Title: Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort Villa with free parking, 8-minute walk to Watamu Beach ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/97000000/96997300/96997300/d6ef98ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/97000000/96997300/96997300/6095ee00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/97000000/96997300/96997300/f2327ffd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils, freezer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/97000000/96997300/96997300/ef724dea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Villa | Private kitchen | Fridge, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils, freezer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/97000000/96997300/96997300/fafcbf90.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Prices - Location - Amenities - Policies Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. 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Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - 24/7 front desk - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Laundry - Housekeeping £103 includes taxes & fees 17 Nov - 18 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 3 - Nov 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=96997300&PinnedHotelID=96997300&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=96997300&PinnedHotelID=96997300&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 4 - Nov 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=96997300&PinnedHotelID=96997300&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=96997300&PinnedHotelID=96997300&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=96997300&PinnedHotelID=96997300&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=96997300&PinnedHotelID=96997300&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 14 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=96997300&PinnedHotelID=96997300&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=96997300&PinnedHotelID=96997300&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View | Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/97000000/96997300/96997300/1349bac3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View ### Highlights Air conditioning Kitchen Fridge 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Cookware/dishes/utensils Freezer Coffee/tea maker - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 5 - 2 King Beds ![Exclusive Villa | 2 bedrooms, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/97000000/96997300/96997300/19d85602.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Exclusive Villa ### Highlights Air conditioning Kitchen Fridge 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Cookware/dishes/utensils Freezer Coffee/tea maker - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 5 - 2 King Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWatamu-Hotels-Rafiki-Tamu-Residential-Resort.h96997300.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWatamu-Hotels-Rafiki-Tamu-Residential-Resort.h96997300.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-3.34405%2C40.02604&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4wnZpAajsktUn7Wr7fgYOn5OjZo=) Jacaranda Road, Watamu, Kilifi County #### What's nearby - Watamu Beach - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles - Prawn Lake - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles - Mida Creek - 9 min drive - 3.2 miles - Ruins of Gedi - 18 min drive - 4.6 miles - Malindi Beach - 30 min drive - 15.8 miles #### Getting around - Malindi (MYD) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Gk Palms Bar Restaurant - ‬3 min drive - ‪Papa Remo Ristorante - ‬10 min walk - ‪7 Vizi Cafe - ‬2 min drive - ‪Goshen Cafe & Butchery - ‬3 min drive - ‪Non Solo Padel - ‬6 min walk ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort Villa with free parking, 8-minute walk to Watamu Beach This smoke-free villa features an outdoor pool, laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking is free. Other amenities include a garden. All 10 villas have 2 bedrooms and feature free WiFi. Other amenities available to guests include kitchens, fridges and stovetops. Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort offers 10 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Accommodation at this 3.5-star villa has kitchens with fridges, stovetops and kitchenware and utensils. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis. Recreational amenities at the villa include an outdoor pool. 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Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Massage - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Freezer - Hob - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Living spaces - Window screens ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Walkway to water ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Housekeeping (daily) ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 10 units - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### 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 This property accepts debit cards and cash Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM ### Property is also known as Rafiki Tamu Residential Watamu Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort Villa Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort Watamu Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort Villa Watamu ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM. ### How much does it cost to stay at Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort? > As of 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort on 17 Nov 2025 start from £103.03, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Watamu-Hotels-Rafiki-Tamu-Residential-Resort.h96997300.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort? > Checkout is at 11:30 AM. ### Where is Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort located? > Situated near the beach, this villa is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Watamu Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Prawn Lake and Mida Creek. Ruins of Gedi is 4.3 mi (6.8 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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