Hemingways Watamu Hotel

$$$$||View on mapWatamu, KenyaMida Creek Road, Watamu, Watamu, Kenya|
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Hemingways Watamu Hotel
Mida Creek Road, Watamu, Watamu, Kenya·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Free WiFi9.4
Staff9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Comfort9.2
Facilities9.2
Who stays here
Couples32%
Families32%
Solo16%
Groups14%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Free WiFi9.4
Staff9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Comfort9.2
Facilities9.2
Who stays here
Couples32%
Families32%
Solo16%
Groups14%

4-star beachfront resort inside Watamu Marine National Park

Accommodations

Hemingways Watamu Hotel offers ocean view rooms and 1-bedroom suites, along with 2-bedroom apartments that include full kitchen facilities and separate living spaces. Private balconies in all rooms look out over the Watamu Marine National Park and the Indian Ocean. The hotel's 3 swimming pools include a quiet pool, a larger family pool, and a kids' pool.

Dining

The on-site beachfront restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with an emphasis on fresh seafood and locally sourced ingredients. Themed dinner nights include Mexican, Swahili, and African buffets, and the bar offers specialty cocktails like the Hemingways Dawa. Breakfast features a buffet with made-to-order omelettes, fresh juices, and a variety of breads and pastries.

Wellness & Activities

The Hemingways Watamu Spa provides hot stone massages, body scrubs, facials, and manicures, with therapists like Marion noted for relieving knots in two sessions. Guests can join a sunset dhow cruise that includes snorkelling, fresh seafood grill, and cocktail service by the boat's bartender. The hotel's fitness centre, sauna, and 3 pools are available, and the activities team organises deep sea fishing and dolphin watching excursions.

Family & Children

Hemingways Watamu provides a children's playground, indoor play area, and kids' outdoor play equipment for younger guests. Babysitting services and strollers are available, and the restaurant offers a dedicated kids' menu with items like fish nuggets and fries. The family-friendly environment includes board games, themed dinner nights, and a shallow pool for children.

Location & Services

Situated within the Watamu Marine National Park, the hotel is a 5-minute drive from the Gedi Ruins and a 30-minute drive from Malindi Airport. The concierge desk arranges trips to Arabuko Sokoke National Park, Mambrui Sand Dunes, and Marafa Hell's Kitchen. A tuktuk can be organised through the hotel for exploring nearby towns, and the property provides a private beach area with sun loungers and towels.

  • Location: Beachfront inside Watamu Marine National Park, 30 min from Malindi Airport
  • Rooms: Ocean view rooms, 1-bedroom suites, 2-bedroom apartments with kitchens
  • Dining: Beachfront restaurant with fresh seafood and themed buffet nights
  • Wellness: Spa with hot stone massage, body scrubs, facials, and fitness centre
  • Activities: Snorkelling, deep sea fishing, dolphin watching, sunset dhow cruises
  • Family: Children's playground, babysitting, kids' menu, and indoor play area
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 13:00-18:30
from 04:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Year renovated:2009
Number of rooms:55
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Rooms and availability

Penthouse Apartment
  • Max:
    8 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
One-Bedroom Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
Deluxe Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Ocean view
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Valet parking

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting

Babysitting/Child services

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Children's play area

Children's menu

Baby pushchair

Cots

Private beach

Beach access

Private beach

Sun loungers

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Mini golf
  • Squash
  • Sports trainer
  • Aerobics
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Baby pushchair
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's play area

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Massage

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Ocean view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Hemingways Watamu Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 217 £
📏 Distance to centre 3.1 km
✈️ Distance to airport 20.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport Malindi, MYD

Location

Mida Creek Road, Watamu, Watamu, Kenya
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Mida Creek Road, Watamu, Watamu, Kenya
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Restaurant
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Reviews of Hemingways Watamu Hotel

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FAQ about Hemingways Watamu

What are the top attractions to visit while staying at the Hemingways Watamu Hotel hotel?
Bio-Ken Snake Farm as well as Ruins of Gedi are among the top-rated landmarks accessible within 10 and 15 minutes drive from the Hemingways Watamu Hotel hotel respectively.
Which airport is the closest to the 5-star Hemingways Watamu Hotel?
The closest airport to the 5-star Hemingways Watamu Hotel is Malindi airport (25 km) and it is reachable with a 30-minute drive.
Does Hemingways Watamu Hotel provide an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle is one of the services offered by Hemingways Watamu Hotel. Please inform the hotel staff about your estimated arrival time.
Is there a parking at the resort?
Yes, the resort offers parking on site.
What are our dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-10/10 according to reviews-dessert restaurant NON SOLO GELATO by anna offering Italian cuisine.
Can I have breakfast at the Hemingways Watamu Hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the Hemingways Watamu Hotel.
What time is check-in and check-out at the 5-star Hemingways Watamu Hotel hotel?
Guests of the 5-star Hemingways Watamu Hotel hotel can check in from 13:00 to 23:59 and check out from 10:00.
What payment methods are available in the resort?
At the resort, you can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and American Express.
What room types are available at Hemingways Watamu Hotel hotel?
Twin Room, Double Room, and One-Bedroom Apartment are among the room types available at Hemingways Watamu Hotel hotel.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at the Hemingways Watamu Hotel?
Most rooms of the Hemingways Watamu Hotel include a balcony and a dining place as well as a multi-channel television.
Is the resort accessible to people with disabilities?
Yes, wheelchair access and rooms with accessible facilities are provided at the resort for guests with special needs.
Is there a swimming pool in Hemingways Watamu Hotel hotel?
Yes, Hemingways Watamu Hotel hotel features an outdoor swimming pool.
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