Wake up to the symphony of waves at Hemingways Watamu, your personal slice of coastal paradise, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Watamu Beach and a 3-minute drive from Prawn Lake. This beach hotel is 7 minutes drive to Mida Creek and 15 minutes drive to Ruins of Gedi.

Bask in beachfront bliss with room service, premium bedding, a private bathroom with premium toiletries, a 32-inch flat-screen TV, a fully-stocked minibar, complimentary high-speed WiFi, mini-refrigerator and a private balcony, sand between your toes within steps. Conveniences include an in-room safe, a full kitchen, a phone, bathrobes and a desk.

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Property Details

Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Gift shops or newsstand
Banquet hall
Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
Pool umbrellas
Number of meeting rooms - 1
Windsurfing nearby
Free WiFi
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of outdoor pools - 2
Garden
Free newspapers in lobby
Tours/ticket assistance
Full-service spa
Fishing on site
Scuba diving on site
Airport transportation (surcharge)
Wheelchair accessible – no
Luggage storage
Business center
24-hour front desk
Mosquito nets
Number of restaurants - 1
Spa services on site
Smoke-free property
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Snorkeling nearby
Snack bar/deli
Children's pool
Laundry facilities
Free self parking
Elevator
Fitness facilities
Terrace
Hair salon
Pool sun loungers
Concierge services
Total number of rooms - 60

Check-in

Check-in is from 1:00 PM until midnight. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Other details

Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the hotel's restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Watamu Beach - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Prawn Lake - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Mida Creek - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
Ruins of Gedi - 7.6 km / 4.8 mi
Portuguese Chapel - 24.9 km / 15.5 mi
Vasco da Gama Pillar - 25.4 km / 15.8 mi
Malindi Beach - 26.1 km / 16.2 mi
Silversands Beach - 26.5 km / 16.5 mi
Marine Park - 30.6 km / 19 mi
Mambrui Beach - 39.2 km / 24.4 mi
Pwani University - 50.5 km / 31.4 mi
St. Patrick's Catholic Church - 51.7 km / 32.1 mi
Kilifi Bridge - 52 km / 32.3 mi
The nearest major airport is Malindi (MYD) - 20.5 km / 12.7 mi

One child 5 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

Hotel policies

General

Professional property host/manager
No cribs (infant beds) available
No rollaway/extra beds available
Essential workers only - NO

Pets

Service animals not allowed
Pets not allowed

Other charges

Airport shuttle fee: USD 20.00 per person (one way)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

Watamu, Watamu, Kilifi County 80202, Kenya

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