Hemingways Watamu | Resort in Watamu

| 8.8 (192 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: Pool, Fireplace/Heating, Toiletries, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 192 reviews with the average score of 8.8 . 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
TV
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Private Beach
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Coffee house on site
  • Bar
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Snack bar
  • Fruit
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Parking
  • Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Free parking
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Activities
  • Spa facilities
  • Waxing services
  • Racquetball
  • Beachfront
  • Canoeing
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Beauty services
  • Happy hour
  • Mini golf
  • Pedicure
  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness center
  • Themed dinners
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Massage
  • Aerobics
  • Body treatments
  • Beach
  • Windsurfing
  • Manicure
  • Live music/Performance
  • Body wrap
  • Sauna
  • Playground
  • Fishing
  • Facial treatments
  • Private beach area
  • Snorkeling
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Fitness
  • Diving
  • Personal trainer
  • Body scrub
  • Spa
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
General
  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Heating
  • Safe
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Designated smoking area
Guest Services
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Private check-in/out
  • Business center
  • Ironing service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Room service
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Express check-in/out
  • Strollers
  • Packed lunches
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Laundry
  • Shuttle service
  • Suit press
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Concierge
  • Valet parking
  • Currency exchange
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
Security/Safety
  • Key access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV outside property
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • First aid kits available
  • Cashless payment available
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Swimming pool

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
Emily
Apr 29, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Great location, beautiful views and the staff were all so friendly and welcoming!
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Room Arrangement

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

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

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

General

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

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk

View

Sea view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing

Pool and Spa

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

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

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

General

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

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Patio, Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk

View

Sea view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing

Pool and Spa

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

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

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

General

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

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Outdoor dining area, Terrace

Kitchen

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

Living Area

Desk, Sitting area, Sofa, Dining area

View

Sea view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing

Pool and Spa

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

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

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

General

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

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels

Kitchen

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

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Outdoor dining area, Terrace

Living Area

Desk, Sitting area, Sofa, Dining area

View

Sea view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing

Pool and Spa

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

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

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

General

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

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Outdoor dining area, Terrace

Kitchen

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

Living Area

Desk, Sitting area, Sofa, Dining area

View

Sea view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing

Pool and Spa

Pool towels, Shallow end, Pool with a view
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
Penthouse Apartment

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

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

General

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

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Outdoor dining area, Terrace

Kitchen

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

Living Area

Desk, Sitting area, Sofa, Dining area

View

Sea view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing

Pool and Spa

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

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

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

General

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

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk

View

Sea view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing

Pool and Spa

Pool towels, Shallow end, Pool with a view

FAQ's

Is this Hemingways Watamu pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Hemingways Watamu?

Check-in time for Hemingways Watamu starts counting from 1:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Hemingways Watamu have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Hemingways Watamu has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Hemingways Watamu?

Best-rates for the Hemingways Watamu starts from $268 per night with includes Parking, Oceanfront, Sports/Activities, Wheelchair Accessible, Transportation/Shuttle, Security/Safety, Entertainment, Kitchen, Guest Services, Breakfast, Private Beach, Accessibility, Business Services, Bar, Air Conditioner, Ocean View, Designated Smoking Area, TV, Balcony/Terrace, View, Wellness Facilities, Spa, Restaurant, Pool, Fireplace/Heating, Toiletries, Child Friendly, Internet, Laundry with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Hemingways Watamu a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this resort 5 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the resort has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Hemingways Watamu wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Hemingways Watamu is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Hemingways Watamu?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Hemingways Watamu indicates 1 day stay policy at this resort. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Hemingways Watamu?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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