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Our top choices for Watamu beach hotels

1. Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu
Watamu
  • Relax on pristine white sands with ocean views at this luxury beachfront haven, where charming staff create an idyllic escape.
AED 805
AED 950 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Hemingways Watamu

2. GK Palm Resort Watamu

GK Palm Resort Watamu
Watamu
  • Relax on the white sand shores of Watamu Beach, just steps from this coastal hotel.
AED 128
AED 152 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
GK Palm Resort Watamu

3. Watamu Ascot Hotel

Watamu Ascot Hotel
Watamu
  • Escape to coastal relaxation at Watamu, just minutes from beautiful beaches where sun-soaked adventures await.
AED 202
AED 239 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Watamu Ascot Hotel

4. Blue Bay Village

Blue Bay Village
Watamu
  • Relax on your own white sand paradise with beachside massages at this coastal retreat.
AED 572
AED 679 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Blue Bay Village

5. Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

Mvuvi Lodge Watamu
Watamu
  • Stroll to Watamu Beach for sun-filled adventure, then return to this lodge's cooling pool, where children splash and beach breezes beckon.
AED 418
AED 493 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sep - 13 Sep
Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

6. Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort

Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort
Watamu
AED 488
AED 580 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort

7. AHG Lion Beach Resort

AHG Lion Beach Resort
Watamu
AED 273
AED 325 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sep - 16 Sep
AHG Lion Beach Resort

8. Eco Villas Watamu

Eco Villas Watamu
Watamu
AED 157
AED 186 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Eco Villas Watamu

9. Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm
Watamu
  • Barefoot bliss on private white sands awaits with beachside massage, loungers, and umbrellas at this serene bay resort.
AED 361
AED 720 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm

10. Sun Palm Beach Resort

Sun Palm Beach Resort
Watamu
  • Unwind at this luxury resort with its own pristine white sand beach, where refreshing cocktails await at the oceanside bar
AED 532
AED 628 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Sun Palm Beach Resort
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Watamu

Pool
Breakfast included
4 stars
All-inclusive
5 stars

Beach hotels with pools in Watamu

Watamu Ascot Hotel

Watamu Ascot Hotel
Watamu
AED 202
AED 239 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Watamu Ascot Hotel

Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu
Watamu
AED 805
AED 950 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Hemingways Watamu

AHG Lion Beach Resort

AHG Lion Beach Resort
Watamu
AED 273
AED 325 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sep - 16 Sep
AHG Lion Beach Resort

Kobe Suite Resort

Kobe Suite Resort
Watamu
AED 730
AED 861 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Kobe Suite Resort

GK Palm Resort Watamu

GK Palm Resort Watamu
Watamu
AED 128
AED 152 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
GK Palm Resort Watamu

Sun Palm Beach Resort

Sun Palm Beach Resort
Watamu
AED 532
AED 628 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Sun Palm Beach Resort

Blue Bay Village

Blue Bay Village
Watamu
AED 572
AED 679 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Blue Bay Village

Eco Villas Watamu

Eco Villas Watamu
Watamu
AED 157
AED 186 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Eco Villas Watamu

Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort

Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort
Watamu
AED 488
AED 580 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm
Watamu
AED 361
AED 720 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Watamu

Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu
Watamu
AED 805
AED 950 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Hemingways Watamu

Watamu Ascot Hotel

Watamu Ascot Hotel
Watamu
AED 202
AED 239 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Watamu Ascot Hotel

AHG Lion Beach Resort

AHG Lion Beach Resort
Watamu
AED 273
AED 325 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sep - 16 Sep
AHG Lion Beach Resort

Kobe Suite Resort

Kobe Suite Resort
Watamu
AED 730
AED 861 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Kobe Suite Resort

Sun Palm Beach Resort

Sun Palm Beach Resort
Watamu
AED 532
AED 628 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Sun Palm Beach Resort

Blue Bay Village

Blue Bay Village
Watamu
AED 572
AED 679 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Blue Bay Village

Eco Villas Watamu

Eco Villas Watamu
Watamu
AED 157
AED 186 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Eco Villas Watamu

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm
Watamu
AED 361
AED 720 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm

Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

Mvuvi Lodge Watamu
Watamu
AED 418
AED 493 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sep - 13 Sep
Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

Medina Palms

Medina Palms
Watamu
AED 1,193
AED 1,408 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sep - 13 Sep
Medina Palms
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4-star beach hotels in Watamu

Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu
Watamu
AED 805
AED 950 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Hemingways Watamu

Watamu Ascot Hotel

Watamu Ascot Hotel
Watamu
AED 202
AED 239 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Watamu Ascot Hotel

AHG Lion Beach Resort

AHG Lion Beach Resort
Watamu
AED 273
AED 325 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sep - 16 Sep
AHG Lion Beach Resort

Kobe Suite Resort

Kobe Suite Resort
Watamu
AED 730
AED 861 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Kobe Suite Resort

Sun Palm Beach Resort

Sun Palm Beach Resort
Watamu
AED 532
AED 628 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Sun Palm Beach Resort

Medina Palms

Medina Palms
Watamu
AED 1,193
AED 1,408 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sep - 13 Sep
Medina Palms
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Top Watamu Hotel Reviews

Turtle Bay Beach Club

Turtle Bay Beach Club

10/10 Excellent
"Très bon accueil par Janet et le reste du personnel. Excellent service tout au long du séjour. La nourriture était variée et de qualité. Merci pour tout, Turtle Bay Resort!"
Mario 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Turtle Bay Beach Club
Sun Palm Beach Resort

Sun Palm Beach Resort

8/10 Good
"The room is beautiful and the staff is very kind and friendly "
Garry 7-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
Sun Palm Beach Resort
Aquarius Club International Resort

Aquarius Club International Resort

10/10 Excellent
"The say was beautiful, the staff was friendly and helpful and the property was clean. One surprise was that almost all guests where Italian and the food selection at breakfast wasn’t too much. But overall I’ll give it. 9 out of 10"
Ronny 5-night trip
Posted 10 months ago
Aquarius Club International Resort

Frequently asked questions

What is Watamu like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its beaches, Watamu offers a lot for the traveler planning a beach getaway.
What's the best place to stay near the beach in Watamu?
The ONE is a top resort located on the beach. Other good choices to stay near the beach include Sun Palm Beach Resort and Turtle Bay Beach Club.
How many beach hotels can I expect to find in Watamu?
Choose from one of Expedia's 22 hotels in Watamu for your beachside break.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Watamu?
Plan your trip to the beach with this snapshot of year-round temperatures in Watamu: The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are August and July with an average of 78°F. Average annual precipitation for Watamu is 29 inches.
What is there to see and do around Watamu?
After arriving and settling in at your accommodation of choice, you might want to venture out and explore. If you can't wait to check out the beaches, head to Malindi Beach or Silversands Beach for a relaxing day by the water. Make time for a range of local attractions, which include Watamu Beach and Ruins of Gedi. For more things to see and do, consider visiting Mida Creek or Prawn Lake.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Watamu?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Watamu more easily: The closest major airport is Malindi (MYD), located 9.2 mi (14.9 km) from the city center. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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