Aquarius Club International Resort

4.0 star property
Beachfront resort with a fitness center

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Children's area
Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes
Bar (on property)
Gym
Superior Double or Twin Room, Pool View | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Spa

Explore the area

Map
Watamu Coast Road, Watamu, 80202
  • Prawn Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Watamu Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Ruins of Gedi
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Malindi (MYD)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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Room options

Classic Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room, Pool View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Triple Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Watamu

Aquarius Club International Resort places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Prawn Lake and Watamu Beach. This 80-room, 4-star resort welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools, free breakfast, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Prawn Lake - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Watamu Beach - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Mida Creek - 8 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Ruins of Gedi - 18 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Malindi Beach - 31 min drive - 16.3 miles

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪PilliPan - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Licht Haus - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Casa Tex Mex - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Papa Remo Ristorante - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪crab shack - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Aquarius Club International Resort

Beachfront resort with a fitness center
Guests of Aquarius Club International Resort enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and a gym. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) for EUR 85 per vehicle. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this beach resort include free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a terrace.
Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Other standard amenities include balconies or patios, refrigerators, and minibars.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a health club.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include facials and manicures and pedicures.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • AQUARIUS

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Health club

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

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

Spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 35.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

The charges below are included in your overall room price:

  • New Year's Eve gala dinner fee
  • Christmas Eve gala dinner fee

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 85 per vehicle
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 35.0 per day

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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: 12:30 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient departures, you can take advantage of the airport drop-off service (fees apply). 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • A charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner on December 24 is included in the total price shown.
  • A charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner on December 31 is included in the total price shown.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Aquarius Beach Resort Watamu
Aquarius Club International Resort All Inclusive Watamu
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Aquarius Club International Resort All Inclusive
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Aquarius Club International Resort?

Aquarius Club International Resort provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Aquarius Club International Resort?

As of Jun 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aquarius Club International Resort on Jul 16, 2025 start from $78.3, 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 see close to Aquarius Club International Resort?

This resort is located in Watamu, close to Watamu Beach, Ruins of Gedi, and Mida Creek. Prawn Lake is also within a driving distance of 1.8 mi.

Is there parking available at Aquarius Club International Resort?

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

Is there a spa at Aquarius Club International Resort?

Spa services at the resort include massages, facials, and mani/pedis.

Does Aquarius Club International Resort include a casino on the premises?

No, Aquarius Club International Resort doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Aquarius Club International Resort?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Is Aquarius Club International Resort a good place to stay for couples?

This beachfront resort offers plenty of amenities for couples including a beach bar, 2 outdoor pools, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Aquarius Club International Resort?

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

Does Aquarius Club International Resort feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Aquarius Club International Resort serves free buffet breakfast at AQUARIUS each morning.

Does Aquarius Club International Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, pets stay free at Aquarius Club International Resort and the property also provides food and water bowls for pets.

Does Aquarius Club International Resort have connecting rooms?

Yes, this resort has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Aquarius Club International Resort?

The closest major airport to Aquarius Club International Resort is Malindi (MYD), which is 12.3 mi away (25 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Aquarius Club International Resort?

Yes, every guestroom at Aquarius Club International Resort comes with a balcony with some featuring garden or pool views.

Aquarius Club International Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 22 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Inez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed my stay. Awesome hosts would go back again and again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Alan, Orange County, CA

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

Money taken from room during my stay

The equivalent of $350 in USD and Euro was taken from my room during the morning of my first full day at Aquarius. What was most disappointing was the attitude of management, which was mostly that this was "impossible," and was not taken seriously, despite the fact that all signs pointed to someone on his staff that had access. A report was filed with the Watamu police (DB 33/24/1/017), and the investigation is still ongoing. Indicative of the poor judgement surrounding the incident, i found out upon my departure that the individual who cleaned my room the day of the robbery, a likely suspect, was still allowed to clean my room the whole time after the robbery! Outside of this wholly negative incident, my experience was largely positive. The local Kenyan staff was wonderful, the grounds were attractive and well-maintained and, while the buffet meals were good, they could have been a little more varied. I'd avoid the "single" rooms, although i'd still consider it a good value for the price paid, the air conditioner leaked, hot water didnt work well, and the shower sprayed everywhere. The "regular" rooms, though, were quite nice, very spacious many with private balconies, with none of the items mentioned that were wrong in the "single rooms." Wifi signal inconsistent and definitely does not reach all the rooms. Also annoying that there were daily power outages of varying duration that when they occured also caused the water to shut off.

6/10 Okay

Anna

I choose this Hotel because of the gym pictures on the hotels.com site. THERE IS NO GYM! And they were just sorry, we forgot to take the disinformation from the site. They haven’t had the gym since this January. Hotel didn’t offer me any refund or other option (another gym)
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Åsa

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

M S

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lindo hotel pero baja calidad para 4 estrellas

El hotel es muy lindo y está bien ubicado, aunque se llama Beach Resort pero no esta en primera fila de playa. Solo hay wifi en la recepción. El desayuno es bastante pobre, nada que ver con la foto que muestran. La pileta cierra a las 6pm lo cual impide usarla luego de la playa
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Silvia, Venezia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Piccolo report a 5 minuti dal mare. Molto curato , in perfetto stile africano Cucina ottima
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Villaggio carino, personale disponibile, a pochi passi dal mare grazie al collegamento interno. Buono il cibo
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

2/10 Terrible

Philippe, Créteil

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

à éviter

Hotel à éviter le management n'accepte pas les critiques, nous avons fait savoir notre mécontentement de la nourriture, cuisine peu variée à base de plats italiens pas très attrayant ( pâtes et riz à tous les repas c'est dommage dans un pays africain) le restaurant ressemble plus à une cantine de collège qu'a un restaurant d’hôtel. Wifi de très mauvaise qualité et chambres basiques, une chaise pour deux pas de table juste un grand lit; loin de la plage.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mari, Modena

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

Watamu

La posizione del resort è favorevole sia per la spiaggia sia per il centro del paese La camera è confortevole e si dorme tranquillamente su dì un ottimo materasso Ottimo il servizio ristorazione e soprattutto la gentilezza del personale! Reception fantastica! Che dire...straconsigliato!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

FEDERICO

Liked: Staff & service

DI CERTO NON CI TORNERO'.

Villaggio vecchio. Per arrivare in spiaggia bisogna fare circa 300 metri attraversando un altro villaggio ( Lily Palm) e un ristorante locale ( Mapango). La spiggia per gli ospiti( in comune fra i due villaggi), non e' pulita adeguatamente. I lettini di legno sono quasi tutti rotti e quindi inamovibili .I materassini sopra i lettini sono rotti e sporchi.Inoltre il personale di servizio in spiaggia si vede solo la sera ,quando alle ore 18 iniziano a chiudere la spiaggia.Per finire la cucina. Colazione scarsa e sempre uguale tutti i giorni.Pranzo e Cena discrete, con diverse varianti di primi, secondi, verdure cotte e crude.I dessert sempre uguali e immangiabili.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

CLAUDIA

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

Aquarius resort Watamu

Nonostante fossimo arrivati al mattino presto, ci hanno dato subito le camere e la colazione. Per tutto il periodo del soggiorno sono stati sempre disponibili ad esaudire ogni nostra richiesta. Durante i giorni del safari con l'eccellente guida di Alfonso, pur non avendole pagate, ci hanno fatto lasciare le nostre valigie nelle camere e così anche l'ultimo giorno, poiché avevamo il volo la sera tardi. Dotato di ogni comfort, lo consiglio vivamente. Grazie a tutto il personale per l'ottimo servizio
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Lamentable

Hotel clos à 300m de la plage avec une piscine privée car la deuxième se trouve en réalité au resort "Lyli Palm" voisin à partager avec leurs clients ! coupures de courant fréquentes avec un groupe électrogène au gasoil qui ne prend pas toujours le relais heureusement vu le bruit et par conséquent pas d'eau dans les chambres car non propulsée, pas de climatisation, ect... Chambres d'un autre temps sans télévision ni téléphone pour appeler réception et salle de bains datant de l'année de construction lointaine ! chauffe eau électrique minuscule vite vide ! "All inclusive" mensongé car en réalité il s'agit d'une pension complète avec uniquement sprite, coca et fanta ! Pour le reste il faut passé à la caisse ! cuisine insipide basique sans intérêt sous forme de buffet avec une viande, toujours la même, un poisson ou des pâtes ! vive l'italie sutout si vous êtes clients car sinon vous resterez sur le carreau surtout si vous avez le malheur de parler à la directrice à propos de votre déception pour son resort 4 étoiles ! nous avons eu juste droit à un "bonjour" et une indifférence totale durant notre séjour et une ignorance totale lors de notre départ devant des clients italiens tant choyer au bar en sa compagnie. Attitude lamentable pour une directrice de resort.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

La mia africa

Abbiamo soggiornato 18 notti in questo piccolo diamante africano .personale e staff disponibili e professionali hanno reso unico e speciale il nostro soggiorno in Kenya . Non si tratta del classico resort caraibico tutto animazione e drink ma e qualcosa di diverso che permette di vivere appieno watamu sia per la posizione( situato nel centro del villaggio)che per l atmosfera che si crea un ringraziamento speciale alla proprietaria Elena alla direttrice Manuela e a tutto il meraviglioso staff
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

manuele, Prato

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

magico kenya

il resort è molto carino e accogliente, il personale è gentile sopratutto alla reception sono molto disponibili!! la cucina è molto buona! Non è vicinissimo al mare ma è proprio nel centro di watamu dove ci sono tante bancarelle!! Siamo rimasti soddisfatti!!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

lino, italy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bella location, ottima esperienza..n po lontana dal mare
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

4/10 Poor

Birgit

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Einmal und nie wieder!

Hotel mit Null-Service-Mentalität, selbst Getränke muss man selbst holen. 2 Liter Flaschen mit Cola, Fanta, Sprite stehen auf dem Buffet. Wenn man etwas später zum Essen kommt sind die Getränke warm. Das Essen war durchschnittlich, ungewöhnlich, dass es keine Soßen zu trockenem Fleisch und Reis gab. Und nein, das liegt nicht an Kenia - ich habe bereits rund 25 unterschiedliche Hotels in diesem Land besucht. Das Personal hat sich am Ende der Mittagszeit selbst vom Buffet bedient. Da spricht ja prinzipiell nichts dagegen, jedoch wurde uns nur ungern vom verbliebenen Fleisch kurz vor Speisezeit-Ende auf den Teller gegeben. Man hatte also permanent das unterschwellige Gefühl, man esse den Angestellten das Mittagessen weg. Der angegliederte Strand mit "Mapango Beach Bar" ist rund 500 m Fußweg. Man kann also nicht wirklich von Strandhotel reden. Im Mapango gilt auch das All inc Angebot. Es existiert eine eigene "Hütte", an welcher Getränke im 150 ml Plastikbecher ausgegeben werden. Sofern man Kaffee, Tee oder andere Getränke als stilles Wasser, Fanta, Cola, Sprite möchte, wird man kräftig zur Kasse gebeten. Die Gäste des Lily Palm Hotels werden im Mapango Beach Club hingegen hervorragend bedient. Aquarius Gäste müssen alles in Selbstbedienung machen. Die besseren Sonnenliegen sind auch nur für Lily Palm Gäste reserviert. Insgesamt ist der Beach Club viel zu klein für beide Hotels. Eine 2 Klassen Gesellschaft. Entsetzlich! 4 Sterne und im Speisesaal sitzt man auf Plastikstühlen.

10/10 Excellent

Claes

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

8/10 Good

clara

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

Sentirsi in famiglia

Sono anni che non torno in questo angolo di paradiso e che non torno all'aquarius club ma quest'anno io e mio marito Abbiamo avuto una piacevole sorpresa al nostro arrivo. Negli anni di esperienza di viaggi non solo in Kenya ma in tutto il mondo non mi è mai capitato di trovare un direttore così disponibile pronto cortese e simpatico come il nuovo direttore del l'aquarius Matteo. Durante tutto il soggiorno È sempre stato disponibile e sin dal primo giorno offrendosi di custodirci le valigie sino al nostro arrivo in struttura ben 3 giorni dopo. Era presente quando qualcuno di noi ospite è stato poco bene aiutandoci e preoccupandosi come uno di famiglia e c'era anche per consigliarci su dove andare a divertirsi e sempre pronto a organizzare un emozionante safari grazie alla sua pluriennale esperienza nel settore, non è mai mancato un istante. Che dire, personale sempre gentile e sorridente camera molto pulita e confortevole direttore esemplare vacanza di relax completo grazie a tutte le buone caratteristiche della struttura.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Tornerò!

Esperienza meravigliosa e da rifare. Staff disponibile, resort pulito, cibo buono e vario. Matteo, il direttore, innamorato del Kenya e pronto a consigliarti come vivere al meglio il soggiorno. Mi sono sentita come a casa, ma in vacanza. Spero di tornarci presto.

10/10 Excellent

Claudio, Napoli

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

bellissimo resort ricco di flora vicino al mare

Non appena sono arrivato ho avuto la sensazione di essere a casa,sono stato accolto benissimo e mi sono sentito subito a mio agio. Ho visto una natura straordinaria,colori mai visti,un mare invitante e cristallino. Le persone sono gentili e sempre disponibili,consiglio a tutti di andarci, io ci ritorno a natale,ho il mal d'Africa

10/10 Excellent

ANTONIO, ROMA

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

SOLE SPIAGGIA E MARE

SOLE SPIAGGIA E MARE . BELLA STRUTTURA RICETTIVA ,CON UN BUON RISTORANTE , SI MANGIA DAVVERO BENE . SPIAGGIE FNATASTICHE , LE MIGLIORI DEL KENYA. OTTIMA ORGANIZZAZIONE , CON MASSIMA DISPONIBILITA' DELLO STAFF .... ITALIANISSIMO !!