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Eco Villas Watamu

3.0 star property

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A thatched-roof building with a central open space, surrounded by a stone pathway and greenery.
A pool area with a thatched-roof structure and lush greenery.
A row of thatched-roof cottages with a well-maintained garden path.
A covered outdoor seating area with stone flooring, wooden furniture, and a thatched roof.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Gede Watamu Road, Watamu, Kilifi County, 80202
  • Place, Watamu Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Mida Creek
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Prawn Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Malindi (MYD)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Patio, Pool View

A room with a bed under a canopy, a wooden door, and a stone floor.

Standard Double Room, Patio, Pool View

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Triple Room, Terrace, Garden View

A room with two beds, each with a canopy. There are two nightstands and a bench. The room has a green wall and a patterned carpet.

Triple Room, Terrace, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Villa, Terrace, Pool View

A room with a bed, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a door.

Family Villa, Terrace, Pool View

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Twin Room, Terrace, Garden View

A room with two beds, each with a canopy. There are two nightstands and a bench. The room has a green wall and a patterned carpet.

Twin Room, Terrace, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Watamu

Eco Villas Watamu places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Watamu Beach and Mida Creek. This 3-star lodge has 4 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Watamu Beach - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Mida Creek - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Prawn Lake - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Ruins of Gedi - 13 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Malindi Beach - 25 min drive - 15.6 miles

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Willy Beach Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Amici Miei Pastries Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪7 Vizi Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Non Solo Gelato Blue Moon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wasafi Swahili Dishes - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Eco Villas Watamu

Guests of Eco Villas Watamu enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and an arcade/game room. There's free parking and an airport shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours/tickets and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls and pet-sitting services. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Balconies and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities. Change of bedsheets is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle available
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: KES 10 for adults and KES 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Echo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for KES 5 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately KES 10 for adults and KES 5 for children
  • Pet fee: KES 5 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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: noon
  • Check-out: 10 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. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property accepts cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Echo Villas Watamu Lodge
Echo Villas Lodge
Echo Villas
Echo Villas Watamu
Eco Villas Watamu Lodge
Eco Villas Watamu Watamu
Eco Villas Watamu Lodge Watamu

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Eco Villas Watamu?

Eco Villas Watamu offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Eco Villas Watamu?

As of Jul 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Eco Villas Watamu on Jul 17, 2026 start from $51, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do around Eco Villas Watamu?

This lodge is located in Watamu, close to Watamu Beach, Ruins of Gedi, and Prawn Lake. Mida Creek is also within a driving distance of 1.7 mi.

Is parking available on site at Eco Villas Watamu?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Does Eco Villas Watamu have a casino on the premises?

No, Eco Villas Watamu doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Eco Villas Watamu?

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

Is Eco Villas Watamu good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this lodge, including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Does Eco Villas Watamu have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.

Does Eco Villas Watamu have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Eco Villas Watamu serves breakfast (local cuisine) for a surcharge each morning at Echo.

Will Eco Villas Watamu allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Eco Villas Watamu for a fee of KES 5 per pet, per night. The property also provides pet-sitting services and food and water bowls.

Does Eco Villas Watamu have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this lodge.

How close is the airport from Eco Villas Watamu?

The closest major airport to Eco Villas Watamu is Malindi (MYD), which is 11 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Eco Villas Watamu?

Yes, every guestroom at Eco Villas Watamu comes with a balcony and some offer garden and pool views.

Eco Villas Watamu Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We love Eco Villas

We are students from the UK travelling up the coast of Kenya and absolutely loved our stay at Eco Villas. Juliette was so friendly and welcoming and cooked delicious home-made samosas. We would definitely come again here. All the staff are lovely and happy to help with anything!
The pool
Outside our villa
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Andrzej

Disliked: Staff & service

Electricity unreliable

The property (houses on Easter Side) has big issue with the three-phase power input. Finally, we spent our night without electricity (two basic lamps were provided instead for the room and bathroom). The electric generator was not reliable - lights were blinking all the time. I didn`t want to charge my electric equipment when the generator was used (didn`t want risk damaging items). The breakfast was rather basic. The rest of the experience was OK. It was the only only one property we visited with electric problems on the Coast. We didn`t receive any kind of proposal for refund for that unconvenience. We suggest: before renting make sure you are located in the house on western side of the property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hans Jürg

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Ventilator extrem laut Allgemeiner Zustand der Anlage
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Franck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bon accueil, endroit paisible à l'écart du bruit, jardin reposant et belle piscine. Excellent rapport qualité prix mais petit déjeuner non inclus.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ich kann dieses wunderschöne Paradies jedem empfehlen. Es war das absolute Paradies für uns am Ende unserer Reise durch Kenia. Eine sehr familiäre und innige Beziehung, obwohl wir nur 5 Nächte dort waren. Granny und ihre Tochter und das Personal wie Sophie waren alle sehr gastfreundlich. Das Essen war frisch und lecker, einfach fantastisch. Der Pool, die Zimmer und allgemein die Anlage waren ständig sauber und gepflegt. Eigentlich 5 Sterne ! So etwas Schönes und Warmes haben wir selten gesehen. Asante Sana!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Agnes is a good host and was very kind to us during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top!

Die vielen tollen Bewertungen sind absolut gerechtfertigt! Das Preis /Leistungsverhältnis ist unschlagbar, die Lage ist absolut kein Problem! Ganz besonders hervorzuheben ist die unvergleichliche Gastfreundschaft und die tolle Atmosphäre, Service ist perfekt,es fehlt an nichts! Freunde waren gleichzeitig in einem 3x so teuren 4 Sterne Hotel am Strand und waren enttäuscht. Watamu ist sehr italienisch geprägt, in vielen Unterkünften sind Nicht-Italiener Gäste 2 Klasse. Das Echo Villas ist in jeder Hinsicht absolut 1. Wahl in Watamu, wir würden jederzeit wieder hin obwohl wir sonst eher gehobenere Unterkünfte buchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018