A sandy beach with clear water, a distant shoreline with buildings, and a partly cloudy sky.

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Our top choices for Watamu resorts

Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas

1. Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm
3.0 star property
Watamu
5.8 out of 10, (6 reviews)
"AVOID, stay away! Firstly the location is wrong, 30 USD to get to the next town by taxi. The Road to the hotel is terrible, extremely bumpy. Beds are hard. This is not a four star hotel. Food is bad. Save your money, go somewhere else."
South Africa
Valene
The price is CA $138
CA $275 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm
4 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas

2. The ONE

The ONE
4.0 star property
Watamu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (14 reviews)
"Staff 10/10, reservation platform is scam, i booked rooms with breakfast. At hotel without Breakfast, scan"
United States
BISHARO MOHAMED
The price is CA $101
CA $119 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
The ONE
Outdoor pool

3. Sun Palm Beach Resort

Sun Palm Beach Resort
4.5 star property
Watamu
7.4 out of 10, Good, (40 reviews)
"The room is beautiful and the staff is very kind and friendly "
United States
Garry
The price is CA $202
CA $238 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Sun Palm Beach Resort
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

4. Turtle Bay Beach Club

Turtle Bay Beach Club
3.0 star property
Watamu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (102 reviews)
"The room was as promised and clean. The food and drinks were very good and staff was very friendly and helpful. I would definitely return and recommend this resort. "
United States
Brenda
Turtle Bay Beach Club
Aerial view

5. Diamonds Malindi

Diamonds Malindi
5.0 star property
Malindi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (32 reviews)
"Overall an excellent hotel."
United States
Yusuf
The price is CA $190
CA $303 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Diamonds Malindi
Front of property

6. Mesite Classic Resort, Kilifi

Mesite Classic Resort, Kilifi
2.0 star property
Kilifi
The price is CA $53
CA $63 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Mesite Classic Resort, Kilifi
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Top Watamu Hotel Reviews

Visiwa Beach Resort

Visiwa Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice place and extremely comfortable. The pool and the beach views are amazing, and the breakfast was simply the best. 😍😍 The entire staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, especially the gentleman at the front desk, who went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. We truly felt pampered throughout our stay."
Marco 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Visiwa Beach Resort

Find out more about Watamu

Watamu Resorts information

Number of reviews
92
Accommodation
11 Resorts
Lowest Price
CA $63
Highest Price
CA $303

Frequently asked questions

What is Watamu like for a resort vacation?
Dreaming of a relaxing getaway? Indulge in all the comforts of a resort, where you can find everything you want for your trip from convenient dining options to entertainment and shopping. Check out the 11 resorts in Watamu and discover the best one for you, whether you envision yourself kicking back in a luxury suite or hitting the golf course for an afternoon game.
What's the best resort in Watamu?
The ONE - Beach resort. Features 4 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and 2 poolside bars. Aquarius Club International Resort - Golf resort, 5-minute walk from Watamu Beach. Has 2 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and a health club. Turtle Bay Beach Club - All-inclusive resort, 10-minute walk from Watamu Beach. Enjoy the 3 restaurants, 3 bars, and children's pool. Sun Palm Beach Resort - Luxury resort. Amenities include 2 restaurants, a private beach, and a children's pool. Temple Point Resort - Beach resort, 10-minute walk from Watamu Beach. Access to 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and 3 poolside bars.
How many hotel resorts are there in Watamu?
Take your pick from Expedia's 11 resort hotels in Watamu where you'll find great entertainment, beautiful guest rooms, and more.
What can I do in Watamu?
Watamu Beach, Mida Creek, and Ruins of Gedi are a few of the interesting sights to visit. In the area, other attractions include Prawn Lake and Silversands Beach.
What's the weather like in Watamu?
The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are August and July with an average of 78°F. Average annual precipitation for Watamu is 29 inches.
What's the best way to get to and around Watamu?
Fly into Malindi (MYD), which is located 9.2 mi (14.9 km) away from the city center. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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