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Watamu Ascot Hotel

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel in Watamu with 2 outdoor pools and 7 beach bars

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At Watamu Ascot Hotel, enjoy a leisurely day of golf on the adjacent 9-hole course or unwind with a massage at the spa. Take in scenic views from the garden or lounge by the outdoor pool, where you can connect to free WiFi and relish in delightful moments.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Casino
  • Restaurant and 7 beach bars
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room, Patio

  • Garden view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Triple Room, Terrace

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3

View all photos for Deluxe Quadruple Room, Terrace

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Quadruple Room, Terrace

  • Partial ocean view
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

  • Partial ocean view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 5

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite

  • Partial ocean view
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6

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About the area

Map
Watamu Beach Road, Watamu, Kilifi County, 80200

What's nearby

  • Watamu Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Prawn Lake - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Mida Creek - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Ruins of Gedi - 16 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Malindi Beach - 28 min drive - 26.9 km

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 40 min drive
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Non Solo Gelato Blue Moon - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Willy Beach Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Amici Miei Pastries Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪7 Vizi Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Beach Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Watamu Ascot Hotel

  • Watamu Ascot Hotel features a casino and puts you only steps from Watamu Beach. Guests indulge in deep-tissue massages, then grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 outdoor pools, a poolside bar and a snack bar/deli.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 21 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
    • Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Free off-site parking within 66 ft
    • Street parking available
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Transfers

    • Bus station shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge (reservations required)
  • 7 beach bars
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Bodyboard on site

What to do

  • Farming classes
  • Beach volleyball
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Bodyboard on site
  • Bingo
  • Beach nearby
  • Access to nearby health club
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Golf clubs on site
  • Pool loungers
  • Bodyboard on site
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Designer stores on site
  • Casino
  • Spa services
  • 4 casino gaming tables
  • 20 casino slot machines
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Dock
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Gravel flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and sports massages.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately KES 590 to 1700 for adults, and KES 590 to 1700 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Hosted evening meal costs KES 2200

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from April 8 2026 to July 7 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Bar/Lounge(s)
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from April 5 to July 10:
  • Bar/Lounge
The property will be renovating from April 8 2026 to July 12 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Exterior
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Watamu Ascot Hotel Hotel

Watamu Ascot Hotel Watamu

Watamu Ascot Hotel Hotel Watamu

Frequently asked questions

Does Watamu Ascot Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Watamu Ascot Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Watamu Ascot Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Are pets allowed at Watamu Ascot Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Watamu Ascot Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Watamu Ascot Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Watamu Ascot Hotel?

Yes, the 1615 square-foot casino features 20 slot machines and 4 gaming tables. Bingo is offered.

What is there to do at Watamu Ascot Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as volleyball. Additional recreation onsite includes helicopter/airplane tours. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include 7 beach bars and a casino. Watamu Ascot Hotel also has spa services and a garden, as well as access to a nearby health club.

Are there restaurants at or near Watamu Ascot Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Watamu Ascot Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Watamu Ascot Hotel like?

Watamu Ascot Hotel is in the heart of Watamu, a short 1-minute walk from Watamu Beach.

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8/10 Very good

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