! I would love to be back
AnneyNigeria - From £35.34 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 63 reviewsIf you are looking for a nice place to sleep in Watamu, does not hesitate for too long, here is the place. Newly refurbished, it is clean and confy, next to nice beaches and restaurant. On the top of that, best team in Watamu! Thanks guys!IrwinFrance
- From £48.19 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 114 reviewsIt was nice to have an outdoor kitchen and family room area. Close to beach and stuff (resto, grocery..) Really nice trees surrounding. good pool. very helpful staff. Bui helped organize our transport, which was great!JoCanada
- 9.9Scored 9.9ExceptionalRated exceptional· 7 reviewsAmazing boutique hotel. Very clean rooms. Great staff. They are super friendly and helpful. Fantastic location next to the beach. The beach is beautiful and the sand is white and smooth. Can’t find a better beach.JonasSweden
- 8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 12 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 £16.87 per night6.8Scored 6.8PleasantRated pleasant· 126 reviewsExcellent staff, hotel slightly neglected. I think watamu had more tourists in the past. Toilet didn't look great, but then excellent value for money I'd say. Very cheap. Big roomEvgenyUnited Kingdom
- From £156.42 per night9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 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 - From £77.91 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 429 reviewsThe location is excellent on a beautiful beach but the pictures date back probably to 10 years ago as the hotel is really run downNicoleSwitzerland
- From £35.34 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 63 reviewsShort distance to the beach. The staff was very helpful. The environment is quiet and clean. There's reliable internet.OnyangoKenya
- 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 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 217 reviewsThe beach in front was good for swim and walk and rooms were very comfortable
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