WATAMU BAY ORA RESORT, Watamu

Watamu Bay Ora Resort - A 3.5-star family-friendly resort with ocean-view bungalows, private beach, and spa services

Watamu Bay Ora Resort features bright bungalows with large windows leading to private verandas overlooking the Indian Ocean, offering king-size or twin beds with sofa beds. The resort includes two onsite restaurants serving Italian cuisine, a wellness center with spa services like massages and manicures, and a private sandy beach with scuba diving opportunities. Guests can explore nearby landmarks such as Watamu Beach (1 km), Mida Creek (4 km), and the ruins of Gedi and Portuguese Chapel. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones, while leisure options include an astrological observatory and evening entertainment with indigenous folklore shows. The property is 20 km from Malindi and a little over an hour's drive from Mombasa Airport.

Pros

Bright bungalows with private verandas and ocean views.

Private sandy beach with scuba diving and an astrological observatory.

Two onsite restaurants featuring Italian cuisine.

Wellness center offering massages, manicures, and pedicures.

Proximity to Watamu Beach (1 km) and Mida Creek (4 km).

Cons

No pets or service animals allowed.

Some nearby attractions require a short drive (e.g., Gedi ruins).