Top 10 Hotels Near Watamu Beach in Watamu for 2026

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A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the sea.

A sandy patio with white chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with turquoise waters and a wooden fence.

A balcony with a glass railing overlooking a tropical garden and the ocean.

1. Kobe Suite Resort

2.5 km from Watamu Beach

Laurie

RM713

RM842 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and overlooking the ocean.

A room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan. There are arched windows and a door leading to another room.

A room with a view of a beach and palm trees, featuring a white sofa and a small table.

A spacious living area with a dining table, white chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

2. Medina Palms

Turtle Bay Area, 1.2 km from Watamu Beach

Sean

RM1,249

RM1,474 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A bar area with a view of the sea, wooden furniture, and a thatched roof.

A balcony with white railings, two white chairs with striped cushions, a small table with a bottle and flowers, and a view of the sea with a palm tree and boats.

A resort with a beach, multiple swimming pools, and palm trees.

3. Hemingways Watamu

1.5 km from Watamu Beach

Amy

RM930

RM1,097 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A resort with a pool surrounded by thatched-roof structures, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A beach with white sand, clear turquoise water, and several boats. There are palm trees and beach chairs visible.

A beach view from a covered outdoor seating area with a thatched roof, white cushioned seating, and a view of the ocean with boats.

A lush garden with tall palm trees and a thatched-roof structure.

4. Blue Bay Village

2 km from Watamu Beach

EMMA R

RM707

RM835 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A rustic room with a wooden desk, a mirror, and a view of a tropical landscape through large windows.

A wooden interior with a thatched roof, multiple seating areas, and a view of the outdoors.

A cozy room with a thatched roof, a sofa with cushions, a wooden table with decorative items, and a stone wall.

A pathway leading to a thatched-roof structure surrounded by vibrant bougainvillea and yellow flowers.

5. Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

Turtle Bay Area, 1.6 km from Watamu Beach

kim

RM330

RM389 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear pool, and a tropical setting with palm trees and buildings in the background.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and well-lit pathways.

A reception desk with a sign reading "LION RESORT & SPA".

6. AHG Lion Beach Resort

Watamu Village, 3 km from Watamu Beach

Pacharaporn

RM365

RM430 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

An aerial view of a coastal town with a curving road, clear blue waters, and scattered buildings.

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a wardrobe.

A resort with thatched-roof huts, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden.

7. Watamu Ascot Hotel

Watamu Village, 3.1 km from Watamu Beach

Igor

RM336

RM396 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses, a swimming pool, and a beach.

An aerial view of a coastal resort with clear waters, a sandy beach, and several small islands.

A paved entrance area with a covered structure, palm trees, and a fence.

A large house with a swimming pool, a covered patio, and a thatched-roof building.

8. Watamu Adventist Resort

Watamu Village, 2.7 km from Watamu Beach

RM92

RM108 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A traditional thatched-roof building with a stone pathway leading to a covered entrance.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a wardrobe.

A coastal view with a clear sky, a sandy beach, and a palm tree.

9. The One Watamu Bay

Watamu Village, 2.6 km from Watamu Beach

RM1,091

RM1,287 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, ceiling fans, and large windows allowing natural light.

A spacious outdoor lounge area with multiple seating arrangements, including sofas and chairs, under a covered roof with ceiling fans.

A narrow stone pathway flanked by potted plants and a white wall with a woven door.

10. Paradise Lagoon B&B

Watamu Village, 3.1 km from Watamu Beach

RM184

RM217 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A multi-story building with a swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees and other buildings.

A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a kitchen area.

A room with a bed, a table, and a chair. There is a patterned rug on the floor.

A balcony with a wooden bench and a sofa, a table with a white cloth, and a view of palm trees and greenery.

11. Solana Studio Apartments watamu

Watamu Village, 3.2 km from Watamu Beach

RM531

RM627 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A pool area with a thatched-roof structure, palm trees, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A neatly made bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a wall with a decorative pattern.

A poolside area with outdoor seating and a restaurant in the background.

A courtyard with a pathway, palm trees, and a building with arches.

12. 2 Livu Villas Watamu

Turtle Bay Area, 1 km from Watamu Beach

RM441

RM521 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A thatched-roof bungalow with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

An aerial view of a thatched-roof structure with outdoor seating and a stone-paved area.

A living room with a sofa, a small table, a cabinet, and a vase with blue feathers.

An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, a bar with stools, and hanging wicker lamps.

13. SAFFRON GARDEN MALINDI

23 km from Watamu Beach

Julia

RM285

RM336 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A large, open-air structure with a glass ceiling, a swimming pool in front, and a mountainous backdrop.

A table set for a formal dinner with candles, glasses, and flowers.

A modern living room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large framed artwork of a lion's face.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a decorative headboard, and a view through a sliding glass door.

14. Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa

19.1 km from Watamu Beach

Chandrika

RM729

RM860 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a beach area with palm trees.

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, beach, and palm trees.

A beach with palm trees, thatched-roof huts, and lounge chairs.

A wooden deck with yellow cushions and a view of turquoise waters.

15. Diamonds Malindi

20.4 km from Watamu Beach

Lloyd

RM461

RM734 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A poolside area with thatched-roof structures, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A beach with a large rock formation and clear blue sky.

A wooden structure with a thatched roof, surrounded by palm trees and a sandy area.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a bench, a window with curtains, and a view of the sea.

16. The Charming Lonno Lodge

6.5 km from Watamu Beach

EUAN

RM1,278

RM1,508 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

17. Visiwa Beach Resort

4.2 km from Watamu Beach

Jeffrey

RM686

RM809 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious, open-plan living area with a high ceiling and a thatched roof. There are multiple seating areas, including a sofa set and a wooden bench. The space is well-lit with natural light and features a large window overlooking a garden.

A pathway leading to a seating area with palm trees and a pond.

A pool area with a thatched roof, potted plants, and outdoor seating.

A spacious room with a large wooden dining table, white chairs, and a cozy seating area with a sofa and chairs.

18. The Lawford Kenya

22.1 km from Watamu Beach

Rupert

RM325

RM384 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A thatched-roof building with a central open space, surrounded by a stone pathway and greenery.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A row of thatched-roof cottages with a well-maintained garden path.

A pool area with a thatched-roof structure and lush greenery.

19. Eco Villas Watamu

3.9 km from Watamu Beach

Maya

RM217

RM256 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A beach with palm trees, a thatched hut, and wooden lounge chairs.

A beachside seating area with wooden chairs and a wooden structure, overlooking the ocean.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

An outdoor dining area with round tables and chairs, a thatched roof, and stone flooring.

20. Kilili Baharini Resort & Spa

20.2 km from Watamu Beach

Kevin

RM813

RM960 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Watamu Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Kobe Suite Resort	9.6 Exceptional 33 reviews	View
Medina Palms	9.6 Exceptional 45 reviews	View
Hemingways Watamu	9.2 Wonderful 75 reviews	View
Blue Bay Village	9.4 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
Mvuvi Lodge Watamu	8.0 Very good 5 reviews	View

Top Watamu Beach Hotel Reviews

Turtle Bay Beach Club

8/10 Good

"Had a fantastic stay at Turtle Beach. The room was clean, but very hard beds. The food was varied with multiple options for every meal. The staff was friendly and helpful, but it was frustrating the number that asked about jobs in Canada and offering private tours. I would definitely stay again and recommend to others"

Hemingways Watamu

10/10 Excellent

"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."

AHG Lion Beach Resort

8/10 Good

"Worth the money. Food and drinks are pretty good too."

Medina Palms

10/10 Excellent

"Good hotel!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

Watamu Ascot Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, friendly staff, nice pool"

Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

10/10 Excellent

"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!"

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"

Kasa Tatu Villas, Watamu

10/10 Excellent

"This extraordinary property is a five star experience you should not miss. You are off the main road and close to a pristine beach. The villa has superb amenities and a warm and welcoming host. You have complete privacy if you want it, but we chose the option of a personal chef for the week and it was a wise decision. She was a talented cook who accommodated all our requests with great skill. The property is new and extremely modern, with comfort and convenience emphasized. We cannot wait to return!"

Blue Bay Village

10/10 Excellent

"Staff are amazing. Very thoughtful and helpful. Wonderful food"

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Mida Creek

9.0/10 (30 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mida Creek during your travels in Watamu. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Prawn Lake

8.2/10 (13 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Prawn Lake during your travels in Watamu. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Ruins of Gedi

8.8/10 (28 reviews)

Find out about the history of Watamu when you spend time at Ruins of Gedi. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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Marine Park

8.6/10 (28 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Marine Park during your travels in Malindi? Discover the area's art scene and spas.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Watamu Beach?

Watamu Beach is located in Watamu. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 22 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Watamu Beach?

Adjacent to Watamu Beach, Garoda Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include Hemingways Watamu and Medina Palms.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Watamu Beach?

Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Watamu Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Watamu Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Watamu Beach.

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Our top choices for Watamu Beach hotels

1. Kobe Suite Resort

2. Medina Palms

3. Hemingways Watamu

4. Blue Bay Village

5. Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

6. AHG Lion Beach Resort

7. Watamu Ascot Hotel

8. Watamu Adventist Resort

9. The One Watamu Bay

10. Paradise Lagoon B&B

11. Solana Studio Apartments watamu

12. 2 Livu Villas Watamu

13. SAFFRON GARDEN MALINDI

14. Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa

15. Diamonds Malindi

16. The Charming Lonno Lodge

17. Visiwa Beach Resort

18. The Lawford Kenya

19. Eco Villas Watamu

20. Kilili Baharini Resort & Spa

Compare popular hotels close to Watamu Beach

Top Watamu Beach Hotel Reviews

Turtle Bay Beach Club

Hemingways Watamu

AHG Lion Beach Resort

Medina Palms

Watamu Ascot Hotel

Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

Aquarius Club International Resort

Kasa Tatu Villas, Watamu

Blue Bay Village

Other attractions near Watamu Beach

Mida Creek

Prawn Lake

Ruins of Gedi

Marine Park

Frequently asked questions