Hemingways Watamu | Resort in Watamu

| 8.7 (116 Reviews) |  12 Bathrooms  31 Guests
Watamu Resort | Hemingways Watamu

Resort in Watamu

Offering a spa and wellness center, 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 12 mi away.

Hemingways Watamu is located in Watamu.

This 55 Bedrooms Resort is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Breakfast, Designated Smoking Area, Oceanfront, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 116 reviews with the average score of 8.7 . Coming to Watamu and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Resort for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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This Hemingways Watamu in Watamu is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Hemingways Watamu”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Resort, please let us know.

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Watamu Marine National Park, B8, Watamu, 80202, Kenya

Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Restaurant
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Kids' meals
  • Bar
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Fruit
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Free parking
  • Parking
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Toilet with grab rails
Activities
  • Facial treatments
  • Darts
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Body scrub
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Beauty services
  • Beachfront
  • Racquetball
  • Fitness
  • Windsurfing
  • Themed dinners
  • Fishing
  • Fitness center
  • Live music/Performance
  • Spa facilities
  • Waxing services
  • Spa
  • Snorkeling
  • Massage
  • Body wrap
  • Beach
  • Mini golf
  • Personal trainer
  • Diving
  • Ping-pong
  • Canoeing
  • Manicure
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Smoke-free property
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Elevator
  • Safe
Guest Services
  • Concierge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Room service
  • Ironing service
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Express check-in/out
  • Airport shuttle
  • Business center
  • Currency exchange
  • Laundry
  • Baggage storage
  • Packed lunches
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Tour desk
  • Private check-in/out
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour front desk
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits available
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Kids' pool

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
Featuring a balcony,these rooms include air conditioning,a mini-bar,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)please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.74
Location:
9.16
Staff:
8.78
Facilities:
9.17
Comfort:
9.24
Cleanliness:
9.13
Sep 19, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Double Room with Sea View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 40 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Conditioner, Towels, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Body soap, Shower, Bathtub or shower, Bathrobe, Private bathroom, Bathtub

General

Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Fan, Soundproof, Trash cans, Tile/Marble floor, Interconnecting room(s) available, Safe

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels, Pool with a view
Deluxe Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 40 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Deluxe Double Room

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Conditioner, Towels, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Body soap, Shower, Bathtub or shower, Bathrobe, Private bathroom, Bathtub

General

Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Fan, Soundproof, Trash cans, Tile/Marble floor, Safe

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels, Pool with a view
Two-Bedroom Apartment
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 200 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Two-Bedroom Apartment

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Conditioner, Towels, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Body soap, Shower, Bathtub or shower, Bathrobe, Private bathroom, Bathtub

General

Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Fan, Soundproof, Trash cans, Tile/Marble floor, Safe

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Oven, Wine glasses, Toaster, Dining table, Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchen, Kitchenware, Dishwasher

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk, Dining area, Sofa

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels, Pool with a view
One Bedroom Ocean View Suite
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 150 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
One Bedroom Ocean View Suite

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Conditioner, Towels, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Body soap, Shower, Bathtub or shower, Bathrobe, Private bathroom, Bathtub

General

Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Fan, Soundproof, Trash cans, Tile/Marble floor, Safe

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Oven, Wine glasses, Toaster, Dining table, Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchen, Kitchenware, Dishwasher

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk, Dining area, Sofa

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels, Pool with a view
Deluxe Apartment
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 240 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Deluxe Apartment

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Conditioner, Towels, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Body soap, Shower, Bathtub or shower, Bathrobe, Private bathroom, Bathtub

General

Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Fan, Soundproof, Trash cans, Tile/Marble floor, Safe

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Oven, Wine glasses, Toaster, Dining table, Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchen, Kitchenware, Dishwasher

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk, Dining area, Sofa

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels, Pool with a view
Penthouse Apartment
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 400 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Conditioner, Towels, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Body soap, Shower, Bathtub or shower, Bathrobe, Private bathroom, Bathtub

General

Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Fan, Soundproof, Trash cans, Tile/Marble floor, Safe

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Oven, Wine glasses, Toaster, Dining table, Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchen, Kitchenware, Dishwasher

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk, Dining area, Sofa

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels, Pool with a view
Twin Room with Sea View
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 40 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Conditioner, Towels, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Body soap, Shower, Bathtub or shower, Bathrobe, Private bathroom, Bathtub

General

Air conditioning, Mosquito net, Fan, Soundproof, Trash cans, Tile/Marble floor, Interconnecting room(s) available, Safe

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Shallow end, Pool towels, Pool with a view

FAQ's

Is this Hemingways Watamu pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Hemingways Watamu?

Check-in time for Hemingways Watamu starts counting from 1:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Hemingways Watamu have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Hemingways Watamu has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Hemingways Watamu?

Best-rates for the Hemingways Watamu starts from $310 per night with includes Child Friendly, Air Conditioner, Pool, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Guest Services, Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Transportation/Shuttle, Spa, Entertainment, Breakfast, Designated Smoking Area, Oceanfront, Security/Safety, Business Services, Restaurant, Internet, Laundry, View, Accessibility, Bar, Toiletries with all other facilities. BedroomVillas.com.au matches every traveler with their perfect villa, resort, or rental and whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Hemingways Watamu a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this resort 5 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the resort has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Hemingways Watamu wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Hemingways Watamu is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Hemingways Watamu?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Hemingways Watamu indicates 1 day stay policy at this resort. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Hemingways Watamu?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Hemingways Watamu are as follows: Non refundable Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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