Just a few steps from Turtle Bay Beach and a 1-minute walk from Garoda Beach, A Rocha Eco-Lodge & Conservation Centre features accommodations in Watamu, with a garden, a terrace, and a shared lounge. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi and free private parking. Short Beach is 1.4 miles away, and Watamu National Marine Park is 16 miles from the guest house. The rooms come with a private bathroom with a shower, while selected rooms here will provide you with sea views. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the guest house. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. Bio-Ken Snake Farm is 3.1 miles from A Rocha Eco-Lodge & Conservation Centre, while Arabuko Sokoke National Park is 13 miles away. Malindi Airport is 15 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
7.5

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tiina
    Estonia Estonia
    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...
  • Gerishon
    Kenya Kenya
    They have a good culture of letting customers interact with the employees we even had meals together and chat
  • Per-erik
    Sweden Sweden
    Excellent location close to the beach. Very nice and friendly staff. The standard of the facilies is certainly not luxurious but quite enough for a beach holiday with a lot of activities available around.
  • Alexandra
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Unique stay and experience Opportunity to find out more and get involved in the project's conservation activities Opportunity to bond and connect with the staff and volunteers Warm welcome Assistence getting to centre and around...
  • Sheryl
    Kenya Kenya
    It was a home away from home kind of vacation, had a very genuine setting where all visitors feels included especially during meals where everyone sits at one table and enjoys the delicious meals prepared by the chefs. The whole team was a...
  • Alice
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Very special place. You need to buy into the ethos, value and sense of community. It’s a rare find. Not at all like some of the more pretentious places on the coast.
  • Danson
    Kenya Kenya
    The ambiance and the whole setup of the place was awesome, the family like set up make you have that homely atmosphere Home away from home feeling, the staff quite accommodative lead by Betty their team leader, good and simple satisfying meals,...
  • Lou
    Switzerland Switzerland
    We enjoyed every aspects of our stay; the food was fresh and delicious, the staff very helpful and friendly, the guesthouse was beautiful and clean and the access to the beach was a big plus. We will be back soon!
  • Kerstin
    Germany Germany
    Very nice staff, each day different good dinner, breakfast and dinner was included in the price, really near to the beach, a quiet place compared to a city, good and stable WIFI
  • Petteri
    Finland Finland
    The location near the beach was excellent. Room was also comfortable. Their policy for nature concervation is worth to mention. Good info of nature conservation.

Managed by A Rocha Kenya

Company review score: 9.4Based on 85 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

A Rocha Kenya is a Christian conservation organisation that is part of larger International Network of A Rocha organisations in over 20 countries around the world. Our mission is to make God’s love for His world known by demonstrating how to practically care for it through scientific research, advocacy, environmental education and sustainable community-based conservation programs. By working with the local communities, A Rocha Kenya aims to achieve the long-term conservation of threatened habitats and species. We are restoring habitats, educating the community, and empowering people to be agents and stewards of conservation.

Property info

Mwamba is just 80m off the dazzling white sand of Watamu beach and Africa's oldest marine park. Run by A Rocha Kenya, a Christian conservation organisation, we provide simple yet delightful full-board accommodation with local style food. You are welcome to join in whatever conservation activities are going on at the time as well! Fish surveys, bird ringing, school visits etc. We're also in prime position for kitesurfing & have storage facilities for kites. Karibuni sana!

Neighborhood info

Mwamba Eco-lodge is located just 80m from the beach, in a calm area just a few kilometers south of Watamu. From here, you can easily access Watamu, Mida Creek, Arabuko-Sokoke Forest, Marafa and Malindi. An ideal location for peace and quiet, while keeping within easy reach of many daily excursions.

Languages Spoken

English,Swahili

Area info

Amenities of A Rocha Eco-Lodge & Conservation Centre
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Washing machine

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Beach
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

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

    Services

    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    General

    • Mosquito net
    • Fan
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Languages Spoken

    • English
    • Swahili

    House rules
    A Rocha Eco-Lodge & Conservation Centre takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
    Check-out
    Available 24 hours
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    FAQs about A Rocha Eco-Lodge & Conservation Centre

    • A Rocha Eco-Lodge & Conservation Centre offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Snorkeling
      • Beachfront
      • Beach
    • Check-in at A Rocha Eco-Lodge & Conservation Centre is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Room options at A Rocha Eco-Lodge & Conservation Centre include:

      • Twin
      • Triple
    • The prices at A Rocha Eco-Lodge & Conservation Centre may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • A Rocha Eco-Lodge & Conservation Centre is 2.8 miles from the center of Watamu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The nearest beach is 350 feet from A Rocha Eco-Lodge & Conservation Centre. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.