Watamu Beach Cottages

$$$$||View on mapWatamu, Kenya38 Turtle Bay Road, Watamu, Kenya|
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Watamu Beach Cottages
38 Turtle Bay Road, Watamu, Kenya·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.1Perfect
Location9.6
Staff9.4
Value for money9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Comfort9.2
Who stays here
Families41%
Couples28%
Groups20%
Solo11%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.1Perfect
Location9.6
Staff9.4
Value for money9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Comfort9.2
Who stays here
Families41%
Couples28%
Groups20%
Solo11%

Beachfront cottages and tents with direct Watamu Marine Park access in Watamu, Kenya

Accommodations

Watamu Beach Cottages offers a variety of unique accommodation formats including themed tents and villas. Guests can stay in cozy cottages with private gardens and kitchenettes, or choose the Captain's Hut overlooking the treetops. Each unit comes with a private bathroom, air conditioning, and daily housekeeping with turndown service.

Dining

The on-site Bamba Kofi Snackbar serves freshly prepared local cuisine, including seafood dishes made to order. Guests can also hire a personal cook for a tailored dining experience within their cottage. Additionally, a well-equipped communal kitchen is available for self-catering, and the bar offers a variety of beverages.

Activities

The hotel provides direct access to water sports like snorkeling, kite surfing, and canoeing, along with guided excursions to Watamu Marine National Park. A saltwater swimming pool surrounded by lush gardens is available, as well as beachfront paths leading to unspoiled sandy beaches. On-site amenities include table tennis, bike tours, and fishing trips arranged through the tour desk.

Wellness & Relaxation

On-site massage services with ocean views are available for booking. Yoga classes and beachfront sun loungers and hammocks provide relaxation spots. The property also offers a personal trainer and beauty services like manicure and pedicure.

Family & Practical Services

Watamu Beach Cottages in Watamu Kenya is a family-friendly property with family rooms, babysitting services, and a kids' pool. Express check-in/check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and 24-hour security with CCTV and safety deposit boxes are provided. A free airport shuttle, car hire, and grocery deliveries are available on request.

  • Accommodations: Themed tents, villas, and cottages with private gardens
  • Dining: Bamba Kofi Snackbar and personal cook services
  • Activities: Snorkeling, kite surfing, guided park excursions
  • Wellness: Ocean-view massage, yoga classes, personal trainer
  • Family: Kids' pool, babysitting, family rooms
  • Services: 24-hour security, free airport shuttle, grocery deliveries
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 12:00-18:00
from 07:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of USD 10.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Italian, Swahili
Building
Number of rooms:10
Former name
Trinket
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Rooms and availability

One-Bedroom Apartment
  • Room size:

    755 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 Queen Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Balcony
Cottage
  • Room size:

    970 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 Queen Size Bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Shower
Beachfront Bungalow
  • Room size:

    1725 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 Queen Size Bed, 2 Single beds and 1 Sofa bed
  • Shower
  • Balcony
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Snack bar

Picnic area/ Tables

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Sports trainer

Swimming pool

Saltwater pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service

Dining

  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Cribs
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool

Spa & Leisure

  • Saltwater pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Beauty treatment
  • Massage
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Essential information about Watamu Beach Cottages

💵 Lowest room price 110 US$
📏 Distance to center 4.2 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 15.0 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Malindi, MYD

Location

38 Turtle Bay Road, Watamu, Kenya
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38 Turtle Bay Road, Watamu, Kenya
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Reviews of Watamu Beach Cottages

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