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Our top choices for Watamu Beach hotels

1. Kobe Suite Resort

Kobe Suite Resort
2.5 km from Watamu Beach
United States
Laurie
€177
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Kobe Suite Resort

2. Medina Palms

Medina Palms
1.2 km from Watamu Beach
South Africa
Loris
€331
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Medina Palms

3. Blue Bay Village

Blue Bay Village
2 km from Watamu Beach
United States
EMMA R
€163
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Blue Bay Village

4. Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu
1.5 km from Watamu Beach
United Kingdom
Andrew
€245
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hemingways Watamu

5. Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

Mvuvi Lodge Watamu
1.6 km from Watamu Beach
United Kingdom
kim
€116
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

6. AHG Lion Beach Resort

AHG Lion Beach Resort
3 km from Watamu Beach
United States
Vanessa
€102
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
AHG Lion Beach Resort

7. Watamu Ascot Hotel

Watamu Ascot Hotel
3.1 km from Watamu Beach
United Kingdom
Igor
€92
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Watamu Ascot Hotel

8. Watamu Adventist Beach Resort

Watamu Adventist Beach Resort
2.8 km from Watamu Beach
United States
Ben Oyugi
€49
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Watamu Adventist Beach Resort

9. Paradise Lagoon B&B

Paradise Lagoon B&B
3.1 km from Watamu Beach
€46
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Paradise Lagoon B&B

10. Watamu Adventist Resort

Watamu Adventist Resort
2.7 km from Watamu Beach
€30
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Watamu Adventist Resort

11. 2 Livu Villas Watamu

2 Livu Villas Watamu
1 km from Watamu Beach
€110
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
2 Livu Villas Watamu

12. Solana Studio Apartments watamu

Solana Studio Apartments watamu
3.2 km from Watamu Beach
€132
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Solana Studio Apartments watamu

13. SAFFRON GARDEN MALINDI

SAFFRON GARDEN MALINDI
23 km from Watamu Beach
Canada
Julia
€42
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
SAFFRON GARDEN MALINDI

14. Visiwa Beach Resort

Visiwa Beach Resort
4.2 km from Watamu Beach
United States
Jeffrey
€207
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Visiwa Beach Resort

15. Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa

Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa
19.1 km from Watamu Beach
United States
David
€185
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa

16. Eco Villas Watamu

Eco Villas Watamu
3.9 km from Watamu Beach
United States
Maya
€44
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Eco Villas Watamu

17. The Charming Lonno Lodge

The Charming Lonno Lodge
6.5 km from Watamu Beach
United Kingdom
EUAN
€489
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The Charming Lonno Lodge

18. Le Pleiadi

Le Pleiadi
23.4 km from Watamu Beach
United States
SIMON
€45
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Le Pleiadi

19. Rock and Sea Resort

Rock and Sea Resort
4.5 km from Watamu Beach
United States
Anonymous traveller
€345
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Rock and Sea Resort

20. The ONE

The ONE
9.9 km from Watamu Beach
United States
Vincent
€74
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
The ONE
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Compare popular hotels close to Watamu Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.
Kobe Suite Resort
9.6
Exceptional
32 reviews
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A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and overlooking the ocean.
Medina Palms
9.6
Exceptional
44 reviews
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A resort with a pool surrounded by thatched-roof structures, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
Blue Bay Village
9.4
Exceptional
10 reviews
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Hemingways Watamu
9.0
Wonderful
72 reviews
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A pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.
Mvuvi Lodge Watamu
8.0
Very good
5 reviews
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Top Watamu Beach Hotel Reviews

Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent hotel, great staff, very comfortable and spacious room, highly recommend"
Andrew 5-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Hemingways Watamu
Turtle Bay Beach Club

Turtle Bay Beach Club

10/10 Excellent
"Très bon accueil par Janet et le reste du personnel. Excellent service tout au long du séjour. La nourriture était variée et de qualité. Merci pour tout, Turtle Bay Resort!"
Mario 3-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Turtle Bay Beach Club
AHG Lion Beach Resort

AHG Lion Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent
"The food was amazing. The place and the weather, also. All the staff was very friendly and helpful. My suggestion is that there should be a portable or fixed clothesline for hanging wet clothes after the beach or pool."
Elton 6-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
AHG Lion Beach Resort
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 6 months ago
Mvuvi Lodge Watamu
Kasa Tatu Villas, Watamu

Kasa Tatu Villas, Watamu

10/10 Excellent
"This extraordinary property is a five star experience you should not miss. You are off the main road and close to a pristine beach. The villa has superb amenities and a warm and welcoming host. You have complete privacy if you want it, but we chose the option of a personal chef for the week and it was a wise decision. She was a talented cook who accommodated all our requests with great skill. The property is new and extremely modern, with comfort and convenience emphasized. We cannot wait to return!"
charles 5-night trip
Posted 10 months ago
Kasa Tatu Villas, Watamu
Blue Bay Village

Blue Bay Village

10/10 Excellent
"Staff are amazing. Very thoughtful and helpful. Wonderful food"
Bo 2-night trip
Posted 11 months ago
Blue Bay Village

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Mida Creek

9.0/10 (30 reviews)
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Prawn Lake

8.2/10 (13 reviews)
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Ruins of Gedi

8.8/10 (28 reviews)
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.
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Marine Park

8.6/10 (28 reviews)
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Silversands Beach

8.4/10 (14 reviews)
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Watamu Beach?
Watamu Beach is located in Watamu. Travellers like the surrounding area for its beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 22 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Watamu Beach?
Adjacent to Watamu Beach, Garoda Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include Hemingways Watamu and Medina Palms.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Watamu Beach?
Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Watamu Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Watamu Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Watamu Beach.