The 10 best beach hotels in Watamu, Kenya

The best beach hotels in Watamu

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The Mida Creek Hotel

Situated in Watamu, a few steps from Merry Crab Cove Beach, The Mida Creek Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

Simon

From

Sweden

How do I start to describe the best hotel experience I had. Arriving at Mida Creek Hotel was like entering a quite oasis. You enter a kind of community hidden among the mangroves and the jungles by the shore of the creek. You can draw parallels to the movie "the Beach", in the sense of serenity, reclusiveness and beauty. You can go to the hotel by boat, driven by captain of the hotel, a kind and professional boatsman and fisherman. He also does sunset flamingo tours which we took and were absolutely impressed by! Hotel is also reachable by taxi, which the hotel can organize for you, strongly recommended! The hotel is isolated (which is a strong point), you are not bothered by salespeople or crowded beaches like in Malindi or Diani beach, and you have the creek almost to yourself. Even if you develop cabin fever, the captain is always to boat you. Staying isolated at the hotel won’t make you gastronomically bored either, as the hotel has managed to find the best chef on the Kenyan seaside! The menu has good varieties too, local food, burgers, pasta, seafood to name a few! It was one of the greatest food experiences we had in Kenya. Hotel quality is impeccable and is kept super clean and tidy by the greatest hotel staff we encountered – anywhere in the world. From cleaners to the barmen to the pool boy, they all contributed to making our stay as great as possible. It felt like you were staying at a family run hotel, they were all so kind, caring and sincere. The hotel also has that very local vibe, you truly feel Kenyan culture there. And you live in nature, literarily! Greenery, animals and birds are plentiful. Amazonian I would say. Special thanks to David, for being such cool guy and also organizing such memorable kayaking trip through the mangroves. It might sound too good to be true, but it actually was. The hotel had something that no other hotel we have stayed at has had – that feeling of arriving in a special place. Just like in The Beach.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews

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US$171.48

1 night, 2 adults

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Visiwa Beach Resort

Watamu

Set in Watamu, 50 metres from Watamu Bay Beach, Visiwa Beach Resort offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

Lesley

From

United Kingdom

Beautiful hotel in a stunning location. The staff and Management could not do enough to make our stay as perfect as possible.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews

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US$210.60

1 night, 2 adults

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Watamu Beach Cottages B&B

Watamu

Set in Watamu in the Kilifi region with Garoda Beach and Mida Creek nearby, Watamu Beach Cottages B&B provides accommodation with access to beauty services.

Luisa

From

Switzerland

I loved the healthy breakfast options, and the chef went above and beyond by preparing packed breakfasts for our early starts. The location is unbeatable, breathtaking views of the beach, and there are plenty of peaceful spots to unwind in a hammock or on a sunbed. Truly a hidden gem.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 180 reviews

Price from

US$89

1 night, 2 adults

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Kobe Suite Resort

Watamu

With a tropical garden and and private beach area, Kobe Suite Resort is located in Watamu. The resort has two outdoor pools and can arrange massages on request.

Fiona

From

United Kingdom

Everything! The rooms are spacious and well appointed. Views and gardens stunning. Staff are welcoming and food is delicious.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews

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US$240.12

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

janice

From

Canada

Beautiful resort grounds, lots of water sports (windsurfing, diving) & enjoyed the ping pong & giant chessboard. The pool was a great place to cool off n the shade. Rooms were spotless & very comfortable. The breakfast was great, as were the dinner options & woodfired pizza. Best of all was the friendly , helpful staff - they truly made our stay special!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 368 reviews

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US$120

1 night, 2 adults

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Airamjudi

Watamu

Featuring accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a balcony, Airamjudi is set in Watamu. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free WiFi.

Jolanda

From

United Kingdom

Review: I recently stayed in Watamu at the beautiful villa called Airamjudi, and it was an exceptional experience. The villa offers all the comforts needed for a relaxing stay: the room was well-furnished, spacious, and equipped with everything I could ask for. The location is perfect for those looking for tranquility but still want the convenience of getting around easily. The area is peaceful and safe, and it’s very easy to move around thanks to the availability of tuk-tuks and motorbikes. Plus, the villa is located right in front of Fortamu Beach, which is easily reachable on foot—a huge bonus! One of the highlights of my stay was the fantastic pool, ideal for unwinding after a day of exploring. I really appreciated the attention to detail and the welcoming atmosphere of the villa. I had an amazing time and will definitely return. I highly recommend Airamjudi to anyone looking for a perfect combination of relaxation, comfort, and natural beauty!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

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US$63

1 night, 2 adults

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Casa Maridadi

Watamu

Featuring a balcony with sea views, a private beach area and pool with a view, Casa Maridadi can be found in Watamu, close to Papa Remo Beach and 24 km from Watamu National Marine Park.

Purvi

From

United Arab Emirates

The apartment was clean and beautifully curated. Some of the most incredible artwork I have seen in a rental apartment. The cleaner Winnie was fabulous and we were also tipped off on an excellent masseuse. I received excellent guidance on restaurants in the area too! Thank you Ash for setting up everything so well for us.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

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US$300

1 night, 2 adults

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Shira house

Watamu

Featuring a patio with sea views, a private beach area and an outdoor swimming pool, Shira house can be found in Watamu, close to Jacaranda Bay Beach and 28 km from Watamu National Marine Park.

Muriel

From

France

We have loved everything, from the room to the staff! The place around is amazing too, beautiful, quiet, the beach is gorgeous, good restaurants, and even at Gabriel's house the food is tasty, well: it was just a dream! ✨💎. Thanks you Gabriela for your kindness and your availability, thanks too to the so nice and discrete staff ♥️

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

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US$135

1 night, 2 adults

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Beba.Beach.House

Watamu

Featuring a private beach area and views of sea, Beba.Beach.House is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Watamu, 2 km from Jacaranda Bay Beach.

Xenia

From

Germany

Very beautiful house with pool overlooking the sea. We enjoyed the huge terrace, half-covered so that we could spend our days in the shade. The design of the whole place is exceptional and both the host and staff were adorable.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews

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US$160

1 night, 2 adults

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Blue Bay Cove, Penthouse 4

Watamu

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a patio, Blue Bay Cove, Penthouse 4 is set in Watamu.

Watson

From

Kenya

The apartment has a/c and fans in all the bedrooms. The location is excellent, right near a little cove and easy walks to two beautiful white sandy beaches on either side. The view of the ocean is amazing, and we even got to see dolphins coming by. The staff are all friendly and very helpful. The kitchen is so well stocked that there is nothing you can't find for cooking up a great meal. The decor is tasteful and well maintained. The beds are comfortable, and the linens are clean and fresh. The towels provided for the bathroom are lovely and big, very clean again. Maggie, the housekeeper, is brilliant and can help with lots of things from shopping to helping find local excursions. The pool is nice and big. Lots of sunbeds around the pool. This is our second time here, and we felt like it was a home from home. We will definitely be back again.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

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US$190

1 night, 2 adults

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