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Hemingways Watamu

from $245 per person per night for 2026/27

One of the most well known and well located hotels on the Kenya coast
Hemingways Watamu

Greeted with a fresh passion juice and a cold towel, Hemingways Watamu prides itself on its exceptional service and attention to detail. Sat on the sands of Watamu Bay in southern Kenya, Hemingways is a place for both relaxation and the famed activities on offer such as big game fishing and kite surfing. Fully refurbished in 2017, the Hemingways of today offers a range of different rooms all with views out to the azure waters of the Indian Ocean.

If it’s anything like its sister property in Nairobi, it will be faultless!

The wait is on!

About the location

Hemingways Watamu sits on the white sands of Watamu Bay, one of Kenya’s most stunning beaches. This shoreline features a mix of coral bays and beaches, an area considered to be one of the most beautiful for snorkeling and diving, protected by the Watamu Marine National Park.

Do see Parks & Regions on this page.

hotel Layout

The resort is well spread out along the beach front, with two large pools, excellent fishing and watersports and non-water based activities.

Taking full advantage of its position on the beach front, the two restaurants at Hemingways offer alfresco dining on the main terrace and the raised Pagoda overlooking the ocean. Both restaurants offer a display of fresh seafood, local Swahili dishes and international cuisines, complimented nicely with fine Kenyan coffee and a selection of drinks throughout the day.

Do see our new Hemingways Watamu Picture Gallery further down this page.

Hemingways Watamu Accomodation

The rooms are all modern and have a stunning aspect out across the Indian Ocean. Comprising 39 bedrooms and 15 two and four bedroom apartments they have been designed in a very contemporary and stylish way. 

Please see the photo gallery further down this page for more.

How to book Hemingways Watamu

Please call us on the usual USA +1-917-336-2937 or email info@theafricaspecialists.com to check availability, best prices and what adventures you have in mind. We can plan and arrange it all for you and have been for over 20 years!

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Where on the map is Hemingways Watamu?

Hemingways Watamu

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Hemingways Watamu Highlights

Just some of the highlights of this hand-picked Southern Beaches hotel. Do call us direct for any other details or to help with planning and logistics.

Luxury Accommodation

39 bedrooms & 15 apartments

Diving and Snorkeling

diving & snorkelling options

Swimming Pool

swimming pool included

Private Dining

private dining available

Wifi Internet

aircon & internet connection available

All ages welcome

all ages welcome

Please go to either of our Tailormade Safari Trips pages to see a lot more safari trips, ideas and budgets.

What kind of wildlife should you expect to find around Hemingways Watamu for 2026/27?

For 2026/27, we expect you’ll be able to find the following wildlife around the Hemingways Watamu bearing in mind the quality of guiding, budgets, time of year and duration of stay all affect your chances of finding or seeing any of the following outstanding wildlife that dwell in this part of the Southern Beaches…

Don't miss our full Africa Wildlife Guide right here.

What are your best safari trips & itineraries to Hemingways Watamu’s Southern Beaches for 2026/27?

Some of our most-popular tailor-made trips for the Southern Beaches that could include a stay at Hemingways Watamu include...
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$4,000$7,500

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1 A Family Treat

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Visits : Nairobi, Samburu National Reserve, Southern Beaches, The Laikipia Plateau Africa, Kenya

The perfect itinerary for those looking for adventure and activity in the midst of a safari. Start the trip with a few days in Samburu National Reserve, a park with highly concentrated… More…

13 Nights

FROM $5,500pp/pn

Samburu National Reserve

2 Honeymooners Delight

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Visits : Amboseli National Park, Southern Beaches, The Masai Mara Africa, Kenya

This itinerary contains a collection of remote and romantic camps in three Kenya’s best parks and coast resorts…… More…

12 Nights

FROM $5,500pp/pn

Honeymoons at Naibor Camp

3 Lions and Elephants

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Visits : Amboseli National Park, Nairobi, Southern Beaches, The Masai Mara Africa, Kenya

This well priced itinerary takes in two of Africa’s most famous parks…the Masai Mara and Amboseli. Witness the raw power of the Acacia studded Masai Mara and the famous wildebeest herds and… More…

12 Nights

FROM $4,500pp/pn

Lions at Governors Camp, Masai Mara

4 Go On, It Will Be Worth It!

Africa, Kenya

Visits : Nairobi, Samburu National Reserve, Southern Beaches, The Laikipia Plateau Africa, Kenya

This trip has the wow factor! Starting in the Laikipia Plateau, moving through to Samburu National Park and finishing on the beautiful, remote coast of Southern Kenya, this itinerary includes properties that… More…

13 Nights

FROM $7,500pp/pn

Samburu National Reserve

5 Short and Sweet

Africa, Kenya

Visits : Southern Beaches, The Masai Mara Africa, Kenya

This itinerary gives you a short and sweet taste of an African safari! Spend the first three nights in Kenya’s famous Masai Mara, a national park renowned across all of Africa for… More…

10 Nights

FROM $4,000pp/pn

The Masai Mara

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What are the other best hotels in Southern Beaches for 2026/27?

We highly recommend the following hotels for Southern Beaches for 2026/27. These are all tried and tested by The Africa Specialists™ so don’t hesitate to call us with any queries over them or to check availability.

NB. All prices for properties exclude applicable park fees and are guide prices.

$245$540

Price pp pn (USD)

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Our Rating

6 Nights

Kinondo Kwetu

Southern Beaches

From $540 per person per night
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Kinondo Kwetu, Southern Beaches, Kenya

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Afrochic

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Afrochic

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Alfajiri Villas

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From $290 per person per night
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Msambweni House

Southern Beaches

From $440 per person per night
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The pool at Msambweni House

6 Nights

Waterlovers Beach Resort

Southern Beaches

From $245 per person per night
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Waterlovers Beach Resort, Southern Beaches, Kenya

6 Nights

Swahili Beach Resort

Southern Beaches

From $250 per person per night
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When is the best time to stay at Hemingways Watamu in 2026/27?

Generally speaking, as the Hemingways Watamu is in Southern Beaches, we recommend booking stays here with us any time on the following timescales — depending on your preferences and wildlife/safari viewing plans — but if you want to avoid peak season or aim to get the timing “just right” then do call us any time to check your plans, costs and best options for a fantastic Hemingways Watamu stay in the 2026/27 season…

January fair

February fair

March mixed

April mixed

May mixed

June great

July best

August amazing

September great

October still good

November fair

December fair

Don’t miss our full When to Visit kenya guide on our main kenya page.

Why travel with The Africa Specialists™?

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100% tailormade

We help plan your trip from start to finish
We make sure to include all your interests
We offer a range of accommodation types
It is your trip, made to suit you

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Expert knowledge

We have over 40 years of destination know how
We all spend time in our destinations annually
Local contacts give us unique insight
We are true specialists

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We have you covered!

We have full ATOL bonding for your financial peace of mind
We provide 24/7 emergency backup as you travel
We make sure that the properties and guides are the best!

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Established in 2010, you can totally rely on us.
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Location

The luxury resort sits on the white sands of Watamu Bay. This shoreline features a mix of coral bays and beaches, an area considered to be one of the most beautiful for snorkeling and diving, protected by the Watamu Marine National Park.

Layout

The resort is well spread out along the beach front, with two large pools, excellent fishing and watersports and non-water based activities. Taking full advantage of its position on the beach front, the two restaurants at Hemingways offer alfresco dining on the main terrace and the raised Pagoda overlooking the ocean. Both restaurants offer a display of fresh seafood, local Swahili dishes and international cuisines, complimented nicely with fine Kenyan coffee and a selection of drinks throughout the day.

Rooms

The rooms are all modern and have a stunning aspect out across the Indian Ocean. Comprising 39 bedrooms and 15 two and four bedroom apartments they have been designed in a very contemporary and stylish way. For a sneak peak of the rooms and hotel, please see the youtube video link on this page.

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Hemingways Watamu