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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.

The staff and location
7.4
Scored 7.4
Good
Rated good
192 reviews
Price from₪ 708.42per 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.

I loved the minimalistic interior decor & aesthetics. The food was great as well. Staff were really kind & warm.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
51 reviews
Price from₪ 499.63per 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
6.7
Scored 6.7
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
37 reviews
Price from₪ 443.70per 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.

Rooms are lovely, exactly as per photos.
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
9 reviews
Price from₪ 745.71per 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.

Great location. Very kind and helpful staff.
5.1
Scored 5.1
Average
Rated passable
30 reviews
Price from₪ 127.52per 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.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
13 reviews
Price from₪ 1,252.79per night
Mawe Zuri Resort, hotel in Watamu

Mawe Zuri Resort has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Watamu. Located around less than 1 km from Papa Remo Beach, the hotel with free WiFi is also 2 km away from Watamu Bay Beach.

Good size of room, large bathroom, well kept pools. Big TV, quiet location, fantastic seaview from the garden, easy to have a walk in the area and safe. Friendly staff, good breakfast but slow.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
115 reviews
Price from₪ 354.21per night
Ascot Watamu, hotel in Watamu

Ascot Watamu features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Watamu. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a casino.

Everything
8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
14 reviews
Price from₪ 428.78per 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.

Good service, good breakfast, kind staff, good value
8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
67 reviews
Price from₪ 171.51per night
Lily Palm Resort, hotel in Watamu

Situated in Watamu in the Coast Region Region, 7 km from Watamu National Marine Park, Lily Palm Resort boasts 3 swimming pools, 2 restaurants and a private beach area.

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.
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
436 reviews
Price from₪ 380.31per night
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Budget hotels in Watamu

  • Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 41 reviews

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

    very nice and comfortable, clean and staff super friendly and helpful

  • The Charming Lonno Lodge Watamu
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 13 reviews

    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.

    Everything was perfect, food, staff, location and accomodation

  • Ascot Watamu
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 14 reviews

    Ascot Watamu features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Watamu. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a casino.

    The accomodation was very nice, clean and the staff was amazing!

  • Palm Garden Boutique Hotel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 51 reviews

    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.

    Séjour exceptionnel. Je recommande ce merveilleux hôtel.

  • Lily Palm Resort
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 436 reviews

    Situated in Watamu in the Coast Region Region, 7 km from Watamu National Marine Park, Lily Palm Resort boasts 3 swimming pools, 2 restaurants and a private beach area.

    The place is very beautiful! The staff are quite friendly.

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What guests said about Watamu:

  • 8.0
    Scored 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
  • 10
    Scored 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
  • 4.0
    Scored 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
  • 10
    Scored 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
  • 10
    Scored 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
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Local administration and hoteliers should strive to attract...

    Local administration and hoteliers should strive to attract more local tourists. Overdependence on foreigners leads to exaggerated prices in addition to leaving Watamu as a ghost town especially in low season.
    Kinini

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Watamu

  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 89 reviews
    I love the location - perfect spot for beach holiday and not too fair-away from Watamu - yes the road is not perfect but for me it was part of my Kenya experience :-) They are a few very good restaurant on the beach and Safari was always very helpful , he even took as to a local church which was amazing experience ! I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to relax and learn a bit about the locals , the location is very safe . Pole Pole
    Veronika
    United Kingdom
  • From ₪ 786.72 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 216 reviews
    In general, the hotel is expanding and building new structures like yoga place and a very good place for a stay in Watamu —-but I’ll reconsider my choices next year because of breakfast policy. The swimming pool is lovely as always and the New Fitness in an open space is well equipped and modern and I enjoyed working out. Rooms are stocked with water and variety of tea and a pot. Easy access to Lichthaus. Bed was comfy with many pillows.
    Denis
    United States
  • From ₪ 372.86 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 115 reviews
    The place was awesome. I was working while I was there and it was very cozy, comfortable and the staff was so accommodating. Internet was very good, was working back in the states and had no issues. The shower was also the best shower I’ve had in Kenya. Water pressure was perfect. Netflix on the tv was also a huge plus. Couldn’t recommend more for anyone trying to relax and enjoy Watamu.
    Sean
    United States
  • 7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1 review
    The location is great for access to most places in Watamu and we walked to the beach. There are restaurants in Watamu village that you can walk to at any hour. We were on the same road with the rest of the family so it was super convenient to drive down to them in minutes. Safe parking. Secure compound. The host and caretaker were available when needed and were friendly ladies.
    Patrick
    Kenya
  • From ₪ 447.43 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 43 reviews
    The staff was very friendly and willing to assist. The beach was also just steps away from the property as well as the pool and beach towels were provided. There were also some specials guests- the owners dogs! The breakfasts were also very good with fresh baked goods, fresh eggs, and freshly squeezed juice as well as eggs your way.
    Lindsay
    Kenya
  • From ₪ 294.26 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 27 reviews
    Amazing place,the best we have stayed at in Africa. Felt like we were in a 5* hotel..spotless, comfortable,quiet. We extended our stay by an extra night we liked it so much..Maggie looked after us impeccably, warm and a perfect host,ready to help whenever we needed her. Highly recommended recommended.
    H
    Malawi
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 89 reviews
    This is a great, clean beach house right next to a lovely white sand beach. The water is pretty warm and there arent aggressive beach boys at the beach. There are tiki beach umbrellas on the beach that you can hang out under. The receptionist Safari was very nice as well.
    Bindi
    Uganda
  • From ₪ 141.68 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 17 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
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 436 reviews
    Breakfast could have been improved upon. Omelettes were made fresh, but otherwise options were limited in the buffet. Slices of cheese and deli meat. Pool was stunning with view of the ocean. Beach was beautiful. Great relaxing area of Watamu.
    Nathaniel
    United States
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 98 reviews
    Beautiful coastal themed structures. Incredibly friendly, warm, helpful and competent staff from the start all the way to the end. Beautiful views of the ocean. Beautiful beach and access to it. This was the best hotel experience I have ever had.
    Kevin
    Kenya
  • From ₪ 708.42 per night
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 192 reviews
    All-inclusive - great food but the alcoholic beverages were quite disappointing - they offer only the cheapest alcohol. The hotel is spacious, great beach and best in the area, by all the locals we met. there is great diving center in the hotel.
    Adéla
    Czech Republic
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 364 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 ₪ 115.59 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 73 reviews
    Very nice and quiet area, close to the beach with helpful and very kind host. The swimming pool is amazing, as well as the size of the room is huge...
    Aleksandar
    Montenegro
  • From ₪ 421.33 per night
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 203 reviews
    Rooms are big, comfortable and clean. Beach is beautiful. The facilities of Papa Remo (same owner, next door) offer the best food in town.
    Edyta
    Poland
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 386 reviews
    The place has a beautiful beach and the restaurant experience is excellent. Staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming as well.
    Madung
    Kenya
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 218 reviews
    The staff are so friendly. Amazing property beach front and close to all other activities
    Kwetonda
    Uganda
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 436 reviews
    The ocean view and the hotel service. The place is generally good for family.
    Beth
    Kenya
  • From ₪ 503.35 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 160 reviews
    All was absolutely perfect. The area is the best of watamu.
    Rocio
    Spain
  • From ₪ 522 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 108 reviews
    The place wa ok right at the beach front door relaxing .
    Mrs. Bilal Williams
    Kenya
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 386 reviews
    The location on Watamu beach was good.
    harry
    South Africa