
Beachfront vacation rentals in Watamu
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Explore 100 vacation rentals in Watamu

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Watamu vacation rentals start at $14 CAD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
70 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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Find 30 rentals that welcome pets

Vacation rentals with a pool
80 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
60 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
90 of Watamu vacation rentals include wifi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Watamu rentals

4.7 Average rating
Watamu stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests
Top-rated beachfront rentals in Watamu
Guests agree: these beachfront homes are highly rated for location, cleanliness, and more.

Super panoramic penthouse with wonderful pool
Welcome to my charming penthouse with a spectacular view of one of the most picturesque beaches in Watamu: BLUE BAY The accommodation is surrounded by a lush tropical garden and offers a beautiful swimming pool The location is simply ideal: a stone's throw from shops, bars, restaurants, a pharmacy and a casino. But the real charm is its UNIQUE LOCATION: not only is it on the seafront, but it is DIRECTLY on the BEACH with the ocean literally at your feet. An unforgettable experience, combining comfort and nature

Volandrella Beachfront Villa | Pool & Chef
Villa Volandrella sits in a stunning seafront location (first line) on the famous Watamu Beach with direct access to the sand and close to Watamu village. Staff services (chef, daily cleaning and security) are included in the price. The area is made up of high-end homes. The villa spans 3 floors and features 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 1 living room, a kitchen, staff quarters for the house boy, a garden, a pool and private parking. Discounted professional massages can also be arranged in the villa

Medina Palms three bedroom Beach Villa in Watamu
A three bedroom villa in Medina Palms, a 5 star hotel and residence which has been voted best hotel in Kenya, on the beachfront in Watamu, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. The villa is fully serviced and cleaned, and guests have access to the whole hotel, including a restaurant, bar, beach bar, gym, watersports centre, spa, and three pools and beds. With the 24 hour hotel reception you can organise sunset cruises on a traditional sailing dhow, snorkelling, fishing and much more.

Baraka House, Beautiful Watamu beachfront location
Baraka House & infinity pool are on Watamu's prime beachfront. Set high on a ridge in coastal forest, opposite the famous Watamu National Marine Park, where there is the finest snorkelling & Kite-surfing in Kenya. All bedrooms have sea views - 5 upstairs bedrooms with balconies. Plus one downstairs double room with en-suite bathroom/toilet. Included are room stewards, security and a chef with fabulous menus and trained in healthy food preparation. There are desks in each room & unlimited WIFI.

Donnelly House, 3 bedrooms, private beach access
Nestled in 2 acres of indigenous forest and 100m from the gorgeous Watamu Beach, Donnelly House is a wonderful, relaxed family home. We are one of the last colonial style coastal houses on Watamu Beach. We can comfortably accommodate six adults in two ensuite rooms, and a beautiful poolside double bedroom. The family room has a bunk bed room adjacent, which can accommodate 2 additional under 12s. Less than 3 min walk to beach; private swimming pool and rooftop terrace with sea view.

Panoramic Oceanfront Penthouse Pool & Housekeeping
Charming , cool and breezy beach front apartment , nice pool with sunbeds and umbrellas included, daily housekeeping , self catering (Chef available) . Fast speed wi-fi connection , suitable for smart working. For couples , groups of friends or families (ideal for short term or long term rentals). Direct access to the white sandy beach, fantastic sea views . Placed in an elegant small compound with 24 h security. Close to airport, restaurants, town center, super markets, golf club, banks.

Watamu Sandbar Beach Cottage
ECO-friendly wonderfully located, 2 bed apartment Cottage, set in the secure grounds of a beach front property. A balcony above the veranda offers wonderful views across the Indian Ocean lagoon to Whale Rock & at low tide the stunning Sandbar. Guests have private, easy access to the beach. Shares a large plunge pool with the SandBar Studio. Both bedrooms are en-suite, well equipped kitchen and dining room as well as an ample covered veranda. Fast, WIFI and satellite TV. Fantastic location!

Beachfront Apartment with Panoramic Ocean View
Elegant and spacious beachfront apartment with beautiful panoramic views over the ocean and the bay, surrounded by lush tropical gardens and just steps from the pool and Blue Bay beach. Bright, airy and thoughtfully designed, it offers comfort, tranquillity and privacy in the heart of Watamu. Restaurants, bars, shops, ATMs and local transport are all within easy walking distance. Wi-Fi, private parking and 24-hour security. Ideal for families and friends to enjoy Watamu by the ocean.

Oceanfront Hideaway | Pool |Beach | Coastal Escape
Welcome to your private oceanfront hideaway on Kenya’s beautiful coastline, a peaceful one-bedroom retreat designed for slow mornings, ocean breezes, and complete relaxation. Wake up to the sound of waves, enjoy coffee overlooking the Indian Ocean, spend your afternoons between the beach and swimming pool, and experience the quiet charm of Malindi coastal living. Perfect for couples, solo travellers, digital nomads, and guests combining a safari adventure with a relaxing beach escape.

Ibambe Villa, plot 32, Watamu, Kenya
Ibambe villa is priced for 6 guests in 3 bedrooms but sleeps up to 12 comfortably. There is an extra usd 150 charge per extra room above the 3. The whole house is available for usd 900. Ibambe is a beautiful large beachfront villa with stunning views of the Indian Ocean. Ideal for groups & families. This elegant 5 bedroom villa is spacious & luxurious with the perfect mix of Swahili design & modern furnishings. Shaded by indigenous trees & palms with swimming pool and gardens.

Lion House beach house
The house is located in a complex overlooking the Silversand Beach of Malindi, where all the best hotels in the area are located. The complex is accessed directly from the main road and has an expansive garden equipped with a private parking and a large shared swimming pool. The villa is tastefully and gracefully furnished in Afro-chic style. The house is located in a complex overlooking Silversand Beach in Malindi, where all the best hotels in the area are located.

Al Hamra Villa Watamu 4B/R+Beach access+Chef
Have you ever dreamed of sleeping in a palace from Arabian Nights? Villa Al Hamra offers you this unique and breathtaking experience. It's a timeless refuge, where life follows the rhythm of the wind, the warm sand, and the whispers of the nearby sea. With a direct access to the magnificent lagoon of Turtle Bay's white sand beach, Al Hamra promises unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime.
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