Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu Hemingways Watamu is an iconic beachfront retreat where barefoot luxury, five-star service, and timeless charm meet the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean
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This Indian Ocean luxury 5 star boutique beach hotel in Kenya is everyone’s favorite and our guests just keep coming back for more. An iconic tropical paradise on the Kenyan coast sitting right in the middle of the pristine Watamu Marine National Park with its idyllic white sand beach and turquoise waters. The exceptional personal service and sincere charm of this established hotel has come to represent Kenyan coastal luxury to so many travellers for close to 30 years. And it’s just got even better with a mega makeover. There is so much to do here – learn to kite-surf; get your PADI certificate, take a sunset dhow cruise on Mida Creek, play a round of golf on the nearby world class golf course, Vipingo Ridge; or go on safari for a few days in Tsavo or the Maasai Mara. If that all sounds a little too energetic, relax around the pool with a good book as you work your way through our cocktail menu.

Pull back the curtains to white sand, turquoise water and the Swahili coastline stretching beyond your balcony. With the...
04/09/2026

Pull back the curtains to white sand, turquoise water and the Swahili coastline stretching beyond your balcony.

With the ocean just moments away, every day begins with a view that's never quite the same.

01/09/2026

The dhow leaves the shore with the tide, carrying cocktails, coastal bites and the salt air of the Indian Ocean.

As Watamu slips into evening, the best seat is somewhere out on the water.

Let Watamu welcome you with sweeping ocean views, coastal experiences and moments that become lasting memories.
29/08/2026

Let Watamu welcome you with sweeping ocean views, coastal experiences and moments that become lasting memories.

Arabuko Sokoke is best experienced on foot, following forest trails alive with birdsong, rare butterflies and stories he...
27/08/2026

Arabuko Sokoke is best experienced on foot, following forest trails alive with birdsong, rare butterflies and stories held within the trees.

Later, elephants arrive at the waterhole, bringing the day to a close in a way only the wild can.

Settle into a North Deluxe Room where elegant comfort is complemented by panoramic views of the Indian Ocean, creating t...
25/08/2026

Settle into a North Deluxe Room where elegant comfort is complemented by panoramic views of the Indian Ocean, creating the perfect backdrop for your Watamu escape.

A beautifully laid table, the sound of the waves, and warm hospitality transform an ordinary evening into an experience ...
23/08/2026

A beautifully laid table, the sound of the waves, and warm hospitality transform an ordinary evening into an experience worth returning for.

Surrounded by swaying palms and the gentle rhythm of the Indian Ocean, our spa invites you to restore your body, mind, a...
21/08/2026

Surrounded by swaying palms and the gentle rhythm of the Indian Ocean, our spa invites you to restore your body, mind, and spirit through treatments inspired by nature.

19/08/2026

The beauty of Watamu is revealed in every curve of the coastline, every changing tide and panoramic views across the Indian Ocean.

As a traditional dhow glides across Mida Creek, the sky deepens into gold and the coast reveals its most enchanting hour...
17/08/2026

As a traditional dhow glides across Mida Creek, the sky deepens into gold and the coast reveals its most enchanting hour.

Exceptional cuisine and gracious Swahili hospitality complete an evening shaped by the beauty of the tide.

Wake to open views of the Indian Ocean, where the first light meets the shoreline and every balcony becomes the perfect ...
15/08/2026

Wake to open views of the Indian Ocean, where the first light meets the shoreline and every balcony becomes the perfect place to welcome the day.

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P. O. Box 267
Watamu
80202

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