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Hemingways Watamu

–Excellent location - show map
+68 photos
Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

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Experience world-class service at Hemingways Watamu

Offering a spa and wellness centre, 2 pools surrounded by palm trees, Hemingways Watamu is located on the beachfront of Watamu. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning and free WiFi. The rooms are furnished in a modern style and offer bright interiors with views of the ocean. Each has a private bathroom with a hairdryer. The on-site restaurant offers outdoor dining with ocean views. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, it features eclectic cuisine with a focus on fresh sea food. Guests can partake in an array of activities in the area, such as snorkeling, fishing, and bird watching. The Gede Ruins are a 5-minute drive from the property, while Malindi Airport is 20 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

  • Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

  • Fitness centre

  • Fishing

  • Spa and wellness centre

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
1 single bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
1 single bed
Bedroom 1
1 single bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
1 double bed
Bedroom 4
2 single beds
2 single beds
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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
Ecotourism Kenya Ecorating Certification Scheme
Ecotourism Kenya Ecorating Certification Scheme

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Hales
Kenya Kenya
“Beautifully maintained property, rooms were gorgeous and extremely clean, woke up to amazing views.”
Rahel
Germany Germany
“Amazing breakfast & foods 👌 excellent staffs room view direct to the beach all was very nice”
Jonathan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent location. Fantastic friendly and efficient staff”
He
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“What s stunning hotel. Incredible rooms, wow! The rooms were amazing. We had an enormous sitting room, kitchen, two big bedrooms and two big bathrooms. The service is fantastic and so friendly and professional.”
Viola
Kenya Kenya
“Very clean, spacious rooms (we stayed in the apartment block), well equipped kitchen and massive balcony”
Nirmal
Kenya Kenya
“Location was great, right next to the ocean. The breakfast buffet, could have done with a little more variety.”
Martin
Kenya Kenya
“I loved the view from the rooms!!(*a bathtub with such a view would just be perfect)Not to mention how well I'd sleep at night due to the air conditioning.The staff were great always ensuring our room is clean and tidy everyday!!The pools were...”
Hilda
Kenya Kenya
“The warm reception, Cleanliness of the rooms, very friendly staff, great food.”
Sarah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Immaculate gardens and setting, very friendly staff. Lovely spread at breakfast which we could eat in the shade outside the restaurant overlooking the ocean - a perfect setting.”
Erica
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“The rooms are big as an apartment. Very beautiful”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Seafood • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern • Romantic

House rules

Hemingways Watamu takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 13:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Featuring a balcony,these rooms include air conditioning,a minibar,and a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms are spacious and have easy access to the beach.

Please note the following dress codes:

- Hats and swimming costumes must not be worn in the restaurant or bar after 19:00

- A top or kanga must be worn on top of swimming costumes in the bar and restaurant

- Males over 12 years of age must wear trousers and a tailored shirt in the restaurant in the evening (No jeans, t-shirts, sleeveless shirts or kikoy scarves)

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hemingways Watamu in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.