Watamu Travel Guide
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AHG Lion Beach Resort
Watamu Beach Road, Watamu, Kilifi County
The price is NZ$179 per night from 14 May to 15 May
NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Watamu. Enjoy free WiFi, a private beach, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (8 reviews)
Watamu beach
"Place had some age but it was still very charming and had a great view overlooking the water from our front sitting veranda. Breakfast left a little to be desired and are checking experience wasn't the best has it seemed like maybe the front staff was having a bad day. But the room was great overall ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jan. 2025

Hemingways Watamu
Watamu, Watamu, Kilifi County
The price is NZ$1,224 per night from 11 May to 12 May
NZ$1,224
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Watamu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (47 reviews)
"Lovely to stay at Hemingways! As beautiful as ever. Staff and facilities first class!"
Reviewed on 9 Jan. 2025

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm
Jacaranda Road, Kembe Kibabamshe 367, Watamu, Kilifi County
The price is NZ$320 per night from 2 May to 3 May
NZ$320
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Watamu. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake are located ...
6/10 (5 reviews)
St Thomas December visit
"The general conditions are good, rooms are nice and clean and airconditioners works well. Pool is Nice and clean. Food was good although no meat ( bacon and sausages) for breakfast in last 3 days of visit. Management does not adjust to needs - we were keen on Tusker Lite and although the resort is ..."
Reviewed on 26 Dec. 2022
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort
Jacaranda Road, Watamu, Kilifi County
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Watamu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Ruins of Gedi are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"Great owners and Rachel the cook was very nice abd helpful. As a retired chef, I can say this was a cool experience to relax and not cook while enjoying my stay here. Thanks to the owners! The receptionist could be a little bit sour acting, but the rest of the staff was WONDERFUL!"
Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2024

Rafiki Village
1455 Plot Jacaranda Road, Watamu, Kilifi County
Stay at this 3-star spa aparthotel in Watamu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Ruins of Gedi are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
Soggiorno africano
"Positivo il soggiorno stile africano, poco chiari riguardo al pagamento della cena. Meglio accordarsi prima o andare a fare la spesa con loro se si ha tempo. Una volta se ne è andata la luce ma dopo poco è ritornata, hanno attivato il gruppo elettrogeno probabilmente che faceva rumore dal mio appartamento. ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jan. 2025

Nyumba Sara (sea front villa)
watamu
Stay at this villa in Watamu. Enjoy private pools, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
A beautiful holiday!
"Nyumba Sara was a wonderful place to enjoy our holiday. A beautiful, elegant home with a lovely terrace to capture the seabreeze, relaxing view of the ocean from the upstairs bedrooms, and a one minute walk to the beach. The house staff took care of us like family and the chef's cooking was five ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jan. 2021
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit

Watamu Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Watamu Beach during your travels in Watamu? Wander the seaside and parks while you're in the area.
Mida Creek
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mida Creek during your travels in Watamu. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Ruins of Gedi
Find out about the history of Watamu when you spend time at Ruins of Gedi. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Activities

3 Days Masai Mara By Flight from Mombasa/Diani (min 2 Pax)
NZ$3,706
per adult

Full Day Private Safari Blue Tour from Malindi
NZ$337
per adult