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Blue Bay Village

3.5 star property
On private beach with outdoor pool, near Watamu Beach

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Water view
Interior
Private beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels
Beach/ocean view
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$361
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr

Explore the area

Map
Off Turtle Bay Rd., P.O. Box 162, Watamu, Kilifi County, 1202-00502
  • Watamu Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Mida Creek
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Ruins of Gedi
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Malindi (MYD)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Sea View

Minibar, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, Sea View

Highlights

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

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Traditional Studio Suite

Traditional Studio Suite

Traditional Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Quadruple Room

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Watamu

At Blue Bay Village you'll be 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Watamu Beach and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Prawn Lake. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a private beach, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the outdoor tennis court and pool loungers. Meeting rooms and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Free buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Watamu hotel include Mida Creek and Ruins of Gedi.

What's nearby

  • Prawn Lake - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Watamu Beach - 7 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mida Creek - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Ruins of Gedi - 14 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Malindi Beach - 46 min drive - 26.6 km

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪PilliPan - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Licht Haus - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Casa Tex Mex - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Papa Remo Ristorante - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪crab shack - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Blue Bay Village

On private beach with outdoor pool, near Watamu Beach
Step outside to unwind on the white sand beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Blue Bay Village such as an outdoor pool and an outdoor tennis court.

Free breakfast is available daily. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace.

This 3.5-star Watamu hotel is smoke free.

  • 86 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Blue Bay Village offers 86 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Bathrooms include a shower, bidets and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Swahili

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return 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 centre
  • 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 lift

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay and cash.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Blue Bay Village?

The closest beach to Blue Bay Village is Watamu Beach (2 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Bay Village?

As of 31 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Bay Village on 8 Apr 2025 start from NZ$360.53, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Blue Bay Village have a pool?

Blue Bay Village has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Blue Bay Village a romantic place to stay?

A private beach and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Blue Bay Village.

Does Blue Bay Village serve breakfast?

Sure does, free buffet breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Blue Bay Village?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Blue Bay Village?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Blue Bay Village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Blue Bay Village?

No, pets are not allowed.

Blue Bay Village Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

8/10 Good

David, Kinshasa

Travelled with family and small children
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

VITTORIA

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

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDER

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

10/10 Excellent

claudio

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
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