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The ONE

4.0 star property
Watamu beachfront resort with 2 restaurants and beach bar

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4 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Boating
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Garden
Interior
Nestled beside a golf course, The ONE offers an idyllic retreat. Savor the sun at the private beach with cabanas and dining, unwind with hydrotherapy or aromatherapy at the outdoor treatment areas, and enjoy two poolside bars for refreshing cocktails. Take in breathtaking views while indulging in Irish cuisine at one of two on-site restaurants.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • 2 restaurants and 2 poolside bars
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Free children's club
  • Free babysitting
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Beach umbrellas

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting (free)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
  • Garden

Room options

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Double Room, Garden View | Garden view

Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Bidet
Shower/tub combination
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Beach View | Beach/ocean view

Double Room, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Bidet
Shower/tub combination
  • 301 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bidet
Shower/tub combination
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kanani Road, Watamu, Kilifi County

What's nearby

  • Watamu Beach - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Prawn Lake - 14 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Ruins of Gedi - 20 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Malindi Beach - 21 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Marine Park - 22 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 35 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Travellers Inn Resort - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Papa Remo Ristorante - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪7 Vizi Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Amici Miei Pastries Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Isla Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The ONE

Putting you within a 10-minute drive of Watamu Beach, The ONE offers a private beach where you can enjoy free cabanas, beach umbrellas, and volleyball. 4 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, and hydrotherapy. Restaurant Watamu, one of 2 restaurants, offers ocean views and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include 2 poolside bars, a free airport shuttle, and a free kid's club.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 150 units
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
DONE

Children

    • Free babysitting
    • Free supervised childcare
    • Free children's club
DONE

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle (available 24 hours)
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • Beach bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Tea service at check-in
  • Room service (late night)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Free supervised childcare/activities
  • Children's menu
  • Toys

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Tennis
  • Yoga classes
  • Beach volleyball
  • Boat tours
  • Snorkeling
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (350 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Water sports equipment

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Art gallery on site
  • Arcade/game room
  • Spa services
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • In-room dining only

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 6 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology.

Dining

Restaurant Watamu - This poolside buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Restaurant Malindi - This beachfront restaurant specializes in Irish cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Onsite venue #3 - lobby lounge. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 20 (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per child: USD 17 (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 80
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 45 (from 5 to 16 years old)
  • New Year's Day (January 1) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 21
  • New Year's Day (January 1) Gala Dinner per child: USD 10 (from 5 to 15 years old)
  • Valentine's Day (February 14) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 25
  • Valentine's Day (February 14) Gala Dinner per child: USD 7 (from 5 to 12 years old)

Optional extras

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

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

ONE Watamu Bay Resort
The ONE Watamu
The ONE Watamu Bay
The ONE Resort Watamu
The ONE Resort
The ONE Resort
The ONE Watamu
The ONE Resort Watamu

Frequently asked questions

Does The ONE offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The ONE 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 The ONE?

Yes, there are 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at The ONE?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The ONE?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The ONE?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The ONE?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at The ONE and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like snorkeling, volleyball, and boat tours and improve your game at the onsite tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes volleyball and yoga. Enjoy a swim in one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools or use the resort's other amenities, which include 2 poolside bars and 3 bars. The ONE also has a private beach, spa services, and an arcade, as well as a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near The ONE?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring beachfront dining, Irish cuisine, and ocean views.

Does The ONE have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

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