Alawi Home, Watamu
Overview
The 3-star Alawi Home Watamu hotel is a great place in a beach area of Watamu, which stands approximately 7 km from Bio-Ken Snake Farm. This boutique-style hotel offers 7 rooms with sea views, an Indian restaurant, and a lounge bar.
Location
You'll need 20-minute drive to Malindi airport. There is Jacaranda Bay Beach, located 17 minutes' walk away.
Rooms
The rooms at the hotel have a patio, along with an air conditioner for your convenience. Bathroom amenities include a bidet, a tub, and a shower, as well as comforts such as hair dryers and bath sheets.
Eat & Drink
A wide selection of African specialities is offered in the on-site restaurant.
Leisure & Business
The Alawi Home Watamu also includes a swimming pool. Thanks to a golf course, guests can stay fit at the accommodation.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Private beach
- Currency exchange
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Horseback riding
- Golf course
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Babysitting/Child services
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Garden area
- Full body massage
- Shallow end
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Recommended for:
Morning Yoga PracticeJoin a daily yoga class hosted on the hotel's beach deck, overlooking the Indian Ocean.
Swahili Cookery ClassLearn how to prepare traditional Swahili dishes, using fresh ingredients sourced from Watamu's local markets.
Private Beach PicnicEnjoy a secluded beach picnic, complete with a selection of handcrafted sandwiches, homemade snacks and fresh juices.
Sunset Dhow CruiseEmbark on a traditional Arab sailing boat, equipped with comfortable cushions and refreshments, to watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean.
Mida Creek Bird WatchingTake a guided tour to Mida Creek, a birdwatcher's paradise, and spot rare species such as the Black Heron and Goliath Heron.
Marine Turtle ConservationSupport the hotel's turtle conservation efforts by taking part in a hatchling release program or visiting the sea turtle rehabilitation center.
- Beach Volleyball Tournament
- Coastal Bike Tour
- African Drumming and Dancing
- Spa and Wellness Retreat
- Swahili Language Lesson
- Water Sports Excursion
- African Sunset Cocktail
- Traditional Swahili Fishing
Location
* Situated in Watamu, a coastal town known for Watamu Beach, the Gede Ruins, and Mida Creek. * The neighborhood features the Watamu Marine National Reserve, Malindi Marine National Park, and dynamic street markets offering local crafts and cuisines. * Bio-Ken Snake Farm, Dabaso Turtle Watch, and Arabuko Sokoke Forest Reserve are ideal for nature enthusiasts and eco-tourists.
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