Watamu Ascot Hotel

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A resort with thatched-roof huts, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden. - Watamu Ascot Hotel (Watamu)

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs. - Watamu Ascot Hotel (Watamu)

A white building with multiple balconies, a thatched-roof structure, and a well-maintained garden with palm trees. - Watamu Ascot Hotel (Watamu)

A pathway leading to a building with palm trees and a gravel area. - Watamu Ascot Hotel (Watamu)

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Luxury

8.8

Excellent

Luxury hotel remodeled in 2024 and located near Watamu Beach

Take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a casino, and 7 beach bars at Watamu Ascot Hotel. Hit the jackpot at this hotel with amenities such as 4 casino gaming tables, bingo, and 20 slot machines. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage or other spa services. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a poolside bar and a terrace.

Popular amenities

Pool
Spa
Parking included
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Breakfast available

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Aug 1 - Aug 2

Tomorrow

Aug 2 - Aug 3

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 5 of 5 rooms

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room, Patio

Garden view
17 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with two beds, a painting on the wall, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Standard Triple Room, Terrace

Garden view
25 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Quadruple Room, Terrace

Partial ocean view
45 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Free WiFi

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony.

Family Room

Partial ocean view
50 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds
Free WiFi

A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a door.

Executive Suite

Partial ocean view
60 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds
Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Watamu, Watamu Ascot Hotel is in the city center and near the beach. Ruins of Gedi and Portuguese Chapel are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Watamu Beach and Malindi Beach. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. Visit our Watamu travel guide

Watamu Beach Road, Watamu, Kilifi County, 80200

What's nearby

Watamu Beach
13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Mida Creek
10 min drive - 3.0 miles
Malindi Beach
28 min drive - 16.7 miles
Ruins of Gedi
16 min drive - 5.0 miles
Silversands Beach
33 min drive - 17.2 miles

Getting around

Malindi (MYD)
40 min drive

Restaurants

Willy Beach Restaurant
11 min walk
Amici Miei Pastries Bar
13 min walk
7 Vizi Cafe
14 min walk
Non Solo Gelato Blue Moon
3 min drive
Hemingways Bar
4 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free offsite parking
Street parking available
Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: KES 590 to 1,700 for adults and KES 590 to 1,700 for children
7 beach bars
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of KES 2,200; reservation required
Private picnics
Snack bar/deli

Things to do

2 outdoor pools
20 slot machines
4 gaming tables
9-hole adjacent golf course
Beach volleyball
Bicycle rentals
Bingo
Bodyboard
Books
Casino (1,615 square feet of space)
Designer stores
Farming classes
Golf clubs/equipment
Helicopter/airplane tours
Pro golf lessons
Scooter/moped rentals
TV in common areas

Family friendly

2 outdoor pools
In-room babysitting (surcharge)
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages

Business services

Meeting rooms

Outdoors

Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Dock
Garden
In a nature reserve
On the bay
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Pool loungers
Terrace

Spa

Deep-tissue massages
Sports massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Gravel flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in room
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance

More

2 floors
Comprehensive food waste policy
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Renovated entire property - December 2024
Smoking not allowed
Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Towels provided

Food and drink

Minibar

More

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Safe
Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from April 5 to July 10:

Bar/Lounge

The property will be renovating from April 8 2026 to July 12 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:

Bar/lounge
Exterior

During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately KES 590 to 1700 for adults, and KES 590 to 1700 for children
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Hosted evening meal: KES 2200

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit 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

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Watamu Ascot Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Watamu Ascot Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Watamu Ascot Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Watamu Ascot Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Watamu Ascot Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Watamu, this luxury hotel is steps from Watamu Beach, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Prawn Lake and Mida Creek. Ruins of Gedi is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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