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Here is a quick list of Vacation Rentals in Watamu, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Tembo House - Rafiki Village |
9.0 / 10 (17 Reviews) |
From 115$ | |
| Baobab Village |
8.8 / 10 (78 Reviews) |
From 137$ | |
| Kamakuti Villa |
10.0 / 10 (1 Reviews) |
From 238$ | |
| Rafiki Jua Resort |
9.2 / 10 (48 Reviews) |
From 123$ | |
| 2 Bedroom Mangrove Cottage With Private Pool |
9.0 / 10 (33 Reviews) |
From 90$ |
Vacation rentals in Watamu offer a unique blend of comfort and leisure, providing an ideal setting for relaxation by the Indian Ocean. From beachfront villas to cozy apartments, visitors can choose accommodations that suit their needs and preferences. The area is renowned for its stunning landscapes and rich marine life, making it a favorite destination for families, couples, and groups looking for an unforgettable getaway. Whether you seek a romantic escape or a family adventure, Watamu's vacation rentals provide the perfect base to explore local attractions and enjoy the natural beauty of Kenya's coastline.
Best Watamu Vacation Rentals
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Tembo House - Rafiki Village
From 115$
Located only 6 minutes on foot from Bio-Ken Snake Farm, the 3-bedroom Tembo House - Rafiki Village Watamu villa includes a terrace with views of the pool. Offering a swimming pool, the Watamu villa invites guests to visit Mida Creek, located 4.6 km away.
While staying at the accommodation, you'll be nearly a 10-minute drive from Kipepeo Butterfly Farm and relatively close to Seven Islands Resort. The Watamu property can be reached by car in 27 minutes from Malindi airport.
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Baobab Village
From 137$
Baobab Village Watamu villa is located 10 minutes' drive from Ruins of Gedi and invites guests to enjoy a patio.
The beach is 950 metres away, and Seven Islands Resort is a few minutes' drive from this villa. If you feel like visiting the surroundings, check out Bio-Ken Snake Farm a 16-minute walk from the property. Guests can also reach this Watamu accommodation by car from Malindi airport in 25 minutes.
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Kamakuti Villa
From 238$
Located nearly a 10-minute drive from Malindi, the 3-bedroom Kamakuti Villa Watamu offers a terrace with views of the garden.
Arabuko-Sokoke Forest can be found a few minutes' drive from this Watamu villa, and Seven Islands Resort is only 1.4 km away. Travellers can easily reach Vipingo Estate airport, which is 80 km from the beachfront villa.
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Rafiki Jua Resort
From 123$
Offering garden views, Rafiki Jua Resort Watamu villa is situated a 9-minute stroll from Bio-Ken Snake Farm.
This 7-room villa is located 3.4 km from Ocean Sports and 3.6 km from Kipepeo Butterfly Farm. The property is 25 minutes' walk from Watamu Beach. Malindi airport is 20 km away from the Watamu accommodation.
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2 Bedroom Mangrove Cottage With Private Pool
From 90$
Located 15 minutes by car from Bio-Ken Snake Farm, 2 Bedroom Mangrove Cottage With Private Pool Watamu offers game drives for guests' leisure. Located 3.8 km from Marine Park, the 2-bedroom villa boasts a terrace with views of the garden.
If you feel like visiting the surroundings, check out Watamu Marine National Park 10 minutes' drive from the 2-bathroom villa. Malindi airport is 25 km away from this Watamu property.
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Coral Reef Villas Watamu
From 635$
Providing guests with barbecue and a garden to ensure a memorable stay, Coral Reef Villas - Luxury 5 Star Villas Each With Private Pool, Watamu is a mere 650 metres from Local Ocean Conservation.
Bio-Ken Snake Farm is located around 7 km away, while Mida Dhow is within 20 minutes' walk of this Watamu villa. The accommodation is 4.9 km from Watamu Beach.
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Trio Villas Watamu
From 96$
Trio Villas Watamu is located about 10 minutes' drive from Ruins of Gedi, giving access to various tourist spots nearby.
The accommodation is just 1.7 km from Bio-Ken Snake Farm, and Seven Islands Resort is 2.2 km away. The nearest Malindi airport is 20 km away from this Watamu villa.
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Kasa Tatu Villas, Watamu
Featuring bicycle usage to make your visit more entertaining, Kasa Tatu Cottages Watamu is 3.5 km from Watamu Marine National Park.
Mida Creek is 10 minutes by car from the villa, while Bio-Ken Snake Farm is about 15 minutes away by car.
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Nyumba Simba House - Luxury Villa
From 290$
The beachfront Nyumba Simba House - Luxury Villa Watamu is located a 12-minute walk from Blue Bay and invites guests to enjoy a terrace.
Situated 3.5 km from Mida Creek, the 6-bedroom villa offers a location in a beach area. This villa is a 10-minute drive from Seven Islands Resort. Malindi airport is 20 km away from the Watamu property.
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Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort
From 108$
Offering garden views, Rafiki Tamu Residential Resort Watamu villa is situated within 700 metres of Bio-Ken Snake Farm. Located a 5-minute drive from Marine Park, this villa provides Wi-Fi and a free private car park.
Guests can access National Museums of Kenya-Gede Museum 4.9 km away, while Mida Creek is 4.6 km away. Malindi airport is 20 km away from the property.
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Villa Isla Del Amore
From 69$
The 2-bedroom Villa Isla Del Amore Watamu is located about a 25-minute walk from Blue Bay IGV Public Beach and boasts a swimming pool provided on a terrace for a pleasant stay. Featuring bicycle and car rentals, this 2-bathroom villa invites guests to visit Mida Creek, situated 4.6 km away.
The villa is a 27-minute drive from Malindi airport and 10 minutes by car from Arabuko-Sokoke Forest.
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Bingo House Watamu, A Modern 5-Bedroom Villa With Pool, A Kids Heaven
From 1819$
Located around a 10-minute ride from Bio-Ken Snake Farm, the 7-bedroom Bingo House Watamu, A Modern 5-Bedroom Villa With Pool, A Kids Heaven offers a terrace with views of the garden. Offering a private swimming pool, the Watamu villa invites guests to visit Local Ocean Conservation, located 3.3 km away.
Michael Savana Safari is merely 300 metres away and Malindi airport is 25 km from the accommodation.
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Garoda House Turtle Bay Jacuzzi ☆☆☆☆☆ Kilifi
From 180$
Offering a hot tub for a relaxing experience, the beachfront Garoda House Turtle Bay Jacuzzi ☆☆☆☆☆ Kilifi Watamu villa is located 1.7 km from Local Ocean Conservation. The 3-bedroom villa, situated 10 minutes' drive from Watamu Marine National Park, invites guests to enjoy views of the pool from a terrace with a swimming pool.
If you feel like visiting the surroundings, check out Mida Creek within 4 km of this property. The Watamu accommodation is also 25 km from Malindi airport.
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Mumbi Villa
From 297$
The 3-bedroom Mumbi Villa Watamu offers proximity to nearby tourist spots, such as Seven Islands Resort, situated nearly 15 minutes' walk away.
Also, the villa is 3.6 km from Kipepeo Butterfly Farm and 4.6 km from Mida Creek. Malindi airport is located 20 km away from this 3-bathroom villa.
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Leisure 2 Bedroom Villa In Watamu
Leisure 2 Bedroom Villa In Watamu is located a 10-minute drive from Mida Creek and provides a private swimming pool, ensuring a relaxing stay.
Watamu Bay Ora Resort is within walking distance of the 2-bedroom villa, while Bio-Ken Snake Farm is 1.2 km away.
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Watamu Villa Ochre 2
Offering a location 3.3 km from Watamu Marine National Park, the 2-bedroom Watamu Ochre Villa 2 gives access to various tourist spots in the area.
Also, this accommodation is around 10 minutes by car from Prawn Lake and around 15 minutes by car from Mida Creek.