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Five-Star Hotels in Watamu

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The best five-star hotels in Watamu

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Visiwa Beach Resort

Watamu

Set in Watamu, 50 metres from Watamu Bay Beach, Visiwa Beach Resort offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

J
Jennifer Mpho
From
United States
Visiwa is absolutely amazing!! The views from the room and from the deck by the beachfront and sun beds is breath taking. The food was amazing! The staff were all so helpful! The manager upgraded me to a room with a view and I really appreciated it because I love the ocean and it calms me. Thank you all for a wonderful stay, I can't wait to return!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 349 reviews
Price from
US$246.33
1 night, 2 adults

Kobe Suite Resort

Watamu

With a tropical garden and and private beach area, Kobe Suite Resort is located in Watamu. The resort has two outdoor pools and can arrange massages on request.

K
Kelly
From
Switzerland
Amazing hospitality - the staff are both welcoming & efficient
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews
Price from
US$269.70
1 night, 2 adults

Medina Palms

Watamu

Located on Watamu beach, the luxury Medina Palms features unique architecture and a tropical garden, outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and views of the Indian Ocean.

A
Aliwa
From
Austria
The staff: Peter, Gideon, Juma and Patrick at reception were courteous, fulfilled all our wishes and communicated very well with the relevant departments. We immediately felt at home. As I am vegan, it is a bit difficult for me here in Kenya to always choose something from the menu. The waiter Dena was very courteous, understanding, helpful and very knowledgeable. He went through the menu with me every day and always gave me very good advice so that the chef could cook it. Employees like him should be encouraged and appreciated more. Waiter Robert always gave us something to laugh about at the bar and the drinks were very good. No headaches the next day, he was a pleasure to work with. Many thanks to Sofia from the breakfast service, she always had a smile on her face and sweetened our day so we could start the day well. Margaret's pancakes are a must at Medina Palms, they are delicious. Mercy, our housekeeping queen. She wowed us every day with new room decorations Always very lovingly done now I can say I have always slept on cloud nine at Medina Palms. Thank you, Queen Mercy. An appeal to the management of Medina Palms staff to show more encouragement and appreciation the facilities and location are not worth 5 stars for me. The heart of Medina Palms is the staff. Thank you so much to All. Dr.Christine A
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
Price from
US$257.40
1 night, 2 adults

Hemingways Watamu

Watamu

Offering a spa and wellness centre, 2 pools surrounded by palm trees, Hemingways Watamu is located on the beachfront of Watamu. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning and free WiFi.

M
MARTIN
From
Kenya
I loved the view from the rooms!!(*a bathtub with such a view would just be perfect)Not to mention how well I'd sleep at night due to the air conditioning.The staff were great always ensuring our room is clean and tidy everyday!!The pools were also amazing, I mean I could go on and on!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews
Price from
US$345
1 night, 2 adults

Life Resort St. Thomas Royal Palm

Hotel in Watamu

Facing the beachfront, Life Resort St. Thomas Royal Palm offers 5-star accommodation in Watamu and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private beach area.

L
Long
From
Zimbabwe
Beautiful setting, peaceful and out of the hustle and bustle but easy enough to arrange taxis to the nearest towns. The staff were amazing, friendly, helpful and just a pleasure to be around.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$114.50
1 night, 2 adults

Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa

Malindi (Near Watamu)

Located in Malindi, 800 metres from Tropical Beach, Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre.

B
Bruce
From
United Kingdom
Superb setting with stunning communal areas adorned with beautiful scented white flower trees. The rooms were super clean and the staff were truly exceptional and a huge asset to the property. They were most attentive and remained at our disposal throughout the days and nights of our stay. Shiela, Happy,Rosemary and Gakena will live long in our memories of our stay at this oasis. The warmest of smiles and happy to help demeanour will take some beating wherever you stay in the wold. Malindi is a hidden gem and in my opinion this hotel is by far the best in the area. Be sure to try the Hob restaurant which is close by.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
Price from
US$192.06
1 night, 2 adults

Q Boutique Resort Malindi

Malindi (Near Watamu)

Q Boutique Resort Malindi has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Malindi. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor pool.

A
Alvaro
From
Australia
Perfect stay, top-notch facilities, and incredibly friendly staff. Would definitely come back!”
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews
Price from
US$100
1 night, 2 adults

Billionaire Beachfront Apartments

Malindi (Near Watamu)

Facing the beachfront, Billionaire Beachfront Apartments offers 5-star accommodation in Malindi and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden.

A
Ahmed
From
Australia
The facility is stunning 😍. Simple yet elegant architecture with coconut & frangipani trees dotted all over. The food was sumptuous & made to order. Above all else, the staff were amazing. From the cool welcome from Rose & Tracey to Shaaban, phillip, and the rest in the kitchen, of course Victorina, Fatma, Janet, Adam, and Ken. Bernard, though, capped it all - he's gifted in customer service. He made our stay memorable. Bravo to the team at Billionaire Resort 👏
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews
Price from
US$460.35
1 night, 2 adults

The Kasa Malindi

Malindi (Near Watamu)

The Kasa - Malindi is a unique luxury destination located on the north coast of Kenya in the town of Malindi and on the shores of the Indian Ocean.

J
Jorge Alexandre
From
Portugal
Good breakfast on request. I highlight the extreme professionalism of the staff and their friendliness. In addition to the good facilities, I highlight the architecture.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews
Price from
US$387
1 night, 2 adults

The Villa Mela, Malindi

Malindi (Near Watamu)

Set in Malindi, 600 metres from Tropical Beach, The Villa Mela, Malindi offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

G
Giorgia
From
Italy
Villa Mela in Malindi is a great and wonderful house, lovely furnished with original wood stuff, decorated with evergreen trees, plants, two swimming pools, a very nice patio. A peaceful and quiet island in Malindi.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
Price from
US$70
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Avg. price/night: US$350
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews
    Kobe is a beautiful hotel. The location is fabulous, the pool and dining areas so chic. Lovely staff, great food and exceptional service
    Guest review by
    Vicki
    Family with young children