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Lily Palm Resort

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
On the beach, white sand, beach bar
Comfort Double Room | Terrace/patio
Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
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Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Comfort Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
Watamu National Marine Park, Watamu, 80202

What's nearby

  • Prawn Lake - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Watamu Beach - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Mida Creek - 8 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Ruins of Gedi - 19 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Malindi Beach - 32 min drive - 16.5 miles

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪PilliPan - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Licht Haus - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Casa Tex Mex - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Papa Remo Ristorante - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪crab shack - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Lily Palm Resort

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Watamu Beach
Located close to Mida Creek, Lily Palm Resort provides a free breakfast buffet, a beach bar and a poolside bar. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach and beachfront dining. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a facial and a body treatment at the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and international cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a free manager's reception and a terrace.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Babysitting (surcharge), a gift shop and a banquet hall
  • Multilingual staff, tour/ticket information and a 24-hour front desk
  • A porter/bellboy
Room features
All 74 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
  • 26-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and ceiling fans

Languages

English, Italian, Swahili

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Mapango Reef
  • Ristorante Principale

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa and PayPal
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 24 December
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 31 December
A fee for a mandatory gala dinner on 15 August is included in the total price displayed

Property is also known as

Lily Palm Resort Watamu
Lily Palm Watamu
Lily Palm
Lily Palm Resort Hotel
Lily Palm Resort Watamu
Lily Palm Resort Hotel Watamu

Frequently asked questions

Does Lily Palm Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Lily Palm Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lily Palm Resort?

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lily Palm Resort?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Lily Palm Resort located?

Located in Watamu, this beachfront hotel is in the city centre and within 3 mi (5 km) of Watamu Beach and Mida Creek.

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Lily Palm Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 49 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

Una bellissima struttura, grande, curata, camera spaziosa con aria condizionata. Siamo stati accolti benissimo, prima dallo staff e poi dal management italiano. Carinissimi, gentilissimi e soprattutto disponibili. Quando torneremo a Watamu faremo sicuramente tappa qui. Prenotate senza dubbio.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10

Really loved everything about this place, the pool and view were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

2/10

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10

We had a very a very pleasant stay at Lily Palm. All the staff went out of their way to make us feel welcome, which was nice. We went out of peak season, so it was very quiet. The complex is clean, has a nice pool and access straight onto the beach. There is a nice Italian restaurant on site, but also some local restaurants on the beach as well which serve great seafood, and other nice places to eat within walking distance in town. The rooms are okay, maybe a little tired looking, but for the price we paid, we have no complaints. The bed was fine, and the Aircon worked, so we were content! We were on b&b rate - the breakfast was a little disappointing, and instant coffee was served rather than fresh...but again, for the price of this hotel we can't really complain. All in all, we enjoyed our stay. I would happily return.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

2/10

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10

Leggendo le recensioni antecedenti avevo un po di timore,quindi ero pronta a tutto..Devo dire che i bagni delle camere dovrebbero essere ristrutturati ma i letti sono comodi e con zanzariere. Tutte le stanze sono pulite,con a/c e un delizioso balconcino.In bagno viene offerto solo una saponetta a testa(no shampo o bagnoschiuma).La proprietà in generale è molto carina e viene costantemente tenuta pulita da giardinieri.La piscina fronte mare è sempre pulita e con musica tutto il giorno.C'e anche un piccolo chiosco dove poter bere ottimi cocktail e che dalle 17 alle 19 fanno anche un piccolo aperitivo(con salame,formaggio,olive e patatine).credo che però per attirare piu clientela dovrebbero abbassare decisamente i prezzi (esagerati per essere a Watamu).Inclusi nel prezzo ci sono i soft drinks(fanta,sprite,coca e acqua) disponibili tutto il giorno. La ristorazione non è eccelsa ma in linea generale buona anche se con scelta ridotta:antipasti e contorno sono sempre gli stessi ma primi e secondi cambiano ogni giorno,offrendo almeno un piatto di carne e uno di pesce e due sughi diversi per la pasta.La caposala è fantastica.Credo che per il prezzo richiesto(escludendo viaggio e transfer) 70€ a testa all inclusive ci si possa leccar le dita.Chi lascia brutte recensioni è perchè vuole pagare poco e pretendere il lusso. Il personale è sempre gentilissimo anche se coi loro tempi(pole pole). Gli spettacoli serali sono eseguiti da divertenti ragazzi locali che parlano perfetto italiano.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

8/10

la posizione bellissima, rapporto qualita' prezzo giusto , di negativo poca ombra x i lettini e poi essendo usata da un'altro villaggio i posti sono un po' pochi comunque senza grosse pretese ma ci tornerei.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

8/10

Per essere in Africa, e considerato che si sta in resort quasi solo per dormire, visto il prezzo pagato, l'ubicazione, direi che è una buona struttura. D'altro canto aspetti negativi sono la colazione (mediocre), da fare nella struttura adiacente, e che al Lily il bar è chiuso da un pezzo, e troverete solo un distributore di acqua al bicchiere, quando funziona.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

8/10

Lovely grounds and a nice pool area, very inviting. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Food was ok, but the "juice" or mix or whatever it was at breakfast was virtually undrinkable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

2/10

DO NOT BOOK THIS PROPERTY! The photos are old, the entire property is run down! Italians own it and all the other Good reviews came from mostly Italians and are false AF! I spoke to both owners as they were they lounging around on holiday and not giving a damn about theIr paying customers and staff. One of the owners told us we were cheap because we booked HIS property on Expedia!!! The pool and beach was great! But there are many haggling people on the beach trying to get you to buy things and take their tours, annoying. It was just hard to enjoy the beach. They did walk us across the ocean at low tide and it was fun. The restaurant staff was great! But I repeat, don’t stay here! If you decide to, Don’t get the all inclusive package. Don’t get breakfast included either. We didn’t and so glad because it wasn’t worth it. Food is sitting out and cold. However, The food we ordered a la carte was really good Just not many choices! The rooms were not as they appear online. The bathrooms are disgusting, missing grouting and stains on the walls and mirror. I could barely see myself in the mirror it was so old and dirty and also why you don’t see many photos posted of the bathrooms online. It wasn’t just my room. I booked 4 rooms for my group and 2 of the rooms were absolutely horrible! We demanded a room switch, but it wasn’t much better. The pool and location will suck you in but DON’T DO IT! I travel for a living and totally regret this stay. I hope this helps someone else.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

4/10

Fina pooler och gott om solstolar men bara en restaurang öppen och ingen strandbar! Helt ok mat men i princip samma buffe både lunch och middag. Ville man ha annat än läsk eller vatten till middagen kostade det extra,. Pizza fanns men var dyr. Ägarna satt och drack champagne vid bästa bordet och om någon klagade över något skällde de ut dom! Aldrig varit med om detta någon gång förut, det var inte vi som blev utskällda men det var inte trevligt! Rummen var i ok skick och städningen också ok men det är svårt att se det som 4-stjärnigt även med Kenya-mått.Vi har bott på andra resorts i Kenya och dessa har varit betydligt bättre.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

6/10

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10

It is an older facility in a old Swahili style so it is a bit rough on the edges but that adds to its charm. The location is 5+ star and all the amenities are fine such as fridge hot water linens a/c and fans. Rooms are comfortable with over-size beds and large Swahili style sofas both in the room and on the porch. There must be a staff of almost 100 and they are very friendly and helpful. You can not find a better deal for the price anywhere around. All the furnishings are very heavy custom made and hand carved wooden pieces. An enjoyable stay for me with complete relaxation for two weeks.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019

10/10

My stay at Lily Palm was better than expected. It's a nice facility, right on the beach. The pizzeria is good. The staff all speak Italian. The only thing that I don't understand is the insistance on using disposable plastic cups for drinking water, but this seemed to be not strictly enforced.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

6/10

I liked to daft that it was very quite, was able to relax. But other than that everything else was just ok . But I definitely was disappointed first night my brother and his wife , went to dinner at 8pm and they were told dinner was done , like this was very disappointing....
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

6/10

The swimming pool and the view of the beach looks good. We liked the African theme on Tuesday.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10

Vacanza assolutamente bellissima watamu è stupenda e la gente è gentilissima,l'albergo è centrale rispetto al paese ed alle spiagge più importanti. Personale molto carino e disponibile riesce a sopperire ad alcune mancanze soprattutto per ciò che riguarda il cibo del buffet che è sempre freddo e la frutta la scia a desiderare x essere in kenya! Molto meglio quando cucinano piatti locali che non la cucina internazionale.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2019

4/10

Piscina stupenda, camere pulite, qualità del cibo scarsissima. Cibo servito riutilizzato dopo diversi giorni, io e mia moglie abbiamo avuto problemi intestinali per 2 settimane. Il problema principale della struttura è la gestione, un anziano signore che se ne frega altamente dei clienti e dei loro bisogni, ogni sera delizia il suo palato con menu’ alla carta come crudo e vino, mentre i clienti mangiano al buffet! Non ci ritornerei e non lo consiglierei
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2019