5/5 - Excellent
Nicholas
Small village surrounded by the best beaches on the Kenyan coast, plenty of shopping for souvenirs also many local eateries and Italian restaurants.
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AHG Lion Beach Resort
Watamu Beach Road, Watamu, Kilifi County
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £83 per night from 13 May to 14 May
£83
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Watamu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a private beach and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (8 reviews)
Watamu beach
"Place had some age but it was still very charming and had a great view overlooking the water from our front sitting veranda. Breakfast left a little to be desired and are checking experience wasn't the best has it seemed like maybe the front staff was having a bad day. But the room was great overall ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2025
Hemingways Watamu
Watamu, Watamu, Kilifi County
The price is £318 per night from 4 May to 5 May
£318
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Watamu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (47 reviews)
"Lovely to stay at Hemingways! As beautiful as ever. Staff and facilities first class!"
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2025
Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm
Jacaranda Road, Kembe Kibabamshe 367, Watamu, Kilifi County
The price is £141 per night from 1 May to 2 May
£141
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Watamu. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake are located ...
6/10 (5 reviews)
St Thomas December visit
"The general conditions are good, rooms are nice and clean and airconditioners works well. Pool is Nice and clean. Food was good although no meat ( bacon and sausages) for breakfast in last 3 days of visit. Management does not adjust to needs - we were keen on Tusker Lite and although the resort is ..."
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2022
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort
Jacaranda Road, Watamu, Kilifi County
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Watamu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Ruins of Gedi are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"Great owners and Rachel the cook was very nice abd helpful. As a retired chef, I can say this was a cool experience to relax and not cook while enjoying my stay here. Thanks to the owners! The receptionist could be a little bit sour acting, but the rest of the staff was WONDERFUL!"
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2024
Rafiki Village
1455 Plot Jacaranda Road, Watamu, Kilifi County
Stay at this 3-star spa aparthotel in Watamu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Ruins of Gedi are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
Soggiorno africano
"Positivo il soggiorno stile africano, poco chiari riguardo al pagamento della cena. Meglio accordarsi prima o andare a fare la spesa con loro se si ha tempo. Una volta se ne è andata la luce ma dopo poco è ritornata, hanno attivato il gruppo elettrogeno probabilmente che faceva rumore dal mio appartamento. ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2025
Nyumba Sara (sea front villa)
watamu, Contea di Kilifi
Stay at this villa in Watamu. Enjoy private pools, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
A beautiful holiday!
"Nyumba Sara was a wonderful place to enjoy our holiday. A beautiful, elegant home with a lovely terrace to capture the seabreeze, relaxing view of the ocean from the upstairs bedrooms, and a one minute walk to the beach. The house staff took care of us like family and the chef's cooking was five ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2021
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Watamu Beach
4.5/5(2 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Watamu Beach during your travels in Watamu? Wander the seaside and parks while you're in the area.
Mida Creek
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mida Creek during your travels in Watamu. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Ruins of Gedi
5/5(1 review)
Find out about the history of Watamu when you spend time at Ruins of Gedi. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Things to do
Full Day Private Safari Blue Tour from Malindi
£150
per adult
Day Tour to Tsavo East Park National from Malindi/Mombasa
£355
per adult
Malindi: Full-Day City Highlights Tour with Gede Ruins
£137
per adult
Reviews of Watamu
4.5
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Beware of the cost of any boat related trips.There is a $16 per head charge if you go afloat in the Marine Park. There is also a lot of plastic pollution immediately in front of the hotels beach caused by the hundreds of decaying plastic sacks.
