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Your Watamu Holiday

With a Watamu holiday package, discovering the best of this beachfront city is easy. From its tropical climate and laid-back lifestyle to its spectacular views, this destination has something for everyone to enjoy. If your trip to Watamu includes a little sightseeing, take in major attractions such as Watamu Beach, Watamu Marine National Park and Ruins of Gedi. Whatever your travel plans or budget, organising a tailored Watamu holiday is simple with Expedia.

Watamu Holiday

Watamu Beach Holiday

Forget about the stresses of everyday life and let yourself completely relax on your Watamu holiday. There's nothing more refreshing than a cool ocean breeze and the soothing melody of waves hitting the shore. Plan your trip to Watamu the easy way by booking one of our Watamu holiday packages. Many visitors decide to spend their nights close to Watamu Beach, a local highlight only 3 kilometres from the downtown area.

Things You Should Know About Watamu

  • There's something special about being close to the water. If staying within an easy stroll of a sunny shore is your idea of a glorious getaway, browse our Watamu beach hotels and see what's on offer.
  • If your preference is to stay in one of our bed & breakfasts, check out the rates at Nyumba ya Afrika or Pashmina House.

Watamu Essential Information

Language
Swahili
Currency
Kenyan shillings
Closest Airport
Malindi Airport (MYD)
Max Temp Winter
27ºC
Max Temp Summer
29ºC
Top Sights
Watamu Beach, Malindi Beach and Silversands Beach

Our pick of the best Watamu Hotel Deals

Sun Palm Beach Resort

Sun Palm Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
Jacaranda Road, Watamu
The price is AU$261 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$261
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
7.4/10 Good! (35 reviews)
Check in went poorly as there was some confusion regarding a change in meal options. Then the room we were put in had a leaky A/C unit so we were moved to another room which we then had problems with the door lock. I have to say that with all of these minor problems they were rectified very quickly. ...

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Sun Palm Beach Resort
Medina Palms

Medina Palms

4.5 out of 5
Plot 2, Turtle Bay Road, Watamu
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$537 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$537
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
Very clean, extremely friendly staff.

Reviewed on 27 July 2025

Medina Palms
Turtle Bay Beach Club

Turtle Bay Beach Club

3 out of 5
Mida Creek Road, Watamu
The price is AU$326 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
AU$326
7 Nov - 8 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (90 reviews)
All inclusive, but share what that means to vacationers. Just because on the beach someone is wearya Turtle Bay T shirt, doesn't mean they work for the Hotel.

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Turtle Bay Beach Club
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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