Jacaranda Road, Watamu, Kenya
#20 of 29 B&Bs and inns in Watamu
Guests' ChoiceBased on 73 B&B reviews
7.9Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.8
Location
8.5
Facilities
8.1
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.7
Free Wifi
7.5
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Reviewed: April 1, 2025
Christine
KenyaThey provided a very good and filling breakfast.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: March 26, 2025
Linda
GermanyAlittle disorganised breakfast, the lady serving is kind but need to be taught abit here and there what comes first and time please . Facilities like juice jars are limited ,you could tell. So have to wait for others to be done. But the chef is the best and did his part (Sorry i have hospitality experience thus the criticism )
We ended up getting switched to their next door villa , "Villa Kenza " . Apparently there was a mix up in booking . I was pretty disappointed but the issue was solved fast. Nevertheless, our stay at villa Kenza was Amazing ! The chef ,is the best and there is an option for him to do meals ofcourse at extra price instead of eating out .The rooms really beautiful and quite spacious. You feel like the royals in this villa ,by the way it's a castle. I highly recommend this villa,and will hopefully return in future.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 10, 2025
Kaguru
KenyaThe introduction to the facility and it's possible services such as meal arrangement could have been done better.
The room service was very good. By
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 7, 2025
Ann
KenyaThe place is in a serene quite place,the staff is really welcoming and ready to assist when asked.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 7, 2025
Ann
KenyaThe facility just needs some Polish, and it will be fine
The great staff 👍 facility is super clean. Perfect location
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: February 24, 2025
Mehul
KenyaSteps going up were steep
Good breakfast Helpful staff Big room
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: January 6, 2025
Charles
KenyaThe friendly, welcoming, and ready to assist staff. The clean rooms and the quiet environment.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: December 12, 2024
Evangelia
GreeceWe had a great stay , we enjoyed the pool and and the colorful garden , the breakfast was delicious and the stuff so friendly and helpful!!! We will go back for sure!!!!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 2, 2024
Wolfgang
GermanyAt first I had the impression the house is not operated professionally. More like a private bed and breakfast. I also was missing a bar and a restaurant. But the best staff compensated all of it
Very clean and spacious rooms, beautiful compound, clean pool. But most of all... Best staff I ever met in a hotel. Always giving their best to be there for the customers.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: October 13, 2024
Marilynn
KenyaWe didn't like everything, we loved everything.😊
Like is an understatement. We really loved the place!!! Absolutely beautiful, very peaceful, very clean, and quiet. The facilities/amenities are good and in perfect shape. The staff are very friendly and warm. We also like that the place wasn't too far from the road which meant we could access the mall and the nearby shops. It's a short 5-minute walk to the beach, which is perfectly fine. We loved our stay and we're definitely coming back!
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 3, 2024
Mwathi
KenyaThe place was clean and room was quite spacious. It was a nice short walk to the beach. They provided towels, tissue and hand soap. Had a hot shower if one felt they needed it. It was also quite secure.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 5, 2024
Shaleen
KenyaThe staffs were so kind .. and it was for sure value for money.. Definitely will be my go to destination in Watamu
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: July 26, 2024
Llyne
KenyaMaybe a little work on the "interiors"should be a little more vibrant and relaxing.to complement the castle vybe..
The location ,friendly and helpful staff..Cleanliness of the rooms..
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: June 27, 2024
Mueni
KenyaThe cottage doors left wide open at night....I am always security cautious ....
Sal and lala is just the place to be, value for money guaranteed 👌
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: May 11, 2024
Nicholas
South AfricaThe rooms need tv
The staff n rooms were very clean
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: April 27, 2024
David
United KingdomGarden needs a little tidying….. butthat doesn’t really matter
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
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 26, 2024
Amina
KenyaThey did not change towels on the second day stay after room service
The pictures does not do the place justice, it's more beautiful in person
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 19, 2024
Philemon
KenyaDuring my recent stay at the hotel, I encountered several issues that significantly impacted my overall experience. Firstly, there was a noticeable water shortage and low water pressure, which made even the simplest tasks like showering and using the sink quite challenging. Additionally, the hotel’s security seemed to be lacking. There was an unsettling incident involving a creepy individual who peeped into my car for no apparent reason while I was outside during the day. This raised concerns about the privacy and safety measures in place. Lastly, the lack of service was evident when I had to open the gate myself upon departure. This was not only inconvenient but also left me questioning the attentiveness of the staff. In conclusion, while the hotel may offer basic amenities, the issues of inadequate water supply, questionable security, and poor service greatly detract from the comfort and peace of mind that one expects from their accommodation.
I was delighted by the cleanliness of the room and the beautiful environment surrounding the hotel. It provided a serene and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for a relaxing stay.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 16, 2025
Maria
NorwayA bit hard to find
Nice pool, nice staff, good value for money, good breakfast, big rooms and very clean
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 7, 2025
Mary
KenyaWas a good place
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: February 21, 2025
Chris
KenyaA bit run down, needs renovation, paint, water issues at the bathroom, noisy neighborhood blaring disco music in our case.
The staff organized me a bed in a room for the staff without a bathroom, as they misinterpreted my booking, at least they did not charge me.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: January 14, 2025
Olivia
KenyaThere are no mirrors in the Queen room! Hard to get dressed/ready. There’s also no drinking water provided to guests, you have to buy.
The property was very clean and easily accessible. Convenient location for all your accessibility needs
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: December 14, 2024
Adero
KenyaThe staff at this hotel were incredibly welcoming and helpful throughout our stay. The rooms were immaculate and very comfortable. We also enjoyed the delicious breakfast each morning and loved the convenient location close to major attractions.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 13, 2024
Caroline
KenyaRooms not cleaned everyday and maybe change the linens and towels .. electricity was on and off during the stay...maybe a TV should be kept in each room and also it's abit far from the centre but the staffs were helpful to get something when there was need!
The staff were polite and helpful...also suitable for someone who wants a conducive environment with no noise ! Also secure
Stayed in December 2024
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