Hemingways Watamu | Resort in Watamu

| 9.0 (156 Reviews) |  12 Bathrooms  28 Guests
Watamu Resort | Hemingways Watamu

Resort in Watamu

Offering a spa and wellness center, 2 pools surrounded by palm trees, Hemingways Watamu is located on the beachfront of Watamu. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning and free WiFi. The rooms are furnished in a modern style and offer bright interiors with views of the ocean. Each has a private bathroom with a hairdryer. The on-site restaurant offers outdoor dining with ocean views. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, it features eclectic cuisine with a focus on fresh sea food. Guests can partake in an array of activities in the area, such as snorkeling, fishing, and bird watching. The Gede Ruins are a 5-minute drive from the property, while Malindi Airport is 12 mi away.

Hemingways Watamu is located in Watamu.

This 55 Bedrooms Resort is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: View, Accessibility, Spa, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 156 reviews with the average score of 9 . Coming to Watamu and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Resort for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 55 Bedrooms Resort if you want to learn more about this place in Watamu. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Hemingways Watamu in Watamu is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Hemingways Watamu”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Resort, please let us know.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Restaurant
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Kids' meals
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Fruit
  • Breakfast in the room
Parking
  • Parking
  • Free parking
  • Parking on site
  • Private Parking
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Activities
  • Diving
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Beachfront
  • Body scrub
  • Themed dinners
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Manicure
  • Body treatments
  • Fishing
  • Windsurfing
  • Facial treatments
  • Racquetball
  • Personal trainer
  • Beach
  • Live music/Performance
  • Fitness center
  • Snorkeling
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Canoeing
  • Mini golf
  • Spa
  • Beauty services
  • Waxing services
  • Fitness
  • Pedicure
  • Massage
Entertainment
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Designated smoking area
  • Safe
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Concierge
  • Airport shuttle
  • Business center
  • Ironing service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Baggage storage
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Tour desk
  • Valet parking
  • Packed lunches
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Private check-in/out
  • Currency exchange
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Room service
  • Express check-in/out
  • Shuttle service
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Laundry
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • 24-hour security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kits available
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Cashless payment available
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Kids' pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Featuring a balcony,these rooms include air conditioning,a mini-bar,and a private bathroom with a shower. the rooms are spacious and have easy access to the beach, please note the following dress codes: hats and swimming costumes must not be worn in the restaurant or bar after 19:00, a top or kanga must be worn on top of swimming costumes in the bar and restaurant, males over 12 years of age must wear trousers and a tailored shirt in the restaurant in the evening (no jeans, t-shirts, sleeveless shirts or kikoy scarves)please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.74
Location:
9.16
Staff:
8.78
Facilities:
9.17
Comfort:
9.24
Cleanliness:
9.13
Andrew
Jan 22, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
Australia
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Double Room with Sea View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 40 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels, Bathrobe, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shower

General

Soundproof, Tile/Marble floor, Fan, Safe, Interconnecting room(s) available, Mosquito net, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Living Area

Desk

View

Sea view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Drying rack for clothing

Pool and Spa

Pool towels, Pool with a view, Shallow end
Deluxe Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 40 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels, Bathrobe, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shower

General

Soundproof, Tile/Marble floor, Fan, Safe, Mosquito net, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Patio, Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Living Area

Desk

View

Sea view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Drying rack for clothing

Pool and Spa

Pool towels, Pool with a view, Shallow end
Two-Bedroom Apartment
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 200 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels, Bathrobe, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shower

General

Soundproof, Tile/Marble floor, Fan, Safe, Mosquito net, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area, Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Dining table, Wine glasses, Oven, Kitchen, Electric kettle, Toaster

Living Area

Dining area, Sofa, Sitting area, Desk

View

Sea view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Drying rack for clothing

Pool and Spa

Pool towels, Pool with a view, Shallow end
One Bedroom Ocean View Suite
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 150 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels, Bathrobe, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shower

General

Soundproof, Tile/Marble floor, Fan, Safe, Mosquito net, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Cable channels

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Dining table, Kitchenette, Wine glasses, Oven, Kitchen, Electric kettle, Toaster

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area, Balcony, Terrace

Living Area

Dining area, Sofa, Sitting area, Desk

View

Sea view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Drying rack for clothing

Pool and Spa

Pool towels, Pool with a view, Shallow end
Deluxe Apartment
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 240 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels, Bathrobe, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shower

General

Soundproof, Tile/Marble floor, Fan, Safe, Mosquito net, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area, Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Dining table, Wine glasses, Oven, Kitchen, Electric kettle, Toaster

Living Area

Dining area, Sofa, Sitting area, Desk

View

Sea view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Drying rack for clothing

Pool and Spa

Pool towels, Pool with a view, Shallow end
Penthouse Apartment
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 400 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels, Bathrobe, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shower

General

Soundproof, Tile/Marble floor, Fan, Safe, Mosquito net, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area, Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Dining table, Wine glasses, Oven, Kitchen, Electric kettle, Toaster

Living Area

Dining area, Sofa, Sitting area, Desk

View

Sea view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Drying rack for clothing

Pool and Spa

Pool towels, Pool with a view, Shallow end
Twin Room with Sea View
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 40 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels, Bathrobe, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shower

General

Soundproof, Tile/Marble floor, Fan, Safe, Interconnecting room(s) available, Mosquito net, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Wine glasses

Living Area

Desk

View

Sea view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Drying rack for clothing

Pool and Spa

Pool towels, Pool with a view, Shallow end
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