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Unique Hotels in Watamu

Bed and Breakfast. Delightful property. Great views. Set in Watamu in the Coast Region Region, 900 metres from Short Beach (Watamu Marine Park), Rock and Sea Resort features a private beach area and water sports facilities. The bed and breakfast has a barbecue and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. You can play billiards and darts at the bed and breakfast. Certain units include a seating area for your convenience. A terrace or patio are featured in certain rooms. All rooms include a private bathroom with a bidet and shower, with bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries provided. You will find a gift shop at the property. The bed and breakfast also offers bike hire. Jetty Launch is 1.4 km from Rock and Sea Resort, while Mida Creek is 3.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Malindi Airport, 24 km from Rock and Sea Resort. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Cosy. Great value. Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Watamu. Boasting a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around less than 1 km from Mapango Beach, a 11-minute walk from Watamu Bay Beach and 2 km from Papa Remo Beach. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, all rooms include a patio. Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo provides some rooms that have garden views, and the rooms include a private bathroom with a shower. At the accommodation rooms include bed linen and towels. Watamu National Marine Park is 23 km from Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo, while Bio-Ken Snake Farm is less than 1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Malindi, 20 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

Resort. Stylish. Great location. Popular among couples. Facing the beachfront, Visiwa Beach Resort offers 5-star accommodation in Watamu and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and shared lounge. With a terrace, the property also has a restaurant, as well as a bar. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Bike hire and car hire are available at this resort and the area is popular for cycling. Popular points of interest near the resort include Watamu Bay Beach, Papa Remo Beach and Mapango Beach. The nearest airport is Malindi Airport, 19 km from Visiwa Beach Resort. Show full description

Camp Site. Hip. Gorgeous surroundings. Popular among women. Boasting lake views, Mida Creek Nature Camp features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a bar, around 12 km from Watamu National Marine Park. This campground provides free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. All units include private entrance. At the campground, all units have bed linen and towels. At the campground, the traditional restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and brunch and serves African cuisine. Guests at Mida Creek Nature Camp will be able to enjoy activities in and around Watamu, like walking tours. The campground has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Arabuko Sokoke National Park is 8.1 km from the accommodation, while Bio-Ken Snake Farm is 12 km away. The nearest airport is Malindi Airport, 19 km from Mida Creek Nature Camp. Show full description

Lodge. Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Ecolodge Jua Bahari is located in the small town of Timboni, just 2 km away from Watamu Beach. Surrounded by palm trees, the lodge has an outdoor pool and restaurant. Each comes with a ceiling fan, minibar and a small veranda. A la carte menus and Kenyan thematic dinners on selected evenings are also offered. The rooms are decorated in African style. The beds and windows are draped with mosquito nets. The bathrooms are fitted with a shower. Positioned in front of the pool, the restaurant combines traditional Mediterranean cuisine with local flavours. Guests can relax on sun loungers by the pool or read a book in the shared lounge area, which also offers satellite TV and a selection of DVDs. You can engage in various activities, such as snorkeling and windsurfing. Moi International Airport is 120 km away. Show full description

Apartment. Lovely property. Superb interior design. Boasting pool with a view, Lady D House is set on the beachfront in Watamu. Located 600 metres from Papa Remo Beach, the property provides a private beach area and free private parking. Featuring a DVD player, the spacious apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a toaster and a fridge, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 2 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms with a bidet and a shower. The apartment offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.7 km from Watamu Bay Beach. A flat-screen TV is provided. Kids pool is also available at the apartment, while guests can also relax in the garden. Mapango Beach is 3 km from Lady D House, while Watamu National Marine Park is 25 km away. The nearest airport is Malindi, 17 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Charming. Great value. Popular among couples. 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. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The hotel also features free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving African and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested. Popular points of interest near Palm Garden Boutique Hotel include Turtle Bay Beach, Short Beach and Mida Creek. The nearest airport is Malindi Airport, 25 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Creative. 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. All rooms and suites boast regional décor which includes locally made furniture and artworks. Each room has a mosquito net and is fitted with flat-screen TV, a tea / coffee maker and a seating area. The hotel’s restaurant features a laid-back atmosphere with its thatched ceiling and all-wood furniture. Guests can enjoy a refreshing cold beverage and relax on the traditional porch swing. Lonno Lodge Hotel is 30 km away from Kakoneni’s cultural and natural attractions. The hotel’s staff can also organise day trips and outdoor excursions. Show full description

Apartment. Great bar. Situated in Watamu, Luciano & Grace Apartments offers accommodation with free WiFi and a garden with an outdoor swimming pool. All units include a fully equipped kitchen, allowing guests to prepare their own meals. The apartment offers a barbecue. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings and Luciano & Grace Apartments can arrange a car rental service. Some units include a dining area and/or a terrace. Watamu National Marine Park is 1 km from the accommodation, while Bio-Ken Snake Farm is 4 km from the property. Malindi Airport is 23 km away. Show full description

Resort. Cool. Great interior design. Popular among couples. 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. The suites at Kobe have air conditioning, a minibar, seating area and a bathroom with shower and bidet. The beds are draped with mosquito nets and each suite has satellite TV. Guests can enjoy sea or garden views. At Kobe Suite Resort you will find a restaurant and bar, meeting facilities, a concierge service and 24-hour front desk. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including fishing, diving and snorkelling. The National Marine Park is 3.5 km away and Gede ruins is 11 km from the resort. Moi International Airport is 120 km away. Show full description

Resort. Set in Watamu, 500 metres from Watamu Bay Beach, RiccArDella House Rafiki Tamu offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. The property is located 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park, 18 km from Malindi Marine National Park and 19 km from Arabuko Sokoke National Park. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. All guest rooms come with air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, a kettle, a bidet, a hairdryer and a wardrobe. All units at the resort are equipped with a private bathroom and bed linen. A continental, Full English/Irish or Italian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Popular points of interest near RiccArDella House Rafiki Tamu include Papa Remo Beach, Mapango Beach and Bio-Ken Snake Farm. The nearest airport is Malindi Airport, 19 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Resort. Highly elegant. Great bar. Popular among couples. Located on Watamu beach, the luxury Medina Palms features unique architecture and a tropical garden, outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and views of the Indian Ocean. Free WiFi is offered in public areas. At Medina Palms there is the à la carte Amandina Restaurant, Star Lounge which offers shisha, cocktails and sunsets views towards the distant Tsavo National Park. With views of the garden and pool, the elegant and spacious suites come complete with air conditioning and feature a lounge and dining area, flat-screen satellite TV and kitchenette. Each have a private entrance and some suites offer a hot tub. Other facilities at the resort include a kids' club, fitness centre and the Sakina Spa which offers an array of treatments and massages. The resort is 25 km from the Malindi Airport and 126 km from the Moi International Airport. Show full description

Bed and Breakfast. Pucci House Watamu provides spa facilities and wellness packages, as well as air-conditioned accommodation in Watamu, 400 metres from Mapango Beach. The property features pool and garden views, and is 800 metres from Watamu Bay Beach. An à la carte breakfast is available daily at the property and includes fruits and juice. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. At the bed and breakfast, all units are fitted with a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also provide guests with free WiFi. At the bed and breakfast, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Bike hire and car hire are available at this bed and breakfast and the area is popular for cycling. In addition to a year-round outdoor pool, the bed and breakfast also offers kids pool and shared lounge. Turtle Bay Beach is 1.4 km from Pucci House Watamu, while Watamu National Marine Park is 23 km away. The nearest airport is Malindi, 20 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

Apartment. Mwezi - Maisha Resort is a property with a private pool, set in Watamu, within just 300 metres of Watamu Bay Beach and 300 metres of Papa Remo Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Featuring pool and garden views, this apartment provides 2 bedrooms and opens to a patio. The air-conditioned apartment also offers a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a seating area, a washing machine and 2 bathrooms with a bidet and a shower. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk and full-day security for guests. The apartment offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. The apartment serves a continental and Italian breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests can also relax in the garden. Mapango Beach is 1.6 km from Mwezi - Maisha Resort, while Watamu National Marine Park is 23 km away. The nearest airport is Malindi, 18 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

Apartment. Elegant. Great location. Located in Watamu, 6.9 km from Watamu National Marine Park, Watamu Solana Apartments provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, and free WiFi. Providing a patio and pool views, each of the Studio Apartments include a satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchenette, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and a shower. Watamu Solana Apartments offers a barbecue facility. Popular points of interest near Watamu Solana Apartments include Bio-Ken Snake Farm, Watamu Marine Nature Park and Watamu Supermarket. Watersports activities like kite-surfing, snorkeling, deep sea fishing can be enjoyed nearby. The nearest airport is Malindi, 20 km from the apartment. Show full description

Apartment. Situated in Watamu, just a few steps from Mapango Beach, Penthouse ocean view on the beach pool WiFi features beachfront accommodation with a private beach area, pool with a view, a garden and free WiFi. This apartment provides air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. The spacious apartment has a terrace, 2 bedrooms, a living room and a well-equipped kitchen with an oven and a fridge. The apartment offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. The property is non-smoking and is located 200 metres from Watamu Bay Beach. Guests can take in the views of the sea from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. The apartment complex has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Turtle Bay Beach is 1.8 km from the apartment, while Watamu National Marine Park is 23 km from the property. The nearest airport is Malindi, 20 km from Penthouse ocean view on the beach pool WiFi, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

Villa. Newly opened, March 2024. 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 less than 1 km from Watamu Bay Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The air-conditioned villa consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a coffee machine, and 3 bathrooms with a hot tub and a hair dryer. A private entrance leads guests into the villa, where they can enjoy some fruits. The property has an outdoor dining area. The villa boasts a variety of wellness options, including a fitness room, an open-air bath and yoga classes. A children's playground is also available at the villa, while guests can also relax in the garden. Mapango Beach is 2.2 km from Casa Maridadi, while Watamu National Marine Park is 24 km away. The nearest airport is Malindi Airport, 18 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Villa. Newly opened, December 2023. Situated in Watamu and only less than 1 km from Papa Remo Beach, White bay pianoB features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. With garden views, this accommodation provides a balcony. The accommodation offers full-day security, a housekeeping service and currency exchange for guests. The air-conditioned villa consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a coffee machine, and 5 bathrooms with a bidet and a hair dryer. Guests can take in the views of the pool from the terrace, which also has outdoor furniture. The accommodation is non-smoking. In the warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and dine on the private patio. Guests can also relax in the garden. Watamu Bay Beach is 2 km from the villa, while Watamu National Marine Park is 25 km from the property. The nearest airport is Malindi Airport, 17 km from White bay pianoB. Show full description

Apartment. Boasting accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a patio, Manasha Apartment 1 is set in Watamu. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Mapango Beach is 2.2 km away and Watamu National Marine Park is 24 km from the apartment. Located on the ground floor, this spacious apartment has 2 bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a living room, and a flat-screen TV. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the garden views. The property offers inner courtyard views. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Papa Remo Beach, Watamu Bay Beach and Bio-Ken Snake Farm. The nearest airport is Malindi Airport, 18 km from Manasha Apartment 1. Show full description

Villa. Newly opened, October 2023. Located in Watamu, 700 metres from Watamu Bay Beach, Rafiki Jua Resort provides accommodation with an infinity pool, free private parking and a garden. The air-conditioned accommodation is 700 metres from Papa Remo Beach. Bio-Ken Snake Farm is 1.7 km away and Malindi Marine National Park is 18 km from the villa. With a private bathroom, units at the villa complex also offer free WiFi, while some rooms are equipped with a terrace. Mapango Beach is 2 km from the villa, while Watamu National Marine Park is 23 km away. The nearest airport is Malindi Airport, 18 km from Rafiki Jua Resort. Show full description