Across the creek from Kilifi town centre, Mnarani Club looks out over the water. The name, meaning lighthouse, refers to the hotel’s position at the entrance to the creek, and the hotel’s infinity pool appears to be tumbling into the creek. There are 82 ...

The stunning Neem House is built in traditional Swahili style, with Arabic arches, wrought iron windows and antique Lamu doors. Traditional boriti poles decorate the roofs and cool Galana stone paves the floors. The courtyard has an attractive swimming pool and the extensive rooftop offers ...

Established as Nyali International Beach Hotelin 1946, the hotel was taken over by the Sun Africa Group in 2010 and extensively refurbished. This large hotel is in lush gardens on the beachfront. There are 48 palm wing seafacing rooms, 102 garden wing rooms, 3 luxury villas, 3 presidential suites and 3 executive ...

This exquisite house stands in the centre of Che Shale Beach. Yolanda McIntyre, of Yolanda McIntyre Interiors, designed and decorated the house in collaboration with Anthony Forbes and Marzia Chierecetti. The house is built from pale coral stone in Moroccan Swahili style. It centres on ...

In 1952, Ian Pritchard sailed into Watamu and set up a drinking hole on the beach which he named Ocean Sports. The original boat he sailed in still stands prominently in the bar, along with trophies from fishing grounds near the resort. To this day, Ocean ...

Palm Garden is an apt name for this boutique hotel set in lush green gardens. The hotel opened in October 2019 and is an inviting oasis in Watamu. The 6 deluxe suites have 2 bedrooms, spacious open-air living and dining area, kitchenette and veranda. The 2 standard suites have 1 ...

Reef Hotel is set in spacious beachfront gardens, and offers a selection of restaurants, bars, conference rooms, water sports and nightly entertainment. The hotel opened in 1972 and was extensively refurbished in 2005. There are 134 en-suite rooms, made up of 96 standard sea facing, 23 garden wing and 15 superior ...

This eco-lodge, on a cliff overlooking Watamu’s national marine park, has views of both Mida Creek and the ocean. The bubble concept, the first of its kind in Kenya, gives guests the chance to see the striking views from their bed. The 3 bubbles are ...

Established in 2019, Salty’s is on Bofa Beach, Kilifi. The resort has whitewashed coastal rooms, beachfront gardens and a popular beach bar and restaurant. Salty’s is known for kite surfing, great seafood, sustainable ethos and a relaxed atmosphere. The superior suite is on the ...

Set in tropical gardens along Malindi Beach, Sandies Tropical Village offers an all inclusive package. The 109 en-suite garden rooms are made up of 85 deluxe garden rooms, 12 of which interconnect for families with children, and 24 junior suites. The rooms are designed in Lamu or English style, ...

Fusing Swahili interiors and Arabic architecture, Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort and Spa is an exotic resort on Bamburi Beach. Set in 22 acres of landscaped gardens, this resort has the largest beachfront on the North Coast. Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort and Spa has 338 en-suite bedrooms on 3 ...

On palm fringed Bamburi Beach, Sentido Neptune Beach Resort has a family atmosphere and offers a range of activities in the water, on the beach and in the resort. The 78 en-suite rooms are made up of doubles, superiors and deluxe. All the rooms have a ...

On peaceful Shanzu Beach, Serena Beach Hotel and Spa offers a wide selection of facilities and activities. The hotel replicates the winding lanes and colourful market places of a 13th century Swahili town. At the centre lies the coral Fortress of Tranquillity, in which is ...

On Bofa Beach in Kilifi, Silver Palm Resort and Spa has beachfront gardens, large winding swimming pool that runs from the reception through the gardens to the seafront and an elegant scented spa. The 40 rooms are made up of 24 executive rooms, 6 swim-up suites, 6 deluxe suites, 2 ...

On Jacaranda Beach, to the north of Watamu, is Simba wa Kale. Established in 2020, this boutique resort offers suites and a restaurant on the beachfront. The owner, an architect and fashion stylist, designed the hotel. The villa houses 3 en-suite suites, a central living area and ...

Takaungu House, set in lovely beachfront gardens, has 3 elegant whitewashed houses available for holiday rent. The self-catering houses are stylishly furnished; the compound, on a headland with sea views on all sides, is bright with bougainvillea and flame trees. The main house has a master ...

Tamarind Village is a collection of luxury serviced apartments on the waterfront in Nyali. With its towering white walls, curling archways and classical turrets, the village rises from its coral ramparts like a formidable 14th century fortress. There are 48 apartments, made up of 24 1-bedroom, 9 2-bedroom ...

Named after an ancient temple on the headland, Temple Point Resort is an attractive resort with an extensive selection of activities and facilities. The resort, set in lush gardens, covers the whole headland and has its own private beach. There are 106 en-suite rooms, made up ...

The Driftwood Beach Club has long been a favourite with locals. The charming club, set in beachfront gardens, is one of the original hotels in Malindi. There are 30 thatched bandas, each containing an en-suite double room. All bandas have aircon, telephone and veranda. There are 2 ...

This architecturally extraordinary house was built in several stages, and includes contributions by Andrew Melesi, Sala Terrena Creative Construction, Kitengela Glass and Anselm’s Hot Glass. The result is two whitewashed towers, linked by bridges and studded with colourful glass adornments. Stylish, striking and completely ...

Turtle Bay Beach Club is set in 10 acres of manicured gardens on the edge of Watamu Marine National Park. Entitled the responsible resort, Turtle Bay has received a prestigious gold award from Ecotourism Kenya. The 89 super club rooms have a double and single bed; some ...

A stylish and peaceful house just minutes from Malindi Beach, Umande Mbili is perfect for families or groups of friends. The house is set in over an acre of lush garden around a swimming pool. Umande means morning dew; mbili, the number two, notes that ...

With the only PGA-accredited golf course in Africa, Vipingo Ridge is setting its standards high. The immaculate golf course is surrounded by villas, a clubhouse, and a selection of entertainment venues; zebra, oryx and eland stroll around the area. There are 28 Golf Villas, with 2, 3 or 4 ...

A vibrant, ship-themed resort, Voyager Beach Resort is moored on the coast, at Nyali Beach. The resort provides family entertainment and animation programmes, including themed journeys across the seven seas. The 232 cabins are made up of 68 seaview cabins, 96 gardenview cabins, 12 superior seaview cabins, 51 superior gardenview ...