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Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Watamu Beach

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Exterior
Daily continental breakfast for a fee
Lobby sitting area
Garden
Family Triple Room, Terrace, Pool View | Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Ocean Sport Road, Watamu
  • Place, Watamu Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Prawn Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Malindi Beach
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Malindi (MYD)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite, Resort View

Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite, Resort View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Pool View

View from room

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Pool View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Triple Room, Terrace, Pool View | View from room

Family Triple Room, Terrace, Pool View

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View

Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite, Resort View

Garden view

Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite, Resort View

  • Resort view
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View | Terrace/patio

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Double Room Single Use, 1 Bedroom, Terrace | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room Single Use, 1 Bedroom, Terrace

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View | Terrace/patio

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Triple Room, Terrace, Pool View | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room, Terrace, Pool View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Watamu

Close to the beach.Stay at this Watamu hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Watamu Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Prawn Lake. 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
  • Prawn Lake - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Mida Creek - 8 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Ruins of Gedi - 16 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Malindi Beach - 28 min drive - 16.9 miles

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Non Solo Gelato Blue Moon - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Amici Miei Pastries Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪7 Vizi Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Willy Beach Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Beach Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Mvuvi Lodge Watamu

Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Watamu Beach
Mvuvi Lodge Watamu offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a library, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly Mvuvi Lodge Watamu. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Watamu hotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Mvuvi Lodge Watamu offers 12 accommodations with fireplaces and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: KES 1,200 for adults and KES 600 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Fan
  • Fireplace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately KES 1200 for adults and KES 600 for children

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
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Mvuvi Lodge Kite House
Mvuvi Lodge Watamu Hotel
Mvuvi Lodge Watamu Watamu
Mvuvi Lodge Watamu Hotel Watamu

Frequently asked questions

How close is Mvuvi Lodge Watamu to the airport?

Mvuvi Lodge Watamu is 12.7 mi (37-min drive) away from the Malindi (MYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mvuvi Lodge Watamu?

As of Jun 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mvuvi Lodge Watamu on Jun 12, 2026 start from $63, 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 Mvuvi Lodge Watamu have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mvuvi Lodge Watamu.

How close is Mvuvi Lodge Watamu to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Watamu Beach and 14.7 mi (43-min drive) from Malindi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mvuvi Lodge Watamu offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Mvuvi Lodge Watamu, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of KES 1200 for adults and KES 600 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Mvuvi Lodge Watamu?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Mvuvi Lodge Watamu?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Mvuvi Lodge Watamu?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Mvuvi Lodge Watamu have a pool?

Mvuvi Lodge Watamu features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Mvuvi Lodge Watamu have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Mvuvi Lodge Watamu have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages and mani/pedis.

How close is Mvuvi Lodge Watamu to downtown Watamu?

Mvuvi Lodge Watamu is 1.9 mi away from Watamu.

Mvuvi Lodge Watamu Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

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

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the property is very clean and all the staff are extremely friendly. They made me feel very relaxed and safe. Most days I had the sole use of the pool! Perhaps the chef could do with a few pointers and it would have been great to have a small fridge in my room which was lovely and clean. was well cared for and really enjoyed my stay....5 gold stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really loved our stay at this special cozy little resort. THE STAFF WERE ALL AMAZING!! Our room had a comfy bed (great shower) and a couch and chair on patio. Super clean. The pool was so nice in the afternoons and the bar area is great with cozy couches and a TV and books. In less then 5 minutes u are at the beach and I always looked forward to a nice greeting by Moses the security guard and Daniel our friendly waiter/bartender. Don’t hesitate to stay here! Plus they have decent Chardonnay!
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Alexander

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

Shockingly bad

I had booked a room at Mvuvi 5 months ago and was told when I arrived that they had overbooked. I was thrown into a random house in Watamu, dogs running through the room, the person in the next room being violently sick all night. The house wasn’t even on the map so I got very lost late at night trying to find it. Mvuvi must have known about the overbooking months ago, but only told me on my arrival. I had an option of another hotel originally, which I would have obviously taken if I’d have known what would happen in advance. Mvuvi have charged me the full rate for something that was not a hotel - no food, soap etc. and they have not even offered an apology. It’s the second time I’ve had issues booking with them (last time they changed the dates of my stay without telling me) so I will never be staying there again and I strongly encourage people to avoid it as well.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jasmin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025