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Blue Bay Village

3.5 star property
Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Water view
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Water view
Garden
Interior
Blue Bay Village offers a private beach with sun loungers for relaxation. Enjoy restorative massages at the spa, or find a book in the library for a quiet afternoon. The on-site restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Active travelers will love the outdoor pool and tennis court.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
Aerial view

On the beach

This hotel has a private beach. Take advantage of the beach loungers and beach towels at the white sand beach. An on-site activity you may enjoy during your visit are beachside massages. Popular nearby activities to consider include snorkeling and fishing.

Beach
Outdoor dining

Room options

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Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Tomorrow

Sep 13 - Sep 14
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Minibar, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room | Minibar, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room | Minibar, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Twin Beds | Minibar, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Traditional Studio Suite | Minibar, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Traditional Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | Minibar, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Watamu, Blue Bay Village is on a private beach. Ruins of Gedi and Portuguese Chapel are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake. With snorkeling and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Map
Off Turtle Bay Rd., P.O. Box 162, Watamu, Kilifi County, 1202-00502

What's nearby

  • Watamu Beach - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Prawn Lake - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Ruins of Gedi - 19 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Malindi Beach - 32 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Marine Park - 34 min drive - 13.8 miles

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 26 min drive

About this property

Blue Bay Village

Hotel near Watamu Beach
Consider a stay at Blue Bay Village and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beach massages, and sun loungers. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant offers lunch and dinner. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • An outdoor tennis court, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and beach towels
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall, and meeting rooms
  • Concierge services, free newspapers, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All 86 individually furnished rooms have thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like minibars and free bottled water.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, bidets, and hair dryers
  • Balconies or patios, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not 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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Bay Village have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Blue Bay Village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Blue Bay Village?

Blue Bay Village doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Blue Bay Village?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Blue Bay Village?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does Blue Bay Village provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Blue Bay Village located?

Nestled on the beach, this Watamu hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Watamu Beach, Prawn Lake, and Mida Creek. Ruins of Gedi is 4.4 mi (7 km) away.

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Reviews

Blue Bay Village Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

9.6

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

Reviews

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

6/10 Okay

Anna

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

10/10 Excellent

VITTORIA

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

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDER

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

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

8/10 Good

David, Kinshasa

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

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

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