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.

Diamonds Malindi

Diamonds Malindi

5 out of 5
Casuarina Road Malindi Kilifi County
$174 nightly
The price is $206 total per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
$206 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Malindi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Malindi Beach and Silversands Beach are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (31 reviews)
"Very enthusiastic"

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2026

Diamonds Malindi
Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu

4.5 out of 5
Watamu Watamu Kilifi County
$263 nightly
The price is $310 total per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
$310 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (69 reviews)
"I would Recommend Hemingway hotel to everyone as must stay place. Third was not anything I could pick that wasn’t top class. The beach had a lot of seaweed but that is a natural issue not the hotels fault. I went out on the fishing charter and couldn’t a nice big sale fish. Do not go out if you are ..."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2026

Hemingways Watamu
The ONE

The ONE

4 out of 5
Kanani Road Watamu Kilifi County
Fully refundable
$72 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
$86 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Watamu. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 Nov 27, 2025

The ONE
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.
Marine Holiday House

Marine Holiday House

3 out of 5
Dolphin Road, Casuarina, Malindi Malindi Wilaya ya Kilifi
Stay at this villa in Malindi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Marine Park and Silversands Beach are located ...
Marine Holiday House
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 WiFi, 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 Nov 27, 2025

Kasa Tatu Cottages Watamu
Zuri Luxe, Chic 1-bedroom

Zuri Luxe, Chic 1-bedroom

Malindi Kilifi County
Stay at this apartment in Malindi. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Malindi Beach and Silversands Beach are located ...
Zuri Luxe, Chic 1-bedroom
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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