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Watamu Beach Cottages, hotel in Watamu

Located on the beachfront in Watamu, 3.1 mi from Watamu National Marine Park, Watamu Beach Cottages features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking.

Beautiful seafront cottage; spacious and very well equipped. Very helpful and friendly staff, who went out of their way to help us with our work at Mida Creek. Lovely grounds and pool, in a spot that is well removed from the busier northern end of Watamu Bay, but still readily accessible. Lovely beach, with relatively few people other than kite surfers. Remarkable value for money. We would happily stay again.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated excellent
Excellent
72 reviews
Price from
$84
1 night, 2 adults
A Rocha Eco-Lodge & Conservation Centre, hotel in Watamu

Set in Watamu, 1.4 mi from Watamu National Marine Park, A Rocha Eco-Lodge & Conservation Centre offers accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

The location was super: wery close to ocean, a little bit far from Watamu so it was quiet and private. The beautiful Garoda beach was 2km walking distance. There were kind and friendly community. They help me with everything I needed. It was supernice to have tasty meals together with them. You can see a Milkyway in the sky and monkeys in the morning playing on the roof. This is haven for naturelovers.
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated excellent
Excellent
83 reviews
Price from
$85.26
1 night, 2 adults
Chiky Villa, hotel in Watamu

Providing pool views, Chiky Villa in Watamu features accommodations, an outdoor swimming pool, and a garden.

Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated excellent
Excellent
5 reviews
Price from
$45
1 night, 2 adults
Nyumba Malkia at Tembo Village, hotel in Watamu

Offering an outdoor swimming pool and a garden, Nyumba Malkia at Tembo Village in Watamu is close to Watamu Bay Beach and Papa Remo Beach.

We loved the receptions, we were well welcomed, it was great after the long journey 😀. The rooms were so natural, nice designs, the environment was so therapeutic, yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeiiiiiiii, we needed it. How about the staff, they were excellent, more than just staff, they made us feel more than home.
Scored 7.6
7.6
Rated good
Good
12 reviews
Price from
$36.96
1 night, 2 adults
Diwani Cottage, hotel in Watamu

Offering pool views, Diwani Cottage in Malindi offers accommodations, a private beach area, an outdoor swimming pool, and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free Wifi.

Great
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
175 reviews
Price from
$585.52
1 night, 2 adults
Waridi House, hotel in Watamu

Waridi House features beauty services and an open-air bath, as well as air-conditioned accommodations in Watamu, a 9-minute walk from Mapango Beach.

Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
11 reviews
Villa Fortuna Malindi, hotel in Watamu

Featuring free WiFi, an outdoor pool and a terrace, Villa Fortuna Malindi offers pet-friendly accommodations in Malindi, within 984 feet of the beach. Free private parking is available on site.

I liked everything absolutely a place to stay and enjoy your vacation and by the way it's 6 minutes walk to clean malindi beach The environment and the host it's just something to remember Good reception by the host who is very kind and caring The rooms were extremely clean!!good bed and breakfast plus the pool was just amazing!!I would refer villa Fortuna to anyone planning to visit malindi any day any time!!it's worth paying for
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated excellent
Excellent
122 reviews
Coral Village, hotel in Watamu

Coral Village in Malindi provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a terrace. This guest house offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi.

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Scored 7.4
7.4
Rated good
Good
14 reviews
Surahi Restaurant & Guest House, hotel in Watamu

Within a 17-minute walk of Malindi Beach and 20 miles of Watamu National Marine Park, Surahi Restaurant & Guest House offers free Wifi and a bar.

Scored 7.3
7.3
Rated good
Good
10 reviews
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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travelers who prefer laid-back accommodations with a personal touch. Usually family run, these hosts will provide local recommendations and even optional meals. Guest houses sometimes feature a cozy living room or a garden – and are still cheaper than most regular hotels.

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Guest Houses That Travelers Love in Watamu

  • Avg. price/night: $16
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 128 reviews
    Great host family! Everything is very authentic and lets you experience the real experience. We were very well taken care of and it’s a great project! The food was amazing and the Mida creek tour is very recommendable.
    Juliane
    Travelers with friends
  • Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 16 reviews
    Great location, beautiful pool right on the beach, very accommodating staff and friendly host - very much recommended.
    J
    Jean
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $76
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 12 reviews
    Very friendly host and staff. Nice building in very good condition. The bedroom is simple, in very good condition and absolutely clean, without extras like TV, Kettle for tea/coffee. Windows with mosquito protection, no net for the bed. Very good mattress. Breakfast is simple with fresh fruits, hot water for instant coffee or tea, some toast, butter/jam, baked cake.
    Curzio
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $150
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 85 reviews
    Great location, quiet, beautiful large pool, verandas and outdoor lounges, air conditioning and fans, well equipped kitchen, supermarket and beach within walking distance. Fabulous breakfast and cleaning service. Opportunity for friends to rent another apartment and then eat with us. Perfect for quiet families and romantic couples. We want to come back with others.
    Lisha
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $19.50
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 44 reviews
    It's a castle!!! It was an amazing experience.Great host and amazing staff always ready to assist and ensure I was comfortable. I have found my forever vacation home in Watamu. Best part was that I made a great and forever friend.!!
    kathembwa
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $76
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 12 reviews
    The location is great, there are some great beaches and restaurants at walking distance. The facilities are secure, quiet and very new. Everything is clean and tidy including the pool outside. We were served a delicious breakfast every morning. Margherita is an amazing host, she gave us many recommendations including for beaches, restaurants and transportation. Highly recommended.
    Éva
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 5 reviews
    Gaby was a great host, extremely friendly and accommodating. I loved the serene minimalistic design and the quietness of the place.
    maggie
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 81 reviews
    Very nice hosts (and staff). Great apartments, I loved the location, close enough to everything but very quiet. Highly recommended!
    Mattia
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $150
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 85 reviews
    Great location, clean rooms, great hosts, great pool
    Cynthia
    Group