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Lily Palm Resort

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with spa, near Watamu Beach

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
On the beach, white sand, beach bar
View from property
Point of interest
Beach bar

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Beach bar
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Babysitting
  • Conference center
  • Terrace
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden

Room options

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Comfort Double Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Watamu National Marine Park, Watamu, 80202

What's nearby

  • Prawn Lake - 4 min drive
  • Mida Creek - 9 min drive
  • Watamu Beach - 9 min drive
  • Watamu Marine National Park - 10 min drive
  • Ruins of Gedi - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪PilliPan - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Licht Haus - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Casa Tex Mex - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Papa Remo Ristorante - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪crab shack - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Lily Palm Resort

At Lily Palm Resort, you can spend time at the beach sipping drinks, plus you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Watamu Beach. 2 outdoor pools provide a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body treatments, and mani/pedis. Ristorante Principale, one of 2 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A poolside bar, a children's pool, and a snack bar/deli are other highlights.

Languages

English, Italian, Swahili

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 74 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 2 children (2 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)

Parking

  • Onsite parking available only on request

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Free reception (select days)
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 4 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include body treatments and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Ristorante Principale - This beachfront buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Mapango Reef - This beachfront seafood restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa and PayPal.
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24.
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31.

Also known as

Lily Palm Resort Watamu
Lily Palm Watamu
Lily Palm
Lily Palm Resort Hotel
Lily Palm Resort Watamu
Lily Palm Resort Hotel Watamu

Frequently asked questions

Does Lily Palm Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Lily Palm Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Lily Palm Resort?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Lily Palm Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Lily Palm Resort?
Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Lily Palm Resort and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as horseback riding. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Lily Palm Resort also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Lily Palm Resort?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining, international cuisine, and ocean views.
Does Lily Palm Resort have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around Lily Palm Resort like?
Lily Palm Resort puts you in the heart of Watamu. Popular attractions include Watamu Beach, which is 9 minutes away by car.

Lily Palm Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Dana, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Chrisondra, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Fernando, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Thomas, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Really loved everything about this place, the pool and view were amazing
Inez, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

2/10 Poor

Roald Ivar, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Henrik, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Emily, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Very pleasant stay
We had a very a very pleasant stay at Lily Palm. All the staff went out of their way to make us feel welcome, which was nice. We went out of peak season, so it was very quiet. The complex is clean, has a nice pool and access straight onto the beach. There is a nice Italian restaurant on site, but also some local restaurants on the beach as well which serve great seafood, and other nice places to eat within walking distance in town. The rooms are okay, maybe a little tired looking, but for the price we paid, we have no complaints. The bed was fine, and the Aircon worked, so we were content! We were on b&b rate - the breakfast was a little disappointing, and instant coffee was served rather than fresh...but again, for the price of this hotel we can't really complain. All in all, we enjoyed our stay. I would happily return.
Emily, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Lovely grounds and a nice pool area, very inviting. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Food was ok, but the "juice" or mix or whatever it was at breakfast was virtually undrinkable.
Lisa, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

DO NOT BOOK THIS PROPERTY! The photos are old, the entire property is run down! Italians own it and all the other Good reviews came from mostly Italians and are false AF! I spoke to both owners as they were they lounging around on holiday and not giving a damn about theIr paying customers and staff. One of the owners told us we were cheap because we booked HIS property on Expedia!!! The pool and beach was great! But there are many haggling people on the beach trying to get you to buy things and take their tours, annoying. It was just hard to enjoy the beach. They did walk us across the ocean at low tide and it was fun. The restaurant staff was great! But I repeat, don’t stay here! If you decide to, Don’t get the all inclusive package. Don’t get breakfast included either. We didn’t and so glad because it wasn’t worth it. Food is sitting out and cold. However, The food we ordered a la carte was really good Just not many choices! The rooms were not as they appear online. The bathrooms are disgusting, missing grouting and stains on the walls and mirror. I could barely see myself in the mirror it was so old and dirty and also why you don’t see many photos posted of the bathrooms online. It wasn’t just my room. I booked 4 rooms for my group and 2 of the rooms were absolutely horrible! We demanded a room switch, but it wasn’t much better. The pool and location will suck you in but DON’T DO IT! I travel for a living and totally regret this stay. I hope this helps someone else.
UnhappyCustomer, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It is an older facility in a old Swahili style so it is a bit rough on the edges but that adds to its charm. The location is 5+ star and all the amenities are fine such as fridge hot water linens a/c and fans. Rooms are comfortable with over-size beds and large Swahili style sofas both in the room and on the porch. There must be a staff of almost 100 and they are very friendly and helpful. You can not find a better deal for the price anywhere around. All the furnishings are very heavy custom made and hand carved wooden pieces. An enjoyable stay for me with complete relaxation for two weeks.
14-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good value in Watamu
My stay at Lily Palm was better than expected. It's a nice facility, right on the beach. The pizzeria is good. The staff all speak Italian. The only thing that I don't understand is the insistance on using disposable plastic cups for drinking water, but this seemed to be not strictly enforced.
Brandon, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

I liked to daft that it was very quite, was able to relax. But other than that everything else was just ok . But I definitely was disappointed first night my brother and his wife , went to dinner at 8pm and they were told dinner was done , like this was very disappointing....
Najmayusuf, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The swimming pool and the view of the beach looks good. We liked the African theme on Tuesday.
SteveAggrey, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Beautiful pool
We had a one night stay in Lily Palm en route and arriving late. The staff served us dinner (good grilled fish and chicken) when the kitchen was essentially closed. The rooms are very basic but serviceable (i.e. no toiletries but hot water, mosquito net in working order, a/c, towels and wash cloths). The pool and the ocean facing area are really wonderful - just like the pictures. The hotel has access to a good beach. Staff were very accommodating. Pool manager even check if kids could swim and I appreciated the safety concern. Good value for money for our family of 4.
Kathleen, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

The property had no shampoo nor conditioner Bathrooms were very bad Food was very okay
3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Staff at Lily Palms were very kind, friendly and always ready to help. Food at Mapango restaurant was really tasty. Our toilet was somewhat not so clean and the shower area lacked a soap holder and the plastic curtain that shields water from splashing to other areas.
Alexander, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice place to spend family time and enjoying the delicious foods along with nice see view.
3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Positive: The swimming pool area and setting were absolutely magical. The view from the restaurant was equally spectacular due to the situation of the hotel overlooking a paradise like cove with coral islands in the middle. The food was better than you would expect in a typical all inclusive, but nothing out of this world. The AC worked fine, the screens kept me free from mosquitos. Turn on the fridge and it works fine. The rooms were clean, but not luxurious at all. I paid $55 a night (Bed and Breakfast only) for it, so I considered it a bargain. The staff was very friendly. Negative: The rooms were spartan at best, no coffee or tea service, only one very small bar of soap provided, no shampoos or anything, only two pillows on the queen sized bed, both of which were kind of worn out and low quality. Remember to turn on the hot water switch well in advance of wanting to take a shower, if not you will take a lukewarm shower. Some of the outlets didn't work, so I had to un-plug my night lamp to plug in my charger. The safe has a skeleton key that you have to rent for two dollars a day and then keep on you when you go out rather than a key code like most normal modern ones.
2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Nice hotel, but tired and in need of an overhaul
Staff were lovely, very friendly and welcoming and hard working, but food really not good. Buffet dinner cold and breakfast very dull. Swimming pools lovely, and great location close to the beach and Watamu village. The evening entertainment was awful! The singer really could not sing, so having to listen to the wailing coming from the bar every evening was upsetting!!
Helena , 6-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Great location - needs some work
The location of the hotel is excellent, backing right onto the beach. The food included in the room package (breakfast) was sub-standard and well below any hotel previously enjoyed in East Africa. However, the food available a la carte was decent.
Verified Expedia guest review