10 Best Beach Hotels in Watamu

Watamu is a coastal town in Kenya’s Kilifi County. Lined with beautiful beaches, the town is a tourist and vacation hotspot.

Its majestic hotels and vacation homes mirror the enchanting hospitality of the locals. Here are the 10 best hotels in Watamu along the glamorous shores of the Indian Ocean;

 

1. The Hemingways Watamu

1. 1. The Hemingways Watamu is a 5-star hotel that is not only among the best in Kenya’s coastal region but also nationally.
   2. The Hotel sits just beside the beautiful coastline of Watamu in Kilifi County, Kenya.
   3. The ambiance of the beach residence is worth dying for, as it spells out exactly how your vacation should look like.
   4. Like a fairy tale destination, you get to enjoy the fanciest of meals as the beach winds blow you to the highest of sensations.
   5. Hemingways Watamu has beautiful accommodations with rooms giving you a slice of the expansive Indian Ocean view.
   6. The hotel also has Spa services for your relaxation and meditation.
   7. To cap your coastal getaway, Hemingways Watamu has outdoor fishing as you embark on thrilling voyages hunting for the biggest catch.

 

 

 

 

 

Also read: 10 Most Affordable Beach Hotels in Diani

 

 

2. Medina Palms

1. 1. Medina Palms is a palatial hotel at Watamu Beach in Watamu.
   2. Located just 25 kilometers from the Malindi Airport, Medina Palms has an unmatched accommodation experience.
   3. Upon arrival, the breathtaking architecture will sweep your feet. Inside the space are a tropical garden, an indoor swimming pool, and gushing views of the ocean.
   4. Exquisite sunsets in the direction of a distant Tsavo National Park are worth dying for, not to mention meditation sessions at the beach.
   5. Medina Palms has several other offers that include;
      1. 1. Spar
         2. Fitness center
         3. Spacious suites with private entrances
         4. Dining lounge

 

 

 

 

3. Turtle Bay Resort

1. 1. Turtle Bay is one of the best and most famous beach hotels in Watamu.
   2. It is located along Turtle Bay Road in Watamu, right at the edge of the famous Watamu Marine National Park and Reserve.
   3. The resort shares the Turtle Bay Road address with other top hotels including Hemingways Watamu and Medina Palms.
   4. Turtle Bay Resort is an all-inclusive hotel on the shores of the Indian Ocean.
   5. It has the following facilities and attractions;
      1. 1. Outdoor swimming pools
         2. The nearby 420 square km of the Arabuko-Sokoke Forest
         3. A dive center within the Hotel grounds complete with instructors and guides.
         4. Whale watching. The Humpback whales’ migration peaks every July and September, sending visitors on Sea Safaris.
         5. Family hotel
         6. Conferencing
   6. Click here for the Turtle Bay Resort Facebook page.

 

 

 

 

4. Blue Bay Village

1. 1. Blue Bay Village is an exquisite hotel at Watamu Beach in Watamu.
   2. Located less than 30  kilometers from the Malindi Airport, Blue Bay Village has an unmatched accommodation experience.
   3. The Blue Bay Village features 89 comfortable rooms and villas all with a private balcony overlooking the beautiful charming garden and ocean.
   4. Blue Bay Village has the following facilities and attractions;
      1. 1. Outdoor swimming pools
         2. Garden
         3. Shared lounge and terrace
         4. Private beach area
   5. Click here to visit the Blue Bay Village website.

 

 

 

5. Barracuda Inn Resort

1. 1. Barracuda Inn is another fantastic alternative found along Watamu Beach.
   2. The facility is equipped with modern amenities designed to give visitors a pleasantly memorable experience.
   3. Barracuda Inn Resort Watamu has the following amenities;
      1. 1. A swimming pool with sun lounges
         2. Hot tub
         3. Restaurant and Bar
         4. Free Wi-Fi
         5. Spacious suites
   4. Click here to visit the Barracuda Inn website.

 

 

 

 

6. Nyumba Tulivu

1. 1. Nyumba Tulivu is a cozy property located just 400 meters from the beach in Watamu.
   2. Nyumba Tulivu provides accommodation with the following facilities;
      1. 1. Outdoor swimming pool
         2. Private parking
         3. Free Wi-Fi
         4. Fully equipped kitchen with a fridges and ovens
         5. Private bathroom
         6.  Some of the units have balconies with sea views.
   3. You can also go skiing from the hotel. You can as well visit the Bio-Ken Snake Farm nearby.

 

 

7. Jacaranda Beach Resort

1. 1. 1. Jacaranda Beach Resort is a palatial vacation spot situated along the sandy beaches of Watamu.
      2. The hotel is tucked inside the embrace of majestic palm trees that line the beach.
      3. Jacaranda Beach Resort has the following facilities for visitors;
         1. 1. 1.  3 outdoor swimming pools
               2. Fitness center
               3. Spa
      4. Click here to visit the Jacaranda Beach Resort Website.

 

 

 

 

8. White Villa – Paparemo Beach

1. 1. White Villa – Paparemo Beach is a cozy property located along the Watamu coastline.
   2. White Villa – Paparemo Beach provides accommodation with the following facilities;
      1. 1. Indoor swimming pool
         2. Private parking
         3. Free Wi-Fi
         4. Fully equipped kitchen with a fridges and ovens
         5. Private bathroom
         6. Hot tub
         7.  Some of the units have balconies with sea views.
   3. You can also go skiing from the hotel. You can also visit the Arabuko-Sokoke Forest a few kilometers.

 

 

 

9. Penthouse on the Beach – Watamu

1. 1. Penthouse on the Beach – Watamu is a beachfront hotel in Watamu.
   2. Penthouse on the Beach – Watamu provides accommodation with the following facilities;
      1. 1. Indoor swimming pool
         2. Private parking
         3. Free Wi-Fi
         4. Fully equipped kitchen with a fridges and ovens
         5. Private bathroom
         6. Hot tub
         7.  Some of the units have balconies with sea views.
   3. The Arabuko-Sokoke coastal lowland Forest is a few kilometers away from the Penthouse on the Beach – Watamu.

 

 

 

 

Also read: 10 Most Affordable Beach Hotels in Mombasa

 

 

10. Mwanana House

1. 1. 1. Located just 500 meters from the renowned Watamu Marine National Park and Reserve, Mwanana House is a serene hotel.
      2. Mwanana House provides accommodation with the following facilities;
         1. 1. Indoor swimming pool
            2. Private parking
            3. Free Wi-Fi
            4. Fully equipped kitchen with a fridges and ovens
            5. Private bathroom
            6. Hot tub
            7.  Some of the units have balconies with sea views.
      3. Mwanana House is also one of the most pocket-friendly high-end hotels you can find around Watamu.