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Turtle Bay Beach Club, hotel in Watamu

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.

Perfect
Scored 7.5
7.5
Rated good
Good
186 reviews
Price from
£144.45
per night
Ocean Sports Resort, hotel in Watamu

Located 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 view of the ocean from the restaurant. Wow! Breathtaking! The serenity and beauty of the resort was overwhelming. And there was a live band playing some nice soft soothing music.! Our two nights were not enough. We are defintely coming back!
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
326 reviews
Price from
£91.23
per night
Palm Garden Boutique Hotel, hotel in Watamu

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.

The serenity and seclusion of the whole hotel is exactly what hat one would need if they’re looking to relax. The hotel staff were amazing. Particularly Patricia at the front desk who was open to helping out whenever we needed. If you want a place to switch off, this is it. The Bruschetta is probably the best I’ve ever had in my life. Mannis kitchen is run professionally and they make some top tier dishes. Aside from the hotel, the restaurant is also a great place to eat.
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
56 reviews
Price from
£66.14
per night
Life Resort St. Thomas Royal Palm, hotel in Watamu

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.

Friendly staff, good food, ambience was good, not crowded and private beach
Scored 6.4
6.4
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
31 reviews
Price from
£98.07
per night
Alawi Home, hotel in Watamu

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.

Thank you the Alawi family for the amazing and warm welcome, the staff is on another level of service delivery. From Roselyne, Martin, Mau and Defence of course and the wonderful chef Caleb. If you want a place home away from home then Alawi has got you.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
13 reviews
Price from
£193.86
per night
Jumbo Club Watamu, hotel in Watamu

Situated in Watamu, 1.9 km from Jacaranda Bay Beach, Jumbo Club Watamu features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

Very beautiful ambience,right on the beach ...comfortable facilities,private location and the most amazing hospitable staff ....from check-in all the way to house keeping! The staff at Jumbo really care about their guests.No request was a bother...special mention goes to Francis(restaurant/bar) and Mohammed.Wow....i was really touched by the genuineness of the care here. (Francis thank you for the dawa-you made our stay fantastic all of you). World class staff😊.Hospitality was on another level here....you guys have to visit Jumbo and experience it for yourselves! I was there recently and i will definitely be back in future.
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
105 reviews
Price from
£147.06
per night
Watamu Adventist Beach Resort, hotel in Watamu

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 location is the only beautiful thing about this place.
Scored 5.0
5.0
Rated passable
Average
36 reviews
Price from
£21.21
per night
Dreamland, hotel in Watamu

Set in Watamu and within 1.9 km of Turtle Bay Beach, Dreamland features free bikes, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

Accessible
Scored 5.9
5.9
Rated okay
Above average
22 reviews
Price from
£13.68
per night
The Charming Lonno Lodge Watamu, hotel in 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.

A very warm welcome from the Managenent Rooms are out of this world, very uniquely designed. Wow A romantic valentines dinner by the pool was special.
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
13 reviews
Price from
£255.45
per night
Lalasalama B&B, hotel in Watamu

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.

Very good place, room is spacious, internet of good quality. Great breakfast. Very close to the beach. I recommend
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
101 reviews
Price from
£42.57
per night
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  • Watamu Adventist Beach Resort
    Scored 5.0
    5.0
    Rated passable
    Average
     · 36 reviews

    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.

  • Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 47 reviews

    Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Watamu.

    Nice place to stay in Watamu, The staff was really helpful and lovely

  • Ocean Sports Resort
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 326 reviews

    Located 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!

  • The One, Watamu bay
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1 review

    Set in Watamu, 70 metres from Jacaranda Bay Beach, The One, Watamu bay offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

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What guests said about Watamu:

  • Scored 10
    10

    Watamu has a charm to it.

    Watamu has a charm to it. Very relaxed but amazing places to discover The beach is beautiful! Catching sunsets is not a problem. so many places to catch some of the most glorious sunsets you will ever see. Within the town centre is a small eatery called The Place! Great chef & delicious meals.
    Beth
    Kenya
  • Scored 8.0
    8.0

    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!
    Chris
    Kenya
  • Scored 10
    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.
    A
    Anonymous
  • Scored 4.0
    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 choice
    A
    Anonymous
    Germany
  • Scored 10
    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
  • Scored 10
    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.
    Joachim
    Germany

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  • Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 89 reviews
    Pole Pole House is a lovely place to stay, the staff are always friendly and helpful, the property is small, peaceful and intimate..1 minute walk to the best beach in the area..the only down side is the remote location from Watamu, where the days are hot and placid and the nights are alive with restaurants, bars and clubs a plenty..
    Tracie Austin
    United Kingdom
  • From £26 per night
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 35 reviews
    Sal&lala Castle very nice place to stay next time I come to watuma I will stay here again for longer next time room was very nice and the place is not far frm beach staff at the hotel were very nice also and it is a very clean place to stay and we'll worth the price
    Lal
    Kenya
  • From £65.69 per night
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 179 reviews
    It’s a beautiful, traditionally styled, friendly staffed, quiet, homely little hideaway in the middle of Watamu, a perfect base for exploring the area and a short tactic/boda ride to beaches and nightspots.
    Wesley
    Ireland
  • From £91.23 per night
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 326 reviews
    First went 26 years ago, it still has the same charm and character and yet it is one of the few hotels in Kenya that has given the place an overhaul during covid. Looking for to or next visit.
    Andy
    United Kingdom
  • From £135.33 per night
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 398 reviews
    The location on Watamu beach was good.
    harry
    South Africa