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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews
    From
    US$97
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews
    From
    US$171
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 351 reviews
    From
    US$211
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews
    From
    US$89
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
    From
    US$77
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
    From
    US$270
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews
    From
    US$120
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
    From
    US$32
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
    From
    US$123
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
    From
    US$102
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
    From
    US$20
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
    From
    US$24
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
    From
    US$318
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
    From
    US$20
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
    From
    US$63
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews
    From
    US$115
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
    From
    US$300
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
    From
    US$123
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
    From
    US$135
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews
    From
    US$123
    1 night, 2 adults

Most booked places to stay in Watamu and surroundings in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Watamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Watamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Watamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Watamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Watamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Watamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Watamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Watamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 351 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Watamu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 551 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Watamu and nearby

Aquarius Club

Watamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews

Set in Watamu, 450 metres from Mapango restaurant, Aquarius Club features a private beach area. The resort has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi.

From US$125 per night

Banana House

Watamu
Breakfast options

Set in Watamu, 1.3 km from Mapango Beach and 22 km from Watamu National Marine Park, Banana House offers a terrace and air conditioning.

Watamu Villaggio

Watamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and views of garden, Watamu Villaggio is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Watamu, less than 1 km from Watamu Bay Beach.

From US$55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

Featuring an open-air bath and views of pool, Blue Diamond Villa Watamu is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Watamu, 1.4 km from Watamu Bay Beach.

From US$95 per night

Lily Palm Resort

Watamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 551 reviews

Discover Paradise at Lily Palm Resort – Your Sweet Escape to Watamu Nestled in the heart of Watamu Beach Town, Kilifi County, Lily Palm Resort invites you to experience the magic of coastal living in...

From US$121 per night

Simba House

Watamu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews

Featuring garden views, Simba House provides accommodation with terrace, around 1 km from Watamu Bay Beach. It is situated 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park and offers a housekeeping service.

From US$72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
Passable - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Situated along Watamu Beach, Barracuda Inn Resort features a swimming pool with sun lounges, a hot tub, and a restaurant and bar. The resort also offers evening entertainment.

From US$157 per night

Paradise Lagoon B&B

Watamu
Breakfast options

Paradise Lagoon B&B is situated in Watamu, 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park and 1.1 km from Bio-Ken Snake Farm.

From US$55 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these places to stay in Watamu and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

Featuring city views, Delicious House, Watamu, 2-bedroom with secure compound free parking and wifi offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a patio, around 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park...

From US$50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

SeaRenityHomesWatamu is located in Watamu, 600 metres from Mapango Beach, 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park, and 500 metres from Bio-Ken Snake Farm.

From US$28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Situated in Watamu, Linda's Little Lincoln features accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

Situated within 1.1 km of Mapango Beach and 22 km of Watamu National Marine Park in Watamu, Mella Apartments Watamu provides accommodation with seating area.

From US$46.70 per night

Shikos Place

Watamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Featuring garden views, Shikos Place provides accommodation with a bar and a patio, around 700 metres from Watamu Bay Beach.

From US$31 per night

Rich Makuti

Watamu
Central location

Rich Makuti is situated in Watamu, 700 metres from Watamu Bay Beach, 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park, and 700 metres from Bio-Ken Snake Farm.

From US$148 per night

Peponi Watamu

Watamu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews

Peponi Watamu is set in Watamu, 800 metres from Watamu Bay Beach, 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park, as well as 700 metres from Bio-Ken Snake Farm.

From US$20 per night

Guguski

Watamu
Central location

Set in Watamu in the Kilifi region, Guguski has a patio and garden views. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$85 per night

Save money on places to stay in Watamu and nearby – budget options available

Garner house watamu

Watamu
Budget options available

Located in Watamu in the Kilifi region with Mapango Beach and Bio-Ken Snake Farm nearby, Garner house watamu offers accommodation with access to a hot tub.

From US$40 per night

Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo

Watamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews

Boutique Hotel Nyumbani Tembo has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Watamu.

From US$96 per night

Upepo house watamu

Watamu
Budget options available

Upepo house watamu is a property with a private pool, located in Watamu, within just less than 1 km of Mapango Beach and a 8-minute walk of Bio-Ken Snake Farm.

From US$61.50 per night

Ferry homes

Watamu
Budget options available

Offering city views, Ferry homes is an accommodation set in Watamu, less than 1 km from Mapango Beach and 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park.

From US$59.50 per night

Villa Yasmin

Watamu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Located in Watamu, 200 metres from Mapango Beach, Villa Yasmin features rooms with garden views and free WiFi.

From US$93.50 per night

Dannys&nickson holiday homes

Watamu
Budget options available

Set in Watamu in the Kilifi region, with Mapango Beach and Bio-Ken Snake Farm nearby, Dannys&nickson holiday homes offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$50.57 per night

Coral haven watamu

Watamu
Budget options available

Located in Watamu, 500 metres from Watamu Bay Beach and 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park, Coral haven watamu provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

From US$80 per night

Madenge house casa zucchero

Watamu
Budget options available

Set in Watamu in the Kilifi region, Madenge house casa zucchero has a balcony. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

From US$66 per night

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Places to stay that guests love in Watamu

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Everything, the staff was very helpful and patient. The place is clean and location 👌 perfect. It's a few minutes walk to the beach. Security is top and the host Isabella really a darling, always ready to help and always reachable. It's really worth the money and even more. Would definitely stay here during my next visit
Guest review by
Mercy Wanjeri
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$35
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 179 reviews
Bamba kofi was over our expectations. Everything was good: the place, the food at the restaurant, the location close to the beach, the kindness of the care giver and all the staff.
Guest review by
STEFANIA
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$90
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews
Very modern and comfortable hotel with fan and airco at a great location, few minutes walking from Watamu beach for a good price. Also very friendly and helpful staff. They partner with a beach bar so that you can use free sunbeds at the beach.
Guest review by
Claudia
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$96
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews
Location, nature, monkeys 🐒, delicious foods, staff
Guest review by
Alena
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$121
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 551 reviews
The location was great and the staff excellent
Guest review by
Terry
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$100
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
The Luwa Beach was very comfortable place to stay. Very quiet place with only few rooms. Very good place to explore the nature. The personnel was just amazing, they were very helpful and pleasant. I say hello to all of them. I will return there for sure. I would highly recommend :)
Guest review by
Carita
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$220
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
Location was good. Room was clean and big enough.
Guest review by
Yoshie
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews
The location ,friendly and helpful staff..Cleanliness of the rooms..
Guest review by
Llyne
Group
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews
The staff was amazing, especially Franklin the caretaker (give that man a raise!). The chef for a day deal is something to take advantage of for a special occasion too. The location was amazing, away from the busy nightlife in Watamu and peaceful. Facilities were clean and housekeeping was done daily and promptly. The experience was a 10/10 and would highly recommend to anyone planning to visit Watamu
Guest review by
Michael
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$96
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews
Francesca was very helpful and an amazing host. The food was good and the rooms were very comfortable. The location is great, closer to shops, restaurants and the beach. Very happy to recommend
Guest review by
Stephen
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$110
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews
The location, the staff, the scenic views from the first floor room
Guest review by
Ahmed
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$490
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
The location is amazing, no one else around, a good time to fully relax and do nothing. The sunset is amazing. The bubble is fantastic as it’s something so unique to stay in.
Guest review by
Jessica
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$345
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
The facilities, the location, the food and drinks offered, the knowledge of the staff.
Guest review by
Jessica
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews
Pole Pole Beach House is literally a minute from the beach with easy access. The staff were delightful and very very helpful (even got me a motor bike to town whose rider was equally pleasant). I'd like to single out Safari, who was a most generous aimiable and helpful host. When I dropped my phone in his car on my way to the airport, he very kindly came back to bring it to me. I had a nice room with a balcony from where you could see the ocean. I had a really really lovely stay.
Guest review by
Caroline
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$144
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
Amazing hotel, lovely atmosphere, friendly staff. Just beautiful, like in the pictures. Decorated with an eye for detail and aesthetic. Dinner exceeded our expectations, was extraordinary. Also the setting of the dinner was super nice and romantic, we really enjoyed just staying in the hotel and having dinner there. Manny, the owner of the hotel, also puts effort into having a chat with his guests, which we really appreciated and just made the whole experience more personal. Location was ideal for us as kitesurfers, not far from Geroda beach.
Guest review by
Alexandra
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews
convenient location, very clean and great service from Margaret, the housekeeper.
Guest review by
CHARITY
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$99
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
Amazing location just a stones throw from the beach. Great place to base yourself for a stay in Watamu. Staff are incredibly friendly and the rooms are super clean and comfortable with everything one needs.
Guest review by
Sebastian
Group
Avg. price/night: US$345
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
Its in a beautiful location, the rooms are nice (although I believe all rooms are 2 single bed, I stand to be corrected)
Guest review by
Nafisat
Group