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Watamu – 265 hotels and places to stay

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews
    From
    $120
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews
    From
    $96
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
    From
    $250
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
    From
    $336
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
    From
    $188
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
    From
    $142
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 554 reviews
    From
    $117
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews
    From
    $288
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
    From
    $108
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 246 reviews
    From
    $171
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 344 reviews
    From
    $161
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews
    From
    $81
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
    From
    $270
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
    From
    $32
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
    From
    $27
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
    From
    $24
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
    From
    $1,175
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
    From
    $20
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
    From
    $63
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews
    From
    $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 $140 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews
    From $44.55 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
    From $336 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews
    From $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 $150 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
    From $81.38 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
    From $150 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews
    From $430 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 554 reviews
    From $117 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews
    From $120 per night

Most booked hotels in Watamu and surrounding area in the past month

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Hotels located in the center of Watamu

  • Casa Yangu enjoys a location in Watamu, a few steps from Bio-Ken Snake Farm and 12 miles from Arabuko Sokoke National Park.

    From $68 per night
  • Roadstar Homes offers accommodations in Watamu, a 8-minute walk from Mapango Beach and 14 miles from Watamu National Marine Park.

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

    Ocean Breeze Homes 1, 2 or 3 bedroom Watamu offers accommodations in Watamu, a 7-minute walk from Mapango Beach and 14 miles from Watamu National Marine Park.

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

    Zuri homes 1,2or 3 Bedrooms watamu is a recently renovated apartment in Watamu where guests can make the most of the garden and terrace.

    From $49 per night
  • Offering a rooftop pool and a garden, Dea Apartment Ghepard Exclusive in Watamu is close to Mapango Beach and Bio-Ken Snake Farm.

    From $147.25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

    Set in Watamu, 1476 feet from Mapango restaurant, Aquarius Club features a private beach area. The resort has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi.

    From $125 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

    Waridi House provides a hot tub and air-conditioned accommodations in Watamu, a 11-minute walk from Watamu Bay Beach.

    From $69.12 per night
  • This villa offers air-conditioned accommodations with a terrace. The villa is composed of 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms. A flat-screen TV is offered.

Budget hotels in Watamu and nearby

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

    Just a 3-minute walk from Mapango Beach and 600 yards from Bio-Ken Snake Farm, Linda's Little Lincoln features accommodations in Watamu, with an indoor pool and a garden.

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

    Watamu Solana Apartments features rooms in Watamu near Mapango Beach and Bio-Ken Snake Farm. With pool views, this accommodation offers a swimming pool.

    From $94.50 per night
  • A 15-minute walk from Mapango Beach in Watamu, Banana House offers accommodations with access to a sauna and hot tub. This property offers a heated pool, free Wifi, and free private parking.

    From $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, just 14 miles from Watamu National Marine Park and a 7-minute walk from Bio-Ken Snake Farm.

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

    Watamu Villaggio is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Watamu where guests can make the most of its outdoor swimming pool, garden, and terrace.

    From $55 per night
  • Garner house watamu is located in Watamu, just a 8-minute walk from Bio-Ken Snake Farm and 12 miles from Arabuko Sokoke National Park.

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

    Marion's incredible 2 bedroom apartment is located in Watamu, just a 9-minute walk from Mapango Beach and 14 miles from Watamu National Marine Park.

    From $29.40 per night
  • Upepo house watamu offers accommodations in Watamu, a 10-minute walk from Mapango Beach and 14 miles from Watamu National Marine Park.

    From $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 $117 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

    Simba House offers accommodations in Watamu, a 12-minute walk from Watamu Bay Beach and 14 miles from Watamu National Marine Park. With garden views, this accommodation provides a terrace.

    From $72 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.5
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

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

    Located in Watamu, a 5-minute walk from Watamu Bay Beach, RiccArDella House Rafiki Tamu has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

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

    Fadhila Holidays provides rooms in Watamu near Watamu Bay Beach and Bio-Ken Snake Farm. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    From $168 per night
  • A 3-minute walk from Watamu Bay Beach in Watamu, Leopard House features accommodations with access to a solarium. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    From $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 $72 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - 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 $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 $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 $130 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - 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 $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