Watamu Hotels near Beach

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Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Ocean Sports Resort

9.1 / 10

(366 Reviews)

From 120$
Temple Point Resort

8.2 / 10

(229 Reviews)

From 410$
Jacaranda Beach Resort

8.5 / 10

(58 Reviews)

From 1754$
Turtle Bay Beach Club

7.6 / 10

(153 Reviews)

From 181$
Watamu Beach Cottages

8.9 / 10

(128 Reviews)

From 96$

Watamu, located along the stunning coastline of Kenya, is renowned for its breathtaking beaches and luxurious accommodations. The beach hotels in this picturesque coastal town offer a unique blend of comfort, excitement, and local culture. Whether you're seeking a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a solo retreat, Watamu’s beach hotels provide an array of options to suit your preferences. With pristine sands, azure waters, and exceptional hospitality, you'll find the perfect spot to relax and rejuvenate while soaking up the sun.

Top Watamu Hotels near Beach

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Ocean Sports Resort Temple Point Resort Jacaranda Beach Resort Turtle Bay Beach Club Watamu Beach Cottages Hemingways Watamu Hotel Mawe Resort Watamu Boutique Hotel Medina Palms Hotel Kobe Suite Resort Rock And Sea Resort

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9.1
Excellent
366 Reviews

Ocean Sports Resort

📍 1 Mida Creek Road

From 120$

Set 10 minutes by car from Bio-Ken Snake Farm, the 3-star Ocean Sports Resort Watamu features Wi-Fi in public areas as well as parking on site. The venue is located in Watamu Beach district, 3 km from the centre of Watamu.

Mida Creek is less than 2.8 km away. This accommodation is located near the Indian Ocean.

You can get to Seven Islands Resort in a few minutes by car.

The rooms offer a separate toilet and a shower supplied in the bathrooms.

Guests can enjoy an outdoor pool and a golf course for an extra charge. It has an indoor swimming pool and offers snorkelling, diving, and lawn tennis for active time spending.

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8.2
Very good
229 Reviews

Temple Point Resort

📍 Marine Park Road

From 410$

Located in a rural area of Watamu, Temple Point Resort overlooks the Indian Ocean. Guests have access to an outdoor pool, a fitness area and Wi-Fi throughout the venue.

Located in a wildlife park and a national park, the accommodation is 2.9 km from Palm Exotjca Resort. Watamu Beach is 4.9 km from the resort, while Malindi airport is 25 km from it.

The wonderful hotel is also based above a national park and a bar. It is right near Local Ocean Conservation.

The guestrooms are fitted with modern bathrooms equipped with a separate toilet and a shower.

A sunbathing terrace and yoga classes can be provided at a surcharge. This property offers diving, canoeing, and kayaking as well as bicycles hire services.

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8.5
Very good
58 Reviews

Jacaranda Beach Resort

📍 Jacaranda Road

From 1754$

The 4-star Jacaranda Beach Resort Watamu is located approximately 10 minutes by car from National Museums of Kenya-Gede Museum. Featuring 120 rooms with views of the sea, this resort is set within a short ride from Seven Islands Resort.

Surrounded by gardens and a tropical garden, the property is a 28-minute drive from Malindi airport. Guests will be 20 minutes' walk from Watamu Bay Ora Resort.

A few metres away you can find Bio-Ken Snake Farm.

Also, the rooms are equipped with safe bathrooms fitted with a separate toilet and a shower.

Guests can enjoy a gym and a swimming pool with an extra charge. A fitness suite and a swimming pool are available at this enchanting hotel. Snorkelling, diving, and ping-pong can also be organised.

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7.6
Very good
153 Reviews

Turtle Bay Beach Club

📍 Mida Creek Road

From 181$

Set within a 25-minute walk of Mida Creek, this 3-star Turtle Bay Beach Club Hotel Watamu is located near Prawn Lake. There is a lounge bar and an outdoor pool available on the premises.

Watamu Marine National Park is less than 4.2 km away. The distance between Watamu city centre and the venue is 4 km.

Turtle Bay Beach Club Hotel is a short ride from Ruins of Gedi.

The guestrooms look out on the ocean.

An extra charge applies to a sun deck and an outdoor swimming pool. The resort also provides live performances and a nightclub. Guests can enjoy water sports activities, windsurfing, and diving, or visit a plunge pool and a Jacuzzi.

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8.9
Excellent
128 Reviews

Watamu Beach Cottages

📍 38 Turtle Bay Road

From 96$

Offering a swimming pool, Watamu Beach Cottages is set in Watamu Beach district, around 3 km from Sudi Island. Prawn Lake is less than 3.2 km away.

This property enjoys its beachfront location in vicinity of Local Ocean Conservation.

You can get to Mida Creek in a few minutes by car.

The rooms have private bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet. Guests can enjoy views of the garden. There are also an electric kettle, a refrigerator, and an oven available in the units.

The venue offers a seawater pool and a sundeck for additional fee so you could have extra comfort during for stay. This hotel offers windsurfing, snorkelling, and diving as well as cars hire services.

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8.8
Excellent
135 Reviews

Hemingways Watamu Hotel

📍 Watamu Marine National Park, B8

From 960$

A 9-minute stroll from Ocean Sports, the 5-star Hemingways Watamu Hotel offers an à la carte restaurant on site. Situated in Watamu Beach district, the resort is set 6 km from Ruins of Gedi.

The venue offers a beachfront location 30-minute drive from Malindi airport. It is 4 km to the centre of Watamu.

You can get to Mida Creek in a few minutes by car.

After a tiring day have a rest on an a private balcony featured in your room. Guests can enjoy views of the pool. Hemingways Watamu Hotel offers bathrooms fitted with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.

An outdoor swimming pool as well as a fitness club highlight this accommodation. Canoeing, lawn tennis, and mini golf lovers will enjoy these activities on site.

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8.2
Very good
186 Reviews

Mawe Resort Watamu Boutique Hotel

📍 Jacaranda Road

From 73$

The 5-star Mawe Resort Watamu Boutique Hotel offers 14 rooms in 3.8 km from Malindi. Guests have access to a swimming pool, a health club and Wi-Fi throughout the venue.

The accommodation is located in Watamu Beach district, 2 km from the centre of Watamu. Bio-Ken Snake Farm is 1.4 km from the property, while Vipingo Estate airport is 80 km from it.

Mawe Resort Watamu Boutique Hotel is a short ride from Seven Islands Resort.

Many rooms have views of the courtyard.

Residents are offered a rooftop terrace and an outdoor pool area for a surcharge.

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8.7
Excellent
153 Reviews

Medina Palms Hotel

📍 Turtle Bay Road

From 373$

The 5-star Medina Palms Hotel Watamu is set approximately 10 minutes' drive from Kirepwe. Guests have access to a swimming pool, a fitness club and Wi-Fi in public areas.

The venue is situated 4 km from Watamu city centre and 25 km from Malindi airport. Bio-Ken Snake Farm is 3.7 km from the accommodation in Watamu.

You can also visit Sakina ocean spa in no time.

After a tiring day have a rest on an a separate balcony featured in your room. Some units offer views of the Indian Ocean. A full-sized refrigerator and an oven are included in these guestrooms.

A sun deck and an outdoor pool are provided at a charge. The property provides a hot tub, spa therapy, and a shared lounge as well as a treatment room and a hot tub. Guests can enjoy activities like water sports activities, windsurfing, and snorkelling.

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9
Excellent
191 Reviews

Kobe Suite Resort

📍 Watamu

From 330$

Kobe Suite Resort Watamu is set in a beach area, around 2 km from Local Ocean Conservation. Boasting a snack bar along with an outdoor swimming pool, the venue offers a location in Watamu Beach district.

The property lies near the private beach. Prawn Lake is approximately 10 minutes by car from the resort in Watamu.

Kobe Suite Resort is a short ride from Bio-Ken Snake Farm.

The rooms offer views over the sea.

Leisure options include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a sun deck offered for a surcharge. It also has a treatment room and a solarium. You can engage in various sport activities, such as snorkelling, diving, and fisheries.

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9.2
Excellent
35 Reviews

Rock And Sea Resort

📍 Watamu Beach Road

From 490$

Rock And Sea Resort Watamu is located 10 minutes' drive from Kirepwe and features a treatment room, a solarium, and a Jacuzzi. The venue is placed next to private beaches.

The property is a 10-minute ride from Watamu Turtle Watch.

You can get to Watamu Marine National Park in a few minutes by car.

After a tiring day have a rest on an a private balcony featured in your room. They offer views of the sea. An electric kettle and glassware are provided and a bidet, a spa bathtub, and a separate toilet are included too.

Rock And Sea Resort includes a sunbathing terrace and an indoor swimming pool available for an additional charge. This resort has a swimming pool and a health club. A number of activities are offered in the area, such as water sports activities, snorkelling, and canoeing.

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10
Excellent
12 Reviews

The Charming Lonno Lodge Watamu

📍 390 Kanani Road

From 601$

The 4-star Charming Lonno Lodge Watamu offers perfect accommodation in Watamu Beach district. The venue is 2.2 km from Seven Islands Resort, while Bio-Ken Snake Farm is 2.4 km away.

The hotel is situated 3 km from Watamu city centre and 20 km from Malindi airport. There is easy access to the private beach.

This perfect property is located near a wildlife park. You can get to Ruins of Gedi in a few minutes by car.

After a tiring day have a rest on an an individual balcony featured in your room. They offer views of the sea. An electric kettle and a fridge are provided and a separate toilet and a shower are included too.

A swimming pool is provided onsite the venue. Other activities include windsurfing, snorkelling, and diving.

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9.2
Excellent
25 Reviews

Alawi Home

📍 P.O.Box 577

From 250$

Alawi Home is located in Watamu, merely 1.4 km from Jacaranda Bay Beach, and offers an outdoor swimming pool. The venue is placed next to own beaches.

The accommodation is around 15 minutes' drive from Bio-Ken Snake Farm. This hotel is located in a beach area of Watamu.

The rooms have private bathrooms with a bidet, a separate toilet, and a bath. Guests can enjoy views of the sea.

Upon request and at a surcharge, an outdoor swimming pool and a golf course can also be provided. This accommodation offers windsurfing, snorkelling, and diving as well as cars hire services.

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8
Very good
102 Reviews

Sun Palm Beach Resort

📍 Jacaranda Road

From 78$

Featuring a nightclub, performances, and a casino, Sun Palm Beach Resort is located in Watamu, 700 metres from Comeback. The property is situated 1 km from Watamu city centre and 20 km from Malindi airport.

Seven Islands Resort is less than 1.7 km away. There is easy access to the own beach.

Sun Palm Beach Resort is a short ride from Mida Creek.

Most rooms offer views of the ocean.

An outdoor pool area and a lending library can be booked at Sun Palm Beach Resort at extra charge. The resort has a swimming pool. There is a health club on site.

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6.9
Good
18 Reviews

Life Resort St. Thomas Royal Palm

📍 Jacaranda Road Kembe Kimbabamshe 367

From 119$

The 5-star Life Resort St. Thomas Royal Palm Watamu is situated merely a 13-minute walk from Jacaranda Bay Beach. Guests will have access to parking on site for added convenience.

The property is within a 10-minute drive of Mayungu Public Beach.

The rooms offer views over the sea.

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7.1
Good
196 Reviews

Luwa Beach&Suits

📍 Jacaranda Road

From 103$

Bio-Ken Snake Farm is 7 km from Luwa Beach&Suits Bed & Breakfast Watamu, while Jacaranda Bay Beach is 300 metres away. There is also parking.

The hotel offers a beachfront location within 20 minutes' ride from Malindi airport.

Many rooms have views of the sea. Guests can take advantage of a separate toilet and a shower supplied in the bathrooms.

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9.1
Excellent
357 Reviews

Visiwa Beach Resort

📍 Jacaranda Road Plot

From 260$

Set 1 km from the centre of Watamu, Visiwa Beach Resort offers Wi-Fi throughout the venue. The accommodation is 4.6 km away from Mida Creek and 1.1 km from Seven Islands Resort.

This hotel is located in Watamu Beach district, not far from Bio-Ken Snake Farm. There is easy access to the own beach.

These units offer views of the pool.

An outdoor pool area and a golf course are available for an additional charge. Among other amenities, this property offers a swimming pool. Visiwa Beach Resort offers a variety of sport activities including snorkelling, diving, and canoeing.

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8.3
Very good
45 Reviews

Blue Bay Village

📍 P.O. Box 162

From 126$

Set 3 km from the centre of Watamu, Blue Bay Village offers Wi-Fi in public areas. Ruins of Gedi is 6 km from the venue, while Kirepwe is 4.2 km away.

The accommodation is placed next to own beaches. This hotel is located in a beach area of Watamu.

You can get to Bio-Ken Snake Farm in a few minutes by car.

Many rooms offer views of the sea.

The property offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a sun deck for additional fee so you could have extra comfort during for stay. An outdoor pool area is provided onsite the venue. Staff can arrange snorkelling, diving, and lawn tennis.

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9
Excellent
4 Reviews

The Watamu Retreat 3Bd Pool Beach Apartment , Wi-Fi

📍 Watamu Beach Road

From 115$

Marine Park is 350 metres from this beachfront venue, while Comeback is situated nearby. The apartment features an access to a fully furnished kitchen with a fridge, an oven, and kitchenware.

The accommodation is 8 minutes’ walk from Blue Bay IGV Public Beach. The centre of Watamu is 2 km from the property. Lo Spuntino and Hosteria Romana Watamu are located within 200 metres.

Mida Creek is a short taxi ride away.

Guests can relax in the rooms which open onto a terrace. The apartment comprises 2 bedrooms. A bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower are offered in the bathroom.

An outdoor swimming pool is also featured.

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7.4
Good
52 Reviews

Crystal Bay Resort

📍 Jacaranda Road

From 189$

Crystal Bay Resort Watamu is located 2.1 km from Blue Bay IGV Public Beach and features a golf course and a garden on site. Situated in Watamu Beach district, this resort is 5 minutes walk from the centre of Watamu.

The property is 10 minutes by car from Ocean Sports. There is easy access to the private beach.

Crystal Bay Resort is a short ride from Bio-Ken Snake Farm.

The rooms offer views of the sea. The bathrooms feature a bath and a shower.

The hotel provides a sundeck and an outdoor pool area for an additional fee. It offers an outdoor pool for enjoyable stay in here. Guests can try water sports activities, windsurfing, and snorkelling.

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7.6
Very good
98 Reviews

Nyumba Tulivu Apartment

📍 Jacaranda Road

From 25$

Nyumba Tulivu Apartment is set 3.2 km from Sakina ocean spa and 3 km from Michael Savana Safari in Watamu Beach district. The homestay has an outdoor swimming pool and a sun terrace, a shared lounge, and a golf course, while guests can enjoy Seven Islands Resort in vicinity.

This venue lies within 5 minutes' walk of the centre of Watamu. The private beach is located nearby.

You can get to Bio-Ken Snake Farm in a couple of minutes by car.

The rooms offer views over the pool.

Ski facilities include a ski school and a storage for belongings.

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9
Excellent
1 Reviews

Villa On The Sand

📍 Watamu Beach Road

Villa On The Sand boasts yoga instruction as well as yoga classes and a golf course. This beachfront venue is located 18 minutes' walk from Bio-Ken Snake Farm.

Comeback lies within an 8-minute walk of the accommodation. The centre of Watamu can be reached within 1 km. As for dining options, the nearby Come Back Club Watamu serves international dishes.

You can get to Local Ocean Conservation in a few minutes by car.

The villa is fitted with 4 bedrooms and a full kitchen that provides guests with a microwave oven, an electric kettle, and a fridge. The venue has 4 bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower.

The accommodation has a terrace overlooking the pool. Spend the day enjoying snorkelling, diving, and canoeing, as well as an infinity pool.

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