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Hemingways Watamu

Diani & the coast, Kenya

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Breakfast (BB)

Breakfast, Mineral water in room

60 rooms

North Wing Ocean View, North Wing Deluxe Ocean View, 1 Bedroom Ocean View Suite and 3 more

All ages welcome

Family rooms available

By air

30 min from Malindi Airport

Wi-Fi in rooms

From about A$490

per room / night

Overview

About Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu pairs a beachfront setting on Kenya's coast with a choice of ocean-view rooms and larger residences. North Wing rooms have private balconies, while the suites and four-bedroom penthouse provide kitchens and living spaces for families or friends travelling together. Days can centre on the swimming pools, spa and beach, with scuba diving, paddleboarding, deep-sea fishing and cultural tours available at extra cost. Breakfast is included in the standard rate. Malindi Airport is a 30-minute road transfer away, making the resort a practical coastal stop alongside a longer Kenyan journey.

“Ocean-view rooms for couples and spacious residences for families make this a flexible coastal base, with a shared pool, spa and paid marine adventures close at hand.”
Why we love it · Explore Africa

Best for

FamiliesLeisureGroups

Known for

What you can expect to see

Sea turtles, dolphins and tropical fish are part of Watamu's marine life, with the resort set beside the Indian Ocean.

Your stay

What's included

Board: Breakfast (BB)

Special offer: Stay 4, pay 3 or stay 7, pay 5 on bed and breakfast stays in hotel rooms and suites from 5 January to 17 December 2027. Consecutive nights must fall within one season, and offers cannot be combined.

Included

  • Breakfast
  • Mineral water in room

Optional extras (at a cost)

  • Transfers

Airport transfers, spa treatments and upgrades to half board or full board cost extra.

Facilities

Comforts and facilities

At the property

  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

In your room

  • Wi-Fi in your room
  • Air-conditioning
  • In-room WiFi

Rooms

Where you sleep

  • North Wing Ocean ViewOcean view, Private balcony, En-suite bathroom, Air-conditioning, In-room WiFi, Mini bar
  • North Wing Deluxe Ocean ViewOcean view, Private balcony, En-suite bathroom, Air-conditioning, In-room WiFi
  • 1 Bedroom Ocean View SuiteFull kitchen, Sea-view terrace, En-suite bedroom, Living and dining area
  • 2 Bedroom Ocean View SuiteTwo bedrooms, Two bathrooms, Sea-view terrace, Full kitchen, Living and dining areas
  • 2 Bedroom Deluxe Ocean View SuiteTwo bedrooms, Private ocean-view terrace, Fully equipped kitchen, Living and dining area
  • 4 Bedroom Ocean View PenthouseFour bedrooms, Kitchen, Living and dining areas, Sea-view terraces

Getting there

How you'll arrive

  1. Malindi Airport
  2. 30 min transfer
  3. Hemingways Watamu
How you arrive
By air · 30 min from Malindi Airport
Transfers
The road transfer from Malindi Airport takes 30 minutes. The journey from Mombasa Moi International Airport takes 2.5 to 3 hours.

Good to know

Before you book

Check-in
From 13:00
Check-out
By 10:00
Children
All ages welcome. Family rooms available
Malaria
Malaria area. Ask your doctor about prevention.

When to go

Best time to visit

  1. January: Good
  2. February: Good
  3. March: Good
  4. April: Green season
  5. May: Green season
  6. June: Good
  7. July: Good
  8. August: Good
  9. September: Good
  10. October: Green season
  11. November: Green season
  12. December: Good
  • Good
  • Green season
Month-by-month notes

Jan

Good

Wildlife: Sunny skies and calm seas.

Sunny skies and calm seas.

Feb

Good

Wildlife: Sunny skies and calm seas.

Sunny skies and calm seas.

Mar

Good

Wildlife: Sunny skies and calm seas.

Sunny skies and calm seas.

Apr

Green season

Wildlife: Heavier rainfall.

Heavier rainfall.

May

Green season

Wildlife: Heavier rainfall.

Heavier rainfall.

Jun

Good

Wildlife: Cooler weather with refreshing breezes.

Cooler weather with refreshing breezes.

Jul

Good

Wildlife: Cooler weather with refreshing breezes.

Cooler weather with refreshing breezes.

Aug

Good

Wildlife: Cooler weather with refreshing breezes.

Cooler weather with refreshing breezes.

Sep

Good

Wildlife: Humpback whale migration offshore.

Humpback whale migration offshore.

Oct

Green season

Wildlife: Short rains; outdoor activities remain possible.

Short rains; outdoor activities remain possible.

Nov

Green season

Wildlife: Short rains; outdoor activities remain possible.

Short rains; outdoor activities remain possible.

Dec

Good

Wildlife: Sunny skies and calm seas.

Sunny skies and calm seas.

How we judge each month
  • Best time to visitAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
  • GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
  • Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
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Details checked November 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed when you enquire.