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The air-conditioned villa consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a coffee machine, and 3 bathrooms with a hot tub and a hair dryer. A private entrance leads guests into the villa, where they can enjoy some fruits. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Serenity, coziness , simple details, plants, carefully decorated rooms and essential lights everywhere ☀️ Neutral interior colors and pleasant zones for your comfort and privacy will let you get relaxed gently 🪷 every room has a big terrace and well equipped bathrooms 💦 And the highest floor ambience took my heart forever ☺️ breathtaking sunrise~sunset~ocean views and fresh air adventure spirit of the house encourages 🪽 The kitchen has everything you need for cooking as well as coffee machine and blender , also potable water is provided. It’s a pleasure to cook there and have a dinner on the terrace 🥹 Easy to get from the Malindi airport ~ 20 mins by car . We rented a car in advance / it’s cheaper than taxi and pretty convenient to explore the village , and you have private parking near property /🦏 The most beautiful Watamu beach is just in 2 mins walking distance by short path surrounded by green garden 🌿 Ash is a great host, always online to help! His house is so consciously organized !!! Perfect quality of everything you use are surprising, unexpected details prove that the owner definitely ,,thinks outside the box,,😎 I highly recommend to stay here and enjoy every moment ☺️🌿

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9.9
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
$270
per night

Trio Villas Watamu is situated in Watamu and has a private pool and pool views. There is a private entrance at the villa for the convenience of those who stay. The villa features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

Thank u for this amazing week .. This week was so so awesome and beautiful .. the open kitchen , this beautiful apartment , this amazing heartfull staff and not to forget this beautiful private pool u have.. a big thank u for Sharon, Jackson , Samuel na Lameek for this unforgettable memory’s they make for us ..we will never forget about this holiday. Asante sana kabisa Milele , tumeshukuru sana tutaonana siku nyingine. Winnie na Patrick

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9.3
Wonderful
13 reviews
Price from
$78.66
per night

Located in Watamu, 700 metres from Watamu Bay Beach, Rafiki Jua Resort provides accommodation with an infinity pool, free private parking and a garden. The air-conditioned accommodation is 700 metres from Papa Remo Beach. Bio-Ken Snake Farm is 1.7 km away and Malindi Marine National Park is 18 km from the villa.

The staff at the resort were incredibly friendly and helpful, always going above and beyond to make sure our stay was comfortable and enjoyable.The rooms were spacious, clean, and well-equipped with all the necessary amenities, and I especially appreciated the comfortable beds and pillows. The highlight for me was definitely the food - the resort has several on-site chefs that served us a variety of local cuisines, and every dish I tried was absolutely delicious. The resort also offered a range of activities and excursions for guests to enjoy, including snorkeling, diving,dhow rides,There is truly something for everyone here, whether you're looking for a relaxing beach vacation or an adventure-filled getaway. Overall, I highly recommend Rafiki Jua to anyone looking for a memorable stay in Watamu. The combination of stunning natural scenery, excellent service, and fantastic food make it a top-notch resort that I can't wait to visit again. 👌🌊🏊‍♀️🌴🍽️

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9.8
Exceptional
17 reviews
Price from
$105.25
per night

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, garden view and a balcony, Nadia&Ale House - Maisha Resort is situated in Watamu. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service.

The two-bedroom villa is just amazing. The views, amenities, staff, room service, the boss. Everything was top notch and I would totally recommend it for any stay.

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9.4
Wonderful
9 reviews
Price from
$59.48
per night

Nyumba Nyekundu in Watamu provides adults-only accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and barbecue facilities. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property offers allergy-free units and is set 1.1 km from Garoda Beach.

The property is amazing with all the commodities to provide you an excellent beach break. The beach is in a walking distance, around 15 minutes away and it’s phenomenal. Janey the hostess will help you with all information you need to get around and can help you find reliable drivers to take you around Watamu. Strongly recommend this beautiful property 🙌

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9.1
Wonderful
74 reviews
Price from
$60.75
per night

Set in Watamu, Paka House-Rafiki Village offers accommodation with a private pool, a balcony and pool views. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

This my second time here and I love it. The owner is super responsive on the phone, workers are friendly, helpful and available with no intrusion, the pool is big and well maintained, the location is perfect, and the house well equipped with everything you need.

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9.1
Wonderful
12 reviews
Price from
$80
per night

The spacious villa with a terrace and garden views features 5 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 7 bathrooms with a bidet. The comfortable, air-conditioned accommodation also comes with soundproofing and a fireplace. The villa offers bed linen, towels and ironing service.

Everything is exactly as you see on the photos.. Nothing was exaggerated.. Perfect place for kids and family

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9.3
Wonderful
6 reviews
Price from
$400
per night

Located in Watamu, less than 1 km from Watamu Bay Beach and a 11-minute walk from Papa Remo Beach, Tembo House - Rafiki Village provides air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. This recently renovated villa is located 2.1 km from Mapango Beach and 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.9 km from Bio-Ken Snake Farm.

Anna always did our breakfast and she’s so kind, she cleaned and organized our house we always came home to a clean room

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9.3
Wonderful
7 reviews
Price from
$92
per night

Featuring a garden, private pool and pool views, Linda's Little Lincoln is located in Watamu. The property has garden and city views, and is a few steps from Mapango Beach. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

It is a short walk to the nearest beach, where there are plenty of small restaurants and bars. The area is quite safe as there are two hotels in the local vicinity. Very peaceful in the evenings, even with the close vicinity of the hotels. Mohamed, our contact, was extremely helpful and managed to resolve the dew small issues that we had.

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8.5
Very Good
11 reviews
Price from
$100
per night

Located just 2.2 km from Watamu Bay Beach, Delicious House, Watamu 2-bedroom with own compound free parking and wifi offers accommodation in Watamu with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.8 km from Mapango Beach, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 2 km from Turtle Bay Beach.

Responsive host. Very friendly staff

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8.5
Very Good
17 reviews
Price from
$25
per night

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Cottages are perfect for travelers who enjoy feeling cozy and independent in the countryside. Usually small, traditionally built houses, cottages are spread across one or two floors – making them great for families or vacations with a little more privacy.
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  • Rafiki Jua Resort
    Breakfast options
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 17 reviews

    Just a 8-minute walk from Papa Remo Beach and 1.2 miles from Mapango Beach, Rafiki Jua Resort features accommodations in Watamu, with a garden and a terrace.

    New resort and kind staff always ready to help you with any request

  • Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 64 reviews

    Just a 5-minute walk from Papa Remo Beach and 1.1 miles from Mapango Beach, Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort features accommodations in Watamu, with a garden.

    Great location, clean rooms, great hosts, great pool

  • Trio Villas Watamu
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 13 reviews

    Featuring pool views, Trio Villas Watamu in Watamu provides accommodations and an outdoor swimming pool. There's a private entrance at the villa for the convenience of those who stay.

    Beautiful clean apartment, distance to beach 15 mins walk.

  • Nadia&Ale House - Maisha Resort
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 9 reviews

    Nadia&Ale House - Maisha Resort is a recently renovated villa in Watamu where guests can make the most of the infinity pool and garden.

  • Nyumba Nyekundu
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 74 reviews

    Nyumba Nyekundu in Watamu provides adults-only accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool and barbecue facilities. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Very peaceful and quez place to bond with your loved one

  • Tembo House - Rafiki Village
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 7 reviews

    Tembo House - Rafiki Village is a recently renovated villa in Watamu where guests can make the most of the outdoor swimming pool and garden.

  • Twiga House Resort [ Piscina ☆☆☆☆☆ ] Pearl Beach
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 8 reviews

    Just a 8-minute walk from Papa Remo Beach and 1.2 miles from Watamu Bay Beach, Twiga House Resort [ Piscina ☆☆☆☆☆ ] Pearl Beach features accommodations in Watamu with an open-air bath, massage...

  • Baobab Village
    Breakfast options
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 88 reviews

    Featuring air conditioning, Baobab Village offers accommodations in Watamu. Watamu National Marine Park is 6.2 mi from the property. All units feature a TV.

    It is a very lovely and serene place. Just what we needed

These cottages in Watamu have options with FREE cancellation

  • Casa Maridadi
    Free cancellation options available
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Just a 3-minute walk from Papa Remo Beach and 0.6 miles from Watamu Bay Beach, Casa Maridadi features accommodations in Watamu, with an open-air bath and a garden.

  • Paka House-Rafiki Village
    Free cancellation options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 12 reviews

    A 13-minute walk from Watamu Bay Beach in Watamu, Paka House-Rafiki Village features accommodations with access to a solarium.

    Location is good, very helpful staff and the owner was easy to communicate to.

  • Linda's Little Lincoln
    Free cancellation options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 11 reviews

    Offering an indoor pool and a garden, Linda's Little Lincoln in Watamu is close to Watamu Bay Beach and Turtle Bay Beach. The air-conditioned accommodation is a few steps from Mapango Beach.

    Beautiful place and private pool. Secluded. Home is very nice.

  • Delicious House, Watamu 2-bedroom with own compound free parking and wifi
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 17 reviews

    Just 1.1 miles from Mapango Beach and a 19-minute walk from Bio-Ken Snake Farm, Delicious House, Watamu 2-bedroom with own compound free parking and wifi features accommodations in Watamu with a...

    Casa molto grande ad uso esclusivo immersa nel verde

  • 2 Bedroom Mangrove Cottage with Private Pool
    Free cancellation options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 33 reviews

    Offering a garden, 2 Bedroom Mangrove Cottage with Private Pool features accommodations in Watamu. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Early check-in, privacy, cleanliness and serene night

  • Jiweleupe house
    Free cancellation options available

    Jiweleupe house offers accommodations in Watamu, a 19-minute walk from Mapango Beach and 1.5 miles from Watamu Bay Beach. This property offers a private pool, free Wifi, and free private parking.

  • Kilulu Island
    Free cancellation options available

    Kilulu Island is a recently renovated villa in Watamu where guests can make the most of the private beach area and garden.

  • mascottecave
    Free cancellation options available

    Mascottecave offers accommodations in Watamu, 12 miles from Arabuko Sokoke National Park and 16 miles from Bio-Ken Snake Farm.

Traveling by car? These cottages in Watamu offer free parking!

  • Bingo House Watamu, A Modern 5-Bedroom Villa with Pool, A Kids Heaven
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 6 reviews

    Just a 5-minute walk from Turtle Bay Beach and 0.8 miles from Mapango Beach, Bingo House Watamu, A Modern 5-Bedroom Villa with Pool, A Kids Heaven features accommodations in Watamu, with a garden and...

    The facility is fantastic, the staff were excellent and the meals were great.

  • Bianca and Pietro House
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 29 reviews

    Offering inner courtyard views, Bianca and Pietro House in Watamu features accommodations and a garden. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Das pessoas, super gentis e educadas sempre dispostas a ajudar.

  • White bay pianoB
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Just a 9-minute walk from Papa Remo Beach and 1.2 miles from Watamu Bay Beach, White bay pianoB features accommodations in Watamu with a garden.

  • Nakupenda House
    5.0
    Scored 5.0
    Average
    Rated fair
     · 1 review

    Offering an infinity pool and a garden, Nakupenda House in Watamu is close to Watamu Bay Beach and Papa Remo Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Banana House Villas
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Banana House Villas is a recently renovated vacation home in Watamu where guests can make the most of the outdoor swimming pool and garden.

  • Mumbi villa
    Free parking

    Offering a garden and a shared lounge, Mumbi villa in Watamu is close to Papa Remo Beach and Watamu Bay Beach.

  • Kupenda House - Milele Resort Tamu, Watamu

    Just a 7-minute walk from Watamu Bay Beach and 0.4 miles from Papa Remo Beach, Kupenda House - Milele Resort Tamu, Watamu features accommodations in Watamu with a garden.

  • PWANI HOUSE cottage

    Just a 2-minute walk from Papa Remo Beach and 1.1 miles from Watamu Bay Beach, PWANI HOUSE cottage features accommodations in Watamu with a garden.

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Cottages That Guests Love in Watamu

  • Avg. price/night: $86.40
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 172 reviews
    My stay at Mvuvi Lodge was just perfect. The place is really beautiful and relaxing. The staff is amazing : so kind, friendly, and always there to help you if you need anything. The food is excellent.
    Dominique
    Solo traveler
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 49 reviews
    We had a great time in Villa Isla, spending most of our time at the pool. Juma, our host was amazing and always there when we needed assistance of any sorts. The house was cozy which we really enjoyed.
    Mercy
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $38
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 19 reviews
    The location is a little out of town but the mototaxi are only 100 Kes and they are always outside. It is a 5 minute walk to the most idyllic beach. The beach shack is a wonderful place to chill with brilliant cooked to order seafood. Staff are lovely and always available to help you. First hotel I have stayed at in Africa that actually provided more than enough towels !!! Which all smelt lovely and fresh
    David
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $72
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 129 reviews
    Liked the Bungalow, felt nice and private with a "garden". Liked the mosquito nets, cozy to hear all the sounds outside in the night even if it take a night or two to get used to. It's situated by the Garoda beach which definitely is one of the most beautiful beaches in Watamu. Very quiet and relaxing place. Friendly and helpful staff.
    Thérèse
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $100
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 26 reviews
    Excellent location for tranquility and a very good beach within walking distance. All the food provided by the chef was EXCEPTIONAL! The grounds and pool were very well maintained. Peaceful, charming and very well managed. We had the room right at the top, so you'd have to be nimble!
    John
    Young couple
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 358 reviews
    We stayed in the beach cottage, which is in a wonderful spot right on the beach, with an amazing view of the sea. The house is charming, and Chef Mo made us a fabulous curry with chapatis! We hope to get a chance to go back one day.
    Ellen
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $86.40
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 172 reviews
    Mvuvi's location and staff are great. It's a cosy lodge and well equipped with a bar, restaurant, and pool on the premises. The budget room was small but fairly comfortable.
    MALLIKA
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $100
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 118 reviews
    I loved everything, a lovely charming pure African ambience lodge. Food was lovely the staff were faultless
    Steven
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $86.40
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 172 reviews
    MVUVI LODGE IS A LITTLE SPOT OF PARADISE.SO TRANQUIL AND IMMERSED IN NATURE.THE LODGE IS SMALL AND PEACEFUL THE ROOMS ARE CLEAN TYPICAL BUNGALOW STYLE WITH THATCHED ROOF,BEAUTIFUL.YOU CAN SEE MONKEYS IN THE MORNING AND HEAR BIRDS SING. THE POOL IS PERFECT TO DIP IN AFTER A WALK ALONG THE BEACH WHICH IS A THREE MINIUTS WALK. THE FOOD IS FABULOUS WITH A VAST CHOICE OF FISH PASTA DISHES EXOTIC SALADS. BUT LAST AND MOST IMPORTANTLEY ALL THE STAFF.THEY WERE WONDERFUL AND MADE OUR HOLIDAY UNFORGETABLE.THANKYOU!!!
    Samantha
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 193 reviews
    -beautiful territory, very green -there is a small pool -there is AC in the room (not the bathroom) - restaurant, especially in the evening, with lights and a very cosy feel - if you are into the bungalow type of vacation with a rustic touch to it - you may enjoy it
    A
    Anonymous
    Solo traveler