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Turtle Bay Beach Club

3.0 star property
Beachfront, with outdoor pool

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Photo gallery for Turtle Bay Beach Club

On the beach, beach towels
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
On the beach, beach towels
Terrace/patio
In-room safe, free WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Mida Creek Road, Watamu, 80202
  • Watamu Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Prawn Lake
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Mida Creek
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Malindi (MYD)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Superior Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Double Room Single Use

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room Single Use | In-room safe, free WiFi

Superior Double Room Single Use

  • 215 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Watamu

Turtle Bay Beach Club places you within a 10-minute stroll of Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake. This 145-room, 3-star resort has 3 restaurants along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Watamu Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Prawn Lake - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mida Creek - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Ruins of Gedi - 15 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Malindi Beach - 46 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪PilliPan - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Licht Haus - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casa Tex Mex - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Papa Remo Ristorante - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪crab shack - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Turtle Bay Beach Club

Beachfront, with outdoor pool
Guests of Turtle Bay Beach Club have access to an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for KES 4500 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this beach resort include a hot tub, a library, and free newspapers.
Plasma TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers and safes are also standard. Housekeeping is not available.
An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site.

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

Languages

English, German, Italian, Swahili

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: KES 4500 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: noon—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:00 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 (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. 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.
  • 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 credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Turtle Bay Beach Club?

Turtle Bay Beach Club provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Turtle Bay Beach Club?

As of May 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Turtle Bay Beach Club on May 11, 2025 start from $213.56, excluding 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's there to do within easy reach of Turtle Bay Beach Club?

This resort in Watamu is within a 10-minute walk of Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake. You'll also find Mida Creek and Ruins of Gedi within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Turtle Bay Beach Club?

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

Is there a spa at Turtle Bay Beach Club?

Spa services at the resort include mani/pedis.

Does Turtle Bay Beach Club have a casino on the premises?

No, Turtle Bay Beach Club doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Turtle Bay Beach Club?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

Is Turtle Bay Beach Club a good place to stay for couples?

This beachfront resort offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, 3 bars, and 3 restaurants.

Does Turtle Bay Beach Club have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this resort.

Does Turtle Bay Beach Club feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Turtle Bay Beach Club doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Turtle Bay Beach Club allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Turtle Bay Beach Club.

Does Turtle Bay Beach Club have connecting rooms?

No, this resort doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Turtle Bay Beach Club?

The closest major airport to Turtle Bay Beach Club is Malindi (MYD), which is 12.8 mi away (27 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Turtle Bay Beach Club?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Turtle Bay Beach Club.

Does Turtle Bay Beach Club offer wedding services?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Turtle Bay Beach Club.

Turtle Bay Beach Club Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 84 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Austine

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

Amazing

Amazing place, children friendly, clean, good food and rooms with great views
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

salvo

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

Watamu nel cuore

Abbiamo soggiornato 4giorni nel resort. Il personale è molto cortese e competente, la struttura bella e affacciata sul mare (strepitoso). Le camere grandi e comode, probabilmente una rinfrescatina alla struttura renderebbe tutto perfetto!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

VISHAL

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff get 12 out 10. Choice of different items in buffet are amazing. This is a 4* and they had king prawns on dinner menu on 21st december with the lower rates before Christmas. We are writing this review from a 5* hotel in malindi owned by a large italian chain on christmas eve and there is no dreams of having prawns on menu. Hands down an amazing experience. Only downside is the general cleanliness. The loos near the pool stink really bad
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Turtle Bay Beach Resort appears to have had some upgrades since our last visit in 2023. There is fresh paint in many places, the ping pong table has been restored and new paddles are available to use. The food remains good, though not exceptional and there is sufficient variety for most tastes. The all-inclusive alcoholic drinks remain dismal due to the use of bottom end ultra-cheap alcohol requiring the consumption of multiple drinks to better enjoy your vacation. This is despite asking for stronger drinks time and time again. End result, a full belly of juice and not as much relaxation as desired. The only other downside remains the "available" WiFi. I walked all the common areas one day and tested the WiFi download speeds. This included poolside, up at reception, in our room. I'm sorry to report that there was no location that had a download speed in excess of 1mb/second, many locations such as our room had no WiFi whatsoever. In this modern era, this is unacceptable for guests who want to stream a movie at night for their kids. Turtle Bay, it's time to spend the money to upgrade your internet service!! We were pulling a strong signal in our room from nearby Medina Palms resort and no signal from Turtle Bay! Overall, Turtle Bay remains a reliable location to relax and not worry about added fees, but it remains in need of upgrades to remain competitive. Cheaper prices will only go so far before the lack of quality becomes more important than the savings. Tom
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Pamela

4/10 Poor

Rishi

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Pamela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is our second time visiting Turtle Bay. We like the staff and their dedication to the environment and community. However the rooms are in need of updating mattresses, bathroom and decorations. Also the music is played late into the night til 12:00am.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Guest L36

Air conditioning didn’t work, the food was very average, bed was very uncomfortable, the room was firstly when I arrived. The staff we’re constantly trying to over charge. Overall a bad experience
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are what make the place. They will go above and beyond for you! It’s also beautiful! The rooms are clean and quiet. Not the fanciest hotel in the world but comfortable and comforting. Nothing left to be desired.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

heather

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool. Excellent service.

10/10 Excellent

heather

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food was great and the staff hospitality excellent. The pool was wonderful.

4/10 Poor

Abbas

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Average Place .

Overall an average experience staying at this hotel Positives - Friendly Welcoming Staff - Quality of the food was very good - Pool areas are very nice Negatives - Rooms are dated and need a refurb - Not enough Power points in the room - Checkout time says 11 on Hotels.com booking but it was 10am - Shoes went missing from the hotel room. The hotel were not very interested to look into why this had happened.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Luc, New York

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff attitude & very good all inclusive meals. Good size swimming pools. Good beachfront location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent vacation facility
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

jean noel

Traveled with family
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The service was impeccable. I would like to thank Damien for his hospitality. We loved Turtle Bay Resort. We shall return for our next holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice choices: 2 pools (1 adults only); private beach area with chaises longes/thatch umbrellas; buffet each meal but you could get “snack”(burger/fries, fish n chips) any time plus there’s a separate pizza/pasta café. Scenic beach area with a turtle shaped rock; tide pools/coral to explore right there. Nice beach but really needs constant maintenance to clear the dead seaweed away. Beach covered with seaweed every day I was there (7 days), strewn with trash.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022