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Boasting lake views, Mida Creek Nature Camp features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a bar, around 12 km from Watamu National Marine Park. This campground provides free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace.

The closeness with the nature is super, and it is a very nice place to stay to experience something different than a basic hotel. Also the kindness of the owner is making the stay even more enjoyable. And last but not least, the breakfast is excellent

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9.3
Superb
124 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

Located in Watamu, 700 metres from Watamu Bay Beach, Rafiki Jua Resort provides accommodation with an infinity pool, free private parking and a garden. The air-conditioned accommodation is 700 metres from Papa Remo Beach. Bio-Ken Snake Farm is 1.7 km away and Malindi Marine National Park is 18 km from the villa.

The staff at the resort were incredibly friendly and helpful, always going above and beyond to make sure our stay was comfortable and enjoyable.The rooms were spacious, clean, and well-equipped with all the necessary amenities, and I especially appreciated the comfortable beds and pillows. The highlight for me was definitely the food - the resort has several on-site chefs that served us a variety of local cuisines, and every dish I tried was absolutely delicious. The resort also offered a range of activities and excursions for guests to enjoy, including snorkeling, diving,dhow rides,There is truly something for everyone here, whether you're looking for a relaxing beach vacation or an adventure-filled getaway. Overall, I highly recommend Rafiki Jua to anyone looking for a memorable stay in Watamu. The combination of stunning natural scenery, excellent service, and fantastic food make it a top-notch resort that I can't wait to visit again. 👌🌊🏊‍♀️🌴🍽️

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9.8
Exceptional
18 reviews
Price from
£73
per night

Located in Watamu, Cacuki Boutique House provides accommodation with a private pool, a patio and pool views. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and full-day security for guests.

Location was good, although not very close to the beach. The close proximity to the swimming pool made an attractive alternative. A social and friendly environment, staff were extremely helpful.

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9
Superb
7 reviews
Price from
£72
per night

Boasting accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a patio, Manasha Apartment 1 is set in Watamu. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Mapango Beach is 2.2 km away and Watamu National Marine Park is 24 km from the apartment.

"I recently stayed with my family at Manasha apartments and I was thoroughly impressed with my experience. The apartment proximity to the beach was a definite highlight, allowing for easy access to the beautiful coastline. The rooms were not only clean but also spacious, providing a comfortable and relaxing environment throughout our stay. The manasha service was exemplary, with courteous and attentive staff who went above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay. Additionally, the amenities offered were excellent, further enhancing the overall experience. I highly recommend Manasha Apartments to anyone looking for a delightful beachside retre at."

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10
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
£65
per night

Offering garden views, Nyuso za Afrika is an accommodation set in Watamu, 700 metres from Watamu Bay Beach and 700 metres from Papa Remo Beach. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. Guests can book themselves in for fitness classes or yoga classes.

The house is beautiful, well decorated and fully functional. The host Margherita and the staff were very kind and helpful. The homemade breakfast was super tasty and the pool a nice touch.

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9.2
Superb
6 reviews
Price from
£47
per night

Situated in Watamu, Linda's Little Lincoln features accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. The property has garden and city views, and is 300 metres from Mapango Beach. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

Very beautiful house that is well situated and accessible to lots of activities around Watamu. The host was super good and made us feel at home while at the house. Will definitely be back soon😎💯

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9.1
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
£72
per night

Offering a garden and sea view, Nyumba ya Afrika is set in Watamu, 1.4 km from Papa Remo Beach and 1.9 km from Watamu Bay Beach. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, full-day security and currency exchange for guests.

The walking distance from the beach and restaurants, the kindness of the staff, the excellent breakfast, the peaceful ambiance

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9.2
Superb
23 reviews
Price from
£78
per night

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, garden view and a balcony, Nadia&Ale House - Maisha Resort is situated in Watamu. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service.

The villa features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a fridge, a washing machine and 2 bathrooms with a hair dryer. The villa offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service.

A fairytale day! Upon arrival we were greeted by smiling staff who escorted us to our second floor apartment. Here we found ourselves on a huge balcony, where we then dined with a view of the pool and the starry sky. The apartment was perfect: clean and with a nice flower arrangement on the bed to welcome us. The location is fantastic: just cross the road to get to one of the most beautiful beaches in Watamu and in less than 5 minutes by motorbike or 15 on foot from the city center. In the staff there was even a cook, that based on our choice, made us a typical and cheap local dinner. To end our night we had a swim in the pool looking at the stars...a very special moment. We can only recommend Nadia & Ale house to everyone to be spoiled in a fabulous location.

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9.5
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
£40
per night

Featuring a private beach area and views of pool, Beba.Beach.House is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Watamu, 1.7 km from Jacaranda Bay Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation provides full-day security, room service and currency exchange for guests.

We had an amazing stay at Beba’s beach house and particularly enjoyed the beauty of the house, the availability of the host, the cosiness of the room and the balcony, the generous and tasty breakfast with ocean view, the two friendly dogs and the access to the private beach of course. Beba helped us organizing a blue safari to see dolphins and to do snorkeling, which was amazing! You can also have lunch and diner at the property and the food was good! Thank you Beba, looking forward to coming back.

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9.3
Superb
43 reviews
Price from
£86
per night

Situated in Watamu, 800 metres from Papa Remo Beach and 2 km from Watamu Bay Beach, Luxury Simba House in Watamu [ ☆☆☆☆☆ ] offers an outdoor swimming pool and air conditioning. The property is around 25 km from Watamu National Marine Park, 3 km from Bio-Ken Snake Farm and 17 km from Malindi Marine National Park. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, full-day security and free WiFi.

Very engaging hosts, and beautiful pool and house. Easy to get around, and just a short walk from most wonderful beach. Highly recommendable.

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9.6
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
£88
per night

Most booked holiday rentals in Watamu this month

Enjoy breakfast in Watamu!

  • Mida Creek Nature Camp
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 124 reviews

    Boasting lake views, Mida Creek Nature Camp features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a bar, around 12 km from Watamu National Marine Park.

    The rooms are very comfortable, the food is AMAZING, and the staff is super sweet and helpful!

  • Rafiki Jua Resort
    Breakfast options
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 17 reviews

    Located in Watamu, 700 metres from Watamu Bay Beach, Rafiki Jua Resort provides accommodation with an infinity pool, free private parking and a garden.

    New resort and kind staff always ready to help you with any request

  • Nyuso za Afrika
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 6 reviews

    Offering garden views, Nyuso za Afrika is an accommodation set in Watamu, 700 metres from Watamu Bay Beach and 700 metres from Papa Remo Beach.

    Rooms are very clean & spacious The pool was amazing The house is fairly priced

  • Nyumba ya Afrika
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 23 reviews

    Offering a garden and sea view, Nyumba ya Afrika is set in Watamu, 1.4 km from Papa Remo Beach and 1.9 km from Watamu Bay Beach.

    Very friendly staff, excellent location, good facilities

  • Beba.Beach.House
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 43 reviews

    Featuring a private beach area and views of pool, Beba.Beach.House is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Watamu, 1.7 km from Jacaranda Bay Beach.

    Polite staff, beautiful rooms, privacy, close to the beach.

  • Watamu Eco Villas
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 32 reviews

    Set 2.5 km from Watamu Bay Beach, Watamu Eco Villas offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as pool with a view and a garden.

    Accoglienza e gentilezza dello staff Ambiente super piacevole

  • HUHURU House
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 51 reviews

    Situated in Watamu, HUHURU House features accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

    A paradise.... and the host Laurence is fantastic!

  • Rock and Sea Resort
    Breakfast options
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 38 reviews

    Set in Watamu in the Coast Region Region, 900 metres from Short Beach (Watamu Marine Park), Rock and Sea Resort features a private beach area and water sports facilities.

    Amazing property, exceptional service, best experience ever

These holiday rentals in Watamu have options with FREE cancellation

  • Manasha Apartment 1
    Free cancellation options available
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Boasting accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a patio, Manasha Apartment 1 is set in Watamu. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

  • Linda's Little Lincoln
    Free cancellation options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 8 reviews

    Situated in Watamu, Linda's Little Lincoln features accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

  • Swami Zazu - Maisha Resort
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 27 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a balcony, Swami Zazu - Maisha Resort is set in Watamu.

    The food was amazing, the staff was friendly we enjoyed our stay

  • Paka House-Rafiki Village
    Free cancellation options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews

    Set in Watamu, Paka House-Rafiki Village offers accommodation with a private pool, a balcony and pool views. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Location is good, very helpful staff and the owner was easy to communicate to.

  • Bamba Kofi Tented Camp
    Free cancellation options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 149 reviews

    With garden views, Bamba Kofi Tented Camp is situated in Watamu and has a restaurant, a shared kitchen, bar, garden, sun terrace and picnic area.

    Beautiful location Benjamin was very helpful and accommodating

  • Mvuvi Lodge
    Free cancellation options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 170 reviews

    Mvuvi is a cosy lodge located in the coastal town of Watamu. The white sand beach is a 200 meter walk from the property.

    It's located in a perfect place and friendly staff.

  • Linda's Little Lincoln
    Free cancellation options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 11 reviews

    Featuring a garden, private pool and pool views, Linda's Little Lincoln is located in Watamu. The property has garden and city views, and is a few steps from Mapango Beach.

    Beautiful place and private pool. Secluded. Home is very nice.

  • Delicious House, Watamu 2-bedroom with own compound free parking and wifi
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 17 reviews

    Located just 2.2 km from Watamu Bay Beach, Delicious House, Watamu 2-bedroom with own compound free parking and wifi offers accommodation in Watamu with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as...

    Casa molto grande ad uso esclusivo immersa nel verde

Highly rated holiday rentals in Watamu

  • Bingo House Watamu, A Modern 5-Bedroom Villa with Pool, A Kids Heaven
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 6 reviews

    Featuring accommodation with a balcony, Bingo House Watamu, A Modern 5-Bedroom Villa with Pool, A Kids Heaven is located in Watamu.

    The facility is fantastic, the staff were excellent and the meals were great.

  • Watamu Beach Cottages B&B
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 129 reviews

    Situated right on the beach in Watamu in the Coast Region Region, 3.5 km from Watamu National Marine Park, Watamu Beach Cottages B&B features a year-round outdoor pool, barbecue and sun terrace.

    The ambience, the location, the kindness of the staff.

  • Marion's incredible 2 bedroom apartment
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 8 reviews

    Marion's incredible 2 bedroom apartment is located in Watamu, 800 metres from Mapango Beach, 1.2 km from Watamu Bay Beach, and 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park.

    Good place to stay friendly services and very clean

  • Marion's incredible 1 bedroom apartment
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 19 reviews

    Marion's incredible 1 bedroom apartment is located in Watamu, 800 metres from Turtle Bay Beach, 800 metres from Mapango Beach, as well as 1.2 km from Watamu Bay Beach.

    Es war sehr geräumig. Alle Geschäfte waren in der Nähe

  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 59 reviews

    Situated just 400 metres from Watamu Bay Beach, Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort provides accommodation in Watamu with access to an infinity pool, a garden, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

    Great location, clean rooms, great hosts, great pool

  • Rischland Villas
    8.0+ review score
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 26 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, garden view and a balcony, Rischland Villas is situated in Watamu.

    Katana was very courteous and polite throughout our stay.

  • 2 Bedroom Mangrove Cottage with Private Pool
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 32 reviews

    Set in Watamu, 2 Bedroom Mangrove Cottage with Private Pool offers accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

    Early check-in, privacy, cleanliness and serene night

  • Blue Bay Cove, Penthouse 4
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 32 reviews

    Set in Watamu, Blue Bay Cove, Penthouse 4 offers accommodation with a private pool, a patio and sea views. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    nice spacious apartment with all amenities needed for a group.

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Holiday rentals that guests love in Watamu

  • Avg. price/night: £91.62
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 50 reviews
    We had a great time in Villa Isla, spending most of our time at the pool. Juma, our host was amazing and always there when we needed assistance of any sorts. The house was cozy which we really enjoyed.
    Mercy
    People with friends
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews
    Although unconventionally located, it didn't detract from this amazing stay at all. The staff very friendly, helpful, kind and ready to fulfill your last wish. The villa is amply equipped with everything you may need during your stay. Including reliable wi-fi connection, Netflix etc. It's a quiet location within easy reach of the beach as well as restaurants, shops, banks too. I definitely recommend this accommodation!
    Radim
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £47.40
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 6 reviews
    The Villa Yasmin was very beautiful, spacious and with contemporary finishes. I appreciated the staff's warmth and mini garden in the front yard. The kitchen was fully stocked which makes long term stay much easier.
    Melissa
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £43.14
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 26 reviews
    It is very good villas in the middle of Watamu. 5 minutes by walk from the closest beach. There are market and restoraunts around. The host is very friendly. Apartments are big, clean and they have everything for long staying. The territory is green, the pool is small, but clean
    Nadezda
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £54.68
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 75 reviews
    Nice villa. The pool was great on the hot days. Upstairs open area was a great place to relax and read. Bed was comfortable and it was good to have air conditioning in the bedroom. Having a kitchen is good.
    Steve
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £48.76
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 129 reviews
    Location can't be beat : the sandbar is practically behind the accomodation, with a direct path to the (best) beach. The plot is big, so it's really nice to wander around all the plants and little paths. The double room we had was lovely, with view on the outside. Shout-out to the wonderful team who cooked amazing food for us and taught us Swahili. Very nice village close by, next to F-cafe, and good local food around. We had the best best time !
    Jen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £95.60
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 43 reviews
    The villa is beautiful. We got the two rooms at the first floor. They were spacious, clean and lovely. A lot of privacy and great views of the ocean. It is right at the beach front and it’s beautiful. The host Beba was very helpful and welcoming, the staff especially James and Penina were lovely.
    Jemimah
    Solo traveller
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 87 reviews
    Very spacious 2 bedroom villa. Amazing swimming pool and great environment. Franklin was a great host.
    Theo
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £24.70
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 73 reviews
    Great villa, great host, easy to meet other travellers, home feeling
    Mark
    Solo traveller
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 87 reviews
    Franklin the caretaker and BD the chef did a wonderful job of looking after us The Villa,location surroundings,all breath taking
    Aniza
    Family with young children