Watamu

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Malindi Beach
Three starfish on a sandy beach with seaweed and debris.
Malindi Beach
A person in a canoe on a calm body of water during sunset.
A pier extending into the water with a sunset in the background.
Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu

4.5 out of 5
Watamu Watamu Kilifi County
The price is €271 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
€271
21 Jun - 22 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Watamu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (68 reviews)
"Excellent property with superb views. The staff are extremely helpful too. The beach unfortunately is covered with sea weeds and you hardly see the sand and not ideal to walk or lie on the sun lounger. Not much choice on the menu for vegetarians either."

Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Hemingways Watamu
The ONE

The ONE

4 out of 5
Kanani Road Watamu Kilifi County
The price is €75 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
€75
4 Jul - 5 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Watamu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Ruins of Gedi are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (14 reviews)
"Staff 10/10, reservation platform is scam, i booked rooms with breakfast. At hotel without Breakfast, scan"

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

The ONE
Medina Palms

Medina Palms

4.5 out of 5
Plot 2, Turtle Bay Road Watamu
The price is €335 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
€335
21 Jun - 22 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Watamu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
"Returned to this great hotel in a wonderful location. The staff are extremely friendly. Good food and amazing pina coladas."

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Medina Palms
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KILULU LUXURY PRIVATE ISLAND

KILULU LUXURY PRIVATE ISLAND

3.5 out of 5
Kilulu Private Island Watamu Kenya
Stay at this beach villa in Watamu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake are located nearby.
KILULU LUXURY PRIVATE ISLAND
Rafiki Village

Rafiki Village

3 out of 5
1455 Plot Jacaranda Road Watamu Kilifi County
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Watamu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Ruins of Gedi are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
"Nydelig område med fantastisk basseng midt mellom husene. Store rom med deilig uteområde (balkong). Tilbereding av frokost som ble servert på balkongen - topp start på dagen. Hyggelige ansatte."

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Rafiki Village
Kasa Tatu Cottages Watamu

Kasa Tatu Cottages Watamu

4 out of 5
Kasa Tatu Cottages Watamu Kilifi County
Stay at this villa in Watamu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private plunge pools. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"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 ..."

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Kasa Tatu Cottages Watamu
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Popular places to visit

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Watamu Beach

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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.

Watamu Beach
A person in a canoe on a calm body of water during sunset.

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.

Mida Creek

Ruins of Gedi

5/5(1 review)

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.

Ruins of Gedi

Things to do

Malindi: Full-Day City Highlights Tour with Gede Ruins

Malindi: Full-Day City Highlights Tour with Gede Ruins

€157
per adult
Malindi: Full-Day City Highlights Tour with Gede Ruins
Mida Creek Boardwalk and Canoa Ride

Sunset Mangrove Canoe Tour with Coconut Drink

€19
per adult
Sunset Mangrove Canoe Tour with Coconut Drink
Safari blue

Safari blue

€101
per senior
Safari blue
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