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Blue Bay Village

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star beachfront hotel near Watamu Beach

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A resort with a pool surrounded by thatched-roof structures, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A beach with white sand, clear turquoise water, and several boats. There are palm trees and beach chairs visible.
A beach view from a covered outdoor seating area with a thatched roof, white cushioned seating, and a view of the ocean with boats.
A resort with thatched-roof cottages, palm trees, and a clear view of the sea.
A lush garden with tall palm trees and a thatched-roof structure.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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Off Turtle Bay Rd., P.O. Box 162, Watamu, Kilifi County, 1202-00502
  • Place, Watamu Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mida Creek
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Malindi Beach
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Malindi (MYD)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A bed with a canopy, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

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A bed with a canopy, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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A covered outdoor area with a wooden bench, a small table with a basket, and a door with glass panels.

Deluxe Room

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

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A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and red accents, a wooden headboard, bedside tables with lamps, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Triple Room

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

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A double bed with a white bedspread and red runner, a wooden headboard, and a mosquito net.

Standard Double Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A four-poster bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of the outdoor area through a glass door.

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Sea View

A room with a bed under a canopy, a wooden dresser, a mirror, and a red lantern.

Deluxe Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A room with a bed under a canopy, a wooden desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Quadruple Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, white pillows, and a wooden headboard.

Traditional Studio Suite

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

DOUBLE TWO BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Watamu

On the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Watamu Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Prawn Lake with a stay here. Also, Mida Creek is within 3 miles (5 km) and Ruins of Gedi is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Watamu Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mida Creek - 8 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Ruins of Gedi - 15 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Malindi Beach - 28 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Mambrui Beach - 46 min drive - 28.0 miles

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Yummy Dishes
  • ‪Willy Beach Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Amici Miei Pastries Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • Caffe Da Raso
  • ‪Wasafi Swahili Dishes - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Blue Bay Village

3.5-star beachfront hotel near Watamu Beach
Step outside to unwind on the white sand beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Blue Bay Village like an outdoor pool and an outdoor tennis court.

Free breakfast is available daily. 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 beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace.

This 3.5-star Watamu hotel is smoke free.

  • 86 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Blue Bay Village offers 86 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. Bathrooms include showers, bidets, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during April, May, June, and July.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Blue Bay Village Hotel
Blue Bay Village Watamu
Blue Bay Village Hotel Watamu

Frequently asked questions

How close is Blue Bay Village to the airport?

Blue Bay Village is 12.4 mi (26-min drive) away from the Malindi (MYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Bay Village?

As of Aug 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Bay Village on Sep 12, 2026 start from $166, 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 Blue Bay Village have an airport shuttle?

Blue Bay Village offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Blue Bay Village to the beach?

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

Does Blue Bay Village offer free breakfast?

Blue Bay Village offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Blue Bay Village?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Blue Bay Village?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Blue Bay Village?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Blue Bay Village have a pool?

Blue Bay Village features an outdoor pool.

Does Blue Bay Village have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Blue Bay Village have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer beach massages.

How close is Blue Bay Village to downtown Watamu?

Blue Bay Village is 1.6 mi away from Watamu.

Blue Bay Village Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

EMMA R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly stuff and the perfect environment to unwind.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

Wow, great stay

Great stay, staff were amazing and so friendly. They made the environment even more amazing. The infrastructure was impeccable and great view. Would definitely return
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are amazing. Very thoughtful and helpful. Wonderful food
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

claudio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
struttura raccolta ma raffinata. paradisiaco l’affaccio al mare. direttore sergio attentissimo a qsiasi bisogno, simpatico e competente. effetto covid ininfluente.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful swimming pool and lounge bar area. Restaurant right on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ottima struttura pulita con personale molto disponibile.Mi e' capitato di cenare 2 sere al villaggio e ho mangiato benissimo Unica pecca la wifi non funzionante
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Anna

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

VITTORIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

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