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Five-Star Hotels in Watamu

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The best five-star hotels in Watamu

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Visiwa Beach Resort

Watamu

Set in Watamu, 50 metres from Watamu Bay Beach, Visiwa Beach Resort offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

M
Maksim Subichev
From
Russia
Probably, the best location in Watamu: clean beach (if you would like to have white sand beach and not the beach covered by dry seaweed) - this is the place. If you like to enter the ocean to swim not stepping on corals but via sand (high tide time for sure :)) - this is the place. The view from the hotel is fantastic. Restaurant is very good. Good wine list. The place to enjoy the life.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 348 reviews
Price from
US$224.15
1 night, 2 adults

Kobe Suite Resort

Watamu

With a tropical garden and and private beach area, Kobe Suite Resort is located in Watamu. The resort has two outdoor pools and can arrange massages on request.

H
Hasfeld
From
Tanzania
Everything was perfect. The staff and the service, the food. Perfect. We'll be back, it's a must.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews
Price from
US$269.70
1 night, 2 adults

Medina Palms

Watamu

Located on Watamu beach, the luxury Medina Palms features unique architecture and a tropical garden, outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and views of the Indian Ocean.

H
Henri
From
Finland
Great staff and good hotel rooms/apartments. Clean surroundings. Good and peaceful location with nice beach area.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
Price from
US$257.40
1 night, 2 adults

Hemingways Watamu

Watamu

Offering a spa and wellness centre, 2 pools surrounded by palm trees, Hemingways Watamu is located on the beachfront of Watamu. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning and free WiFi.

R
Rafiga
From
Thailand
Everything was amazing! It is a beautiful hotel with very kind and helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews
Price from
US$345
1 night, 2 adults

Life Resort St. Thomas Royal Palm

Hotel in Watamu

Facing the beachfront, Life Resort St. Thomas Royal Palm offers 5-star accommodation in Watamu and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private beach area.

L
Long
From
Zimbabwe
Beautiful setting, peaceful and out of the hustle and bustle but easy enough to arrange taxis to the nearest towns. The staff were amazing, friendly, helpful and just a pleasure to be around.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$114.50
1 night, 2 adults

Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa

Malindi (Near Watamu)

Located in Malindi, 800 metres from Tropical Beach, Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre.

C
Charlene
From
South Africa
The place was super clean, the staff were amazing and friendly. Overall a very good experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews
Price from
US$192.06
1 night, 2 adults

Q Boutique Resort Malindi

Malindi (Near Watamu)

Q Boutique Resort Malindi has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Malindi. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor pool.

R
Rares
From
Romania
An unforgettable stay! The room was spotless and beautifully designed, the food was absolutely delicious, and the staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Q Boutique Resort is a true gem in Malindi, we can’t wait to come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews
Price from
US$100
1 night, 2 adults

Billionaire Beachfront Apartments

Malindi (Near Watamu)

Facing the beachfront, Billionaire Beachfront Apartments offers 5-star accommodation in Malindi and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden.

G
Giles
From
Jersey
Perfect, white minimalist decor but comfortable expansive apartment easily 100m2 plus interior space with kitchen, lounge, bedroom and en suite bathroom and 40m2 private balcony overlooking palms, pool, beach and sea. Fabulous food.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews
Price from
US$460.35
1 night, 2 adults

The Kasa Malindi

Malindi (Near Watamu)

The Kasa - Malindi is a unique luxury destination located on the north coast of Kenya in the town of Malindi and on the shores of the Indian Ocean.

J
Jorge Alexandre
From
Portugal
Good breakfast on request. I highlight the extreme professionalism of the staff and their friendliness. In addition to the good facilities, I highlight the architecture.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews
Price from
US$387
1 night, 2 adults

The Villa Mela, Malindi

Malindi (Near Watamu)

Set in Malindi, 600 metres from Tropical Beach, The Villa Mela, Malindi offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

E
Elias
From
United Kingdom
The staff were very polite and professional. They were there when needed and even if they weren't, they made sure we had everything we needed over night. Very impressed and will surely visit the place again. Thank yoiu Steven and Ngala.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
Price from
US$70
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Avg. price/night: US$330
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews
    Kobe is a beautiful hotel. The location is fabulous, the pool and dining areas so chic. Lovely staff, great food and exceptional service
    Guest review by
    Vicki
    Family with young children