Discover Paradise at Lily Palm Resort – Your Sweet Escape to Watamu Nestled in the heart of Watamu Beach Town, Kilifi County, Lily Palm Resort invites you to experience the magic of coastal living in one of Kenya’s most breathtaking destinations. Watamu, meaning "The Sweet Place," is a fitting name for this serene haven, where white sands meet azure waters, and nature’s beauty, the mangroves seamlessly blends with the Oceans. Adventure seekers will find the Watamu National Marine Park only 7 kilometers away, a treasure trove of vibrant marine life and coral reefs waiting to be explored. Conveniently located just a 30-minute drive from Malindi Airport and 89 kilometers from Moi International Airport, Lily Palm Resort ensures easy access for both domestic and international travelers by offering transfer services with the Hotel Safari Company, Watamu Safaris. Transfers from Airport and Train Station. Your Sanctuary by the Sea At Lily Palm Resort, we pride ourselves on offering a variety of accommodations designed to suit every traveler’s needs. Choose from our Superior Mapango Rooms, Duara Rooms, Family Rooms, and Standard Rooms, each thoughtfully designed for comfort and relaxation. Whether you prefer poolside serenity or lush garden views, we have the perfect room for you. Every room features a private bathroom with hotel-provided toiletries, daily cleaning services, and round-the-clock reception to ensure your stay is seamless and stress-free. Plus, enjoy complimentary WiFi throughout the property, keeping you connected even in paradise. Dive into Relaxation and Adventure Our resort is home to three sparkling swimming pools, including two adult pools for tranquil lounging and a kids’ pool designed for family fun. When it comes to dining, indulge in a culinary journey at our Buffet Restaurant, serving a variety of local and international dishes, or savor Authentic Italian flavors at the Mapango A La Carte Restaurant. Whether you’re sipping cocktails at the Beach Bar or enjoying a relaxed evening at the main bar, Lily Palm Resort is all about creating unforgettable moments. For those seeking ultimate relaxation, the Mapango Wellness Spa offers a range of treatments to rejuvenate your body and soul. Choose from massages, body scrubs, Turkish baths, nail art, heena art and hair treatments—all tailored to help you unwind and embrace the coastal vibe. Adventures Await Lily Palm Resort is more than just a retreat; it’s a gateway to adventure. Dive into the underwater wonders of Watamu with our Black Marlin Diving Center, a certified facility offering diving trips to the vibrant coral reefs. Whether you’re a seasoned diver or a beginner, this is your chance to explore the marine beauty up close. For the less adventurous, the Beach Bar provides the perfect setting to relax, mingle, or enjoy beachside games while soaking up the sun. Why Wait? Paradise Awaits You! At Lily Palm Resort, we’re committed to creating a memorable getaway for every guest. Whether you’re looking for a romantic escape, a family vacation, or an adventure-packed holiday, our resort offers something special for everyone. Book your stay at Lily Palm Resort today and discover why Watamu is called "The Sweet Place." Let the soothing sounds of the ocean, luxurious amenities, and warm Kenyan hospitality transform your dream holiday into reality. Your slice of paradise is just a reservation away!

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast info

Continental, Italian, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
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2 single beds
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1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
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2 single beds
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1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
2 single beds
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2 sofa beds
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1 large double bed
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2 sofa beds
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2 large double beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.0
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.0
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
6.5
Low score for Watamu

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Elizabeth
    Australia Australia
    Amazing location Great facilities Wonderful friendly staff
  • Kevin
    Kenya Kenya
    Nice meals, friends staff members, clean and spacious rooms and nice pools.
  • Cyrx
    Kenya Kenya
    Great location and options available for the beach activities.
  • Mburu
    Kenya Kenya
    The ambience, the staffs were very friendly, Kennedy at the reception was very welcoming, Jane in the restaurant always followed up if we were okay, the pools were clean, everything about it was at per.
  • Cheryl
    Kenya Kenya
    The place is very clean and the facilities are good. My room had a balcony with a view of the swimming pool which was very relaxing. I like that they also had evening activities for the days that I was around. Generally, my experience was...
  • Frieda
    Kenya Kenya
    Very helpful and friendly staff. Good food. Very clean.
  • Gosseye
    Belgium Belgium
    Lily palm resort management should be proud of their staff, one of the kindest and most friendly staff i’ve ever encountered. The animators were also very friendly and knew almost everyone by name! Highly recommend!!!
  • Al
    Italy Italy
    The staff (Jane in particular), the service, and the attention to the guests.
  • Yasser
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    The place was amazingly beautiful and so were the staff
  • Laura
    Kenya Kenya
    The views to the ocean from the main pool, the big balcony of the room overlooking the small pool and the garden, and the help of their travel agency to help me find a spot in a group doing the Blue Safari. The lobby is beautiful.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Main Restaurant 'buffet'
    • Cuisine
      African • Italian • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian
  • Mapango Italian Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Italian • Mediterranean
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic

Facilities of Lily Palm Resort

Most popular facilities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • 2 restaurants
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/performance
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Desk

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    • 24-hour front desk

    Entertainment and family services

    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Board games/puzzles

    Cleaning services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business facilities

    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Air conditioning
    • Mosquito net
    • Wake-up service
    • Car hire
    • Packed lunches
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Barber/beauty shop
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

    2 swimming pools

    Pool 1 - outdoorFree!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Infinity pool
    • Pool with view
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Pool bar
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sun umbrellas

    Pool 2 - outdoorFree!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/beach towels

    Wellness

    • Kids' pool
    • Full body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Spa facilities
    • Body scrub
    • Body treatments
    • Hair styling
    • Pedicure
    • Manicure
    • Hair treatments
    • Facial treatments
    • Beauty Services
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa and wellness centre
      Additional charge

    Languages spoken

    • English
    • Italian
    • Swahili

    House rules
    Lily Palm Resort takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 12:00 to 00:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 08:30 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Extra bed upon request
    Free
    Cot upon request
    Free
    3 years
    Extra bed upon request
    Free

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
    Accepted payment methods
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    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    The All Inclusive rate includes:

    *Breakfast, lunch and dinner

    *Tea time at 17:00

    *Bottled soft drinks during meals

    The All Inclusive rate excludes:

    *Alcoholic beverages

    The hotel is not accessible for people with wheelchairs .

    Please note that the property charges all the non-refundable prepayments in Euros. The exchange rate of the day is applied.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Lily Palm Resort in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    FAQs about Lily Palm Resort

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • The prices at Lily Palm Resort may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Lily Palm Resort has 2 restaurants:

      • Mapango Italian Restaurant
      • Main Restaurant 'buffet'
    • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Lily Palm Resort. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Lily Palm Resort is 750 yards from the centre of Watamu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at Lily Palm Resort can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 5.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Italian
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Buffet
    • Check-in at Lily Palm Resort is from 12:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Room options at Lily Palm Resort include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Double
      • Triple
      • Family
    • Lily Palm Resort offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
      • Massage
      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Beachfront
      • Evening entertainment
      • Beauty Services
      • Happy hour
      • Bicycle rental
      • Walking tours
      • Horse riding
      • Beach
      • Facial treatments
      • Themed dinner nights
      • Hair treatments
      • Live music/performance
      • Manicure
      • Swimming Pool
      • Pedicure
      • Hair styling
      • Body treatments
      • Body scrub
      • Spa facilities
      • Private beach area
      • Spa/wellness packages
      • Back massage
      • Neck massage
      • Foot massage
      • Head massage
      • Hand massage
      • Full body massage
      • Entertainment staff