Lily Palm Resort, Watamu
Overview
Offering spa therapy, billiards, and a garden, the 4-star Lily Palm Resort Watamu lies in a coastal area of Watamu, 2.8 km from Sakina ocean spa and around a 20-minute walk from Ocean Sports. This stylish hotel boasts an outdoor swimming pool and a private garden in close proximity to Mida Creek.
Location
The positioning of the hotel in the very heart of Watamu ensures fast access to Watamu Marine National Park, which is nearly 5 minutes' walk away. The own beach is just 200 metres from the Lily Palm.
This accommodation is also in the vicinity of Marine National Park.
For those travelling from afar, Malindi airport is 29 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
Guestrooms offer an adjoining terrace and a balcony, along with a writing desk for guests' comfort. They feature bathrooms with a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower as well as a hairdryer and toiletries. Here you'll also find views of Lagoon Bay.
Eat & Drink
The Lily Palm Watamu features an à la carte restaurant, offering international cuisine. The beach bar is a great spot to meet up with friends for a refreshing drink. Mapango Restaurant is located just around the corner from this Watamu hotel and serves Mediterranean food.
Leisure & Business
Beach facilities at the Lily Palm include sunloungers. The availability of a diving centre and a golf playground guarantees guests an active stay at the property.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Private beach
- Hairdresser
- Coffee shop
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Children's pool
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Recommended for:
Turtle WatchGuests can join the hotel's conservation team on a beach walk at dawn and observe leatherback turtles laying their eggs on the shore.
Mangrove KayakingTravelers can paddle through the intricate networks of mangrove channels and encounter turquoise crabs and other marine life in its natural habitat.
Swahili Cooking ClassFood enthusiasts can learn how to prepare Swahili cuisine, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, with a cooking class led by the hotel's chef.
Safari WalkNature lovers can explore nearby Arabuko-Sokoke Forest Reserve on foot with an experienced guide and spot unique bird species like the rare Sokoke Scops Owl or Golden-rumped Elephant Shrew.
Sunset Dhow CruiseGuests can sail aboard a traditional dhow boat and enjoy drinks and canapes while watching the sun dip below the horizon.
Yoga on the BeachHealth-conscious travelers can stretch and unwind with a yoga session on the pristine white sand beach, led by the hotel's instructor.
- Fresh Seafood Feast
- Massage by the Sea
- Beach Bonfire Party
- Night Snorkeling
- Kite Surfing
- Bottle-Feeding Giraffes
- Local Market Tour
- Painting Class
Location
* Situated in Watamu, the resort neighbors the renowned Watamu National Marine Park, Gede Ruins, and Malindi National Museum. * The area boasts the thriving Malindi Marine National Reserve, offering pristine beaches, snorkeling opportunities, and the historic Vasco da Gama Pillar. * Ideal for nature enthusiasts, the region features the Arabuko Sokoke Forest Reserve, Mida Creek Boardwalk, and Marafa Depression Salt Licks.
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