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Our top choices for Watamu Beach hotels

1. Kobe Suite Resort

Kobe Suite Resort
4.5 star property
2.5 km from Watamu Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
"A lovely beach resort where you can relax and feel safe. Staff were very attentive. The restaurant served delicious Italian seafood dishes. The pools and beach are gorgeous. I would return."
United States
Laurie
The price is P11,081
P13,076 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Kobe Suite Resort

2. Medina Palms

Medina Palms
4.5 star property
Turtle Bay Area, 1.2 km from Watamu Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
"Hotel has superb. "
United States
Sean
The price is P19,409
P22,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Medina Palms

3. Blue Bay Village

Blue Bay Village
3.5 star property
2 km from Watamu Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Friendly stuff and the perfect environment to unwind. "
United States
EMMA R
The price is P11,575
P13,659 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Blue Bay Village

4. Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu
4.5 star property
1.5 km from Watamu Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (75 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay, the staff were all so friendly and helpful, the setting is beautiful, food is great, couldn't have asked for a better experience."
United Kingdom
Amy
The price is P14,443
P17,043 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Hemingways Watamu

5. AHG Lion Beach Resort

AHG Lion Beach Resort
4.0 star property
Watamu Village, 3 km from Watamu Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (20 reviews)
"Worth the money. Food and drinks are pretty good too."
United States
Pacharaporn
The price is P4,192
P4,946 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
AHG Lion Beach Resort

6. Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

Mvuvi Lodge Watamu
3.0 star property
Turtle Bay Area, 1.6 km from Watamu Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"the property is very clean and all the staff are extremely friendly. They made me feel very relaxed and safe. Most days I had the sole use of the pool! Perhaps the chef could do with a few pointers and it would have been great to have a small fridge in my room which was lovely and clean. was well cared for and really enjoyed my stay....5 gold stars!"
United Kingdom
kim
The price is P5,199
P6,135 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

7. Watamu Ascot Hotel

Watamu Ascot Hotel
4.5 star property
Watamu Village, 3.1 km from Watamu Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, nice pool"
United Kingdom
Igor
The price is P4,594
P5,421 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Watamu Ascot Hotel

8. Watamu Adventist Resort

Watamu Adventist Resort
3.0 star property
Watamu Village, 2.7 km from Watamu Beach
The price is P1,863
P2,199 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Watamu Adventist Resort

9. Paradise Lagoon B&B

Paradise Lagoon B&B
2.5 star property
Watamu Village, 3.1 km from Watamu Beach
The price is P2,851
P3,364 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Paradise Lagoon B&B

10. Solana Studio Apartments watamu

Solana Studio Apartments watamu
3.0 star property
Watamu Village, 3.2 km from Watamu Beach
The price is P8,252
P9,737 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Solana Studio Apartments watamu

11. 2 Livu Villas Watamu

2 Livu Villas Watamu
3.0 star property
Turtle Bay Area, 1 km from Watamu Beach
The price is P6,856
P8,090 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
2 Livu Villas Watamu

12. Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa

Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa
5.0 star property
19.1 km from Watamu Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Beautiful boutique hotel with delicious food and a wonderful swimming pool. The staff were so friendly and"
United Kingdom
Chandrika
The price is P12,744
P15,037 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa

13. SAFFRON GARDEN MALINDI

SAFFRON GARDEN MALINDI
3.0 star property
23 km from Watamu Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Very good service from the staff."
Canada
Julia
The price is P4,376
P5,164 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
SAFFRON GARDEN MALINDI

14. The Lawford Kenya

The Lawford Kenya
3.5 star property
22.1 km from Watamu Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (22 reviews)
"Ideally located hotel for meetings locally - Friendly and helpful staff"
United Kingdom
Rupert
The price is P5,810
P6,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
The Lawford Kenya

15. Diamonds Malindi

Diamonds Malindi
5.0 star property
20.4 km from Watamu Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (37 reviews)
"The location was stunning with a well landscaped garden."
United Kingdom
Lloyd
The price is P7,281
P11,598 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Diamonds Malindi

16. Visiwa Beach Resort

Visiwa Beach Resort
5.0 star property
4.2 km from Watamu Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"This was a fantastic place to stay. The staff were lovely and the hotel facilities and good were top notch. The Tuk Tuk driver, Kodak, they recommended became a core part of our trip. Recommended."
Canada
Timothy Ian
The price is P9,586
P11,312 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Visiwa Beach Resort

17. The Charming Lonno Lodge

The Charming Lonno Lodge
5.0 star property
6.5 km from Watamu Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Lonno Lodge is a wonderful, peaceful small boutique hotel with ocean views, a large pool and delicious food. The staff were always very friendly and helpful. There are nearby restaurants/clubs with sandy beaches."
United Kingdom
EUAN
The price is P20,843
P24,594 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
The Charming Lonno Lodge

18. JoysVilla Family Holiday Home

JoysVilla Family Holiday Home
3.0 star property
20.6 km from Watamu Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (8 reviews)
"Absolutely recommend this place. A hidden gem. New, well done a great hospitality. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Julian
The price is P1,840
P2,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
JoysVilla Family Holiday Home

19. Kilili Baharini Resort & Spa

Kilili Baharini Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
20.2 km from Watamu Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"This is my second stay at this hotel. The beachfront location is ideal, with plenty of seating and lounging area to take in the ocean view. Though not necessarily modern, the rooms have a classic elegance about them. The staff is friendly and helpful. The evening mosquito net service is a nice amenity."
United States
Kevin
The price is P13,670
P16,131 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Kilili Baharini Resort & Spa

20. Eco Villas Watamu

Eco Villas Watamu
3.0 star property
3.9 km from Watamu Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"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! "
United States
Maya
The price is P3,582
P4,226 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Eco Villas Watamu
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Compare popular hotels close to Watamu Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.
Kobe Suite Resort
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
34 reviews
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A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and overlooking the ocean.
Medina Palms
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
45 reviews
View
A resort with a pool surrounded by thatched-roof structures, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
Blue Bay Village
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
10 reviews
View
Pool
Hemingways Watamu
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
75 reviews
View
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear pool, and a tropical setting with palm trees and buildings in the background.
AHG Lion Beach Resort
4.0 star property
7.6
Good
20 reviews
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Watamu Beach?
Watamu Beach is located in Watamu. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 22 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Watamu Beach?
Adjacent to Watamu Beach, Garoda Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include Hemingways Watamu and Medina Palms.
How many hotels are there near Watamu Beach?
Expedia has 22 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.