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Medina Palms

4.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28)
"Good hotel"
The price is AU$977
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Medina Palms

Kobe Suite Resort

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21)
"One of the most beautiful resorts in Watamu. Perfect for a long weekend Great Italian restaurant "
Kobe Suite Resort

Blue Bay Village

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"Great stay, staff were amazing and so friendly. They made the environment even more amazing. The infrastructure was impeccable and great view. Would definitely return"
The price is AU$289
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July
Blue Bay Village

Hemingways Watamu

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (47)
"Excellent property on the beach. All rooms are ocean facing. Perfect for a romantic getaway or adult friends "
The price is AU$498
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July
Hemingways Watamu

Turtle Bay Beach Club

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (84)
"Perfect retreat for a family trip with my young boys who loved the pool as well as how close the beach is. The sunbeds are comfortable and the service is stellar! "
The price is AU$341
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July
Turtle Bay Beach Club

Aquarius Club International Resort

4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (22)
"I choose this Hotel because of the gym pictures on the hotels.com site. THERE IS NO GYM! And they were just sorry, we forgot to take the disinformation from the site. They haven’t had the gym since this January. Hotel didn’t offer me any refund or other option (another gym)"
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
16 July - 17 July
Aquarius Club International Resort

Barracuda Inn Resort

4.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (15)
"One thing very unique to this property it the entertainment (animation) team. Those guys, are over and beyond anyone expectations and makes this location a unique destination. They've activities all day, from dancing, aquarobics and live acrobatic and music shows, and all that for FREE, at no extra cost ... amazing. Also, location is within walking distance to a lot of attractions and dining places. However, the property need to improve on the following: 1) a face lift, a bit of renovation 2)...
The price is AU$239
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July
Barracuda Inn Resort

Watamu Adventist Beach Resort

3.0 star property
4.8 out of 10, (5)
"Hotel staff and location were nice. No hot shower, no keys of the window, and no TV program..... always noisy... Mpango restaurant (next to the hotel)provide amazing Italian food. "
The price is AU$69
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July
Watamu Adventist Beach Resort

Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

3.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (2)
"Really loved our stay at this special cozy little resort. THE STAFF WERE ALL AMAZING!! Our room had a comfy bed (great shower) and a couch and chair on patio. Super clean. The pool was so nice in the afternoons and the bar area is great with cozy couches and a TV and books. In less then 5 minutes u are at the beach and I always looked forward to a nice greeting by Moses the security guard and Daniel our friendly waiter/bartender. Don’t hesitate to stay here! Plus they have decent Chardonnay!"
The price is AU$96
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July
Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

Eco Villas Watamu

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6)
"We are students from the UK travelling up the coast of Kenya and absolutely loved our stay at Eco Villas. Juliette was so friendly and welcoming and cooked delicious home-made samosas. We would definitely come again here. All the staff are lovely and happy to help with anything! "
The price is AU$86
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
Eco Villas Watamu

The Charming Lonno Lodge

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"This lodge was just perfect for my solo weekend. The team are so helpful and friendly and everything was organised so well. The pool is a dream as well as the seating areas and so much thought has been put into the design. "
The price is AU$511
includes taxes & fees
18 July - 19 July
The Charming Lonno Lodge

Sun Palm Beach Resort

4.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (34)
"The staff were friendly and the pool was great. However we experienced issues at check in (not being placed in the room we booked), long power cuts and Wi-Fi issues"
Sun Palm Beach Resort

Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Very nice staff... Swimming pool very big. Beautiful villa very new, made with very good taste."
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort

Rock and Sea Resort

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Amazing place, with very nice privacy and service, fully recommended specially for couples"
Rock and Sea Resort

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm

3.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (5)
"AVOID, stay away! Firstly the location is wrong, 30 USD to get to the next town by taxi. The Road to the hotel is terrible, extremely bumpy. Beds are hard. This is not a four star hotel. Food is bad. Save your money, go somewhere else."
Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm

Silver Rock Hotel

3.0 star property
5.8 out of 10, (12)
"The property on the outside looks ok. But the bedding, the room and the pillows are filthy dirty. The bathroom fixtures terrible. The staff are friendly with wonderful smiles. However, the manager cannot keep his word. Becarful before booking. "
Silver Rock Hotel

GK Palm Resort Watamu

2.5 star property
6.0 out of 10, (1)
"The property was a bit difficulty to locate. By the time we got there they had allocated our rooms to others. Why? Because we didn't call to confirm that we were coming. I didn't know that was a requirement. Anyway, we got rooms. "
The price is AU$75
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July
GK Palm Resort Watamu

Billionaire Resort & Retreat

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (30)
"Paradise! A fantastic hotel providing a peaceful oasis - very helpful staff, clean and great services across the Billionaire Resort. I would absolutely stay here again!"
Billionaire Resort & Retreat

Travellers Inn Resort Malindi

2.5 star property
5.0 out of 10, (2)
"Dirty room and bathroom. Loud Disco like music until deep in the night. Bad electricity sockets. Bad furniture"
The price is AU$18
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
Travellers Inn Resort Malindi

Diamonds Malindi

4.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (14)
"It was lovely I would have loved long night stays at the beach area"
Diamonds Malindi
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Watamu Beach?

Watamu Beach is located in Watamu. Travellers like the surrounding area for its beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 24 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Watamu Beach?

Adjacent to Watamu Beach, Medina Palms is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good choices within a short distance include Turtle Bay Beach Club and Hemingways Watamu.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Watamu Beach?

Expedia has 24 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Watamu Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Watamu Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Watamu Beach.