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8.7

142 reviews

Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu

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

Reservations:

+1 (888) 385-8465

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Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Beachfront

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu is a 5-star resort in Watamu, Kenya, perched along the beachfront just 1.1mi from the city center. Address: Watamu Marine National Park, B8. The property has 142 reviews, offering a quick sense of guest impressions.

Features include breakfast service, a spa/wellness package, a restaurant, and a stunning beachfront setting with an outdoor pool (free) and a kids' pool. Practical perks include private parking (free), free wifi, room service, a fitness center (free), and 24-hour front desk, plus garden, balcony, air conditioning, and soundproof rooms for comfort.

Additional amenities span live music/performances (free), beach amenities like umbrellas and loungers, beach access, elevator and wheelchair accessibility, tour desk, and non-smoking rooms. Some services carry extra charges, including spa and massage, shuttle options, meeting/banquet facilities, airport shuttle, and babysitting.

Hemingways Watamu sits along a pristine beachfront in Watamu, Kenya, a true 5-star escape just 1.1mi from the town center. Address: Watamu Marine National Park, B8. With 142 reviews, the vibe leans toward a memorable guest experience, and the accommodations span a range from the expansive Penthouse Apartment (4306 sqft; accommodates 2 adults and 1 child, with four twin beds and two double beds) to ocean- and sea-view options like King Room (Sea View, 431 sqft) and various apartment configurations.

The resort brings daily pleasures beyond the powdery sand: breakfast service, a spa/wellness package, and a restaurant housed in a beachfront setting. Two outdoor pools—the main free-access pool and an all-season outdoor pool for all ages—pair with beach access and umbrellas/loungers for sun-soaked days. Live music and performances add a lively backdrop, while private parking, free wifi, room service, and a free fitness center keep the pace relaxed or energetic as needed.

Practical perks are plentiful: a 24-hour front desk, a tour desk, garden views, and balconies encourage lingering outdoors. Payment accepts cash and major cards (American Express, Visa, Mastercard). The property features elevator access and non-smoking rooms, with shuttle options, meeting/banquet facilities, airport shuttle, and babysitting available for an additional charge.

Closest airports

Malindi Airport

10.9mi

Vipingo Airport

34.2mi

Mombasa Airport

54.6mi

Most popular amenities

Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Beachfront

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Beach

Air conditioning

Bar

Tour desk

Parking On Site

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

Personal trainer

24-hour front desk

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Wheelchair accessible

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Patio

Kitchenette

Kitchenware

Elevator

Garden

View

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Balcony

Soundproof

Bathtub

Rooms

Penthouse Apartment in Hemingways Watamu

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Apartment, Penthouse

4 Twin Beds

2 Double Beds

4305 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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The pool with a view is the standout feature of this apartment. This spacious apartment includes 2 living rooms, 4 separate bedrooms and 4 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, a dishwasher, kitchenware and an oven. The air-conditioned apartment offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit has 6 beds.

Double Room with Sea View in Hemingways Watamu

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King Room, Sea View

1 King Size Bed

1 Twin Bed

430 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Terrace

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Spacious and with easy access to the beach and the botanical pool. The rooms are found in the North Wing of the hotel on the ground and first floor. Features Private bathrooms and a beautiful balcony overlooking the Marine Park .

Two-Bedroom Apartment in Hemingways Watamu

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

2 Twin Beds

1 King Size Bed

2155 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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Features a large master bedroom with private bathroom and a second large twin bedroom with adjoining bathroom, ideal for families. Both bedrooms offer ocean views and direct access to the terrace. Has interior and exterior lounging and dining space and a fully equipped modern kitchen.

One Bedroom Ocean View Suite in Hemingways Watamu

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

1 Twin Bed

1615 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Balcony

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This apartment offers a pool with a view. This spacious apartment consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. In the kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, a dishwasher, kitchenware and an oven. The air-conditioned apartment provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Deluxe Double Room in Hemingways Watamu

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Deluxe Room

1 King Size Bed

430 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Terrace

x4

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x3

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Located on the top floor of the North Wing, the rooms are marble tiled private bathrooms and private balconies views of the ocean and horizon.

Deluxe Apartment in Hemingways Watamu

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Deluxe Apartment

3 Twin Beds

2585 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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A 2 Bedroom Deluxe Apartment featuring a large master bedroom with private bathroom and a second large twin bedroom with adjoining bathroom. It has great ocean views and direct access to the terrace, has interior and exterior lounging and dining space and a fully equipped modern kitchen.

Deluxe Single Room with Sea View in Hemingways Watamu

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Deluxe Room, Sea View

1 Twin Bed

430 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Terrace

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Featuring a sea view, this junior suite includes a satellite flat-screen TV, lounge area, and private bathroom. The suites on the ground floor include a terrace.

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Room, Sea View

1 Twin Bed

Balcony

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

x4

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x3

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Room, 2 Twin Beds, Sea View

2 Twin Beds

Balcony

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

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Apartment, Penthouse, 4 Bedrooms, Ocean View

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Guest reviews

8.7

142 reviews

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

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Breakfast

Points of Interest Around Hemingways Watamu

Airports

Malindi Airport

10.9mi

Vipingo Airport

34.2mi

Mombasa Airport

54.6mi

Restaurants

Restaurant #1

Cuisines

  • Seafood
  • GrillBbq

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Modern
  • Romantic

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Location

  • Outdoor

Age restrictions

  • All ages

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Hemingways Watamu

Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Beachfront

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Beach

Air conditioning

Bar

Tour desk

Parking On Site

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

Personal trainer

24-hour front desk

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Wheelchair accessible

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Patio

Kitchenette

Kitchenware

Elevator

Garden

View

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Balcony

Soundproof

Bathtub

Stay rules - Hemingways Watamu

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property