Watamu Beach Road, 80202 Watamu, Kenya
#14 of 28 hotels in Watamu
Guests' ChoiceBased on 35 hotel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.1
Facilities
8.4
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
7.5
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Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Jackline
KenyaThe room we were allocated was not well ventilated.
The breakfast was good.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 May 2024
Didier
Kenyaunfortunately during my whole stay there was no grid power, so the generator had to be switched on and off. Which meant that at midnight the power was switched off, leaving me sweating and hot at night. Something for the management to think about, as I understand they cant leave the genset running the whole night, but at the same time the rooms dont have natural ventilation so a fan is mandatory.
Nice cozy hotel, clean and friendly staff.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Talgat
KazakhstanDon’t accept card payment
Big space for working and rest outside the room
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Stef-swe
SwedenSome rooms are hot even there is a fan in ceiling.
Good service, good breakfast, kind staff, good value
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Chris
KenyaThe rooms are very close to each other and you might hear conversations from next door rooms or the way to the reception. My mattress was a bit worn out, but I might come again, as these are minor issues.
Friendly staff, central location, value for money
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Róbert
HungaryOur room was stuffy, due to having only one window. Air-condition would be a nice upgrade.
Very nice and sufficient breakfast with fresh juices every morning. And the staff was very helpful and pleasant.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Louise
GhanaSecurity concers with open terrace to rooms during the night. The room was hot. I was told that they will install AC units. To have an arrangement with a nearby hotel to use their swimming pool, even at a rate. That will help.
The ambience, cleanliness, and location. Staff friendly and helpful. Nice and clean. Thank you
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 19 March 2024
Arturo
ItalyThe hot in the rooms. There was no air only ceiling fans. It is no enought
Breakfast was good but only would be necessary conditioning air for the African hot.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 9 March 2024
Ekkehard
GermanyFor the price of 30 € you expect an aircondition not online a fan.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 February 2024
Finnchick
United Kingdom- The room was hot, the fan was not enough to cool it down. The staff told me that there are plans to add air-conditioning to rooms - The water pressure in the shower was not great.
+ Friendly & helpful staff + Strong wifi + Great location near the beach and the shops + Good size room & comfortable bed. The room also had a mosquito net but it was not needed during our stay + Delicious breakfast; coffee/tea, omelettes, selection of fruit, juice, bread etc served between 8am -10am Our room did not include breakfast but it cost only 500 Kes p/p + Fridge in the room + Check out is normally 10am but we were allowed to keep the room until 1pm.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Joshua
CanadaEncountered bugs and critters due to incomplete window screens. Lack of AC made the room uncomfortably warm. While the staff was helpful, a warmer demeanor would have been appreciated.
The location was superb, just a minute's walk from the beach. The room exuded coziness and boasted beautiful furniture. The bathroom was decently appointed with an appealing setup. Additionally, breakfast was delicious.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Jon
United KingdomNothing really.
It was the same every day, but delicious fruit, fresh juice and then egg, omelette or scrambled, plus coffee. The staff could not have been more helpful. All in all, very good value.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 11 February 2024
Nataliia
RussiaVery hot, not the fault of the hotel thought.
Nice premises with a good furniture, all you need for cooking in place (in the apartments). Breakfast is decent and the stuff polite and friendly.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 10 February 2024
Philip
United KingdomOther guests smoking in the eating area.
Staff were helpful and friendly. Breakfast was great. Location was good - for beaches, shops, bank, restaurants, etc; and for me because I could walk to Happy House children's home where I am a Trustee. Laundry service is also very good.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 11 January 2024
Fabio
ItalyIt was too hot for the first two days. I advise for the next time when you know that somebody comes, to switch on the ventilator to put more fresh air.
The best breakfast we have ever had in Africa. Amazing decoration and very helpful staff
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Amne
NetherlandsHonestly the only thing missing is an AC, but they are working on it.
The staff is very welcoming and the breakfast is nice. The welcome drink was very nice! They helped us to get a tuktuk for a fair price, so they were very helpful as well.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 27 December 2023
Hai
KenyaSelf-catering with basic needs (fridge, gas cooker, shower,fans). Location is near the beach walking 10 minutes
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 14 November 2023
Onyango
KenyaNo tv inside the apartments.
Short distance to the beach. The staff was very helpful. The environment is quiet and clean. There's reliable internet.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 6 November 2023
Kristin
NorwayThe electricity is on and off, I understand this is because of rain and also I guess it's like this in watamu. The window in my room is an inside window, but I had a lovely private space just outside my room. It is very good value for money.
It's very clean and pretty. Fresh flowers, nice plants and a very good service. The staff is great. Location is good, a short walk to 2 different beaches and plenty of restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 27 October 2023
Lily
KenyaI highly recommend Lala Salama B&B to anyone looking for a great place to stay in Watamu. It is a great value for the price, 2-minute walk to the public beach and the staff are friendly and helpful. If you love rustic furniture then this is the perfect place to stay!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 22 September 2023
Stefano
ItalyMy room was a bit dark with just a little light coming from the windows opening onto a closed area
Lalasalama b&b creates the atmosphere to feel safe and relaxed after coming back from a long Safari. Located in the hearth of Watamu, everything around is so authentic. The best staff you could ever ask for: they welcome you, give you advise, open up with fragments of their society and culture.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 15 September 2023
Dean
KenyaThe room was very hot, even though there was a ceiling a fan, you couldn't feel any benefit from it even on full speed
The staff were very friendly and helpful, good breakfast and only 5 minutes from the beach with lots of shops and restaurants nearby
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Ogola
KenyaThe serenity of this place is very nice
The cleanliness
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Amanda
United KingdomTea/coffee making facilities in the room would have been great - only thing I would change.
The room was and the property was decorated immaculately and thought gone into the design. It was very hot and humid and fans provided to help. Room cleaned daily. Breakfast was delicious and different options each day. We had our trip delayed and staff were understanding and flexible.
Stayed in December 2023
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