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About the Hotel

Watamu National Marine Park, Watamu, Kenya
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Close to Watamu Beach
Great
8.0
7.1
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3.8
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Offering spa therapy and a terrace, the stylish Lily Palm Resort Watamu lies in a beach area of Watamu, just an 11-minute walk from Gede Ruins Archaeological Museum and only 0.9 km from Blue Bay. This 4-star resort boasts an infinity swimming pool and a private garden approximately 10 minutes by car from Mida Creek.

Location

Situated in the very heart of Watamu, the hotel is 200 metres from a private beach. The Lily Palm is only a few steps from Watamu Marine National Park and 20 km from Malindi airport.

This accommodation is also within a few blocks of Marine National Park.

Rooms

The hotel features 60 rooms with a patio and a balcony, furnished with a writing table. Guests will make use of a hair dryer and free toiletries in bathrooms equipped with a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower. Enjoy views of the garden, while staying at the Lily Palm Watamu.

Eat & Drink

The property also includes an à la carte restaurant with a variety of international specialities. Refreshing drinks and snacks are served in the beach bar. Mapango Restaurant offers a variety of Mediterranean delicacies and lies around 5 minutes' walk away.

Leisure & Business

Lily Palm Resort offers snorkelling, fisheries, and diving trips as well as bicycle and car hire services. Thanks to a diving club and a golf playground, guests can stay fit at this Watamu hotel.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit Watamu Marine National Park for stunning snorkeling adventures.
  • Try fresh seafood at The Old Man and the Sea for a local delight.
  • Explore the ancient ruins of Gede for a taste of history.
  • Stroll through Watamu Village Market for unique souvenirs and crafts.
  • Catch a sunset at Turtle Bay for a magical end to your day.
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Lily Palm Resort offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Duara Comfort Room balcony
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Balcony
Standard Double Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Balcony
Mapango Superior Balcony
2 persons
380 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Shower
Balcony
Standard Family Room
2 persons
540 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Balcony
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Facilities

Lily Palm Resort offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.1/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Private beach
  • Hairdresser
  • Coffee shop
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Lily Palm Resort Location

Watamu National Marine Park, Watamu, Kenya
Map view
Watamu National Marine Park, Watamu, Kenya
Nearby
Watamu Marine National Park
1100 ft
Restaurants
Mapango Restaurant
0 ft
Jacaranda road Road to the beach opposite police station
Come Back Club Watamu
2300 ft
Beach Road
Hosteria Romana Watamu
3000 ft
Watamu Beach Road Watamu
Marina Restaurant
4200 ft
Restaurant
Ascot Restaurant
3400 ft
Watamu Beach Road
NON SOLO GELATO by anna
4300 ft
Turtle Bay Road
Mida Dhow
2600 ft
Mida Creek Creek Road
Getting around
City Centre
Watamu23 min  ·  1.2 mi
Airports
Malindi Airport (MYD)30 min  ·  12.4 mi
Vipingo (vpg)117 min  ·  48.1 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 12:00-23:59
Check-out
from 08:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs US$11 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
Italian, Swahili
Number of rooms:
60

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Lily Palm Resort from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 233 verified reviews
7.6/10
Very good
74%
Recommend
Breakfast
5.9/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Comfort
8.2/10
Facilities
8.1/10
Free Wi-Fi
6.2/10
Location
8.8/10
Paid Wi-Fi
5.9/10
Staff
9.1/10
Value for money
8.2/10
Guest reviews
based on 556 reviews
8.0/10
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