A sandy beach with clear water, a distant shoreline with buildings, and a partly cloudy sky.

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3 Oct - 4 Oct
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4 Oct - 5 Oct
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9 Oct - 11 Oct
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16 Oct - 18 Oct

Our top choices for Watamu luxury hotels

Pool
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean.
A resort with a beach, multiple swimming pools, and palm trees.
A bar area with a view of the sea, wooden furniture, and a thatched roof.

1. Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu
Watamu
  • Oceanfront luxury meets serene indulgence at this Watamu retreat with beachside pools, rejuvenating spa, and attentive service.
€239
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hemingways Watamu
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and overlooking the ocean.
A room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan. There are arched windows and a door leading to another room.
A spacious living area with a dining table, white chairs, and a kitchen in the background.
A hot tub area with wooden benches and lanterns providing ambient lighting.

2. Medina Palms

Medina Palms
Turtle Bay Area
  • Mediterranean elegance by the beach with 3 outdoor pools and full-service spa services.
€321
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Medina Palms
A poolside area with thatched-roof structures, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A beach with a large rock formation and clear blue sky.
A bar area with a stone wall, wooden stools, and a person serving drinks.
A wooden structure with a thatched roof, surrounded by palm trees and a sandy area.

3. The Charming Lonno Lodge

The Charming Lonno Lodge
Watamu
  • Watamu retreat offers beachfront colonial luxury with private beach, ocean-view dining, and spa in a national park.
€317
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
The Charming Lonno Lodge
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.
A spacious room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a central wooden column, a white sofa, a pink chair, a small table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A sandy patio with white chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with turquoise waters and a wooden fence.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the sea.

4. Kobe Suite Resort

Kobe Suite Resort
Watamu
  • Luxuriate in beachfront splendour at this Watamu retreat offering full-service spa treatments, oceanfront dining, and two pristine pools.
€183
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Kobe Suite Resort
An aerial view of a coastal town with a curving road, clear blue waters, and scattered buildings.
A white building with multiple balconies, a thatched-roof structure, and a well-maintained garden with palm trees.
A resort with thatched-roof huts, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden.
A pathway leading to a building with palm trees and a gravel area.

5. Watamu Ascot Hotel

Watamu Ascot Hotel
Watamu Village
€113
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Watamu Ascot Hotel
A resort pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and thatched-roof structures.
A beach setting with a bed, candles, and tiki torches.
An aerial view of Leopard Point Luxury Beach Resort in Malindi, Kenya, featuring multiple thatched-roof villas, a central pool area, and lush greenery surrounding the property.
A spacious indoor area with wooden furniture, a central table, and a thatched roof structure.

6. Leopard Point Luxury Beach Resort & Spa

Leopard Point Luxury Beach Resort & Spa
Malindi
  • Seaside indulgence awaits at this beachfront Malindi escape with two pools and a hammam spa.
€224
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Leopard Point Luxury Beach Resort & Spa
A beach with palm trees, a thatched hut, and wooden lounge chairs.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a thatched umbrella, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.
An outdoor dining area with round tables and chairs, a thatched roof, and stone flooring.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

7. Kilili Baharini Resort & Spa

Kilili Baharini Resort & Spa
Malindi
  • Beachfront elegance awaits at this Malindi resort with 6 outdoor pools, a private white-sand shoreline, and rejuvenating spa treatments.
€226
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Kilili Baharini Resort & Spa
A spacious room with a thatched roof, wicker furniture, a large bed, and a view of a pool and greenery.
A modern living room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large framed artwork of a lion's face.
A pool area with lounge chairs, a clear pool, and thatched-roof structures.
A spacious hotel room with a large bed, a statue, and potted plants.

8. Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa

Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa
Malindi
  • Beachfront elegance flourishes at this boutique hotel offering private beach access, complimentary cabanas, and a five-treatment-room spa.
€190
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa
An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a beach area with palm trees.
A wooden deck with yellow cushions and a view of turquoise waters.
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, beach, and palm trees.
A beach with palm trees, thatched-roof huts, and lounge chairs.

9. Diamonds Malindi

Diamonds Malindi
Malindi
  • Coastal elegance meets pampering luxury at this Malindi resort with 3 pools and a beachfront spa.
€155
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Diamonds Malindi
An aerial view of a resort with a winding pool, palm trees, and beachfront villas.
A resort with palm trees, outdoor seating, and a building with large windows.
A room with wicker chairs facing a beach view through large windows.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, high ceilings, and decorative wooden screens.

10. Silver Palm Spa and Resort

Silver Palm Spa and Resort
Kilifi
Silver Palm Spa and Resort
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Top Watamu Hotel Reviews

Sun Palm Beach Resort

Sun Palm Beach Resort

8/10 Good
"The room is beautiful and the staff is very kind and friendly "
Garry 7-night trip
Posted 7 months ago
Sun Palm Beach Resort

Frequently asked questions

Are you searching for a great accommodation for your luxury holiday in Watamu?
Travel to Malindi (MYD) Airport and then treat yourself to a stay at one of 8 Watamu luxury hotels. Watamu has some interesting things to see and do including Watamu Beach and Ruins of Gedi, so you might want to take in the local sights during your visit.
What's the best luxury hotel in Watamu?
Hemingways Watamu is a luxury hotel with a full-service spa and 2 outdoor pools, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Medina Palms and Watamu Ascot Hotel are other upscale choices for your stay.
How many luxury hotels will I be able to find in Watamu?
Lie in the lap of luxury during your getaway to Watamu in one of Expedia's 8 luxury hotels.
When can I expect good weather in Watamu?
Planning for the weather is a good way to make your trip to Watamu relaxing and enjoyable, especially when you're splurging. The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are August and July, with an average of 26°C. Average annual precipitation for Watamu is 727 mm.
What's there to see and do in Watamu?
Experience Watamu and visit Watamu Beach, Ruins of Gedi and Prawn Lake. If you have a little extra time during your trip, you might want to make a stop at Malindi Beach and Silversands Beach.