Title: Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=96997300&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort Villa with free parking, 8-minute walk to Watamu Beach ## Photo gallery for Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort ![Exterior - Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/97000000/96997300/96997300/d6ef98ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils, freezer - Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/97000000/96997300/96997300/ef724dea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Villa | Private kitchen - Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/97000000/96997300/96997300/fafcbf90.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/97000000/96997300/96997300/f2327ffd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/97000000/96997300/96997300/6095ee00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Prices - Amenities - Policies Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWatamu-Hotels-Rafiki-Tamu-Residential-Resort.h96997300.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWatamu-Hotels-Rafiki-Tamu-Residential-Resort.h96997300.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-3.34405%2C40.02604&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4wnZpAajsktUn7Wr7fgYOn5OjZo=) Jacaranda Road, Watamu, Kilifi County #### What's nearby - Watamu Beach \- 6 min walk \- 0.5 km - Prawn Lake \- 5 min drive \- 4.4 km - Mida Creek \- 9 min drive \- 5.2 km - Ruins of Gedi \- 18 min drive \- 7.4 km - Malindi Beach \- 29 min drive \- 25.4 km #### Getting around - Malindi (MYD) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Papa Remo Ristorante - ‬10 min walk - ‪Non Solo Gelato Blue Moon - ‬3 min drive - ‪Isla Cafe - ‬3 min walk - ‪7 Vizi Cafe - ‬2 min drive - ‪Amici Miei Pastries Bar - ‬2 min drive ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort Villa with free parking, 8-minute walk to Watamu Beach This smoke-free villa features an outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking is free. Other amenities include a garden. All 10 villas have 2 bedrooms and feature free WiFi. Other amenities available to guests include kitchens, refrigerators, and stovetops. Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort offers 10 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Accommodations at this 3.5-star villa have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the villa include an outdoor pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Similar properties ![Water view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38790000/38784500/38784455/6b04ef02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blue Bay Village Watamu - On private beach - Pool - Breakfast included - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 10 reviews CA $185 CA $220 total includes taxes & fees Dec 16 - Dec 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=38784455&PinnedHotelID=38784455&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101550000/101549100/101549061/364543f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### AHG Lion Beach Resort Watamu - On private beach - Pool - All-inclusive - Spa 7.4 Good 16 reviews CA $104 CA $125 total includes taxes & fees Dec 16 - Dec 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=101549061&PinnedHotelID=101549061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22280000/22277400/22277311/7d79fa75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Eco Villas Watamu Watamu - 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Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Massage - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Freezer - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Living spaces - Window screens ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Walkway to water ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Housekeeping (daily) ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 10 units - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:30 AM ### 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 not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### 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 debit cards and cash Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM ### Property is also known as Rafiki Tamu Residential Watamu Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort Villa Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort Watamu Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort Villa Watamu ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort? ### Is Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort? ### What time is check-out at Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort? ### Where is Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort located? ## Have a question? 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