Swain-selected stayWatamu, KenyaHemingways WatamuA distinctive base for a journey designed around you.Selected by our Destination ExpertsExploreThe storyGalleryExperiencesPlan your stayThe stayWhat to know about this stay.Hemingways Watamu sits on Garoda Beach inside Watamu Marine National Park, 60 rooms split between 21 luxury apartments and 39 standard and deluxe rooms, most with uninterrupted Indian Ocean views.Snorkeling and diving Watamu's coral reefs and paddleboarding through Mida Creek cover the marine side of a stay, and the botanical spa handles quieter beach days. Fishing and birdwatching round out the activity list for a longer coastal stay, alongside a restaurant specializing in fresh seafood, a strong beach add-on for travelers extending a Kenya safari with time on the coast. A closer lookHemingways Watamu, in detail.View all 12 photosBeyond the stayExperiences nearbySnorkeling and diving Watamu's coral reefs, paired with paddleboarding through Mida Creek, cover the marine side of a stay inside Watamu Marine National Park. Sixty rooms split between 21 luxury apartments and 39 rooms sit right on Garoda Beach, most with uninterrupted Indian Ocean views. Plan with SwainAdd Hemingways Watamu to your journey.Tell us where you want to go and how you like to travel. We will recommend the right route, length of stay, and experiences.Start planning →