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WATAMU BEACH COTTAGES

This is an ideal destination for beach lovers looking for a family vacation, a romantic getaway or seeking a little active adventure. We are well situated on a beautiful, beachfront property located along the North coast of Kenya.

A Peaceful Paradise

Watamu Beach Cottages

Watamu Beach Cottages is a beautiful, wildly rustic, coastal property situated in Watamu, Kenya. Our large, beachfront plot is immersed in nature and has so much to offer whilst you are on holiday with us – it’s a Peaceful Paradise!

Enjoy the relaxed, tranquil environment of our shady, tree-filled property with lush gardens, laze around the pool or take a stroll down to the glorious, white sands of the unspoiled beach which is a few meters down our private pathway.

Our many, unique accommodation choices vary, with more budget friendly options found at Watamu Sailing Camp, set amongst the beach forest on our property. We don’t just have standard hotel rooms – we try to offer each guest an experience when staying with us. Enjoy self-catering or B&B options throughout the year, and be sure to give our Bamba Kofi Snackbar a try – a popular spot enjoyed exclusively by our guests, where you may order a delicious meal at any time of the day. Our beach resort is family-run, along with our wonderful team of valuable staff members, who are always on hand to make your stay as comfortable as possible.

Our homely, beach resort is a peaceful oasis ready to welcome YOU to enjoy a truly special, once-in-a-lifetime holiday!

This is an ideal destination for beach lovers looking for a family vacation, a romantic getaway or seeking a little active adventure.

AMAZING BEACHFRONT HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION

Self Catering Coastal Homes

Watamu Beach Cottages is a peaceful paradise along the North coast of Kenya

Our holiday-home choices have been designed to offer an option for everyone and to suit all budgets. The varied accommodation ranges from tents or tent huts in the forest for a Camping adventure, air-conditioned Clubrooms to comfy Cool Chalets, all located at Watamu Sailing Camp, to pool side Cottages with air conditioning, two sea-view Apartments, & a double story, sea facing Villa. This is a peaceful, beachfront oasis just waiting for you to arrive to experience all its magic and natural beauty.

Location

We are situated on the North Coast of Kenya in Watamu, approximately 5 kms from Watamu Village on a large 5 acre, beachfront property, along Turtle Bay Road. We are based in the heart of the Watamu National Marine Park.

Getting there

Make your way to Magical Kenya! We recommend catching a flight from Nairobi to Malindi and then a taxi directly to us in Watamu. This is the fastest route. Alternatively, you can opt for the train or fly to Mombasa and arrange a taxi to Watamu.

The Best Choice for your next Holiday

Salt Pool

Cool off and relax around our sparkling blue, salt water swimming pool. Rest and relaxation are essential here.

Beach Access

Step down to the beautiful, white, sandy beach of the Watamu National Marine Park with direct, private access from our property. It is literally paradise on your doorstep.

Snackbar

Spend some relaxing time at Bamba Kofi Snackbar – an outdoor dining area at our Clubhouse exclusively available to all guests. Enjoy fast speed WIFI and order freshly prepared meals & refreshments. Breakfast time is popular here!

Activities

Explore a variety of cool excursions, visit interesting places and take part in host of fun water activities, like snorkelling, diving, kite surfing with JC Kiteschool, stand up paddle boarding or kayaking along the Mida Creek...

Our Facilities

We have some beautiful facilities & chill spots located around our large property, created for our guests to enjoy their holiday experience with us.

Bamba Kofi Snackbar

Our Snackbar at Watamu Sailing Camp, set under a huge makuti roof, is a tropical, open, outdoor clubhouse. We have a bar and a small menu offering our guests simple, yet tasty meals, which we recommend pre-ordering ahead of time if you can. We don’t profess to be a restaurant, just an inviting snack bar for the convenience of our guests when you really don’t feel like cooking, you fancy a chilled evening with a beer, a glass of wine and something to eat. We welcome our guests to spend the day catching up on work or simply to relax.
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Salt Water Swimming Pool

Spend a few hours at our sparkling, salt water swimming pool where you can cool off after a day at the beach, and laze around on a sun bed with a good book! Our pool is surrounded by lush shady trees and gardens, keeping it cool and private.

Viewpoints

There are four separate viewpoints which have been built on the edge of the cliff at our beachfront. Relax under the makuti for a spot of shade and take in the spectacular panoramic views of the ocean. Guests love to spend the day here, enjoying the ever changing scene.

Rooftop Lounge

Who doesn't enjoy a beautiful view? There's a special space exclusive to our guests, found up hight at the top of our Clubhouse building. A perfect chill spot away from it all, to enjoy 360° views; catch the awesome sunsets or just be still and bask in the balmy sea breeze! Enjoy the privacy and the peacefulness this beautiful space offers.

Sea Breeze Massage

Take the opportunity to indulge in a Relaxing Massage with a picturesque ocean view. At the front of our property, we offer a serene and private viewpoint where you can unwind and enjoy a soothing massage. Our goal is to provide you with a tranquil experience, complete with the calming sounds of the ocean and refreshing sea breeze. Choose from our range of massage options and leave feeling recharged and refreshed.

Activities

Enjoy some fun and laughter with a game of Pétanque at our beach sand communal area at Watamu Sailing Camp. There's a place to chill under a makati umbrella, a serene water feature and plenty of space to get little competitive with friends and fellow guests!
Check out our new Table Tennis area located adjacent to the Snackbar... a great way to have fun with the family.
For those wanting to explore around Watamu village and surrounds, we now offer E-bikes for hire.

Gym

We have a small workout spot with some weights and few machines to help you stay active with your fitness routine whilst on holiday with us.

Camping

Get into nature and camp in one of our super comfy Tent Huts or Tents in our lush forest areas. Listen to the sounds of nature all around you with the distant crashing of waves onto the beach. Watamu Sailing Camp caters to Overlanders who need a camping space for their vehicles as well as those who would like to bring their own tents.

How we try to make your stay at Watamu Beach Cottages more Special

We want your holiday to be a safe, fun and memorable one

Transport Services

We can arrange a Taxi to transfer you to and from the airports - please organise this with us at the time. Tuk-Tuks and Boda-Bodas are readily available to get you around Watamu.

Your own Cook

A personal cook can be hired to prepare all your meals. Fresh fish, crabs & prawns are available daily from our local fishermen and all grocery items can be purchased from the local supermarkets and stores.

Kite Surfers Paradise

We are situated along one of the best beaches with perfect sea and wind conditions for Kite Surfing. Bring your own equipment or grab a lesson or two with JC Kiteschool who operates from our property. It's a Kite Surfers paradise!

Safety & Security

We have two guards on duty patrolling day & night, with controlled access to the property. There is a 24hr response team from G4S with panic buttons for any unforeseen emergency. We have set up a fire safety station in the event of a fire.

Unlimited Wifi

If you need to do a spot of work whilst with us, WIFI with fast speed internet is freely available throughout our property for all our guests. In the unfortunate event of a power cut our Bamba Kofi Snackbar Clubhouse has a solar back-up system to keep you connected.

Excursions

There are so many fun & exciting outings or activities for everyone to enjoy. Excursions to explore the ocean and the surrounding areas can all be arranged with a recommended guide who you can chat to about your adventures.

Explore Watamu and all it has to offer

Enjoy sunsets whilst sampling excellent food choices at unique venues. Take guided tours and discover hidden treasures around our coastal paradise.

In House

Sea Breeze Massage

Always keeping our guests experience foremost in our minds, we encourage you to book a fabulous pamper session as part of your holiday when you

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In House

Bamba Kofi Snackbar

An inviting snack bar for the convenience of our guests when they really don’t feel like cooking or fancy a chilled evening, a beer, a glass of wine, and a place to hang out.

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Holiday Ideas

Take a Safari

The sight of dust-red elephant wallowing, rolling, and spraying each other with the midnight blue waters of the palm-shaded Galana River is one of the

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EAT OUT

Eat like a local

There’s a lot to do locally all around us! Step out and enjoy a variety of food offerings, cocktail spots and luxury resort settings to

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Some words from our happy guests

We are constantly striving to keep our wonderful guests comfortable and happy!

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Barbara
January 22, 2025

Absolut perfekter Ort zum übernachten in Watamu. Strandnähe, Sauberkeit, freundliches Personal, schöne Anlage, gutes Essen - hier stimmt alles! Danke!!

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Carla
January 20, 2025

Great stay, lovely staff, nice location - easy Bach access and not too far from restaurants in town. Restaurant at the location was also worth it 🙂

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Annelieke
January 12, 2025

I had an amazing time in Watamu! Watamu beach cottages has everything you need and is situated right next to the beach. The staff is amazing and the room I stayed in was very new and comfortable. I’ll definitely be back:)

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Janne
January 11, 2025

We had a wonderful stay and are happy to come back anytime

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Florence Marie Odile
January 9, 2025

Great place with a great laid-back feel , the place is big with a feeling of privacy, we’d definitely go back!

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Charity
December 26, 2024

Trinket is comfortable, clean and of course, nothing beats the front row beach experience!!! Thanks Ian and your team for a great visit, once again.

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Martha Elin
December 5, 2024

Tolle Unterkunft, immer wieder ! Sehr zu empfehlen;)

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Estefanía
October 31, 2024

Great facilities. We will definitely come back again and again.

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Katie
October 18, 2024

Had a great time here, will go again

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Matthew
October 10, 2024

Absolutely wonderful stay in a beach resort that has everything. Beautifully clean and well kitted out. Lovely restaurant also available!

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Vafa
September 30, 2024

Always the best stay in Watamu. Feels like home!

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Joan
September 23, 2024

Very cozy place , the caretaker was nice . fellow guests were nice to , clean pool , great view of the ocean, lots of chilling spots. Overall great place and worth the money .

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How far are the local shops?

Watamu Village is 5kms down Turtle Bay Road where you will find all shops, pharmacies, banks, and local stalls. Blue Marmelade is a well-stocked supermarket which we recommend as a one-stop shop for all your grocery needs.  

 

What is Self-Catering?

Self-Catering requires you to supply all the supplies which you will consume or use during your stay. This would include your toiletries, your food and drink and all sanitary supplies, etc. 

Self-catering accommodation is described as self-contained holiday accommodation which has facilities for the guests to prepare their own meals.

Can I bring my pet?

Yes, we welcome guests with pets but please be aware to keep your pet on a leash and supervised at all times. The safety of your animal is solely the owners responsibility.

What happens in an emergency?

We have a complete First Aid Kit available to guests if required. A Doctor is on call for any medical emergencies. There is a 24-hour response team with G4S panic buttons located in most units. The response team will assist with ambulances, police, or the fire brigade. 

We have 2 guards on duty at all times, manning the front entrance gate and patrolling the beachfront of our property.  We also have a fire safety station set up in case of a fire.  The safety of our guests is important to us! 

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Just left us a 5 star review

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Barbara
January 22, 2025

Absolut perfekter Ort zum übernachten in Watamu. Strandnähe, Sauberkeit, freundliches Personal, schöne Anlage, gutes Essen - hier stimmt alles! Danke!!

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Carla
January 20, 2025

Great stay, lovely staff, nice location - easy Bach access and not too far from restaurants in town. Restaurant at the location was also worth it :)

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Annelieke
January 12, 2025

I had an amazing time in Watamu! Watamu beach cottages has everything you need and is situated right next to the beach. The staff is amazing and the room I stayed in was very new and comfortable. I’ll definitely be back:)

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Janne
January 11, 2025

We had a wonderful stay and are happy to come back anytime

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Charity
December 26, 2024

Trinket is comfortable, clean and of course, nothing beats the front row beach experience!!! Thanks Ian and your team for a great visit, once again.

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Martha Elin
December 5, 2024

Tolle Unterkunft, immer wieder ! Sehr zu empfehlen;)

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Estefanía
October 31, 2024

Great facilities. We will definitely come back again and again.

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Katie
October 18, 2024

Had a great time here, will go again

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Matthew
October 10, 2024

Absolutely wonderful stay in a beach resort that has everything. Beautifully clean and well kitted out. Lovely restaurant also available!

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Vafa
September 30, 2024

Always the best stay in Watamu. Feels like home!

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Joan
September 23, 2024

Very cozy place , the caretaker was nice . fellow guests were nice to , clean pool , great view of the ocean, lots of chilling spots. Overall great place and worth the money .

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Yara
September 22, 2024

Fantastisch verblijf gehad. Het is een prachtig groot terrein met alles wat je maar zou willen. Vriendelijke staff. Elke dag wordt je kamer gepoetst, bed opgemaakt en je gordijnen geopend. Ontbijt was zeer uitgebreid en lekker. Zou zeker weer verblijven.

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Mohsen
September 22, 2024

Was a great weekend getaway location Kids loved the place too

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Luke
September 16, 2024

Fantastic stay with easy access to beautiful views and the white sand beach. Lovely helpful and warm staff with great fresh meals any time of day. Thanks all :) Would definitely stay again

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Sarah
September 5, 2024

Lovely little cottage near the beach! Very basic and simple but it's great for the price. Would highly recommend to others.

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Mohamed
August 24, 2024

I've always been an outdoors person so this experience was something I was looking forward to. Benjamin was awesome at checkig me in, answered all the questions I needed answers to and showed me around the place. those who shared the shared spaces with me were very friendly and respectful and i even made some new friends. the beach is a 2 min walm away. the place has all the basics one needs. i love the place and will definitely be a place i will be frequenting in Watamu. Thanks to all that contributed to my great experience.

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Ben
August 10, 2024

Really loved our stay - Ian and the whole staff at Watamu beach cottages were great, attentive and helpful. Would really recommend a stay here!

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Rahab
August 10, 2024

The fact that Lan is so responsive was what made me decide to book and stick with it.The place is just pure paradise and the place is as is advertised online which is great and worth every penny. The staffs were so welcoming, Benjamin he was always there to answer my questions and to guide me.Plus the location,every morning I loved going to the beach and is located to most touristy places, which I enjoyed exploring. I slept in a trnt,was so comfy and felt right at home. Thank u for your hospitality and definitely will be visiting again.Highly recommend this gem in Watamu.Totally worth it.

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Anastasia
August 2, 2024

An absolutely fantastic place to stay. Quiet and serene, comfortable, clean, surrounded by amazing lush gardens and mature trees. The staff were very helpful. Perfect holiday home! The beach is beautiful and sandy, within the Watamu Marine Reserve. No rocks or urchins, with beach beds organised by the local community at a very small fee. No harassment on the beach by sellers. My new favourite spot! Gorgeous!

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Claudia
July 31, 2024

We loved the cottage and our stay! We liked the quiet location, especially because you can enjoy the beach without a lot of people who want to sell you something. The property is beautiful with great sea view points and sitting areas. They also offer food, we just ate there once but can tell it was good - even if a bit pricy. There could be a better equipped kitchen (self catering) as f. ex.there were no spoons so we had to ask for them.

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Guy
July 29, 2024

Fantastic stay

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Arun
July 28, 2024

Great place to stay , we had a great time with family. has a private access to beach , nice facility , friendly staff. Will surely come back.

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Katharina
July 27, 2024

Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Die Mitarbeiter sind extrem freundlich, herzlich und hilfsbereit. Das Zimmer mit Klimaanlage hatte für uns eine gute Größe, das Bad war lediglich etwas klein. Preis-Leistung im Vergleich zu anderen Unterkünften in der Gegend sehr gut.

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Marie
July 22, 2024

Logement très agréable, personnel très gentil et prévenant. Le cadre est très sympa, piscine, ping pong, plage ... Assez excentré mais très facile de se déplacer en Tuk Tuk ou en moto. Snack pratique et bon mais évidemment plus cher que si l'on mange en ville dans les restos locaux.

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Tanneke
July 19, 2024

We hebben genoten van ons verblijf in Baobab camp. Het was een prachtige omgeving en erg rustig. Echt aan te raden.