Situated in attractive tropical
gardens 100 km north of Mombasa, 18 km south of Malindi and
close to the village of Watamu, it lies in a secluded bay,
flanked on one side by a bluff, and on the other by a beautiful
white-sand beach. The bay is dotted with several tiny islands
with lovely beaches, accessible by pedalo or on foot at low
tide.
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Scattered around the
lush grounds, the 155 terraced bungalows and detached chalets
are simply furnished in keeping with the hotel’s character.
All have a private shower and wc, a terrace with table and chairs,
a 13-amp power point and a safe, for which a small charge is
made. Most of the bungalows are air-conditioned and the majority
of the chalets, which are situated on the bluff, have ceiling
fans and spectacular views over the bay or the Indian Ocean.
Suites are air-conditioned, have a separate lounge, a fridge,
small dressing room and a large bathroom with twin washbasins.
They also have a small veranda with table and chairs and are
situated close to the beach.
Super Club Rooms - 65 rooms. These rooms have been extensively
renovated and redecorated, all have a separate bath and showers,
balcony, split unit air-conditioning, coffee and tea facilities
and a complete mosquito proof sleeping area. These rooms are
also equipped with a double and single bed; some of these rooms
have interconnecting doors and 3 have been specifically designed
for physically handicapped clients with showers only.
Ocean Front Rooms - 14 rooms. They have been extensively refurbished,
are beach front all with air-conditioning and ceiling fan, bath
and shower, double and single bed with balcony for direct beach
access.
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| Wining and Dining
At the Club Hotel Watamu Beach you will enjoy the true
flavour of Africa. The main building is characterised
by its traditional
Makuti style architecture - wooden posts and beams supporting
a high thatched roof creating a light, spacious and airy
atmosphere. The colonial style lounge and bar, with ornate
fish pools scattered around, overlooks the beach. Here
you can relax enjoying a refreshing drink before dinner,
soaking
up the casual, friendly ambience which reflects the Kenyan
culture. Meals are taken buffet style in the attractive
open fronted dining room where you can take your pick
from the
wide choice of varied hot and cold cuisine. For an extra
special treat, you can savour the à la carte menu
at the pool grill for a small supplement.
Facilities and Entertainment
Step out into the extensive tropical gardens and you will
find an inviting swimming pool, a poolside bar, a games area,
beach bar and a patio where entertainment is provided several
evenings each week.
Typical entertainment at the hotel may include an African
Night with tribal dancers and live music. Close by is the
typical African village of Watamu where you can expect to
receive a warm welcome from the local people and catch a
glimpse of Kenyan village lifestyle.
The hotel’s sports facilities include pedalos, canoes,
tennis, bowling, crazy golf and table tennis, all of which
you can enjoy free of charge.
Of course you can always just stretch out for a while on
the sun terrace or sandy beach on a sunbed for which a small
charge is made (approximately £1 per person per day).
Please note that pool towels are not provided. Scuba diving,
boat and fishing trips are also available at nearby Turtle
Bay, for a supplement. Watersports from windsurfing and sailing
to snorkelling and canoeing and deep sea fishing trips are
available at the Club Hotel Sea Horse at Kilifi, to which
transport can be arranged (approximately 1 hour).
Please note: Owing to the changing winds and tides, the
beach at Watamu is subject to seaweed at certain times of
the year, particularly the months of May to September, however
we do our best to keep it clear. |
