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Hemingways Watamu | Resort in Watamu

| 8.8 (238 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 12 Bedrooms Resort is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Ocean View, Oceanfront, Sports/Activities, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 238 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 12 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
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Heating
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

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

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Partially 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
Frankie
Oct 28, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
USA
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
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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

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

General

Safety deposit box, Fan, Trash cans, Interconnected room(s) available, Soundproofing, Tile/marble floor, Air conditioning, Mosquito net

Media & Technology

TV, Cable channels, Flat-screen TV

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, 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

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

General

Safety deposit box, Fan, Trash cans, Soundproofing, Tile/marble floor, Air conditioning, Mosquito net

Media & Technology

TV, Cable channels, Flat-screen TV

Outdoors

Patio, Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, 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

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

General

Safety deposit box, Fan, Trash cans, Soundproofing, Tile/marble floor, Air conditioning, Mosquito net

Media & Technology

TV, Cable channels, Flat-screen TV

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Terrace, Outdoor dining area

Kitchen

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

Living Area

Dining area, Sofa, Seating area, Desk

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, 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

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

General

Safety deposit box, Fan, Trash cans, Soundproofing, Tile/marble floor, Air conditioning, Mosquito net

Media & Technology

TV, Cable channels, Flat-screen TV

Kitchen

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

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Terrace, Outdoor dining area

Living Area

Dining area, Sofa, Seating area, Desk

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, 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

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

General

Safety deposit box, Fan, Trash cans, Soundproofing, Tile/marble floor, Air conditioning, Mosquito net

Media & Technology

TV, Cable channels, Flat-screen TV

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Terrace, Outdoor dining area

Kitchen

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

Living Area

Dining area, Sofa, Seating area, Desk

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, 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

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

General

Safety deposit box, Fan, Trash cans, Soundproofing, Tile/marble floor, Air conditioning, Mosquito net

Media & Technology

TV, Cable channels, Flat-screen TV

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Terrace, Outdoor dining area

Kitchen

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

Living Area

Dining area, Sofa, Seating area, Desk

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, 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

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

General

Safety deposit box, Fan, Trash cans, Interconnected room(s) available, Soundproofing, Tile/marble floor, Air conditioning, Mosquito net

Media & Technology

TV, Cable channels, Flat-screen TV

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, 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 property 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 property?

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 property 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 property?

Best-rates for the Hemingways Watamu starts from $253 per night with includes Ocean View, Oceanfront, Sports/Activities, Breakfast, Child Friendly, Laundry, Air Conditioner, Heating, Internet, Kitchen, TV, View, Private Beach, Accessibility, Transportation/Shuttle, Business Services, Spa, Restaurant, Pool, Wheelchair Accessible, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Bar, Guest Services, Entertainment, Parking, Designated Smoking Area with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is property 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 property 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 property?

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 property?

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.