
Waterfront holiday rentals in Watamu
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Stunning beach front apartment
Luxury, plenty of space and privacy, airy, nicely designed, sea front apartment, right by the pool and the wonderful Blue Bay beach. It's walking distance to a variety of restaurants and eateries, shops, bars, ATM and transports. Security H24. Private parking, good WI-FI. Awesome and peaceful place to stay, surrounded by the lush garden, great for relaxing and spending quality time together, perfect location to explore Watamu. Equipped with everything you require. great for family, friend

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

Nyumba Ya Madau - Stunning Beach Villa in Watamu
Welcome to Nyumba Ya Madau, a Swahili-style beachfront villa on a pristine white sandy beach protected by a coral reef. It’s the perfect place to unwind, sleeping up to 10 guests (plus 2 kids). Enjoy ocean views that shift with the tides—walk along the sandbank at low tide, swim or snorkel, take a boat ride, or kitesurf at high tide. The villa sits in a secure 24/7-guarded compound with a private terrace pool and a shared pool. Your stay includes a chef and staff to fully relax and enjoy Watamu.

Beautiful 2 bedroom Cottage
We have 3 charming poolside cottages on our beachfront property at Watamu Beach Cottages. These popular holiday homes have all you need for a fabulous family getaway at the beach. Experience the beauty of nature while staying in one of these two-bedroom, air-conditioned cottages, surrounded by shady trees & lush tropical gardens overlooking our pool area. You have easy access along the paved path directly to the beach. *We offer a variety of other unique accommodation choices at our resort.

Swimbo House 3 bedroom sleep 8 with seaview
Swimbo house is an old house which has been renovated and has the most beautiful view. Access to the beach through its own pathway and is located on the road to turtle Bay beach, next to turtle bay hotel and overlooking turtle bay beach with a stunning pool. Swimbo House sleeps 8 in 3 main bedrooms and two tiny kids pods on a self catering basis perfect for families two family rooms with king size beds and a single , one double and two tiny kids rooms. 4 bathrooms . ac in one double

Penthouse, beachfront, pool + housekeeping+ wifi
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 Studio
ECO-friendly Stunning Spacious Studio , situated on privately owned land. In between hosts main house, and newly built apartment. You’ll experience privacy, away from main roads, or resorts – affordable luxury & peace. Modernized in a perfect location of tranquillity, a short walk along a private beach access to the inspiring Watamu shore, you will happen upon a stunning sandbar. Snorkelling, Scuba diving & Watersports available. Mida Creek is close by - a prime spot for drinks!

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. La casa è situata in un complesso che affaccia sulla Silversand Beach di Malindi, dove sono situati tutti i migliori hotel della zona.

BlueBayCove Penthouse 1
Du lebst direkt am Meer in einem stilvoll eingerichteten Penthouse über 3 Etagen. Auf beiden Seiten der kleinen Bucht,welche ein Korallenriff umschließt,erstrecken sich endlose Sandstrände. In der Nähe laden gute Restaurants in ihre Gärten ein,eingekauft wird auf dem lokalen Märkten oder im italienischen Supermarkt. Vom Haus aus können Hochseefischen sowie Safaries in alle Wildgebiete seriös vermittelt werden. Flughafentransfer von Mombasa oder Malindi kann organisiert werden.

Sabrina House – Milele Resort
Beautiful first floor apartment in villa 300 meters from the sea, brand new and furnished with value, post inside RAFIKI TAMU Residential Resort. 46-meter ellipse pool with infinity water, large area with sun loungers, fully-equipped massage area, all surrounded by a garden with palms, cacti and bougainvillea. You will enjoy all the amenities of a high standard hotel but with the privacy of a self-catering accommodation, finding everything you need for a 5-star vacation!

Doum Palm Villa, Watamu
A complete renovation of an old coast cottage into a sparkling new home with large swimming pool. Reclaimed wood & white ‘niru’ (tadelac) with a seasonal through breeze scented with rare mahogany tree wildflowers. Adorned with custom handmade recycled glass throughout the cottage - from lighting to doorknobs. Fully off-grid with ample power & high speed internet and fans throughout. 1 minute walk from the unparalleled Watamu beach on a private access path.

Unique 2 bedr Beach front apartment on Watamu bay.
A hidden gem. This 2 bedroom apartment is nestled on Watamu Bay. The area has an amazing white sandy beach that is accessible at the end of the lush gardens. Enjoy some picture perfect sunsets on the Property. The flat is within walking distance to many restaurants, and you can also pick from many excursions offered within Watamu and Malindi.
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Waterfront house rentals

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Watamu holiday rentals start at $14 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
80 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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110 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
90 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
120 of Watamu holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Watamu rentals

4.7 Average rating
Watamu stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests
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