A sandy beach with clear water, a distant shoreline with buildings, and a partly cloudy sky.

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Our top choices for Watamu resorts

4 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas

The ONE

The ONE
4.0 star property
Watamu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (14 reviews)
"Staff 10/10, reservation platform is scam, i booked rooms with breakfast. At hotel without Breakfast, scan"
United States
BISHARO MOHAMED
The price is ￥11,715
￥13,823 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
The ONE
Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm
3.0 star property
Watamu
5.8 out of 10, (6 reviews)
"AVOID, stay away! Firstly the location is wrong, 30 USD to get to the next town by taxi. The Road to the hotel is terrible, extremely bumpy. Beds are hard. This is not a four star hotel. Food is bad. Save your money, go somewhere else."
South Africa
Valene
The price is ￥16,031
￥31,851 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm
Exterior

Aquarius Club International Resort

Aquarius Club International Resort
4.0 star property
Watamu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (23 reviews)
"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"
United States
Ronny
The price is ￥11,726
￥13,879 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Aquarius Club International Resort
Outdoor pool

Sun Palm Beach Resort

Sun Palm Beach Resort
4.5 star property
Watamu
7.4 out of 10, Good, (39 reviews)
"The room is beautiful and the staff is very kind and friendly "
United States
Garry
The price is ￥23,430
￥27,648 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Sun Palm Beach Resort
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Turtle Bay Beach Club

Turtle Bay Beach Club
3.0 star property
Watamu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (102 reviews)
"The room was as promised and clean. The food and drinks were very good and staff was very friendly and helpful. I would definitely return and recommend this resort. "
United States
Brenda
Turtle Bay Beach Club
Front of property

Mesite Classic Resort, Kilifi

Mesite Classic Resort, Kilifi
2.0 star property
Kilifi
The price is ￥6,166
￥7,276 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Mesite Classic Resort, Kilifi
Aerial view

Diamonds Malindi

Diamonds Malindi
5.0 star property
Malindi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (30 reviews)
"Clean, wonderful place!!"
United States
Jeff
The price is ￥24,987
￥39,804 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 24 - Jul 25
Diamonds Malindi
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Top Watamu Hotel Reviews

Visiwa Beach Resort

Visiwa Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Great!"
Tamima 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Visiwa Beach Resort

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Watamu Resorts information

Number of reviews
112
Accommodation
12 Resorts
Lowest Price
￥7,276
Highest Price
￥39,804

Frequently asked questions

What is Watamu like for a resort vacation?
Dreaming of a relaxing getaway? Indulge in all the comforts of a resort, where you can find everything you want for your trip from convenient dining options to entertainment and shopping. Check out the 11 resorts in Watamu and discover the best one for you, whether you envision yourself kicking back in a luxury suite or hitting the golf course for an afternoon game.
What's the best resort in Watamu?
Aquarius Club International Resort - Beach resort, 5-minute walk from Watamu Beach. Features 2 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and a health club. The ONE - Beach resort. Has 4 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and 2 poolside bars. Turtle Bay Beach Club - All-inclusive resort, 10-minute walk from Watamu Beach. Enjoy the 3 restaurants, 3 bars, and children's pool. Sun Palm Beach Resort - Luxury resort. Amenities include 2 restaurants, a private beach, and a children's pool. Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm - Beach resort, 10-minute walk from Watamu Beach. Access to a private beach, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a children's pool.
How many hotel resorts are there in Watamu?
Take your pick from Expedia's 11 resort hotels in Watamu where you'll find great entertainment, beautiful guest rooms, and more.
What can I do in Watamu?
Watamu Beach, Ruins of Gedi, and Mida Creek are a few of the interesting sights to visit. In the area, other attractions include Prawn Lake and Silversands Beach.
What's the weather like 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's the best way to get to and around Watamu?
Fly into Malindi (MYD), which is located 9.2 mi (14.9 km) away from the city center. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.