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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.
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.
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.
Watamu Adventist Beach Resort
Situated in Watamu, 90 metres from Papa Remo Beach, Watamu Adventist Beach Resort features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.
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.
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.
Watamu Ascot Hotel
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.
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.
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.
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Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotel9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 41 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
Watamu Ascot Hotel
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotel8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 14 reviewsWatamu 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.
The accomodation was very nice, clean and the staff was amazing!
Palm Garden Boutique Hotel
Hotel in WatamuCheap hotel8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 51 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.
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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- 9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 45 reviewsWe had an amazing stay at Beba’s beach house and particularly enjoyed the beauty of the house, the availability of the host, the cosiness of the room and the balcony, the generous and tasty breakfast with ocean view, the two friendly dogs and the access to the private beach of course. Beba helped us organizing a blue safari to see dolphins and to do snorkeling, which was amazing! You can also have lunch and diner at the property and the food was good! Thank you Beba, looking forward to coming back.
MorganeSwitzerland - From € 79.45 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 172 reviewsThis is just an amazing little hotel just of the beaten track and the major hotels with very easy access to the beach ( walking distance ) . The staff Justin ( Owner ) and Fransis (Barmen) went out of their way to always help. Fransis even made me and my wife a plate of fries 12:00 at night after the kitchen were closed. We returned very late after we went back to Mombasa to fetch our luggage that were left behind in Addis Ababa.CobusSouth Africa
- From € 91.96 per night8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 117 reviewsThe place was awesome. I was working while I was there and it was very cozy, comfortable and the staff was so accommodating. Internet was very good, was working back in the states and had no issues. The shower was also the best shower I’ve had in Kenya. Water pressure was perfect. Netflix on the tv was also a huge plus. Couldn’t recommend more for anyone trying to relax and enjoy Watamu.SeanUnited States
- From € 103.91 per night7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 209 reviewsLocated right in front of the seven islands, with it’s private beach next to little shops. The pool is amazing, right temperature and really clean. Ping pong table, little boutique, nice bar with tables in the shade where we were playing cards. The buffet restaurant was excellent. We had everything we needed!
MarilineCanada - 9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 13 reviewsEverything was perfect - one of the best hotel we have been in our life. The atmosphere is very special. The design of the hotel is better than a 5 stars hotel. The owners and staff take care of every details. We appreciate also a lot the bedroom and swimming pool with sea view. Amazing food there as well.SarahIsrael
- From € 27.59 per night8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 149 reviewsTucked away in the bush and near the beach. Got up for early morning swim on a quiet stretch of beach and the road. Transport a bit pricier as it's further from the main part of Watamu but makes up for it by being less busy. Facilities were great for budget accommodation. Outdoor shower was nice!Kekeno71New Zealand
- From € 149.89 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 216 reviewsthe location is decent - there's access to a very small beach from the hotel, but if you want to access the main beach you'll have to walk 15 min or drive. the pool is big and clean. breakfast is ok. good diving centre at the hotel. the view from lichthouse is beautiful
EmmaItaly - From € 149.89 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 216 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
- 10Scored 10ExceptionalRated exceptional· 1 reviewThe hotel is located in a very authentic little Kenyan village. It really is in the middle of nature. In addition, Evans is very nice, cooks great food, and hooked me up with a wonderful guide. This stay was definitely the highlight of my trip to Kenya.RosinaUnited Kingdom
- 8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 386 reviewsIt’s a really nice hotel! The staff is amazing, ready to welcome you and treat you well. A good place to relax: right in front of the beach, another nice pool in the garden with a bar. Restaurant is delicious. Best aperol I ever had!
ThainaUnited Arab Emirates - From € 183.92 per night9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 10 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
- 8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 193 reviewsHands down one of the best hotels to stay in Watamu. It is near to the beach. All facilities are available. I would definitely like to stay there again. The restaurant is also great.
Alok SinghIndia - From € 22.71 per night6.5Scored 6.5PleasantRated pleasant· 2 reviewsLocation to the beach is perfect, less than a minute walk The interior finish of the house was awesome The kitchen cutlery was perfect and smart Relatable and friendly staffJamesKenya
- From € 124.14 per night9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 162 reviewsVery nice hotel if you want to rest and take it slowly (not ideal if you want to move around Watamu) Details of the hotel are very nice. Staff and food are amazinglamen4France
- 8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 361 reviewsLovely traditional Kenya hotel. Small number of rooms, great views from restaurant, good food with daily changing menu and friendly staff.
NeilUnited Kingdom - 7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 439 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 € 769.69 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 75 reviewsOne of the best facilities at Watamu. Beautiful and serene. Excellent staff at the bar lounge and the best pizzas in the africa.
RiteshIndia - From € 42.30 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 72 reviewsShort distance to the beach. The staff was very helpful. The environment is quiet and clean. There's reliable internet.OnyangoKenya
- 7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 439 reviewsThe hotel is close to the center. The tuk tuks are always ready outside. The plaj is good.OZLEMKenya
- 8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 361 reviewsIt’s a beach front and lovely food.
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