East Africa

East Africa Accommodation List: a guide to budget, exclusive, luxury and affordable overnight holiday accommodation in the East Africa tourism region with a list of hotels, holiday resorts & spas, safari lodges, game lodges, bush camps, bed-and-breakfast, guest houses, backpackers, apartments and self-catering accommodation in East Africa.

East Africa Accommodation list

VENUELOCATIONTYPEPRICE
CassurinaWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 2,269
Cassurina

Cassurina

(family units from R 2,269)

The house is set in a rich indigenous forest with wonderful opportunities for spotting the local flora and fauna. A small sandy path leads directly down to Watamu Marine Park.

Dar MidaWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 4,538
Dar Mida

Dar Mida

(family units from R 4,538)

Dar Mida overlooks the serene and peaceful Mida Creek as it flows into the Indian Ocean. The bird life is abundant and there are lots of activities to enjoy and experience in Watamu.

Dhow HouseWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 4,240
Dhow House

Dhow House

(family units from R 4,240)

Dhow House is a spectacular five-bedroom house built in Lamu style. Set in one acre of garden, the house has three storeys and the magnificent entrance leads up to the first floor where the swimming pool is located with palm trees at each corner.

Heather's GardenWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 2,530
Heather's Garden

Heather's Garden

(family units from R 2,530)

Heather's Garden is a modern five-bedroom house set on three floors with a large swimming pool overlooking the mangrove forest and Mida Creek beyond.

Island View HouseWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 5,047
Island View House

Island View House

(family units from R 5,047)

Island View House is a recently built, five-bedroom house with a free-form swimming pool set above Watamu Beach, boasting stunning views out over the Indian Ocean. The property is also fully staffed for a relaxing holiday.

Lamu HouseWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 3,028
Lamu House

Lamu House

(family units from R 3,028)

Lamu House is a completely renovated Swahili-style house which has been lovingly furnished and fitted with all the necessary facilities to ensure a fantastic night's rest.

Lulu MiziWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 5,585
Lulu Mizi

Lulu Mizi

(family units from R 5,585)

Lulu Mizi is a traditional five-bedroom beach house complete with a sparkling swimming pool. It overlooks the Watamu Marine Park.

Mermaids GateWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 2,757
Mermaids Gate

Mermaids Gate

(family units from R 2,757)

Mermaid's Gate is a lovely guest cottage situated on the opposite side of Watamu Beach Road, only a few minutes' walk from the nearest public beach access road.

NaishiWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 5,236
Naishi

Naishi

(family units from R 5,236)

Naishi is a fully staffed and stunning four-bedroom house set high up on a ridge offering spectacular views out over the Indian Ocean from both the house and the small infinity pool.

NdegeWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 2,181
Ndege

Ndege

(family units from R 2,181)

Ndege House is a stunning house built with a makuti roof and set amongst the palm forest close to Mida Creek. The beach area of Watamu offers great opportunities for water sport activities and beach combing on pristine white sands.

Ocean CottageWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 2,094
Ocean Cottage

Ocean Cottage

(family units from R 2,094)

Ocean Cottage is a comfortably furnished beach house located in an enviable and rare position right on the beach. It can make use of the neighbouring Ocean Sports Hotel facilities such as the swimming pool, tennis courts and squash courts.

PavillionWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 3,927
Pavillion

Pavillion

(family units from R 3,927)

Pavillion is a three-bedroom beachfront house with a large swimming pool and entertaining area. It is approximately one mile down the beach from the main hotels.

Plantation House and CottageWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 6,894
Plantation House and Cottage

Plantation House and Cottage

(family units from R 6,894)

Plantation House and Cottage would be taken in conjunction with each other as then you would be able to share both the swimming pool and the entertainment area.

RafikiWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 5,498
Rafiki

Rafiki

(family units from R 5,498)

Rafiki is a four-bedroom house with direct access to the beach. The house has four spacious bedrooms with double or twin beds, mosquito nets and fans with views out to the sea.

Schwari HouseWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 2,557
Schwari House

Schwari House

(family units from R 2,557)

Schwari House is a four-bedroom Colonial beach house with an infinity pool opening straight onto Vipingo Beach. The house can accommodate up to 10 guests and comprises four bedrooms, a kitchen, living room, dining area, and terrace.

Siena CottageWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 1,745
Siena Cottage

Siena Cottage

(family units from R 1,745)

Siena Cottage is a cosy two-bedroom bungalow with a covered terrace stretching the length of the house and overlooking the swimming pool. It is about 10 minutes' walk to the nearest beach access road and from there guests have access to Turtle Bay Beach and the Watamu Marine Park.

Sugar HouseWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 3,839
Sugar House

Sugar House

(family units from R 3,839)

Sugar House is a four-bedroom house set over three floors with a large swimming pool. The beach is a couple of minutes' walk from the house and the first and second floors offer stunning views of the sunsets out over Prawn Lake.

Suni HouseWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 3,839
Suni House

Suni House

(family units from R 3,839)

Suni House is a stunning four-bedroom Watamu home, built in the last few years. Set on two floors, it is only a couple of minutes' walk from the Mida Short Beach. Beautifully designed with artistic touches from the owners throughout the house.

SwimboWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 4,799
Swimbo

Swimbo

(family units from R 4,799)

A purpose built, old-style holiday home that has recently been renovated and simplified, it has everything you need for a simple getaway. The house is tastefully furnished and has excellent staff to pamper you.

Tikiti MajiWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 2,269
Tikiti Maji

Tikiti Maji

(family units from R 2,269)

Tikiti Maji is a three-bedroom, makuti-topped house with a swimming pool in the Mida Forest area of Watamu.

Vipingo Beach HouseWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 3,490
Vipingo Beach House

Vipingo Beach House

(family units from R 3,490)

Vipingo Beach House is a five-bedroom coast house, designed with two floors. The house has a clear swimming pool and direct access onto Vipingo Beach.

Yin Yang HouseWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 3,490
Yin Yang House

Yin Yang House

(family units from R 3,490)

Yin Yang House is a spectacular, newly-renovated four-bedroom house with a unique and beautiful swimming pool. Set in the tranquil palm forests of Mida, it is approximately a two-minute walk from Mida Creek and 10 minutes from the main beach at Turtle Bay.

Ylang Ylang CottageWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 2,443
Ylang Ylang Cottage

Ylang Ylang Cottage

(family units from R 2,443)

Ylang Ylang Cottage is named after an essential oil in aromatherapy, used to relax and soothe the mind. This three-bedroom cottage has a beautiful swimming pool and private beach access only 200 yards away.

The White HouseWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 3,054
The White House

The White House

(family units from R 3,054)

The White House is a four-bedroom, recently renovated house with a fantastic entertaining area upstairs overlooking the swimming pool and lush tropical garden. The property is situated on a beach access road, approximately 100 yards from the white sandy beach and Watamu Marine Park.

Villa BaumontiaWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 3,839
Villa Baumontia

Villa Baumontia

(family units from R 3,839)

Baumontia House is set on the north side of Kilifi Creek, approximately an hour's drive from either Mombasa or Malindi airports. It is one or two houses set high on a promontory facing south, overlooking the magnificent lagoon of Kilifi Creek, affording spectacular views of the magnificent sunsets.

The Crooked HouseWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 3,490
The Crooked House

The Crooked House

(family units from R 3,490)

Set on the south side of Kilifi Creek, The Crooked House is one three guest houses set overlooking the magnificent entrance to the creek, commanding spectacular views of the Indian Ocean, with direct access to sandy coves below.

Little Gem CottageWatamuSelf-catering (family units) R 2,019
Little Gem Cottage

Little Gem Cottage

(family units from R 2,019)

Little Gem Cottage, like it's sister Bijou Cottage, is a two-bedroom self-contained guest house located on a beach plot, only a few metres from the Watamu Marine Park and Indian Ocean. The swimming pool is shared with Bijou the owners in the main house.

Forodhani HouseShelaSelf-catering (family units) R 7,668
Forodhani House

Forodhani House

(family units from R 7,668)

Forodhani House is a beautifull beachfront Holiday House located on Shella Beach, at the very spot where decades ago a watch-post stood (Forodhani means watch-post in Kiswahili) controlling the to and fro of boats entering and leaving Lamu Island.

Jopfan Country HotelKabaleHotel (family units) R 349
Jopfan Country Hotel

Jopfan Country Hotel

from R 349 (family units from R 1,857)

Jopfan Country Hotel is a modern hotel located less than a kilometre away from Kabale town centre on Makanga Hill, bordering the golf course. The hotel boasts the most darling, cool and quiet location with an exclusive view of the beauty of Kabale and its surrounding terraced hillsides.

Chez Maggie Hotel and RestaurantMorondavaHotel (family units) R 536
Chez Maggie Hotel and Restaurant

Chez Maggie Hotel and Restaurant

(family units from R 536 to R 935)

The Chez Maggie is a small, intimate property located directly on the beach. This is the ideal romantic hideaway in a comfortable garden setting. The relaxed setting has double-storey chalets and bungalows.