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1. Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu
4.5 star property
Watamu
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 AED 836
AED 986 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Hemingways Watamu

2. Visiwa Beach Resort

Visiwa Beach Resort
5.0 star property
Watamu
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 AED 582
AED 687 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Visiwa Beach Resort

3. Blue Bay Village

Blue Bay Village
3.5 star property
Watamu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Friendly stuff and the perfect environment to unwind. "
United States
EMMA R
The price is AED 661
AED 781 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Blue Bay Village

4. The Charming Lonno Lodge

The Charming Lonno Lodge
5.0 star property
Watamu
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 AED 1,149
AED 1,355 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
The Charming Lonno Lodge

5. Eco Villas Watamu

Eco Villas Watamu
3.0 star property
Watamu
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 AED 222
AED 262 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Eco Villas Watamu

6. AHG Lion Beach Resort

AHG Lion Beach Resort
4.0 star property
Watamu Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (20 reviews)
"Worth the money. Food and drinks are pretty good too."
United States
Pacharaporn
The price is AED 321
AED 379 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
AHG Lion Beach Resort

7. Sun Palm Beach Resort

Sun Palm Beach Resort
4.5 star property
Watamu Village
7.4 out of 10, Good, (41 reviews)
"The room is beautiful and the staff is very kind and friendly "
United States
Garry
The price is AED 532
AED 628 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Sun Palm Beach Resort

8. Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

Mvuvi Lodge Watamu
3.0 star property
Turtle Bay Area
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 AED 372
AED 439 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

9. Watamu Ascot Hotel

Watamu Ascot Hotel
4.5 star property
Watamu Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, nice pool"
United Kingdom
Igor
The price is AED 229
AED 270 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Watamu Ascot Hotel

10. Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort

Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort
3.5 star property
Watamu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Very nice staff... Swimming pool very big. Beautiful villa very new, made with very good taste."
United States
Tullio
The price is AED 489
AED 577 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort

11. GK Palm Resort Watamu

GK Palm Resort Watamu
2.5 star property
Watamu Village
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"Great service "
United States
Abdikair
The price is AED 279
AED 340 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
GK Palm Resort Watamu

12. Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm
3.0 star property
Watamu
5.8 out of 10, (6 reviews)
"The stay was generally okay There was not much food variety on the menu and it was highly priced considering that it was just okay/ average Besides that the hotel was generally pocket friendly thogh they need to improve on the food and drinks variety available The access road to the hotel was terrible and actually wrecked my car's suspension which was barely 3 months old. Best to take a tours car"
Ireland
Dennis
The price is AED 424
AED 794 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm

13. Queen K Cottages At Chrystal Homes

Queen K Cottages At Chrystal Homes
3.0 star property
Watamu
4.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"scarso di tutto pulizzia servizi decadenti confort decadente"
Italy
Anonymous traveler
The price is AED 193
AED 228 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Queen K Cottages At Chrystal Homes

14. Watamu Adventist Resort

Watamu Adventist Resort
3.0 star property
Watamu Village
The price is AED 96
AED 115 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Watamu Adventist Resort

15. MUMBI VILLA WATAMU

MUMBI VILLA WATAMU
2.5 star property
Watamu
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
The price is AED 171
AED 207 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
MUMBI VILLA WATAMU

16. Watamu Sunrise Villa

Watamu Sunrise Villa
3.0 star property
Watamu
The price is AED 248
AED 293 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Watamu Sunrise Villa

17. Marijani Holiday Resort Watamu

Marijani Holiday Resort Watamu
3.0 star property
Watamu Village
The price is AED 305
AED 361 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Marijani Holiday Resort Watamu

18. Thami House Watamu

Thami House Watamu
3.0 star property
Watamu
The price is AED 327
AED 387 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Thami House Watamu

19. BLUE DIAMOND VILLA WATAMU

BLUE DIAMOND VILLA WATAMU
4.0 star property
Watamu
The price is AED 225
AED 266 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
BLUE DIAMOND VILLA WATAMU

20. Paradise Lagoon B&B

Paradise Lagoon B&B
2.5 star property
Watamu Village
The price is AED 165
AED 195 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Paradise Lagoon B&B
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Frequently asked questions

What is Watamu like for travelers on a budget?
Watamu offers cheap accommodation options and a variety of places to visit, making it a budget-friendly vacation choice. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions like Watamu Beach, Ruins of Gedi, and Prawn Lake.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Watamu?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Watamu, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. 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 in Watamu?
You don't need to spend big to get to know Watamu. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then make time for sights and activities that cost very little. If you're looking to enjoy the area's natural beauty, you can get outdoors at Watamu Beach, Prawn Lake, or Mida Creek.
How can I get to Watamu and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Watamu is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The most convenient airport is Malindi (MYD), situated 9.2 mi (14.9 km) away. Watamu might not have many public transit options to choose from so a car rental could be a reasonable alternative to see the area.