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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 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

    • Top pick by families with children

    • 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

We have no availability here between Fri 19 Sept 2025 and Mon 22 Sept 2025

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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

  • 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.
  • Erica
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    The rooms are big as an apartment. Very beautiful
  • Jessica
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The facilities, the location, the food and drinks offered, the knowledge of the staff.
  • Humphrey
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    One of the best hospitality experiences we have had anywhere in the world. A 10 out of 10. Exceptional welcoming staff and service, and wonderful facilities and location.
  • Rafiga
    Thailand Thailand
    Everything was amazing! It is a beautiful hotel with very kind and helpful staff.
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This hotel and it's facilities were perfectly located at the seaside in Watmau. The food was great, the staff were attentive and helpful, our room had great views over the sea and was close enough to all amenities.
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful setting, with extremely helpful staff and amazing see views from room.
  • Aminovic
    United States United States
    stuff were amazing and kind ,beautiful and serene environment.Loved the room .it was super clean and beautiful.The bathrooms were clean and the balcony view was spectacular. worth each dollar. 5 star experience indeed.
  • Yvan
    Kenya Kenya
    Everything. The facility is sparkling clean and the staff are very friendly. Food was amazing in general.
  • Andrea
    Germany Germany
    Total entspannter Aufenthalt bei super Servis mit spektakulären Ausblick

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 check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

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.