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Watamu – 267 hotels and places to stay

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews
    From
    US$120
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews
    From
    US$96
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
    From
    US$250
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
    From
    US$336
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
    From
    US$188
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
    From
    US$142
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 554 reviews
    From
    US$117
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews
    From
    US$288
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
    From
    US$108
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 246 reviews
    From
    US$171
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 344 reviews
    From
    US$161
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews
    From
    US$81
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
    From
    US$270
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
    From
    US$32
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
    From
    US$27
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
    From
    US$24
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
    From
    US$1,175
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
    From
    US$20
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
    From
    US$63
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews
    From
    US$115
    1 night, 2 adults

Hotels with airport shuttles in Watamu

  • Airport shuttle (free)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
    From US$140 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews
    From US$44.55 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
    From US$336 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews
    From US$25.74 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
    From US$150 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
    From US$81.38 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
    From US$150 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews
    From US$430 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 554 reviews
    From US$117 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews
    From US$120 per night

Most booked hotels in Watamu and surroundings in the past month

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Hotels located in the centre of Watamu

  • Set in Watamu in the Kilifi region, with Mapango Beach and Bio-Ken Snake Farm nearby, Casa Yangu offers accommodation with free private parking.

    From US$68 per night
  • Roadstar Homes is a property with a private pool, located in Watamu, within just 700 metres of Mapango Beach and 400 metres of Bio-Ken Snake Farm.

    From US$98 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Situated in Watamu and only 600 metres from Mapango Beach, Ocean Breeze Homes 1, 2 or 3 bedroom Watamu features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$33 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Located in Watamu and only 600 metres from Mapango Beach, Zuri homes 1,2or 3 Bedrooms watamu provides accommodation with city views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$49 per night
  • Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Dea Apartment Ghepard Exclusive is situated in Watamu.

    From US$147.25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 38 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

    Located within less than 1 km of Watamu Bay Beach and 23 km of Watamu National Marine Park, Waridi House provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Watamu.

    From US$69.12 per night
  • Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, garden view and a terrace, Ruko homes is set in Watamu. Guests staying at this villa have access to a balcony.

Budget hotels in Watamu and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

    Offering an outdoor swimming pool and pool view, Watamu Solana Apartments is located in Watamu, 500 metres from Mapango Beach and 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park.

    From US$94.50 per night
  • 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.

    From US$60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Charlie's Place Watamu is located in Watamu, 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park, 600 metres from Bio-Ken Snake Farm, as well as 19 km from Arabuko Sokoke National Park.

    From US$35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

    Set within less than 1 km of Watamu Bay Beach and 23 km of Watamu National Marine Park, Watamu Villaggio offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Watamu.

    From US$55 per night
  • Located in Watamu in the Kilifi region, with Mapango Beach and Bio-Ken Snake Farm nearby, Garner house watamu provides accommodation with free private parking.

    From US$28 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

    Situated 800 metres from Mapango Beach, 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park and 600 metres from Bio-Ken Snake Farm, Marion's incredible 2 bedroom apartment provides accommodation located in Watamu.

    From US$29.40 per night
  • 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

Best hotels with breakfast in Watamu and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 554 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$117 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 61 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 4.5
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 4 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 151 reviews

    AHG Lion Beach Resort has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Watamu. This 4-star resort offers a bar.

    From US$160.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

    With pool views, Eco Villas Watamu is located in Watamu and has a restaurant, a shared lounge, bar, garden, year-round outdoor pool and terrace.

    From US$118.35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Set in Watamu, 500 metres from Watamu Bay Beach, RiccArDella House Rafiki Tamu offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    From US$150 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Located within 300 metres of Watamu Bay Beach and 23 km of Watamu National Marine Park, Fadhila Holidays provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Watamu.

    From US$168 per night
  • Boasting a garden, private pool and garden views, Leopard House is situated in Watamu. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    From US$150 per night

FAQs about hotels in Watamu

What guests said about Watamu:

  • 10.0

    Some really good beaches... very full day trips on boats...

    Some really good beaches... very full day trips on boats... lots of stalls to purchase things... good supermarkets on the main road if you are staying in a villa... due to the heavy Italian tourist presence, there are plenty of great eateries and restaurants... easy to get around on motorbike or tuk tuk... generally very safe compared to Nairobi.
    Guest review by
    Asef
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0

    I loved my stay there. The room was big and clean.

    I loved my stay there. The room was big and clean. The staff were very helpful and cheerful. I would also like to thank Yasmeen for making my stay pleasant. Thank you very much peponi villa entire crew 🙏
    Guest review by
    Ahmed
    Kenya
  • 10.0

    Watamu is one of my favorite places to visit in North Coast.

    Watamu is one of my favorite places to visit in North Coast. It is not overpowering like other towns in North Coast. The people are very friendly and hospitable. I particularly enjoyed the sunset views at Litchaus and Crab Shack. The cultural tour to Waka Waka Island and seeing dolphins. However, it can be pricier than other places. I recommend going with an open mind and a spirit of fun. To get the most from Watamu, do not rush. I recommend spacing out your travel and allowing yourself to soak it all in. There's definitely so much to see and learn from the local community.
    Guest review by
    Anonymous
  • 8.0

    The people are quite friendly including cab divers.

    The people are quite friendly including cab divers. The beaches are wonderful. Not too much interference from the beach boys. The area is relatively quiet in the evenings. Good for a person who has relaxation in mind. My favourite beach was Gecko resort. It is easy to get around Watamu with Tuk Tuk or cabs.
    Guest review by
    kaguru
  • 8.0

    A bit expensive as it's made for tourists, so expect...

    A bit expensive as it's made for tourists, so expect European prices (5EUR one beer or 8EUR a cocktail). The beach is amazing, it's totally worth it :) However, try to be in a beach chair, as those are in private restaurants or hotels; that's the only way the beach boys are not going to annoy you all the time (and even there, they might try to talk to you or stare at you, but it's less likely). There's a club (Come back club) that we loved, as the atmosphere and music were great :)
    Guest review by
    Daniela
    Chile
  • 10.0

    Watamu, Kenya, is a stunning coastal destination that offers...

    Watamu, Kenya, is a stunning coastal destination that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and vibrant local culture. From the moment you arrive, you’re welcomed by incredibly friendly people who make you feel right at home. The sandy beaches are breathtaking, providing endless opportunities for relaxation, sunbathing, and leisurely beach walks. The warm climate is perfect for enjoying the sun and indulging in outdoor activities like snorkeling, which reveals a mesmerizing underwater world. Watamu is also a haven for food lovers, with fresh seafood and delicious local dishes being a highlight. Whether you’re traveling with family, seeking a romantic escape, or just craving a relaxing getaway, Watamu offers something for everyone, from serene sunsets to memorable shore experiences. On the downside, the area can be quite loud and a little chaotic at times, especially in busier spots. However, this minor inconvenience is easily overshadowed by the overall charm and tranquility of this coastal paradise. Watamu is a destination that truly captures the heart and offers unforgettable memories. Highly recommended! 🌴☀️
    Guest review by
    Joanna
    Poland

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  • From US$72 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews
    Little piece of paradise run by a terrific soul. Laurence is such a cool and funny woman, and the house is just wonderful. We loved our time there and wish we could have stayed longer. The breakfast is delicious, fresh, made with so much attention and love. Cool cats and turtle wandering around, comfy bed, close to snake farm... everything was lovely! Watamu town and beach can be easily reach by tuktuk or boda boda, and snake farm by foot if you want. Thanks for everything Laurence 🙏
    Guest review by
    Jen
    Belgium
  • From US$195 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews
    In general, the hotel is expanding and building new structures like yoga place and a very good place for a stay in Watamu —-but I’ll reconsider my choices next year because of breakfast policy. The swimming pool is lovely as always and the New Fitness in an open space is well equipped and modern and I enjoyed working out. Rooms are stocked with water and variety of tea and a pot. Easy access to Lichthaus. Bed was comfy with many pillows.
    Guest review by
    Denis
    United States
  • From US$63.75 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
    The apartment is located near the road, hence very easy to access at all hours of the day. It's also conveniently located close to a mall. There is good security. The pool is always clean and lots of privacy. The rooms were very clean with enough clean towels. The host was very pleasant. She welcomed me warmly and offered a free itinerary on things I could do while in Watamu. The beach is only a few minutes walk away from the apartment.
    Guest review by
    Njeri
    Kenya
  • From US$130 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
    Palm Garden Boutique Hotel is a paradise, beautifully located in the heart of a palm garden and with a short distance walk you reach a breathtaking beach. The Manager and Staff are beyond lovely. The Restaurant serves super delicious meals and drinks. Many cozy and relaxing spaces within the property and around the pool. Plus had the best massage.
    Guest review by
    Larissa
    Switzerland
  • From US$120 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews
    Wonderful little hotel, with attractive grounds and FANTASTIC staff. The location is great, 2 minutes walk from a wonderful local beach with fishing boats, and a short walk through a neighbourhood to get into the main streets of Watamu.
    Guest review by
    Jo
    Netherlands