Watamu Beach Road, 80202 Watamu, Kenya
#14 of 33 hotels in Watamu
Guests' ChoiceBased on 58 hotel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Location
8.8
Facilities
8.4
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
7.0
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Reviewed: 30 March 2025
Julie
GermanyIt was a peaceful stay, will definitely come back
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 25 March 2025
Linda
United KingdomThe view from our room was not very nice although we asked for sea view it was tiny what we could see ..I would suggest some kind of screen to the left of the balcony
Very layed back
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 14 March 2025
Stefan
GermanyNothing
Lovely garden and very good customer service.We really appreciated the breakfast it was lovely
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 3 March 2025
Krishna
NigeriaThe food were not up to the expectations and also the WIFI was not available most of the time
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 27 February 2025
Daniela
ChileThe breakfast was great! I really recommend booking with breakfast. The staff is super friendly as well as the owner that's always around and worried about your needs. It's super close to the beach, and the pool inside the hotel is great. Food and drinks at the hotel are also great :)
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 10 February 2025
Lee
United KingdomSome noise from a nightclub or something could be heard from outside.
Big swimming pool, nice ambience and layout. Good staff. Clean rooms.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 8 February 2025
Mia
DenmarkThe staff is very friendly and helpful (especially the cleaning lady), though I must say I get a bit annoyed/uncomfortable when the receptionists take my phone number from my contact information and text me privately. That's crossing a line, being too unprofessional and making me feel a bit uncomfortable.
It's a very clean and safe accommodation with great access to the beach and bay.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 28 January 2025
Richard
JerseyThe property has lovely gardens and swimming pools. The accommodation is modern fresh and comfortable. The staff are very friendly and go to great lengths to make your stay enjoyable.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 26 January 2025
Liya-ur-
KenyaThere is only one receptionist whose accent is disrespectful. However, he does not do this intentionally. The management needs to provide him with training, and then he will improve.
We enjoyed our trip and stay in Ascot. The staff were friendly, and we loved the restaurant, which mostly serves delicious Italian food. We also enjoyed a free massage and found the beach area to be amazing. Overall, it’s a very safe place, and the people in the area are very friendly.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 8 December 2024
Katarina
United Arab EmiratesThe swimming pool area and the restaurant were great. I had a massage and loved it. The rooms are good. There is a great beach really close by with nice view and restaurants.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 8 December 2024
Jennifer
KenyaThe WIFI sucked! They don't have parking in the property, if you are driving, prepare to park in the streets at your own risk😏
The staff was attentive. Food was great. Room was decent and spacious enough
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 25 November 2024
Andrea
NetherlandsEverything was good.
The staff is super friendly and the location is perfect.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 15 November 2024
Kendi
KenyaHot water jugs and mugs for making tea or coffee
Welcoming staff, clean linen, clean rooms Value for money 😁
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 12 September 2024
Nicola
ItalyUnfortunately the wi-fi was not working, probably a problem affecting the whole area, with bad network coverage.
The residence is very nice, very well maintained and cleaned. The staff is very helpful and super kind. The room is spacious, clean and equipped with AC. The toilet is comfortable and hot water is always available. The swimming pool is clean and it was nice to spend some time chilling there. Very appreciated also the free massage offered at the arrival. The place is walking distance to the beach and to many restaurants close by. Boda boda and tuc tuc are always available just outside the main entrance.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 12 September 2024
Carlo
SlovakiaClose to the beach. Nice pool in resort and voucher for wellness and beach bar were appreciated.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 11 September 2024
Liz
KenyaThere was no WIFI connection in the rooms. Ɓasics like drinking water, a kettle, etc were only available for sale. Also, the room didn't have a TV...
The facilities at the property are very well maintained, the rooms are spacious with a nice coastal aesthetic. The staff are extremely helpful. Good value for money.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 21 August 2024
Ali
Germanytea and coffee maker not in the room, WLAN not working in the rooms, and there is no possibility to call reception.... sea view, yes...but also direct view on 2 graveyards.in the deluxe rooms....sunrise over the cemetery....an the Indian Ocean, of course. Water pressure was low...could not take shower in one of the two rooms, pipe problems... well, this can happen, but pls work on it Breakfast should be more continental...maybe offer a small variety of breakfasts so that guests can choose...Italian, French, English, Swahili with Mandazi, Mahamri...pancake, fresh juice Service friendly , nice breakfast area
lovely spot, although first impression on arrival was a bit shocking.... but once you enter this retreat you feel that this place is very special. Pool clean, big and well contained, staff very friendly and helpful, well-trained service staff... good a la carte food at affordable prices, dinner is served in your private gazebo...great idea... lush green garden
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 15 August 2024
Veronica
ItalyNothing
The staff is super kind, everything was accurately clean, massage girl was amazing and the pool wonderful! Everything perfect!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 13 August 2024
Haddis
SwedenThe only “bad” thing was that they didn’t have WiFi in the hotel room
The location and the staff
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 4 August 2024
Claudia
NetherlandsMinor detail: We had breakfast included and could pick from the menu. They had many options like croissants and toast, the only thing we missed was omelette or egg
Very modern and comfortable hotel with fan and airco at a great location, few minutes walking from Watamu beach for a good price. Also very friendly and helpful staff. They partner with a beach bar so that you can use free sunbeds at the beach.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 4 August 2024
Maria
RussiaInternet was very poor. Location is ok, but nearest beach isn’t that good
Very nice hotel managed by an Italian. Large territory, clean pool, nice rooms
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 2 August 2024
Said
KenyaThe staff are amazing,nice location and great service from the staff always smiling while serving
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Millie
United KingdomWe wasn’t told there was a charge to bring extra guests to stay but a compromise was made with the staff. They were very helpful and respectful.
Everything
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 26 February 2024
Mariella
KenyaThe rooms were very clean. The staff were amazing. Beautiful pool and surrounding area. Thank you.
Stayed in February 2024
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