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Top Trending Hotels Near Watamu Beach

Medina Palms
3 outdoor pools, sun loungers

Medina Palms

4.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (30)
"Very clean, extremely friendly staff."
The price is P19,475
P22,981 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Medina Palms
Blue Bay Village
Water view

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 P8,041
P9,488 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Blue Bay Village
Turtle Bay Beach Club
On the beach, beach towels

Turtle Bay Beach Club

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (85)
"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 P12,421
P14,657 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Turtle Bay Beach Club
Kobe Suite Resort
2 outdoor pools, sun loungers

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
AHG Lion Beach Resort
Outdoor pool

AHG Lion Beach Resort

4.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (13)
"I recently had the pleasure of staying at your property and wanted to share my experience. The hotel was clean and well maintained, and I was especially impressed by the friendliness of the staff. The food was excellent, and my room was spotless and comfortable. The only minor drawback was the distance to the beach, which was a bit farther than expected. However, this did not significantly impact my overall enjoyment of the stay."
The price is P9,143
P10,789 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
AHG Lion Beach Resort
Watamu Ascot Hotel
Front of property

Watamu Ascot Hotel

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1)
The price is P3,993
P4,711 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Watamu Ascot Hotel
Watamu Adventist Beach Resort
Property entrance

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 P2,248
P2,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Watamu Adventist Beach Resort
Mvuvi Lodge Watamu
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

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 P7,985
P9,423 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Mvuvi Lodge Watamu
Paradise Lagoon B&B
Interior entrance

Paradise Lagoon B&B

2.0 star property
The price is P1,908
P2,251 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Paradise Lagoon B&B
The Charming Lonno Lodge
Reception

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 P16,562
P19,543 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
The Charming Lonno Lodge
Eco Villas Watamu
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

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 P4,527
P5,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Eco Villas Watamu
Sun Palm Beach Resort
Private beach, white sand, beach bar

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"
The price is P3,860
P4,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Sun Palm Beach Resort
Rock and Sea Resort
1 treatment room, manicures and pedicures, massages

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"
The price is P25,699
P30,325 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Rock and Sea Resort
The ONE
4 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas

The ONE

4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (10)
The price is P9,893
P11,673 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
The ONE
Billionaire Resort & Retreat
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

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
Le Pleiadi
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Le Pleiadi

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"We really enjoyed ourselves, great view of the ocean and staff was kind and helpful. I would book this Hotel again. "
Le Pleiadi
Diamonds Malindi
Private beach, sun loungers, beach towels, beach bar

Diamonds Malindi

4.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (15)
"It was lovely I would have loved long night stays at the beach area"
The price is P6,654
P10,600 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Diamonds Malindi
Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm
Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas

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
SAFFRON GARDEN MALINDI
Outdoor pool

SAFFRON GARDEN MALINDI

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"It is a lovely hotel with very friendly staff. The outdoor areas are beautiful and decorated intentionally. It is actually so good that I was shocked based on the nightly rate"
The price is P4,120
P4,862 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
SAFFRON GARDEN MALINDI
Ocean Beach Resort & Spa
Exterior

Ocean Beach Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (27)
"Very quaint place with a very private beach. The spa and massage was amazing. If your looking for party night life I wouldn't recommend and the food was good but not great but otherwise the staff and cleanliness was top notch. "
The price is P10,423
P13,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Ocean Beach Resort & Spa
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Top Watamu Beach Hotel Reviews

Medina Palms

Medina Palms

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean, extremely friendly staff."
Aaron 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Medina Palms
Kobe Suite Resort

Kobe Suite Resort

10/10 Excellent
"This resort is located on one of the best beaches in Watamu. The staff is fantastic. Janet accommodated our late check-out and went above and beyond when our AC wasn’t working. We will definitely be coming back"
Andrea 3-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
Kobe Suite Resort

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Watamu Beach?

Watamu Beach is located in Watamu. Travelers like the surrounding area for its beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 21 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Watamu Beach?

Adjacent to Watamu Beach, Medina Palms is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler 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 are there near Watamu Beach?

Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodations 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, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Watamu Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Watamu Beach?

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