Ocean Sports Resort - Watamu

$$$$||View on mapWatamu, Kenya1 Mida Creek Road, Watamu, Kenya, 80202|
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Ocean Sports Resort - Watamu
1 Mida Creek Road, Watamu, Kenya, 80202·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.1Perfect
Location9.6
Staff9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Comfort9.4
Facilities9.3
Who stays here
Couples39%
Solo22%
Groups20%
Families18%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.1Perfect
Location9.6
Staff9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Comfort9.4
Facilities9.3
Who stays here
Couples39%
Solo22%
Groups20%
Families18%

Beachfront resort on Watamu's Indian Ocean coast with PADI dive center and family-owned since 1952

Accommodations and Grounds

Ocean Sports Resort sits on 15 acres of tropical gardens and exotic plants. Each sea-facing room is individually decorated and includes a mosquito net draped over the bed, a sofa, and a private entrance. All rooms have air conditioning, a safe, and a private bathroom.

Dining

The beachfront restaurant serves fresh seafood and locally grown fruit and vegetables with influences from French cuisine. Wood-fire pizzas, sushi, and homemade bread and croissants are made on site daily. As a nut-free resort, Ocean Sports Watamu caters to guests with allergies.

Activities and Water Sports

A PADI 5-star dive center on the property organizes scuba diving and snorkeling excursions. Guests can also go windsurfing, cycling, fishing, or play tennis and padel. Evening entertainment includes live music and a nightclub with DJ performances.

Family and Children

The resort provides a children's playground, indoor play area, and kids' outdoor play equipment. Babysitting services and family rooms are available, with 24-hour security throughout the property. The nut-free environment is especially suited for families with allergy concerns.

Location and Nearby Attractions

Ocean Sports Resort Watamu is located directly on a white sandy beach, bordering the Watamu Marine National Park. The Gedi Ruins and Arabuko Sokoke National Park are within a short drive. Malindi Airport is 14 miles away, and airport shuttle services can be arranged.

  • Location: Directly on white sandy beach, bordering Watamu Marine National Park
  • Rooms: Sea-facing rooms with mosquito nets and private entrance
  • Dining: Beachfront restaurant with wood-fire pizzas, sushi, and nut-free menu
  • Activities: PADI dive center, snorkeling, windsurfing, tennis, padel
  • Family: Children's playground, babysitting, indoor play area, 24-hour security
  • Hotel features: Family-owned since 1952, 15 acres tropical gardens
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 13:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of USD 15.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:9
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Rooms and availability

King Room
  • Room size:

    220 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning
Four-Bedroom Cottage
  • Room size:

    220 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    2 Double beds and 4 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning
Family Queen Room
  • Room size:

    325 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 Queen Size Bed and 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/Drinks

Poolside snack bar

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Swimming pool

Saltwater pool

Laundry

Sports & Fitness

  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Board games
  • Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

  • Saltwater pool
  • Beach access
  • Live entertainment
  • Night club
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/Kitchen utensils
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Essential information about Ocean Sports Resort

💵 Lowest room price 130 US$
📏 Distance to center 1.8 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 12.8 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Malindi, MYD

Location

1 Mida Creek Road, Watamu, Kenya, 80202
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1 Mida Creek Road, Watamu, Kenya, 80202
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