Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Watamu travel guide

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Watamu is a must-see destination in Kilifi, Kenya. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Watamu has to offer.

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When to visit Watamu

Watamu in September
Estimated hotel price
£57
1 night at 3-star hotel
Watamu in September
Estimated hotel price
£57
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Watamu

Plane

When flying to Watamu, you’ll arrive at Malindi (MYD), which is located 17 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Watamu from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 11h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Watamu is to pick up a car hire from Mombasa, which is about 87 km from Watamu. You’ll find branches of Autounion Car Rental and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Mombasa.

Plane

When flying to Watamu, you’ll arrive at Malindi (MYD), which is located 17 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Watamu from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 11h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Watamu is to pick up a car hire from Mombasa, which is about 87 km from Watamu. You’ll find branches of Autounion Car Rental and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Mombasa.

Airports near Watamu

MYDMalindi
UKAUkunda
MBAMombasa Moi Intl

Airlines serving Watamu

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (851 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,899 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (442 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (611 reviews)
Condor
Good (323 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (262 reviews)
Kuwait Airways
Good (301 reviews)
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Where to stay in Watamu

Average rates range from around £91 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £153 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Watamu

Most booked hotels in Watamu

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Temple Point Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£116+
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Turtle Bay Beach Club
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£95+
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Kilili Baharini Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£98+
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Lily Palm Resort
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£45+
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Hiring a car in Watamu

Expect to pay £1.04 per litre in Watamu (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £12.44 and £16.59.

Expect to pay £1.04 per litre in Watamu (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £12.44 and £16.59.

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