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Watamu Beach Cottages

Watamu Beach, Watamu

Set within a few steps of Garoda Beach and 26 km of Watamu National Marine Park in Watamu, Watamu Beach Cottages provides accommodation with seating area.

S
Stephen A
From
United Kingdom
The cottages were very private, in a great location and well equipped. The pool was lovely and access to the beach was very easy. Our 2 bed cottage had a lovely little kitchen which we used a lot. But we also used the restauraunt which was great. The staff were very friendly and helpful, especially our Dada, Hariette. We have already recommended it to friends.
Review score
Superb
100 reviews
Price from
€ 62.81
1 night, 2 adults

Waridi House

Watamu Beach, Watamu

With inner courtyard views, Waridi House is located in Watamu and has a restaurant, a shared kitchen, bar, garden, outdoor fireplace and year-round outdoor pool.

G
Gaspar
From
Hungary
Beautiful place.
Review score
Exceptional
18 reviews
Price from
€ 59.95
1 night, 2 adults

A Rocha Eco-Lodge & Conservation Centre

Watamu Beach, Watamu

A Rocha Eco-Lodge & Conservation Centre, a property with a garden and a shared lounge, is set in Watamu, 90 metres from Turtle Bay Beach, 25 km from Watamu National Marine Park, as well as 5 km from...

B
Bosman
From
Netherlands
I loved the way you feel included in the team by eating the meals with the "family" and everybody is so kind!
Review score
Superb
84 reviews
Price from
€ 73.81
1 night, 2 adults

Nyumba Malkia at Tembo Village

Watamu

Featuring garden views, Nyumba Malkia at Tembo Village offers accommodation with patio, around 500 metres from Watamu Bay Beach. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

R
Rukiya
From
Kenya
nothing was good
Review score
Good
16 reviews
Price from
€ 20.32
1 night, 2 adults

Tembo village Jacaranda road

Watamu

Located in Watamu, within 500 metres of Watamu Bay Beach and 23 km of Watamu National Marine Park, Tembo village Jacaranda road provides accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for...

K
Kishonti
From
Germany
Well maintained, very nice owner
Review score
Good
23 reviews
Price from
€ 21.23
1 night, 2 adults

Nyumba Tulivu

Watamu Beach, Watamu

Located in Watamu in the Kilifi region and Watamu Bay Beach reachable within 400 metres, Nyumba Tulivu provides accommodation with free WiFi, barbecue facilities, a private beach area and free private...

D
Diana
From
Kenya
The space has tasteful decor. The bed is comfortable with clean and fresh bedsheets. The kitchen is well equipped for making a meal. It is walking distance from the beach so we enjoyed a morning walk with no hustle.
Review score
Good
89 reviews
Price from
€ 23.42
1 night, 2 adults

Diwani Cottage

Malindi (Near Watamu)

Featuring a terrace with pool views, a private beach area and an outdoor swimming pool, Diwani Cottage can be found in Malindi, close to Tropical Beach and 34 km from Watamu National Marine Park.

V
Virginia
From
Italy
The staff very welcoming even if we got to the cottage 5 hours before check in, the sea just next to beach, the rooms clean and secruity good. We were also allowed to check out on our time that was very good of the staff. Yes i reccommd the cottage.
Review score
Very good
188 reviews
Price from
€ 507.80
1 night, 2 adults

Surahi Restaurant & Guest House

Malindi (Near Watamu)

Set 1.5 km from Malindi Beach, 33 km from Watamu National Marine Park and 7.3 km from Malindi Marine National Park, Surahi Restaurant & Guest House offers accommodation located in Malindi.

A
Ashok
From
Kenya
No arrangement for breakfast, no staff to assist.
Review score
Passable
10 reviews
Price from
€ 13.01
1 night, 2 adults

WHITE Nyumba Malindi

Malindi (Near Watamu)

A recently renovated homestay in Malindi, WHITE Nyumba Malindi offers sun terrace, private parking and sports facilities.

P
Per Wilms
From
Denmark
It was very clean
Review score
Superb
264 reviews
Price from
€ 54.64
1 night, 2 adults

HHvilla

Malindi (Near Watamu)

Located within 1.5 km of Malindi Beach and 36 km of Watamu National Marine Park in Malindi, HHvilla provides accommodation with seating area.

A
Ashley
From
Kenya
I really loved the space and the fact that its by the road makes it so accessible to areas and even the town . Esther is such a sweetheart always ensuring you are comfortable. The privacy so good as well enjoyed the pool so much.
Review score
Fabulous
9 reviews
Price from
€ 34.86
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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  • Review score
    Superb · 84 reviews

    A Rocha Eco-Lodge & Conservation Centre, a property with a garden and a shared lounge, is set in Watamu, 90 metres from Turtle Bay Beach, 25 km from Watamu National Marine Park, as well as 5 km from...

    Guest review
    People, Staff, contact with nature, food, the beach so close
  • Casa la papel

    Watamu
    Breakfast options

    Situated in Watamu in the Kilifi region with Mapango Beach nearby, Casa la papel features accommodation with free private parking. The property has garden views.

  • Set within 800 metres of Garoda Beach and 26 km of Watamu National Marine Park, villa zoe dhahabu BNB offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Watamu.

  • Review score
    Exceptional · 13 reviews

    Boasting a balcony with garden views, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden, Villa Nyumba Hatimaye can be found in Watamu, close to Garoda Beach and 26 km from Watamu National Marine Park.

    Guest review
    Breakfast was amazing and staff were all so friendly.
  • Waridi House

    Watamu
    Breakfast options
    Review score
    Exceptional · 18 reviews

    With inner courtyard views, Waridi House is located in Watamu and has a restaurant, a shared kitchen, bar, garden, outdoor fireplace and year-round outdoor pool.

    Guest review
    Very stylish and spacious. We had the whole house to ourselves. And the massage service was excellent, as was the nearby Italian Liars Club restaurant
  • Review score
    Exceptional · 4 reviews

    Set within 600 metres of Papa Remo Beach and 24 km of Watamu National Marine Park, Chris House solo camere offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Watamu.

    Guest review
    Lovely house from where it is easy to enjoy what Watamu have to offer. Giovanna and the staff where really nice and made our days in Watamu memorable :)
  • Chiky Villa

    Watamu
    Breakfast options
    Review score
    Very good · 2 reviews

    Located just 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park, Chiky Villa features accommodation in Watamu with access to an outdoor swimming pool, an open-air bath, as well as a shared kitchen.

Save money on homestays in Watamu – budget options available!

  • Watamu Beach Cottages

    Watamu
    Budget options available
    Review score
    Superb · 100 reviews

    Set within a few steps of Garoda Beach and 26 km of Watamu National Marine Park in Watamu, Watamu Beach Cottages provides accommodation with seating area.

    Guest review
    High level of privacy, no nosy sellers of anything.
  • Villa Morosa

    Watamu
    Budget options available

    Offering a garden and garden view, Villa Morosa is set in Watamu, 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park and 700 metres from Bio-Ken Snake Farm.

  • Schalange residence

    Watamu
    Budget options available

    Located in Watamu in the Kilifi region, with Papa Remo Beach and Bio-Ken Snake Farm nearby, Schalange residence provides accommodation with free private parking.

  • Nuru Room at Lulu Beach

    Watamu
    Budget options available
    Review score
    Superb · 1 review

    Located in Watamu, just 1.3 km from Papa Remo Beach, Nuru Room at Lulu Beach provides beachfront accommodation with a private beach area, a garden and free WiFi.

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  • Review score
    Good · 23 reviews

    Located in Watamu, within 500 metres of Watamu Bay Beach and 23 km of Watamu National Marine Park, Tembo village Jacaranda road provides accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for...

    Guest review
    The ambiance was quite amazing because it's family friendly.
  • Nyumba Tulivu

    Watamu
    Central location
    Review score
    Good · 89 reviews

    Located in Watamu in the Kilifi region and Watamu Bay Beach reachable within 400 metres, Nyumba Tulivu provides accommodation with free WiFi, barbecue facilities, a private beach area and free private...

    Guest review
    The room is spacious,good environment,good services
  • Review score
    Good · 16 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Nyumba Malkia at Tembo Village offers accommodation with patio, around 500 metres from Watamu Bay Beach. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    Guest review
    Very friendly service and a big comfortable "lounge area" outside the rooms.
  • Villa 7

    Watamu
    Central location

    Situated within 300 metres of Turtle Bay Beach and 23 km of Watamu National Marine Park, Villa 7 features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Watamu.

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  • Avg. price/night: € 13.88
    Review score
    Superb · 129 reviews
    Great host family! Everything is very authentic and lets you experience the real experience. We were very well taken care of and it’s a great project! The food was amazing and the Mida creek tour is very recommendable.
    Guest review by
    Juliane
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: € 21.68
    Review score
    Good · 107 reviews
    It's a castle!!! It was an amazing experience.Great host and amazing staff always ready to assist and ensure I was comfortable. I have found my forever vacation home in Watamu. Best part was that I made a great and forever friend.!!
    Guest review by
    kathembwa
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 66.35
    Review score
    Exceptional · 1 review
    The Garden is beautyfull, Justin is the best guide, Marica is verry friendly but not intrusive. She is a good hostess.
    Guest review by
    Ulrike
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: € 138.76
    Review score
    Exceptional · 10 reviews
    Gaby was a great host, extremely friendly and accommodating. I loved the serene minimalistic design and the quietness of the place.
    Guest review by
    maggie
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 86.73
    Review score
    Superb · 113 reviews
    Great location, clean rooms, great hosts, great pool
    Guest review by
    Cynthia
    Group
  • Review score
    Very good · 96 reviews
    I love the location - perfect spot for beach holiday and not too fair-away from Watamu - yes the road is not perfect but for me it was part of my Kenya experience :-) They are a few very good restaurant on the beach and Safari was always very helpful , he even took as to a local church which was amazing experience ! I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to relax and learn a bit about the locals , the location is very safe . Pole Pole
    Guest review by
    Veronika
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 13.01
    Review score
    Very good · 71 reviews
    The locals are very nice. They like to talk and explain. Very relaxed place and easy to go around. Close to the creek. Good seafood.
    Guest review by
    johnny
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    Good · 13 reviews
    Mangrove View is such a special place, away from the main streets and secluded near the mangrove forest. The property is a bird’s heaven because of its tree and brush abundance and the water drinking and bathing puddles always kept full by the manager. Allyboyd is a kitchen master and he’ll cook the best omelette that he serves together with chapati. He is a local and he knows all the places to be and see. Do not hesitate to ask him to show you around. He took me out to meet the locals and try different foods and drinks.
    Guest review by
    Andrei
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    Good · 16 reviews
    Charles was a great host... Allowed late check-in, loved every bit of my stay. Apart from the stairs to the house, i'd say this was a smooth stay. Definitely booking with Charles again.
    Guest review by
    John
    Family with young children
  • Review score
    Fabulous · 77 reviews
    Very spacious 2 bedroom villa. Amazing swimming pool and great environment. Franklin was a great host.
    Guest review by
    Theo
    Family with young children