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Villas Watamu Resort

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar, individually furnished
Property grounds
Bar (on property)
Property grounds

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Turtle Bay Road Plot 546, Watamu, 80202
  • Place, Prawn Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Watamu Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Malindi Beach
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Malindi (MYD)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Watamu

Villas Watamu Resort places you next to Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake. This 14-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Prawn Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Watamu Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mida Creek - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Ruins of Gedi - 22 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Malindi Beach - 34 min drive - 18.5 miles

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪crab shack - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Medina Palms restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Amici Miei Pastries Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ngalawa Beach Bar Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪7 Vizi Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Villas Watamu Resort

Family-friendly hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant
Guests of Villas Watamu Resort enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Staff members are on hand to provide concierge services and a safe deposit box at the front desk. This family-friendly hotel also has a garden.
Climb into a Select Comfort bed and sleep between premium linens. Patios, private yards, and minibars are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

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 (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 22 buildings
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 2005
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
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

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from April 30 2022 to April 29 2024 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Private entrance

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.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Villas Watamu
Villas Watamu Resort
Watamu Resort
Watamu Villas
Watamu Villas Resort
Villas Watamu Resort Hotel
Villas Watamu Resort Watamu
Villas Watamu Resort Hotel Watamu

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to Villas Watamu Resort?

This hotel is located in Watamu and just steps from Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake. Mida Creek is also within a driving distance of 1.9 mi.

Will I be able to park at Villas Watamu Resort?

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

Does Villas Watamu Resort feature a casino on the premises?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at Villas Watamu Resort?

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

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Villas Watamu Resort?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a poolside bar.

Are there hot tubs at Villas Watamu Resort?

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

Does Villas Watamu Resort have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Villas Watamu Resort doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Villas Watamu Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Villas Watamu Resort.

Does Villas Watamu Resort have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Villas Watamu Resort?

The closest major airport to Villas Watamu Resort is Malindi (MYD), which is 15.5 mi away (42 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Villas Watamu Resort?

Yes, every guestroom at Villas Watamu Resort comes with a patio with some featuring garden or pool views.

Villas Watamu Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Linet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Henk, Tanzania

no manager

had a good stay but would have liked the manager to be around. Did not see a manager for our complete stay and we had to check out with the askari a day early as the manager did not work on Sunday.

6/10 Okay

Byford, Bedford, England

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Villas Watamu Resort

Although the resort was beautifully presented, we were the only guests there. This gave us an uncomfortable feeling. The breakfast service was very slow, even after informing staff that we had to leave promptly to catch a flight at Mombasa. The worst part of the stay was on check out when I was informed that payment could not be accepted by credit card. Overall, disappointing. I would not stay again or recommend the resort to anyone.

2/10 Terrible

KATHY, HOUSTON, TEXAS

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

All show and no go

1. phone went to fax when called when trying to locate the venue because we were arriving late 2. manager just stared at me when I told her the difficulty in reaching the hotel 3. lighting was out along the walkway. had to use flashlights to find our way to the room 4. dead bugs in room 5. huge spider in towels 6. clogged sinks 7. no hot water any of the nights 8. no window covers in bathroom 9. toilets didn't flush well. 10. night manager questioned why we didn't tell her our concerns...we told the day manager. Who knew I was supposed to tell one and not the other. 11. maintenance crew left wet paw prints in our room while attempting to address the hot water issue. 12. when checking out, no manager was there for us to speak to. What a shock. WOULDN'T STAY THERE AGAIN EVEN IF IT WAS FREE!!!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Nice hotel close to the beach

Villas Watamu is a brand new hotel with a nice location, friendly staff and good management. The layout of the villas is pretty and the swimming pool is simply excellent. The breakfast was nice too. The villas have a large verandah/patio with a couch - nice place to hang out in the evening or have breakfast in the morning. The bathrooms were nice and the AC in the bedroom was the best i have had in Kenya! The location is safe and accessible - a five minute walk to the beach and the Watamu Marine Park. While Watamu is a lovely place and Villas Watamu room rates are reasonable than the surrounding resorts, I am not sure I would come back and stay again at any of these hotels. East Africa has plenty of lovely places to visit where you can find nice accommodation at a fraction of the prices in Watamu,. This place essentially caters to an international clientele and this is reflected in the service and prices. It is time for local entrepreneurs to put ACs in spare rooms and rent them out!

10/10 Excellent

Teresafigurelli, Roma

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

Very nice bungalow

I appreciate the position. It is very good for point of start too see watamu , beachs and malindi. Even if there is no private beach of the hotel . It is near everywhere. Very good if i want to visit around . The staff Who work there are very mind and help full for everything. The garden is beautiful and u fill at home. Very good

8/10 Good

Eleonora, Пермь

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Вилла, очень красивая, очень опрятный и красивый сад. Всё очень чисто.Хороший и не дорогой ресторан.

8/10 Good

cristian, Rimini

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

un piccolo angolo di paradiso

hotel composto da villette immerso nel verde. Posizionato un po' fuori dal centro di Watamu, ma raggiungibile in 5 minuti di tuk tuk (ape car) e in 10 minuti a piedi si arriva a spiaggia. camera molto grande, con letto a baldacchino e zanzariera; grande terrazzone. Ci sono diversi insetti, ma è completamente immerso nel verde e nelle palme per cui è inevitabile! E comunque ogni sera la ragazza delle pulizie passava a dare il prodotto in camera per le zanzare, e non abbiamo mai avuto problemi a dormire. Bellissima piscina, molto pulita. Ottima la colazione, e ottimo cibo a pranzo e cena, con scelta di pesce e carne tutti i giorni. Atmosfera molto tranquilla, anche perché posizionato fuori dal centro città. Appena fuori dal resort ci si ritrova immersi in un villaggio africano, e si respira così il vero spirito africano. Consigliato per chi vuole stare in relax e ha bisogno di riposo!!!

10/10 Excellent

markus, Sverige

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

Mysigt och extremt trevlig personal

Jag och min flickvän tillbringade tre nätter här. Underbar hotellmiljö i tropisk trädgård. 5-6 minuter gång genom byn till närmaste strand och 10 min med tuk tuk till andra privata stränder. God mat och bra service. Det var lite gäster på hotellet så man fick god kontakt med personalen. Känns familjärt och trevligt. Enkla å rena rum, djup bol för dom som inte gillar havet. En del säger att det är dyrare i malindi än tex mombasa men vi uppfattade den som helt tvärt om. rekomenderar dock om ni ska hit på semestern att bo några nätter i bamburi ca 2 timmar söder ut. Kostar ungefär 8000 shilling med taxi.

10/10 Excellent

Marika, Switzerland

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

Herrliche Oase!

Etwas abgelegen, nicht am Strand dafür eine herrliche Oase! Sehr freundliches Personal, Essen wenig Auswahl, dafür gut und frisch zubereitet, sehr schöne Gartenanlage und wunderbare Veranda vor Villa! :-)