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Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu Review: Everything You Need to Know

Hemingways Watamu Is This the Best Place to Stay in Watamu (KE)?

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Nestled in Watamu, just moments away from Turtle Bay Beach, Hemingways Watamu offers luxurious accommodations complete with an outdoor swimming pool, complimentary private parking, a fitness center, and lush gardens. Each of the 5-star resort’s accommodations features stunning sea views, along with access to an on-site restaurant and bar. Guests will benefit from a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service, and free WiFi available throughout the property.

The resort features air-conditioned rooms equipped with a desk, kettle, refrigerator, minibar, safety deposit box, flat-screen TV, terrace, and a private bathroom with a shower. Some selected rooms also include a kitchen that comes with a dishwasher, oven, and microwave. At Hemingways Watamu, each room is furnished with fresh bed linens and towels.

Guests can enjoy activities such as table tennis, darts, and tennis during their stay at the resort.

Mapango Beach is located 1.2 km from Hemingways Watamu, while Watamu Bay Beach is 2.7 km away. The closest airport is Malindi Airport, situated 21 km from the resort.

Couples especially appreciate the location, giving it a rating of 9.2 for a trip designed for two.

Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
1 single bed
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 single bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
1 double bed
Bedroom 4:
2 single beds
2 single beds

Resort facilities of Hemingways Watamu
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities

  • 2 swimming pools

  • Free WiFi

  • Beachfront

  • Family rooms

  • Airport shuttle

  • Restaurant

  • Spa and wellness centre

  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

  • Bar

  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper

  • Towels

  • Bath or shower

  • Private bathroom

  • Toilet

  • Free toiletries

  • Bathrobe

  • Hairdryer

  • Bath

  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Sea view

  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

  • Beachfront

  • Balcony

  • Terrace

  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

  • Drying rack for clothing

Activities

  • Live sport events (broadcast)

  • Live music/performance

  • Beach

  • Tennis equipment

  • Mini golf

    Additional charge

  • Snorkelling

    Additional charge

  • Squash

    Additional chargeOff-site

  • Diving

    Additional chargeOff-site

  • Canoeing

    Additional charge

  • Darts

  • Windsurfing

    Additional chargeOff-site

  • Table tennis

  • Fishing

    Additional charge

  • Tennis court

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site

  • Fruits

    Additional charge

  • Wine/champagne

    Additional charge

  • Kid meals

    Additional charge

  • Special diet menus (on request)

  • Snack bar

  • Breakfast in the room

  • Bar

  • Minibar

  • Restaurant

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Valet parking

Reception services

  • Private check-in/check-out

  • Concierge service

  • Luggage storage

  • Currency exchange

  • Express check-in/check-out

  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

  • Babysitting/child services

    Additional charge

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping

  • Ironing service

    Additional charge

  • Laundry

    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying

    Additional charge

  • Business centre

    Additional charge

  • Meeting/banquet facilities

    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Designated smoking area

  • Air conditioning

  • Non-smoking throughout

  • Mosquito net

  • Wake-up service

  • Tile/marble floor

  • Soundproofing

  • Packed lunches

  • Soundproof rooms

  • Lift

  • Fan

  • Family rooms

  • Barber/beauty shop

  • Facilities for disabled guests

  • Airport shuttle

    Additional charge

  • Non-smoking rooms

  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Toilet with grab rails

  • Wheelchair accessible

2 swimming pools
Pool 1 – outdoorFree!

  • Pool/beach towels

  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Pool 2 – outdoorFree!

  • Open all year

  • Adult only

Wellness

  • Kids' pool

  • Personal trainer

  • Fitness

  • Spa/wellness packages

  • Spa facilities

  • Body wrap

  • Body scrub

  • Body treatments

  • Pedicure

  • Manicure

  • Waxing services

  • Facial treatments

  • Beauty Services

  • Sun umbrellas

  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

  • Massage

    Additional charge

  • Spa and wellness centre

    Additional charge

  • Fitness centre

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Hemingways Watamu takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 13:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out
Until 10:00

Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 – 1 year
Cot upon request

Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets
Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods
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Essential Details
Important information for guests staying at this property

Featuring a balcony, these accommodations are equipped with air conditioning, a minibar, and a private bathroom complete with a shower. The rooms are generously sized and offer convenient access to the beach.

Please adhere to the following dress codes:

– Hats and swimwear are not permitted in the restaurant or bar after 19:00

– A cover-up or kanga should be worn over swimwear in the bar and restaurant

– Males aged over 12 years are required to wear trousers and a collared shirt in the restaurant during the evening (No jeans, t-shirts, sleeveless tops, or kikoy scarves)

Guests must present a photo ID and credit card at check-in. Please be aware that all Special Requests are based on availability and may incur additional charges.

Kindly notify Hemingways Watamu in advance of your anticipated arrival time. You can utilize the Special Requests section while booking, or get in touch with the property directly using the contact information provided in your confirmation.

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