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Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront resort near Watamu Beach

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A beach cabana with white chairs and a thatched roof, overlooking the ocean.
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | Water view
Terrace/patio
Restaurant
Exterior

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Jacaranda Road, Kembe Kibabamshe 367, Watamu, Kilifi County
  • Place, Watamu Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ruins of Gedi
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Malindi Beach
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Malindi (MYD)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3

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A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Comfort Double Room, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • Sleeps 3

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Comfort Double Room, Garden View | Desk, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Desk, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 710 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, and a plain wall with a window.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 807 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, and a plain wall with a window.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 807 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Luxury Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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Panoramic Room, Ocean View | Desk, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Panoramic Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Watamu

On the beach.At this Watamu resort, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Watamu Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Prawn Lake. Also, Mida Creek is within 3 miles (5 km) and Ruins of Gedi is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Watamu Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Prawn Lake - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Mida Creek - 10 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Ruins of Gedi - 16 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Malindi Beach - 28 min drive - 16.9 miles

Getting around

  • Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.) - 175 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Willy Beach Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Amici Miei Pastries Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪7 Vizi Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Wasafi Swahili Dishes - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tamu Beach & Restaurant - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm

3-star beachfront resort near Watamu Beach
Step outside to unwind on the white sand beach. Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm like an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This Colonial resort also offers a garden and a terrace. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Watamu resort is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2009
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. In-room massages and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, facials, and body scrubs.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Outdoor pool
  • Ropes course

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Airport shuttle transfer per adult: USD 20 (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle transfer per child: USD 10 (one-way), from 3 to 10 years old

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 80 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 80 (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in March.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm Watamu
Life St.Thomas Royal Palm Watamu
Life St.Thomas Royal Palm
Life St Thomas Royal Palm
Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm Resort
Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm Watamu
Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm Resort Watamu

Frequently asked questions

How close is Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm to the airport?

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm is 12.3 mi (31-min drive) away from the Malindi (MYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm?

As of Jul 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm on Jul 8, 2026 start from $197, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm have an airport shuttle?

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 80 per person, one-way.

How close is Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm to the beach?

This resort is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm offer free breakfast?

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm?

This resort offers free self parking.

Does Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm have a pool?

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm have a spa?

This resort doesn't have a spa, but it does offer beach massages, body treatments, and facials.

How close is Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm to downtown Watamu?

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm is 0.3 mi away from Watamu.

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 6 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Valene

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
AVOID, stay away! Firstly the location is wrong, 30 USD to get to the next town by taxi. The Road to the hotel is terrible, extremely bumpy. Beds are hard. This is not a four star hotel. Food is bad. Save your money, go somewhere else.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacobus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

St Thomas December visit

The general conditions are good, rooms are nice and clean and airconditioners works well. Pool is Nice and clean. Food was good although no meat ( bacon and sausages) for breakfast in last 3 days of visit. Management does not adjust to needs - we were keen on Tusker Lite and although the resort is between Malindi and Watamu, they could never procure this. Chef’s cooking is good. We booked a family unit and it was only revealed to me that these units are under renovation in two days before we visited, when I called to confirm details. Smaller rooms were offered in stead. Overall good experiences, the resort has a nice look, but the maintenance needs to pick up. It was a very relaxing visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

MARIA GRAZIA

Recensione incompleta

Da premettere che è stata scelta da hotel.com visto che la precedente era stata cancellata dalla struttura. Dopo un pernottamento sono stata cambiata di struttura perché già piena quest' ultima. Per cui non so dare un giudizio esaustivo.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Yusra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Watamu 2022

The service was amazing! From manager Edwin to all the restaurant staff! The apartment was lacking a lot! The tv wasn’t working our entire stay which was 4 day, the shower was not working properly, and the kettle wasn’t working at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The stay was generally okay There was not much food variety on the menu and it was highly priced considering that it was just okay/ average Besides that the hotel was generally pocket friendly thogh they need to improve on the food and drinks variety available The access road to the hotel was terrible and actually wrecked my car's suspension which was barely 3 months old. Best to take a tours car
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019