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About the Hotel

Watamu, Watamu, Kenya

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Single Room Sea View

Max:

1 person

40 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Sea view

Shower

Bathtub

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Deluxe Double Room

Max:

2 persons

40 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Shower

Bathtub

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Twin Room Sea View

Max:

2 persons

40 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Sea view

Shower

Bathtub

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Getting around

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City Centre

Watamu 3.1 km

Airports

Malindi (MYD) 20.6 km

Vipingo Estate (vpg) 78.3 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Pizzas!

“The bar lounge served some of the best pizzas I've ever tasted. Each bite was bursting with flavor!” view full review

Beautiful Experience

“The serene ambiance of the hotel was truly relaxing, providing the perfect backdrop for a peaceful getaway.” view full review

Perfect Service

“The attention to detail by all staff members made my stay lovely. They were always eager to help with a friendly smile.” view full review

Relaxing Spa

“The spa facilities were exquisite, offering a tranquil environment to unwind and rejuvenate during my stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Currency exchange
Barber shop
Coffee shop
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Wind surfing
Diving
Snorkelling
Canoeing
Darts
Table tennis
Mini golf
Squash
Sports trainer
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Board games
Children's menu
Children's pool
Children's play area

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Watamu, Watamu, Kenya

Map view

Watamu, Watamu, Kenya

City landmarks

Turtle Bay Road

Prawn Lake

830 m

Turtle Bay Rd

Ocean Sports

700 m

Spa Centre

Sakina ocean spa

700 m

Watamu

Palm Exotjca Resort

760 m

St. John Catholic Church

750 m

Michael Savana Safari

810 m

Swarms of annoying beach hustlers and fake Rastafari

1.2 km

Night club

Comeback

1.7 km

Watamu Beach

1.8 km

Watamu Marine National Park

1.5 km

Watamu

Blue Bay IGV

1.5 km

Watamu Marine National Park

Mida Creek

2.7 km

Mida Creek Road

Blue Bay

1.7 km

Watamu - Kenya

Watamu Bay Ora Resort

1.7 km

Watamu

Gede Ruins

1.7 km

Beach

Marine Park

2.2 km

Farm

Bio-Ken Snake Farm

3.1 km

Turtle Bay Road

Local Ocean Conservation

2.9 km

Ack St. Peter's Church

2.5 km

Naturalmente Pane

2.6 km

Watamu

A Rocha Conservation and Hope

2.7 km

Turtle Bay Rd

Watamu Turtle Watch

2.7 km

Store

Tribe Kitesurfing

2.8 km

valle house condominio

2.9 km

Stellamaries Catholic Church

3.0 km

P.O.Box 416 Jacaranda Road

Seven Islands Resort

3.2 km

Island

Kirepwe

4.0 km

Malindi Road

Malindi

4.6 km

Mida Dhow

4.6 km

Nearby

Turtle Bay Road

Prawn Lake

540 m

Michael Savana Safari

300 m

Restaurants

The Ocean Sports Restaurant

670 m

1 Mida Creek Road Ocean Sports Resort

Happy Days Bar & Restaurant

1.2 km

Turtle Bay Road

NON SOLO GELATO by anna

510 m

Turtle Bay Road

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

liked the hotel and would stay again

food quality

seaviews

limited dining options

minor service details

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

8.5

Location

9.5

Service

9.0

Dining

7.0

Natasha

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.2/10

The hotel rooms are spacious, very clean, and should include more information such as beach amenities. However, guests should be aware that drinks are not included despite initial information. The staff, especially Monica, Nelson, James, Austin, Kenga, and Ronald, go above and beyond to ensure a home away from home experience for guests. The location offers great sea views and easy access to the beach, while the dining experience, though fresh and made to order, lacks variety expected of a 5-star establishment.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are equipped with both AC and fan, which is convenient for the hot and humid weather. A booklet of information about hotel services would be helpful.

Service

9.0

Monica, Nelson, James, Austin, Kenga, and Ronald provided exceptional service, ensuring a personalized and attentive stay. They truly make you feel at home.

Location

9.0

The location is lovely with great sea views and perfect for engaging in beach activities. Watamu Hemingway's is a delightful holiday destination for families.

Dining

7.0

The dining options are fresh but could be improved with more variety, especially for a 5-star hotel.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities are modern and well-suited for a comfortable stay.

Steve

United Kingdom, February 2024

8.8/10

The hotel offers dazzling, well-appointed rooms with a massive terrace balcony, top-notch food, and great cocktails. The service is superb with staff going out of their way to ensure a memorable stay, though minor details could be improved. The location is unbeatable, providing lovely sea views and a nice beach atmosphere. The dining experience is fresh and made to order, but could benefit from more variety. The facilities are top-notch, offering everything needed for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are massive, clean, and truly dazzling to look at, in keeping with the property's beach vibe.

Service

9.0

The staff could not be any politer, friendlier, or more attentive, ensuring a personalized and pleasant experience.

Location

10.0

The location is unbeatable, with great sea views and a lovely beach ambiance.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience is fresh and made to order, but could offer more variety to enhance the overall experience.