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Our top choices for Watamu vacation rentals

A white outdoor seating area with a fan, cushions, and a table.

1. cozy Garner house heaven Watamu

cozy Garner house heaven Watamu
Watamu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Nice place to stay was clean and had ac. Thou common areas are shared with other guests like kitchen living room"
United States
Ian
$77 nightly
The price is $77
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Total with taxes and fees
cozy Garner house heaven Watamu
A multi-story building with a swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees and other buildings.

2. Solana Studio Apartments watamu

Solana Studio Apartments watamu
3.0 star property
Watamu Village
$130 nightly
The price is $153
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Solana Studio Apartments watamu
A resort with a swimming pool, thatched-roof structures, and lush greenery.

3. Rafiki Village

Rafiki Village
3.0 star property
Watamu
9.0 out of 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. "
Norway
Henning
$93 nightly
The price is $114
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Rafiki Village
A swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by buildings with thatched roofs and white walls.

4. Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort

Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort
3.5 star property
Watamu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Very nice staff... Swimming pool very big. Beautiful villa very new, made with very good taste."
United States
Tullio
$131 nightly
The price is $155
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort
A covered patio with a dining table and chairs, a view of a swimming pool, and a palm tree.

5. Stay.Plus Nyumba Tulivu Watamu

Stay.Plus Nyumba Tulivu Watamu
3.5 star property
Watamu
Stay.Plus Nyumba Tulivu Watamu
A swimming pool with a slide and a small hut with a thatched roof.

6. Arica Palm Villa Watamu

Arica Palm Villa Watamu
3.0 star property
Watamu
$60 nightly
The price is $71
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Arica Palm Villa Watamu
A row of small, uniformly designed cabins with red roofs, arranged in a linear fashion along a paved pathway.

7. Vosteen Home Holidays

Vosteen Home Holidays
2.5 star property
Watamu
$31 nightly
The price is $36
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Vosteen Home Holidays
A swimming pool with a white border, surrounded by a tiled patio.

8. Diamond Luxury House Watamu

Diamond Luxury House Watamu
3.0 star property
Watamu
$81 nightly
The price is $96
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Diamond Luxury House Watamu
A swimming pool with a white border and a ladder, surrounded by a tiled patio.

9. Kings Holiday resort watamu

Kings Holiday resort watamu
3.0 star property
Watamu
$81 nightly
The price is $96
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Kings Holiday resort watamu
A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky outcrops, and thatched-roof huts.

10. Fantastic 3 bedroom Penthouse apartment overlooking the Indian Ocean.

Fantastic 3 bedroom Penthouse apartment overlooking the Indian Ocean.
Watamu Village
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Everything was just as pictured and described. Beautiful house in a wonderful location. Jane was a great help."
United States
Susan B.
$183 nightly
The price is $183
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Total with taxes and fees
Fantastic 3 bedroom Penthouse apartment overlooking the Indian Ocean.
A resort with thatched-roof buildings, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden.

11. Kisiwa Apartments Watamu at Ascot Resort

Kisiwa Apartments Watamu at Ascot Resort
3.5 star property
Watamu Village
$75 nightly
The price is $90
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Kisiwa Apartments Watamu at Ascot Resort
A white multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and other buildings.

12. Three-Bedroom Apartment

Three-Bedroom Apartment
Watamu
$74 nightly
The price is $74
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Total with taxes and fees
Three-Bedroom Apartment
A resort with a pool, thatched-roof buildings, and palm trees.

13. Watamu Sunrise Villa

Watamu Sunrise Villa
3.0 star property
Watamu
$59 nightly
The price is $71
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Watamu Sunrise Villa
A hotel room with a bed, a wooden dresser, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

14. the nova nest

the nova nest
Watamu Village
$43 nightly
The price is $43
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Total with taxes and fees
the nova nest
A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

15. Penthouse on the Beach

Penthouse on the Beach
2.5 star property
Watamu Village
$181 nightly
The price is $214
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Penthouse on the Beach
A pool area with a thatched-roof structure, palm trees, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

16. 2 Livu Villas Watamu

2 Livu Villas Watamu
3.0 star property
Turtle Bay Area
$91 nightly
The price is $110
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
2 Livu Villas Watamu
A nighttime view of a resort with a central pool, surrounded by palm trees and a thatched-roof building.

17. Ndoto House in Rafiki Tamu Dunia Resort

Ndoto House in Rafiki Tamu Dunia Resort
Watamu
$135 nightly
The price is $135
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Ndoto House in Rafiki Tamu Dunia Resort
Pool

18. Villa San Lorenzo - Dunia Resort by Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort

Villa San Lorenzo - Dunia Resort by Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort
Watamu
$168 nightly
The price is $168
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Villa San Lorenzo - Dunia Resort by Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort
A gated entrance with a metal gate, a white building with a satellite dish, and pink bougainvillea vines.

19. Paradiso Watamu, perfectly located. Walking distance to Watamu Village & Beaches

Paradiso Watamu, perfectly located. Walking distance to Watamu Village & Beaches
Watamu Village
$55 nightly
The price is $61
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Paradiso Watamu, perfectly located. Walking distance to Watamu Village & Beaches
A room with a central seating area, a ceiling with hanging lights, and a wall with a circular mirror.

20. Penthouse at 7 Islands Watamu Beach

Penthouse at 7 Islands Watamu Beach
Watamu
$173 nightly
The price is $173
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Penthouse at 7 Islands Watamu Beach
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Top Watamu Hotel Reviews

Visiwa Beach Resort

Visiwa Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent
"This was a fantastic place to stay. The staff were lovely and the hotel facilities and good were top notch. The Tuk Tuk driver, Kodak, they recommended became a core part of our trip. Recommended."
Timothy Ian 7-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Visiwa Beach Resort

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Everything you need to know about Watamu vacation rentals

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Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in Watamu?

Yes, we have vacation rentals close to top sights in Watamu, or you can go with a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Nature enthusiasts will enjoy the beaches in Watamu. Make sure you have time to check out the parks and local tours during your trip.

What's the top vacation rental in Watamu?

House / Villa - Watamu: Visitors like this Watamu vacation home rental. It is located on the beach and has a balcony, a garden, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop, and a microwave, so you can cook with friends or family. Some other homes for rent in Watamu include cozy Garner house heaven Watamu and Superior villa with garden / pool and personal service to 150mt sea.

How many vacation rentals are there in Watamu?

Choose from 32 Expedia vacation rentals in Watamu for a memorable vacation.

What can I see and do in Watamu?

Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake are a couple of lovely local spots to get outside and enjoy nature. Ruins of Gedi and Mida Creek are other places to visit while you're in town.

What are vacation rentals like in Watamu?

Vacation rentals are privately owned properties you can reserve for a couple days or more in Watamu. Vacation rentals provide amenities like laundry facilities and kitchens so you'll feel right at home. If you're concerned about a clean environment, vacation rentals can offer a sense of privacy away from shared hotel elevators and busy reception areas while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a hotel, which makes a vacation rental an attractive option for family trips or small group gatherings.