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Hemingways Watamu Hotel 5*

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • Parking

  • 24-hour services

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Swimming Pool

  • Private beach

  • Fitness/Gym

  • Sports activities

  • Spa and relaxation

  • On-site Dining

  • Meeting facilities

  • Child-friendly

  • Wheelchair access

  • Breakfast

  • Air conditioning

  • No pets allowed

Location

    Located 2.9 km from the Watamu Marine National Park, the smoke-free Hemingways Watamu Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms approximately a 10-minute walk from Sakina ocean spa. This 5-star hotel lies 3.1 km from the Bio-Ken Snake Farm, and offers an à la carte restaurant and a swimming pool onsite.

    The hotel is nestled in Watamu Beach, considered one of the worlds most beautiful, in proximity to the seafood restaurant Amandina. The Hemingways Watamu gives access to an own beach, which is nearly 15 minutes' walk away. This accommodation is also in the vicinity of Marine National Park.

    The hotel offers 55 rooms with air conditioning, as well as self-catering options such as a mini fridge bar, coffee and tea makers. There are large bedrooms and marble bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet provided. Bathrooms include a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with such comforts as a hair dryer and bathrobes. Guests can enjoy views of the ocean from Hemingways Watamu Hotel.

    The property serves made-to-order breakfast in the morning. This Watamu hotel offers a lounge bar and a restaurant serving seafood cuisine.

    Important information

    Check-in: from 13:00 until 18:30
    Check-out: from 04:00 until 10:00

    Room Options at Hemingways Watamu Hotel

    Hemingways Watamu offers a variety of room options, including 2 Bedroom Deluxe Apartments ideal for families, junior suites with sea views and private terraces, spacious rooms with en-suite bathrooms and private balconies offering ocean views, and expansive apartments with multiple bedrooms, bathrooms, and fully equipped kitchens. These accommodations provide a range of amenities such as satellite flat-screen TVs, soundproof walls, minibars, and access to a botanical pool with ocean views. The rooms are located in the North Wing of the hotel and offer easy access to the beach.

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    2 guests

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    2

    Children:

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    Ocean view
    Ocean View Double Room

    Size: 40 m²

    Bed type: 1 King-size bed

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    Ocean view
    Deluxe Ocean View Double Room

    Size: 40 m²

    Bed type: 1 King-size bed

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    Ocean view
    Two-Bedroom Ocean View Suite

    Size: 200 m²

    Bed type: 2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed

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    Ocean view
    One Bedroom Ocean View Suite

    Size: 150 m²

    Bed type: 1 Single bed

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    Deluxe Apartment

    Size: 240 m²

    Bed type: 2 Single beds

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    Penthouse Apartment

    Size: 400 m²

    Bed type: 2 Single beds

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    Sea view
    Twin Room Sea View

    Size: 40 m²

    Bed type: 2 Single beds

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    Frequently asked questions

    • Can guests at Hemingways Watamu Hotel access an airport shuttle?
      Yes, Hemingways Watamu Hotel presents bus shuttle service.
    • What are the times for check-in and check-out at the Watamu hotel?
      The Watamu hotel provides a flexible check-in time for its guests, starting from 13:00 and ending at 18:30, with a check-out time by 04:00.
    • Do the facilities at the Hemingways Watamu Hotel cater to the requirements of people with disabilities?
      The Hemingways Watamu Hotel caters to the requirements of guests with disabilities, offering wheelchair access and rooms with accessible facilities.
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