Watamu Beach Cottages
38 Turtle Bay Road
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Why people book this hotel
“Located within walking distance to the powdery soft sands of Turtle Bay Watamu B…”
“Path straight to the beach is nice”
“The accommodation was good and the staff were very welcoming”
“Staff was friendly and helpful”
“Ken was extremely welcoming when we checked in and made sure our stay was comfor…”
“Our cottage was good, with decent beds, a nice terrace, kitchen, etc”
“Daily cleaning and turndown was a fantastic service”
“Comfortable cottages with ensuite a/c bedrooms with hot water, a fully equipped …”
“Excellent value for money”
“Very high end service for this price range”
“I loved the fact that the hotel kept the trees everywhere, providing welcome sha…”
“The pool was lovely and access to the beach was very easy”
Overview
Situated on the beachfront in Watamu, 5 km from Watamu National Marine Park, Watamu Beach Cottages features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking. A flat-screen TV, as well as a CD player are available. Certain rooms have a seating area for your convenience. You will find a kettle in the room. All rooms have a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. The cottages are self-catering and have fully equipped kitchens. There is babysitting service at the property. The area is popular for snorkelling and windsurfing. The guest house also offers car hire. The nearest airport is Malindi Airport, a 30-minute drive from the property and Moi International Airport is 120 km away.
Traveller reviews
maja
couple
June 18, 2026
I just love Watamu ;)
Elspeth
solo_traveller
June 11, 2026
Located within walking distance to the powdery soft sands of Turtle Bay Watamu Beach Cottages are one of my favourite destinations ever.
Angela
solo_traveller
May 23, 2026
Ken was extremely welcoming when we checked in and made sure our stay was comfortable. The housekeeping ladies especially Rukia were also very warm and welcoming
Vincent
family_with_children
May 13, 2026
“Nice, cool and large cottage by the beach”
Our cottage was good, with decent beds, a nice terrace, kitchen, etc. I loved the fact that the hotel kept the trees everywhere, providing welcome shade throughout the compound and even by the pool. Path straight to the beach is nice.
Samantha
family_with_children
April 18, 2026
“Perfect little get away”
Sahale
family_with_children
January 31, 2026
The location is great. The accommodation was good and the staff were very welcoming
Bernadette
extended_group
January 13, 2026
“Very relaxing stay”
Likes that it was near the beach, lots of greenery around the cottages that made the place cool and beautiful. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Marco
family_with_children
January 4, 2026
“Wonderful spot”
What a wonderful location!!!The easy access to the beach,the cool air amidst the trees, so many lounging areas and very helpful staff were some of the reasons why Watamu beach cottages are a great choice to stay at.
Alexander
family_with_children
December 28, 2025
Very natural place, great food, efficient staff
Rebecca Ann
couple
November 11, 2025
Really spacious and private cottage with good cooking facilities. Loved the architecture. Great facilities like the bar with lots of tables spread out for privacy and various sun loungers and hammocks with sea views. Excellent value for money. Daily cleaning and turndown was a fantastic service.
Winkler
family_with_children
November 6, 2025
“great”
We had a fantastic stay, highly recomended
jacquee
family_with_children
October 28, 2025
Pent house privacy and also had a cooking area
Alan
couple
October 27, 2025
“Ticking all the boxes and excellent value for money”
This property is only a few steps from the beach in a very good, quiet location. The rooms were very good with an excellent view of the beach. The surroundings are maintained in a very natural way. Beautiful. The staff were quiet and non-interfering and looked after our rooms quietly while we were out.
Jilly
family_with_children
August 21, 2025
“A wonderful stay - will hope to return soon”
Secluded - felt like time stood still with the sound of the Indian Ocean, white sandy beach and green sea
Lorenzo
couple
August 20, 2025
“Incredible location and friendly staff”
The property is completely immerse in the green and it’s in front of the best beach in Watamu.
Lieve
family_with_children
August 2, 2025
“High end service on a budget”
Very high end service for this price range. Comfortable cottages with ensuite a/c bedrooms with hot water, a fully equipped and clean kitchen, beautifully decorated inner and outer spaces and a personal housekeeper. Beforehand we received all necessary information for our stay, including contact details for transfers and activities. During our stay all wishes were accommodated swiftly.
Kerry
extended_group
July 25, 2025
“Location location location”
Amazing location and good rooms. Friendly staff.
Irene
family_with_children
July 20, 2025
“Beaxhfront, cosy and quiet accommodation immersed in the local environment”
Great location, beautiful green settings, privacy
Stephanie
family_with_children
June 3, 2025
Room was dank and damp. Lots of biting insects within the net
Stephen A
family_with_children
June 1, 2025
“Absolutely amazing!! We highly recommend Watamu Cottages!”
The cottages were very private, in a great location and well equipped. The pool was lovely and access to the beach was very easy. Our 2 bed cottage had a lovely little kitchen which we used a lot. But we also used the restauraunt which was great. The staff were very friendly and helpful, especially our Dada, Hariette. We have already recommended it to friends.
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Beauty Services, Manicure, Pedicure, Yoga classes, Personal trainer, Beachfront, Beach, Tour or class about local culture, Aerobics, Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Massage, Windsurfing, Canoeing, Diving, Snorkelling, Cycling
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Food & Drink
Special diet menus (on request), Kid meals, Snack bar, Bar, Breakfast options
General
Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Air conditioning
Internet
Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, BBQ facilities, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Parking garage, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Kids' pool, Swimming pool, Salt-water pool, Pool/beach towels, Shallow end, Swimming Pool
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, First aid kit available
Services
Shuttle service, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, Express check-in/check-out, Ironing service, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Tour desk, Car hire
One-Bedroom Apartment
Guests will have a special experience as the apartment provides a pool with a view. Featuring 1 bedroom, this spacious apartment offers 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower, a seating area and terrace where you can relax. In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. Among the room amenities are air conditioning, a private entrance, a dining area as well as a patio and garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
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