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31 Jul - 2 Aug
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Our top choices for Watamu 3-star hotels

Luxury Villa, 4 Bedrooms, Ocean View (KOI KOI) | Terrace/patio

The Lawford Kenya

The Lawford Kenya
3.5 star property
Malindi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"Ideally located hotel for meetings locally - Friendly and helpful staff"
United Kingdom
Rupert
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Lawford Kenya
Exterior

SAFFRON GARDEN MALINDI

SAFFRON GARDEN MALINDI
3.0 star property
Malindi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Very good service from the staff."
Canada
Julia
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
SAFFRON GARDEN MALINDI
On the beach, white sand, beach towels, beach bar

Twiga Beach & Spa

Twiga Beach & Spa
3.0 star property
Watamu
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Twiga Beach & Spa
Exterior

Q Boutique Resort Malindi

Q Boutique Resort Malindi
3.0 star property
Malindi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Q Boutique Resort Malindi
Exterior

Watamu Adventist Resort

Watamu Adventist Resort
3.0 star property
Watamu
The price is €31
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Watamu Adventist Resort
Standard Single Room

Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo

Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo
3.0 star property
Watamu
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Coral Sea Villas

Coral Sea Villas
3.0 star property
Malindi
Coral Sea Villas
Front of property

Queen K Cottages At Chrystal Homes

Queen K Cottages At Chrystal Homes
3.0 star property
Watamu
4.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"scarso di tutto pulizzia servizi decadenti confort decadente"
Italy
Anonymous traveller
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Queen K Cottages At Chrystal Homes
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Turtle Bay Beach Club

Turtle Bay Beach Club
3.0 star property
Watamu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (102 reviews)
"The room was as promised and clean. The food and drinks were very good and staff was very friendly and helpful. I would definitely return and recommend this resort. "
United States
Brenda
Turtle Bay Beach Club
Property grounds

Scorpio Villas Resort

Scorpio Villas Resort
3.5 star property
Malindi
7.4 out of 10, Good, (12 reviews)
"This resort hotel offered good accommodation in Malindi which itself was a relaxing and enjoyable location. I would recommend B&B. I had the buffet dinner at Scorpio on a few occasions. It represented good value for money, but was very much the same each night."
United Kingdom
John
Scorpio Villas Resort
Exterior

Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

Mvuvi Lodge Watamu
3.0 star property
Watamu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"the property is very clean and all the staff are extremely friendly. They made me feel very relaxed and safe. Most days I had the sole use of the pool! Perhaps the chef could do with a few pointers and it would have been great to have a small fridge in my room which was lovely and clean. was well cared for and really enjoyed my stay....5 gold stars!"
United Kingdom
kim
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Mvuvi Lodge Watamu
Private beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm
3.0 star property
Watamu
5.8 out of 10, (6 reviews)
"AVOID, stay away! Firstly the location is wrong, 30 USD to get to the next town by taxi. The Road to the hotel is terrible, extremely bumpy. Beds are hard. This is not a four star hotel. Food is bad. Save your money, go somewhere else."
South Africa
Valene
The price is €173
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm
Outdoor pool

Marine Holiday House

Marine Holiday House
3.0 star property
Malindi
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Marine Holiday House
Exterior

Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers

Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers
3.0 star property
Kilifi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (14 reviews)
"It was a great stay!"
Australia
Zhao
The price is €26
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers
Front of property

Silver Sands Beach Hotel

Silver Sands Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Malindi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
Silver Sands Beach Hotel
Standard Room

Pine Court Malindi

Pine Court Malindi
3.0 star property
Malindi
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Pine Court Malindi
Interior detail

Malindi Pearl Hotel

Malindi Pearl Hotel
3.0 star property
Malindi
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Malindi Pearl Hotel
Property entrance

Swahili House

Swahili House
3.0 star property
Malindi
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Swahili House
Outdoor pool

Girasoli Hotel

Girasoli Hotel
3.0 star property
Malindi
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Girasoli Hotel
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Mulla Apartments

Mulla Apartments
3.5 star property
Malindi
Mulla Apartments
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Learn more about Watamu

Snorkel among vibrant coral gardens in Watamu Marine National Park, where sea turtles glide through crystal-clear waters. Explore ancient Gede Ruins nearby in Arabuko-Sokoke Forest, then relax on pristine white sand beaches with local seafood.

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Top Watamu Hotel Reviews

Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

10/10 Excellent
"the property is very clean and all the staff are extremely friendly. They made me feel very relaxed and safe. Most days I had the sole use of the pool! Perhaps the chef could do with a few pointers and it would have been great to have a small fridge in my room which was lovely and clean. was well cared for and really enjoyed my stay....5 gold stars!"
kim 7-night trip
Posted 5 months ago
Mvuvi Lodge Watamu
Mawe Zuri Resort

Mawe Zuri Resort

8/10 Good
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Debashish 3-night trip
Posted 7 months ago
Mawe Zuri Resort

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Watamu?
Expedia customers seeking an affordable and comfortable Watamu property often pick Rafiki Village. This 3-star hotel, around 0.48 kilometres north of the centre, comes with a terrace and pool sun loungers. Need another suggestion? Situated 0.80 kilometres southwest of downtown and including a terrace and a garden, Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm is another top pick among guests.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Watamu?
The big difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Watamu will be the level of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are usually more wallet-friendly and offer the amenities and services you need to ensure your comfort, such as WiFi, a gym and breakfast. You can look forward to a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale décor, luxury toiletries and extra touches like on-site day spas.