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Barracuda Inn Resort

Property class: 4

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6.8 out of 10

Beachfront days, lively Watamu nights

Barracuda Inn Resort sits right on Watamu’s white-sand shore, close to Blue Lagoon beach and a short hop from the center. Days can rotate between the large swimming pool with its built-in hot tub zone and the indoor lounge bar’s sofa seating for drinks and snacks. It’s an easy base for beach time without feeling far from town.

  • Dine with ocean views

    Italian and African flavors shine with fresh fish, fruits, and local vegetables.

  • Marine park on the doorstep

    Stay right opposite Watamu Marine Park for quick access to protected waters.

  • Signature terrace dining

    Book the Bone Fish Club a la carte on its newly built outdoor terrace.

Amenities

  • Private white-sand beach with shaded sun beds
  • Separate children’s pool for easy family swims
  • On-site diving centre for gear and prep
  • Casino and nightclub for after-dark fun
  • Traditional Swahili four-poster beds with nets
  • Rainfall showers and bidets in bathrooms
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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Triple Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed under a canopy, a nightstand with a lamp, a decorative wall hanging, and a chair.

Standard Quadruple Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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A bed with a canopy, a bedside table, a chair, and a hanging lamp.

Standard Double Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 391 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A room with two beds, each with a canopy.

Presidential Double Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A room with a bed under a canopy, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Panoramic Double Room

  • Ocean view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bed with a white bedspread, red and yellow flowers, and a wooden headboard.

Standard Triple Room, Pool View

  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Watamu, Barracuda Inn Resort is in the city center and on a private beach. Ruins of Gedi and Portuguese Chapel are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake. With snorkeling and boat tours nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Watamu travel guide
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Watamu Road, Watamu

What's nearby

  • A beach with a thatched umbrella, wooden lounge chairs, and a clear blue sea.
    Watamu Beach
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A person in a canoe on a calm body of water during sunset.
    Mida Creek
    8 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • A beach with a boat on the water and the sun setting in the background.
    Malindi Beach
    28 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Ruins of Gedi
    15 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Mambrui Beach
    46 min drive - 28.0 miles

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD)
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Willy Beach Restaurant
    14 min walk
  • Tamu Beach & Restaurant
    10 min walk
  • Sita Sunset Paradise
    12 min drive
  • Kokomo
    5 min walk
  • Non Solo Gelato Blue Moon
    17 min walk

About this property

Barracuda Inn Resort

  • Upscale hotel near Watamu Beach
  • At Barracuda Inn Resort, you can look forward to a casino, a nightclub, and a beach bar. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, sun loungers, and scuba diving. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant, A Buffet, features international cuisine. Enjoy onsite activities like kayaking, windsurfing, and motor boating. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a free daily manager's reception and a garden.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • Airport pick-up service (surcharge), meeting rooms, and a TV in the lobby
    • Tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and wedding services
  • Room features
  • All 85 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free bottled water and room service.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
    • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

All inclusive details

  • All-inclusive room rates at Barracuda Inn Resort are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • A Buffet

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Casino
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scuba diving
  • TV in common areas
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 30.00

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from March 31 to July 11:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Beach
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 60.00
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 30.00 (from 4 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 75.00
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 35 (from 4 to 12 years old)
  • Gala Dinner on August 15 per adult: EUR 60
  • Gala Dinner on August 15 per child: EUR 30 (from 4 to 12 years old)
  • Gala Dinner on August 15 per adult: EUR 60
  • Gala Dinner on August 15 per child: EUR 30 (from 4 to 12)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 20.00 (one way)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • An in-room refrigerator is available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Barracuda Inn Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from March 31 to July 11.

Is Barracuda Inn Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Barracuda Inn Resort?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Barracuda Inn Resort?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for EUR 30.00 (subject to availability).

Does Barracuda Inn Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of EUR 60 per person applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Barracuda Inn Resort?

Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.

Where is Barracuda Inn Resort located?

Located in Watamu, this beachfront hotel is in the city center and within 3 mi (5 km) of Watamu Beach, Prawn Lake, and Mida Creek. Ruins of Gedi is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) away.

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