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About the Hotel

Watamu Marine National Park, B8, Watamu, Kenya
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Steps from Turtle Bay Beach
Perfect
9.0
/10
4.8
4.5
/5

The 5-star Hemingways Watamu Hotel is located on the beachfront, merely a 9-minute walk from Ocean Sports and features 24-hour front desk assistance and wake-up service. Located within a few blocks of Marine National Park, the hotel boasts a lounge bar, scuba diving, snorkelling, and mini golf.

Location

This Watamu hotel has a beachfront location 2.8 km from Mida Creek. Michael Savana Safari can be reached within reach of the Hemingways Watamu.

For those travelling from afar, Malindi airport is 30 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

There are 55 rooms with an air conditioner. Some of them offer a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a mini fridge bar and coffee/tea making machines. They also feature an electric kettle and a fridge. Guests can take advantage of views of the ocean.

Eat & Drink

Hemingways Watamu Hotel features an à la carte restaurant with seafood menu. Italian specialities are served at NON SOLO GELATO by anna, which is 7 minutes' walk away.

Leisure & Business

The property also includes a fitness club, spa therapy and spa services.

Must-do experiences

  • Discover the coral gardens at Waateri Beach - snorkeling paradise!
  • Savor fresh seafood at the famous Mama Piri's seafood restaurant.
  • Visit the nearby Gede Ruins for a glimpse into ancient Swahili history.
  • Explore Watamu Marine National Park - a diver's dream come true.
  • Don't miss the local markets in Malindi for crafts and souvenirs.
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Hemingways Watamu Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Bathtub
Twin Room Sea View
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Sea view
Shower
Bathtub
Double Room Sea View
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Sea view
Shower
Bathtub
Two-Bedroom Apartment
2 persons
2155 sq. feet 
2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
Shower
Bathtub
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Facilities

Hemingways Watamu Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.2/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Barber shop
  • Coffee shop
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Mini golf
  • Squash
  • Sports trainer
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Hemingways Watamu Hotel Location

Watamu Marine National Park, B8, Watamu, Kenya
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Watamu Marine National Park, B8, Watamu, Kenya
Nearby
Turtle Bay Road
Prawn Lake
1800 ft
Michael Savana Safari
1000 ft
Restaurants
The Ocean Sports Restaurant
2200 ft
1 Mida Creek Road Ocean Sports Resort
Happy Days Bar & Restaurant
4000 ft
Turtle Bay Road
NON SOLO GELATO by anna
1700 ft
Turtle Bay Road
Getting around
City Centre
Watamu5 min  ·  1.9 mi
Airports
Malindi Airport (MYD)31 min  ·  12.8 mi
Vipingo (vpg)118 min  ·  48.7 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 13:00-23:59
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Hemingways Watamu serves a full breakfast for free. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2009
Number of rooms:
55

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hemingways Watamu Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 90 verified reviews
8.9/10
Great
92%
Recommend
Breakfast
6.6/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Comfort
9.2/10
Facilities
9.2/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.4/10
Location
9.2/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.5/10
Staff
9.2/10
Value for money
8.0/10
Guest reviews
based on 169 reviews
9.0/10
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