Watamu

Watamu hotel tips

40 km north of Kilifi you’ll find Watamu, a well-developed resort town with plenty of excellent restaurants and accommodations catering to every budget. Watamu consists of several bays with white sandy beaches and is home to a big Italian community. Many Italians have set up businesses in Watamu, so expect good Italian coffee, delicious ice cream, and rich pasta dishes.

Watamu offers world-class diving opportunities and is home to 20 prime diving locations, all within less than 30 minutes from the main beach town. All diving sites are protected by the Watamu Marine Reserve. Other popular activities include kitesurfing, snorkelling, dolphin watching, sunset tours and canoe rides in beautiful Mida Creek. 

Budget

• Watamu Beach Cottages

Mid-range

• Watamu Beach Cottages
• Ocean Sports
• Pucci House (Airbnb)

Luxury

• Lonno Lodge