Ocean Sports Resort
1 Mida Creek Road
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Why people book this hotel
“Great location Very green and cozy premises Excellent local vibe Nice pool Clea…”
“Excellent stay, the room was comfortable and quiet and the location was great - …”
“Food and rooming was excellent”
“Very nice pool and rooms”
“Gorgeous location, wonderful cozy decoration, friendly staff, good restaurant, l…”
“Excellent service all very helpful”
“The breakfast was super”
“The breakfast is ok”
“Great pool”
“Clean room”
Overview
Located in Watamu, on the South East coast of Kenya, Ocean Sports Resort offers views of the Indian Ocean. This beachfront resort features an outdoor swimming pool, restaurant and bar. All sea-facing rooms are individually decorated and come equipped with a mosquito net draped over the bed, a sofa and private entrance. Each room includes air conditioning, a safe and private bathroom. Ocean Sports Resort restaurant serves fresh seafood and locally grown fruit and vegetables with an influence of French cuisine. It also offers wood-fire pizzas and homemade bread and croissants. Guests can unwind at Ian’s Bar and enjoy a cocktail. Lunch and special meals are available upon request. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling, snorkelling and fishing. The resort borders the Watamu Marine National Park. An airport shuttle can be arranged at a charge and free WiFi is available in the reception area and bar. Malindi Airport is 23 km away.
Traveller reviews
Ruth
couple
June 3, 2026
The breakfast was super
Steve
family_with_children
May 31, 2026
“Excellent, aside from the Saturday night!”
Best place in Watamu, by a country mile. Relaxing, great ambience and always a cheerful crowd. Food and rooming was excellent. Stand out place.
JAPHETH
couple
May 28, 2026
“Relaxing 😎”
Food Ambience
Tanya
extended_group
May 18, 2026
“Local vibe, clean and nice”
Great location Very green and cozy premises Excellent local vibe Nice pool Clean rooms
Anjali
solo_traveller
May 9, 2026
Very happy with our last minute stay here. Manager Johnathan made staying here great and it's very affordable and reasonable. Great pool!
Natasha
solo_traveller
May 8, 2026
Excellent stay, the room was comfortable and quiet and the location was great - right on the beach and beautiful views. The team did a wonderful job of making Ocean Sport feel like my 'second home'.
Inge
solo_traveller
May 5, 2026
Gorgeous location, wonderful cozy decoration, friendly staff, good restaurant, lots of options to do, I would surely recommend it!
Shushma
solo_traveller
May 4, 2026
“Comfortable”
Location
Janet
family_with_children
April 27, 2026
“Very relaxing and enjotable, will be back soon”
Location, friendliness, excellent food and drinks menu, overall lovely :)
Mesfin Abdi
family_with_children
March 31, 2026
“Absolutely amazing staff. I will definitely go back”
The breakfast is ok. Maybe a better tea pots?
Amit
solo_traveller
March 30, 2026
Location
Silvia Sargenti
solo_traveller
March 27, 2026
“Very nice rooms and pools. Perfect spot to relax!”
Very nice pool and rooms. Perfect location with direct access to the beach. Good spot to relax! The hotel organizes also a lot of activities.
Karen
couple
March 13, 2026
“I will definitely stay here again”
V comfortable bed and excellent linen. Clean room. Lovely garden. Excellent service all very helpful. Restaurant and bar overlooking the beach. Beautiful.
Kate
couple
March 13, 2026
“We absolutely loved our stay here!”
Everything! Location staff and food all excellent
DAVIES
solo_traveller
March 12, 2026
Very well ran hotel and everything is Perfect with a relaxed vibe. All staff are super friendly and kind. Breakfast is superb. If your visiting Watamu this is the place to stay.. Ill be back soon
Philip
couple
March 11, 2026
“Perfect base to enjoy Kenyan hospitality and food. Thank you”
Perfect place for our 1st night in Kenya: warm welcome at reception, friendly smiling staff, comfortable room, romantic walk along the beach at sunset, delicious dinner looking out over the sea, good night's sleep and a delicious buffet breakfast with plenty of fresh local fruit.
Susan
solo_traveller
March 9, 2026
“Wonderful. Met all my expectations and more.”
The whole layout of the hotel is wonderful. Bedrooms are above and away from the main hotel
david
couple
March 6, 2026
“Superb”
Beautiful location, very relaxex atmosphere. Polite and friendly staff and great food. Very well kept gardens and very comfortable facilities
William
couple
February 26, 2026
“Always a banker. Lovely spot.”
Great place, lovely people and delcious food. Would recommend and would go back. Always reliable and great with a young baby.
Anne
couple
February 17, 2026
“We couldn’t have enjoyed ourselves more”
Excellent
Facilities
Activities
Tennis court, Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Spa and wellness centre, Children's playground, Table tennis, Windsurfing, Darts, Cycling, Diving, Snorkelling, Indoor pool, Indoor pool (all year), Nightclub/DJ, Beachfront, Tennis equipment, Beach, Game drives, Bike tours, Tour or class about local culture, Live music/performance, Live sport events (broadcast)
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Indoor play area, Kids' outdoor play equipment
Food & Drink
Special diet menus (on request), Wine/champagne, Breakfast options, Restaurant, Bar
General
Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (all year)
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Pool and wellness
Swimming pool, Pool/beach towels, Swimming Pool
Safety & security
24-hour security, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Services
Airport shuttle (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, Shuttle service, Ironing service, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Airport shuttle, Shuttle service (additional charge), Luggage storage, Fax/photocopying, Packed lunches
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Family Room
Offering a sea view, this air-conditioned, spacious room has a seating area. - Non smoking room.
Four-Bedroom Cottage
This family room has air conditioning, a kitchen and terrace with sea view. - Non smoking room.
Standard Double Room
Offering a sea view, this air-conditioned room has a seating area. - Non smoking room.
Luxury Suite
Offering views of the sea and an upstairs terrace with a seating area. This air-conditioned, spacious suite has a sofa, minibar and electric kettle. - Non smoking room.
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