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Blue Bay Village

Property class: 3.5

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A resort with a pool surrounded by thatched-roof structures, palm trees, and a view of the ocean. - Blue Bay Village (Watamu)
A lush garden with tall palm trees and a thatched-roof structure. - Blue Bay Village (Watamu)
A beach with white sand, clear turquoise water, and several boats. There are palm trees and beach chairs visible. - Blue Bay Village (Watamu)
A resort with thatched-roof cottages, palm trees, and a clear view of the sea. - Blue Bay Village (Watamu)
A beach view from a covered outdoor seating area with a thatched roof, white cushioned seating, and a view of the ocean with boats. - Blue Bay Village (Watamu)
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a terrace at Blue Bay Village. 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.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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View all photos for Deluxe Room

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

Deluxe Room

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room

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
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Twin Beds

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
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Quadruple Room

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

View all photos for Traditional Studio Suite

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

DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BED

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE DELUXE SEA VIEW

  • Sleeps 4

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. Visit our Watamu travel guide
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Off Turtle Bay Rd., P.O. Box 162, Watamu, Kilifi County, 1202-00502

What's nearby

  • A beach with a thatched umbrella, wooden lounge chairs, and a clear blue sea.
    Watamu Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A person in a canoe on a calm body of water during sunset.
    Mida Creek
    8 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • A beach with a boat on the water and the sun setting in the background.
    Malindi Beach
    28 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Prawn Lake
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Ruins of Gedi
    15 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • 7 Vizi Cafe
    10 min walk
  • Isla Cafe
    3 min drive
  • Willy Beach Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Hemingways Bar
    15 min walk
  • Papaya Beach Bar
    3 min drive

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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
  • Mosquito nets
  • 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

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

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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?

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. Kipepeo Butterfly Project and Ruins of Gedi are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Blue Bay Village Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
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

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