Title: GK Palm Resort Watamu - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # GK Palm Resort Watamu Family-friendly hotel with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool ## Photo gallery for GK Palm Resort Watamu ![In-room dining - GK Palm Resort Watamu (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78400000/78394900/78394803/ed2d7590.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception - GK Palm Resort Watamu (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78400000/78394900/78394803/7c2b0bd8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - GK Palm Resort Watamu (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78400000/78394900/78394803/dde0bf8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Surfing/boogie boarding - GK Palm Resort Watamu (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78400000/78394900/78394803/de152796.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - GK Palm Resort Watamu (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78400000/78394900/78394803/c8d014bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies GK Palm Resort Watamu offers families an oceanside retreat with local cuisine breakfasts and sunny relaxation on the garden terrace or playground. Guests enjoy high-speed WiFi, laundry facilities, and outdoor entertainment, with attentive staff enhancing their stay. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast available - Pool - Air conditioning - Pet-friendly - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 13 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=78394803&PinnedHotelID=78394803&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=78394803&PinnedHotelID=78394803&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 14 - Dec. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=78394803&PinnedHotelID=78394803&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=78394803&PinnedHotelID=78394803&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 19 - Dec. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=78394803&PinnedHotelID=78394803&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=78394803&PinnedHotelID=78394803&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=78394803&PinnedHotelID=78394803&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=78394803&PinnedHotelID=78394803&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Classic Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Pool View ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78400000/78394900/78394803/94615dc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Pool View ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Private pool Air conditioning Dining table Ceiling fan Blackout drapes/curtains - 538 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Pool View ![Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78400000/78394900/78394803/428ab777.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Pool View ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Private pool Air conditioning Dining table 2 bedrooms Fan - 1076 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 5 - 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Family Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Patio, Garden View ![Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78400000/78394900/78394803/428ab777.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Patio, Garden View ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Private pool Air conditioning Dining table 2 bedrooms Fan - 2153 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 10 - 2 Twin Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Classic Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Pool View ![Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78400000/78394900/78394803/b53cb098.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Pool View ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Private pool Air conditioning Dining table Ceiling fan Blackout drapes/curtains - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), supervised childcare (surcharge), and luggage storage - Outdoor furniture, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services Room features All 90 rooms have comforts such as private pools and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas. Other amenities include: - Hydromassage showers and bidets - Furnished balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22280000/22277400/22277311/84b7569a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Eco Villas Watamu Watamu - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews CA $107 CA $126 total includes taxes & fees Dec 20 - Dec 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=22277311&PinnedHotelID=22277311&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112540000/112533500/112533405/ecd46a0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BLUE DIAMOND VILLA WATAMU Watamu - Pool - Spa - Free WiFi - Breakfast available CA $97 CA $115 total includes taxes & fees Dec 14 - Dec 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=112533405&PinnedHotelID=112533405&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102320000/102313200/102313139/3ad27476.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Safina Beach House Watamu - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free secured self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Outdoor pool - Playground ### Family friendly - Babysitting (surcharge) - Children's dinnerware - Dining table - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Playground - Pool gate - Private pool - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) - Separate in-room dining area - Supervised activities for children (surcharge) ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Direct access to the beach - Garden - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Terrace ### 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 lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Premium bedding - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Bidet - Hydromassage showerhead - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Private pool ### Food and drink - Dining table - Free bottled water - Separate dining area ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Fan - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime 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 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 Pets stay free ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per stay ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children - Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per stay The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, debit cards, and cash Cashless transactions are available 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## Frequently asked questions ### Does GK Palm Resort Watamu have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at GK Palm Resort Watamu? ### Is GK Palm Resort Watamu pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at GK Palm Resort Watamu? ### What time is check-out at GK Palm Resort Watamu? ### Where is GK Palm Resort Watamu located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## GK Palm Resort Watamu Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 6.0 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abdikair Aug 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great service ##### Abdikair Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Milu Jan 7, 2025 The property was a bit difficulty to locate. By the time we got there they had allocated our rooms to others. Why? Because we didn't call to confirm that we were coming. I didn't know that was a requirement. Anyway, we got rooms. ##### Milu Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels near Rome Termini Station](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Termini-Station-Hotels.d6022584.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Ashnil Mara Camp](https://www.expedia.ca/Maasai-Mara-Hotels-Ashnil-Mara-Camp.h12748836.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Hot Tubs in Niagara Falls](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Hotels-Hotels-With-Hot-Tubs.0-0-d6023515-tHotelsWithHotTubs.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours](https://www.expedia.ca/Notre-Dame-De-Bonsecours-Hotels.d553248635740535099.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Lake Hotels in Manitoba](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Manitoba-Lake-Hotels.0-0-d11148-tLakeHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [MarriottHotelsResorts Hotels in Abbotsford](https://www.expedia.ca/Abbotsford-Sydney-Hotels-Marriott-Hotels-Resorts.0-n3000480796-0--bMarriottHotelsResorts.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Salt Lick Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Taita-Hills-Hotels-Salt-Lick-Safari-Lodge.h1737570.Hotel-Information) > > [Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Tokyo-Hotels-Cerulean-Tower-Tokyu-Hotel.h661016.Hotel-Information) > > [Naramata Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Naramata-Hotels-Naramata-Heritage-Inn-Spa.h10977192.Hotel-Information) > > [Jamliz Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Mwingi-Hotels-JAMLIZ-HOTEL.h48214087.Hotel-Information) > > [Lofts du Village](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatineau-Hotels-Lofts-Du-Village.h51840784.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Lake Placid](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Placid-Hotels.d6055989.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Fairmont Mara Safari Club](https://www.expedia.ca/Maasai-Mara-Hotels-Fairmont-Mara-Safari-Club.h1544563.Hotel-Information) > > [Kibo Safari Camp](https://www.expedia.ca/Amboseli-Hotels-Kibo-Safari-Camp.h14826564.Hotel-Information) > > [Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Amboseli-Hotels-Amboseli-Serena-Safari-Lodge.h978634.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to London (LHR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/lhr/toronto-to-london) > > [Flights from Canada](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/31/flights-from-canada) > > [Saudi Arabian Airlines](https://www.expedia.ca/Saudia-Flights.cSV.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/yyz/winnipeg-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Saskatoon (YXE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yxe/toronto-to-saskatoon) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/yvr/edmonton-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Beijing (PEK)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/pek/edmonton-to-beijing) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Lima (LIM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/lim/vancouver-to-lima) > > [Flights from Kelowna (YLW) to British Columbia (YZZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ylw/yzz/kelowna-to-trail) ### Activities ### Packages > [One World Trade Center](https://www.expedia.ca/One-World-Trade-Center-Manhattan.d6162310.Vacation-Attraction)