Blue Bay Village

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Blue Bay Village

Water view
Water view
Interior
Garden
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service

Explore the area

View in a map
Off Turtle Bay Rd., P.O. Box 162, Watamu, Kilifi County, 1202-00502
  • Place, Mida Creek
  • Place, Watamu Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Prawn Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Malindi (MYD)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, Sea View

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Traditional Studio Suite

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Watamu

Blue Bay Village places you next to Watamu Beach and within 2 miles (3 km) of Prawn Lake. This 3.5-star hotel has 86 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, a private beach, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Watamu Beach - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Prawn Lake - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Ruins of Gedi - 19 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Malindi Beach - 32 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Marine Park - 34 min drive - 13.8 miles

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gk Palms Bar Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪7 Vizi Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Goshen Cafe & Butchery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Medina Palms restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Amici Miei Pastries Bar - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Blue Bay Village

Beachfront hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Guests staying at Blue Bay Village enjoy access to a private beach, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours/tickets and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include an outdoor tennis court, meeting rooms, and a business center.
Bathrooms have hair dryers and bidets. Balconies or patios, minibars, and desks are other standard amenities.
A private beach and an outdoor tennis court are featured at the hotel. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during April, May, June, and July.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Blue Bay Village Hotel
Blue Bay Village Watamu
Blue Bay Village Hotel Watamu

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Blue Bay Village?

This hotel is located in Watamu, just steps from Watamu Beach. You'll also find Mida Creek and Ruins of Gedi within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Blue Bay Village?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Is there a spa available at Blue Bay Village?

Spa services at the hotel include beach massages.

Does Blue Bay Village feature a casino?

No, Blue Bay Village doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Blue Bay Village?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Blue Bay Village?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar.

Does Blue Bay Village have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Blue Bay Village feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Blue Bay Village serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Blue Bay Village allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Blue Bay Village.

Does Blue Bay Village have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Blue Bay Village?

The closest major airport to Blue Bay Village is Malindi (MYD), which is 12.4 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Blue Bay Village?

Yes, every guestroom at Blue Bay Village comes with a balcony with some featuring sea or garden views.