Watamu

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Malindi Beach
Three starfish on a sandy beach with seaweed.
Malindi Beach
Sunset in Kenya - Mida Creek in Watamu
Butwani bridge and Malindi Pier area is a popular waterfront location known for stunning sunrises over the Indian Ocean. The pier is a concrete jetty that stretches about 400 meters into the ocean and
Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu

4.5 out of 5
Watamu Watamu Kilifi County
$235 nightly
The price is $278 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$278 total
Jun 28 - Jun 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! (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 May 15, 2026

Hemingways Watamu
The ONE

The ONE

4 out of 5
Kanani Road Watamu Kilifi County
$72 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
$86 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
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
Medina Palms

Medina Palms

4.5 out of 5
Plot 2, Turtle Bay Road Watamu
$326 nightly
The price is $384 total per night from Jun 21 to Jun 22
$384 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
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 ...
9.8/10 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 Mar 14, 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.
KILULU LUXURY PRIVATE ISLAND

KILULU LUXURY PRIVATE ISLAND

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

Rafiki Village

3 out of 5
1455 Plot Jacaranda Road Watamu Kilifi County
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Watamu. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 Dec 31, 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 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
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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