Jacaranda Road, Watamu, Kenya
#18 of 26 B&Bs and inns in Watamu
Guests' ChoiceBased on 133 B&B reviews
7.1Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.6
Location
7.2
Facilities
7.2
Staff
8.5
Value for money
7.6
Free Wifi
7.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: June 29, 2025
Darren
United Kingdomunfortunately i would not return here, as you seem to allow beach bums onto you hotel area who are abusive and threatning
the staff
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: March 10, 2025
Renath
CongoPower outages, water issues and poor WiFi connection. Due to power outages we didn’t have running water at different times of the stay and it made our stay a bit uncomfortable.
The staff were super friendly and went out of Their way to help us out even when we did an early check in. They were very hospitable and friendly and made the stay memorable. Thank you Mr Alfonso, as well as Ken & Brian.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: February 9, 2025
Haron
KenyaLunchtime fish
Location far from watamu town especially if you dont have a car or a bike u in for it but then again if you running away from hustle n bustles its a a good one
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: January 7, 2025
Andreas
GermanyThe electricity often failed, sometimes also the water, so that showering was impossible in the hot weather.
Very nice location, good food, nice beach.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: December 10, 2024
Fjerdingstad
NorwayThe electric
They have Electric problems, and some food on the menu isnt available, other then that its a Great place for a holiday
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: November 15, 2024
Oliech
KenyaBeach boys starting from the parking, There was no one to receive as at the parking apart from beach boys and they were all over us infact a stranger carried my bag to the hotel room hotel stuff didn't bother.
Location
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: July 2, 2024
Sarah
KenyaThe road to the place was bad, making the journey uncomfortable and costly. There were beach traders and beach boys who prevented us from enjoying the beachfront. They harassed us whenever we tried taking walks or having meals on the beach.
The food was delicious and well made. The staff were friendly and helpful. The beachfront was refreshing.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: June 4, 2024
Timothy
KenyaThe food could have had more soup. Also, maybe more options.
I loved the breakfast options. The rooms were decent.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: May 30, 2024
John
KenyaThe road to the area is quiet rough, but its not that bad. Make prior arrangements if you want to get in and out of the hotel, this easily solves this (get a reliable tuktuk guy to take you around). I didnt see it as a big deal. The place in itself is beautiful. The place is close to Watamu and you can enjoy every excursion.
The staff were great, the ammenities were awsme. The chef is top notch. The rooms are large, the hotel is right next to the beach. The staff are really helpfull. Go with an open mind and you will really enjoy the place. Great place for cooling your mind and for couples who want alone time. Go for the excursion at sardenya 2 its worth it, the staff were helpful in getting us someone to take us. Ask the staff before engaging the beach boys. Hope you enjoy your stay.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 20, 2024
Matilda
KenyaThe breakfast is not good they should try to change the menu.
The location is good just by the sea and the service was good .
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: December 17, 2023
Ziro
KenyaThe stuffs were very friendly.
I liked the hospitality.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: November 4, 2023
Maureen
KenyaLack of shower gels or bath soap - hand wash gel had to be used as multi purpose!
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The Calamari was excellent. Good Ambience..
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: October 20, 2023
Abel
NetherlandsThe beachboys but after you say I want some peace and quite time they respect.
Friendly helpfull staf. Nice breakfast, very nice BBQ fish! Had a lovely time over here.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 6, 2023
Evans
KenyaThe kind space available for the rooms
The meals and the rooftop eating area
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: September 29, 2023
Harshil
KenyaRooms were old, it was noisy, photos showed better than it was
Proximity to the beach
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: August 17, 2023
Hajer
KenyaPower shutting down
Nice view
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: July 17, 2023
Veralyne
KenyaThe fact that I couldn't get WIFI in my room.
Great employees, good services,I would recommend to visit,they are quick to respond on requests.The foods are nicely prepared.,. Given a chance I will visit again,l
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: June 24, 2023
Mildred
KenyaBeach boys are too pushy and clingy. Kindly find a way of regulating their interactions with the guests.
Very clean, friendly staff and great customer service.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 9, 2023
Birte
KenyaThe beach had lots of algae - and it's quite far away from Watamu
Very close to the sea, great breakfast, very nice staff
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: May 30, 2023
Evans
KenyaProximity to ocean
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 17, 2023
Belinda
KenyaThey should work on the food variety
The staff were very friendly and the location is amazing
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 5, 2023
Bristol-robinson
KenyaNo drinking water provided in the room No mosquito nets so we got bitten at night Hot water was faulty
The location and views 😍 The staff were amazing, went an extra mile for my friends birthday 🥂💫
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: April 17, 2023
Esben
DenmarkPower supply was at times unreliable, water pressure was low ar times. The local beach boys could be a little pushy.
A very friendly and very helpful staff, food was tasty, portions good size. The view of the ocean is spectacular . The a/c in the room came in handy on the warm nights.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: March 31, 2023
Noah
KenyaThe shower was never hot and after bringing to the attention of the staff nothing happened. There didn’t seem to be a generator when the power went off and this affected the water. The selection of food also wasn’t great. Road leading to the location was also not great.
The fact that it’s on the beach is amazing and they were very flexible on the breakfast times which was good. It’s also small so not many people staying and the staff were friendly.
Stayed in March 2023
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