Watamu Marine National Park

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Watamu Marine National Park is a protected spot where you can observe native wildlife in their natural habitat. Learn about the preservation efforts while out and about in the fresh air.

You'll be spoiled for sightseeing choice in Watamu. Watamu Marine National Park is an ideal place to start here, but there are numerous other interesting places to consider. Watamu Beach, Prawn Lake, and Arabuko Sokoke Forest are near the nature reserve and and will cap off your day nicely.

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Turtle Bay Area

While Turtle Bay Area might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Watamu Beach and Mida Creek.

Diamonds Malindi

Diamonds Malindi

5 out of 5
Casuarina Road Malindi Kilifi County
$132 nightly
The price is $156 total per night from Oct 2 to Oct 3
$156 total
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Malindi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Silversands Beach and Marine Park are located ...
Diamonds Malindi
Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu

4.5 out of 5
Watamu Watamu Kilifi County
$246 nightly
The price is $290 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$290 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Watamu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake are located ...
Hemingways Watamu
Medina Palms

Medina Palms

4.5 out of 5
Plot 2, Turtle Bay Road Watamu
$306 nightly
The price is $361 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$361 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Watamu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
"Good hotel!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

Reviewed on Sep 1, 2026

Medina Palms
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.
Villa Ameera Malindi

Villa Ameera Malindi

4 out of 5
Frangipani Road, 80200 Malindi
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Malindi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Silversands Beach and Vasco da Gama ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
"Decent and clean place to stay"

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025

Villa Ameera Malindi
Fantastic 3 bedroom Penthouse apartment overlooking the Indian Ocean.

Fantastic 3 bedroom Penthouse apartment overlooking the Indian Ocean.

Watamu Kilifi County
Stay at this apartment in Watamu. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Amazing as advertised
"Everything was just as pictured and described. Beautiful house in a wonderful location. Jane was a great help."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2019

Fantastic 3 bedroom Penthouse apartment overlooking the Indian Ocean.
Le Pleiadi

Le Pleiadi

3 out of 5
Golf Course Drive Malindi Kilifi County
Book a stay at this golf aparthotel in Malindi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 beach bars. Popular attractions Malindi Beach and Portuguese Chapel are ...
Le Pleiadi
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.

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