Mida Creek, off Mombasa Malindi Road, 80082 Watamu, Kenya
#1 of 28 hotels in Watamu
Guests' ChoiceBased on 92 hotel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.6
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 29 May 2024
Brett
ThailandLack of shops closeby...not much access to electricity...
Lovely staff...very cheery and helpful ..great food..authentic vibe
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Mueni
KenyaThe fact that there were no mosquito nets in the room I was in so mosquitoes had a feast😂but anyways it's a camping site, I'd still recommend the place 💯
I loved everything about the place. The fact that I was the only person there and still got a wonderful treatment says it all. For the price, it's definitely worth it 👌. Also if you want to go to other places they willingly take you. Lemme not forget the privacy and everything plus it's location is superb.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Abdi
Somalia"I had the most incredible time at this amazing place, all thanks to the wonderful hosts Harrison, Philip, Yaa, and Safari! They took me on an unforgettable adventure along the creek, where we sailed to the beautiful Green Island. Exploring the different types of mangrove trees was fascinating—I never knew much about them, despite being from East Africa! As the sun set, we enjoyed a delicious dinner of Stingray fish and savored the tranquility of the night. While it did get a bit warm without electricity for fans, they provided solar chargers, ensuring we could keep our phones powered. It was a truly magical experience that I'll cherish forever!"
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Lucy-anna
RwandaBeing in nature, delicious food, lovely people
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Mattia
ItalyAll good 😊
I know the place for a long time and it really keeps improving! Cheers to Harrison and friend for welcoming all guests like they're family. See you soon!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 March 2024
Carola
Chile- The heat was very intense, this is nothing to do Specially with the facilities but it was necessary to sleep with open door!
- Being surrounded by nature. Loved that I could walk in 5min to a open-ir dining area with views to the creek. - The family that runs the place are very kind and helpful. They helped us buying water and made a special birthday cake for my husband! - The fact they were not trying to "sell" things, just made us welcome. We felt at home
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 27 February 2024
Bénédicte
Francewe were very well received. the mangrove tour was awesome. the meal was delicious
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 12 January 2024
Martine
NetherlandsThe weather was exceptionally hot and there is no fan. But you can choose to sleep in the hammock with mosquito net to enjoy some breeze at night. If you're not good with the heat, the climate during the summer months of Dec-Jan is something to take into account. The location is a (motor)drive away from Watamu city center and from the estuary where the river enters the sea.
The food (breakfast, lunch, dinner) was fantastic, the staff and their family were very kind, flexible and helpful. It is a real nature / mostly off-grid experience. It was a very relaxing place to be. The tour around the mangrove and on the creek was very informative.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 25 December 2023
Unique
Kenyaall was good
The nature set up the makuti room and I loved the swinging beds I also enjoyed the mangrove tutorial by Captain Daniel and the canoe ride the sunset was epic then the grilled fish crowned it all. if you have a cooler box advise you to carry one.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 20 December 2023
Jean-françois
BelgiumThe closeness with the nature is super, and it is a very nice place to stay to experience something different than a basic hotel. Also the kindness of the owner is making the stay even more enjoyable. And last but not least, the breakfast is excellent
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 4 December 2023
Tiago
PortugalAbsolutely magnificent experience. We loved it and embraced the experience of living within a kenyan village and it was very co-rewarding. Thanks for everything harrisson and keep going!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 29 November 2023
Masatomi
JapanMy stay was unusual but unforgettable experience in a very good way. The host was full of mindset of welcoming. The location was very good especially for me who am interested in wild small animals.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 1 November 2023
Nejasep
SloveniaIt is not so close to the city or the beach Watamu, paying taxi is expensive for everyday ride if you go.
Friendly host and for additional tour (guide Daniel) very good people, knowledgeable. Peaceful place, clean, you have everything basic you need (private bathroom) + very delicious breakfast.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 22 October 2023
Kache
KenyaTheir was nothing to dislike,everything was good It's a NO..
I liked everything about the place,it's so quiet,so relaxing. Harrison welcomed us heart warmingly. I really loved how the staff cooperated in making our stay amazingly BEST. I would love to revisit for more adventure and experience. Don't forget to try one of their activities😉
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 12 October 2023
Hugo
New ZealandWonderful location to relax and disconnect from the hussle and bussle. Great spot to explore the estuary and the night sky at night. Harrison goes out of his way to make you feel welcome. This will be a different, but fun experience.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 5 October 2023
Severine
BelgiumAll good
Large tent and very quiet at night. I could even use the private bathroom of one of the treehouses. Delicious food. Welcoming staff, making sure I was at ease at all time! I recommend bringing flash light and powerbank.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 5 September 2023
Laura
LithuaniaI was fine with it but you should take into account that there is no electricity or light in the treehouse. Do not expect to find a snack bar or a restaurant nearby🙂 but when asked Harrison and his family will cook you dinner and it will be the best meal you had so far in Kenya🥰 Loved everythubg about it!
Harrison is an amazing host and the place is really nice! It is a perfect place to chill after traveling. The treehouse is like something from your childhood dream! Would defenetly stay there again
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 27 July 2023
Sia's
KenyaI LOVED EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS PLACE! It was exactly as advertised; An Eco friendly, back to the basics, relaxing place. This is where you go to get away from everything and just clear your mind and refresh yourself. Great swahili breakfast is provided . They can make dinner on request . I had freshly caught grilled fish and my friend had, squid. Freshly caught of course. They provide eco friendly super affordable tours and also they welcome you to their family . Cooking classes are available as well. 😋 Watamu and Gede are very close by .
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 22 June 2023
Yvonne
GermanyThe open minded people which loved to share their culture and perspectives of life
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 7 May 2023
Nyacomba
KenyaJust water wasn't working but that is okay :)
It was beautiful 😍
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 20 April 2023
Renata
Czech RepublicThis place is very basic but it has a nice atmosphere and we enjoyed very much sleeping in the tree house, even with the outdoor toilet and shower :) Apart from the huge local breakfast, we had a chance to try freshly roasted cashew nuts and even to see the whole roasting process on the open fire. We also took a boat trip to the mangroves and motorbike trip to see the elephants coming from the forest to drink. Were very lucky to see 3 big herds taking turns at the water hole. The owner, Harrison, is a very nice person, I wish you and your family all the best, hope you will be able to keep improving the place as you like. Thank you!
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 14 April 2023
Carina
KenyaThe experience was absolutely incredible, and so unique. You really are immersed into nature, and everything is so authentic. Harrison, the host, is such a kind, attentive and overall fantastic host. He was so generous in showing us things (how to prepare cashew nuts from the fruit!) and flexible in making arrangements (staying after check-out time, choosing which room we wanted to stay in, sharing a dinner portion between two people, picking us up from the main road late at night). The camp itself is as advertised -- back to basics, which means that some things like the shower up in the tree house wasn't the best for the first day, lots of mosquitoes and bugs (though most beds have a mosquito net) and no internet. However, this all pales in comparison to how relaxing and transformative the rest of the experience is. We went on a creek tour with Daniel who was also a fabulous guide and showed us so much about the mangroves, the fishing culture and all the birds (including flamingoes!). If you have any doubt at all about staying here, don't, because you will have an experience you won't regret!
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 2 April 2023
Dariusz
United StatesGreat place to stay in the local village.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 21 March 2023
Anja
Germanywithin nature,calm,relaxing,clean.the staff is incredibly hospitable and welcoming, supportive and interactive.
Stayed in March 2023
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