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Reviews of Mawe Zuri Resort

Watamu - Jaccaranda Road Mawe Zuri Resort, 80200 Watamu, Kenya

#9 of 28 hotels in Watamu

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 80 hotel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    8.6

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    9.0
    Seaside views
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The restaurant menu had way too much dishes for staff to handle; at least this time of low season. In result some dishes had no similarities with the real raw model the name of dish came from. But some dishes were very good.

    Good size of room, large bathroom, well kept pools. Big TV, quiet location, fantastic seaview from the garden, easy to have a walk in the area and safe. Friendly staff, good breakfast but slow.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Peaceful. Comfortable bed. Inviting swimming pool. Exceptional service from staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    10
    Tranquility
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The serenity and quietness of the hotel!!! Just perfect! And being at the sea front made evenings perfect for a sit and chill watching the sunset and listening to the wind. The staff were also exceptionally polite and friendly. If you’re looking to rejuvenate and take some time out. This is it! I think I found my spot anytime am off for R&R 😁

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    9.0
    Awesome.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We didn’t get drinking water in our rooms until we asked about it after finding out all other guests were receiving 2 bottles every day.

    I really enjoyed the swimming pools. We stayed at the new Villas which are very modern and comfortable.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    9.0
    It was amazing
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved everything.

    The breakfast was amazing and delicious, they have a full course English breakfast.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    9.0
    I recommend you 100%
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The chef took a lot of time to make the food. Sometimes the staff asked constantly how is everything I found difficult to relax 100%

    The views, the facilities. It was clean… I loved the room

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    10
    Awesome place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nestled along the pristine coastline, Mawe Zuri Resort offers an exquisite retreat for those seeking tranquility and luxury. From the moment you step onto the property, you are enveloped in a sense of serenity and indulgence. The resort's architecture seamlessly blends with the surrounding natural beauty, creating a harmonious ambiance that soothes the soul. The room boasts elegant design and modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay. The culinary experience at Mawe Zuri is nothing short of exceptional.. For those seeking relaxation, the resort' offers a guarantee to melt away stress and tension. Overall, Mawe Zuri Resort is a haven of luxury and tranquility, where every detail is carefully curated to provide guests with an unforgettable experience. We will surely come back!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The accommodations were pristine, offering ample space and a luxurious bed fit for royalty. The air conditioning worked flawlessly, ensuring our comfort throughout our stay. Our taste buds were tantalized by the delectable meals, with the tangy tamarind juice and succulent pork chops quickly becoming our favourites. And let's not forget the delightful English breakfasts enjoyed each morning against the backdrop of a breathtaking sea view. I'm definitely coming back.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2024

    8.0
    Relaxing and Beautiful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was not as clean but unless you are a germophobe like me, you wouldn’t notice.

    The staff were very homely and responsive.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Such a nice place, very clean and organized. The staff are so friendly

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location might not be for everyone as there is no direct access to beach at high tide. But a very short and cheap tuk tuk or boda boda ride gets you anywhere in Watamu at any time.

    An exceptional boutique hotel with massive air conditioned rooms, huge comfortable king bed, great showers, 2 salt water pools, good food and very few people. I loved my stay here and extended for 2 additional nights to soak it all in. Perched on a sea cliff top, there's a commanding view of the beautiful bay And a secret tunnel to directly access the tide pools and sandy beaches at low tide.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The internet was quite slow and buggy. So if you plan to work from here, get a kenyan sim and some data. That worked well for me for a zoom call. But of course you are coming to relax anyways, right =). Also, while the breakfast was nice, I usually love a good buffet. This was a la carte. I guess that helps to not waste food so i respect it. Tiny details.

    Really nice space and very friendly staff. Beautiful view from the hotel onto the sea. Very clean rooms and frequent room service. Very big beds which was a bonus for me since many beds in Kenya are quite small for me. The pool was always open even at night. There is a small 'hidden' staircase down to the ocean which you can access at low tide. It's not a beach access as the ground is rocky but at low tide, if you feel adventurous, you could probably walk through the shallow water to the beach. Just don't expect a sand beach in front of your hotel.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Access to the beach is challenging as you can only get round at certain times of the day.

    Amazing rooms, and beautiful resort! Really helpful and friendly staff, who went above any beyond showing the best routes to the sea and organising a coconut for me! Great food, breakfast was huge and delicious, and I had dinner there which was also very nice fish!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower has seen better days.

    The resort is quite nice and the staff is wonderful. The jacuzzi is a great asset.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2023

    10
    as above
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    My only gripe was a lack of direct access to a sandy beach, the very nearby beaches were spectacular however access via a tuunel carved into the rock leading onto a reef like shore was not ideal

    I loved everything, a lovely charming pure African ambience lodge. Food was lovely the staff were faultless

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    I loved everything about this resort. The best food in watamu and the service is just excellent. Highly recommend this place

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    300meters to the hotel is a dusty road which makes it hard to walk to the main road to get a taxi

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2023

    9.0
    Very clean and good value for money.
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    - Full English breakfast was good but would be nice to have more vegetables. - The owner's son had friends over and they had a large speaker by the pool on 2 days. To be fair, I didn't ask at the reception if they could do something about this!

    - Very good value for money considering that the cost of travel in Watamu is quite high. - Extremely clean and everyone is very friendly! - AC works great. - Would go back.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2023

    10
    Perfection!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place was awesome. I was working while I was there and it was very cozy, comfortable and the staff was so accommodating. Internet was very good, was working back in the states and had no issues. The shower was also the best shower I’ve had in Kenya. Water pressure was perfect. Netflix on the tv was also a huge plus. Couldn’t recommend more for anyone trying to relax and enjoy Watamu.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Managers son with his specia free food and drink guests parties. Told no when asked to use Bluetooth speaker by managers son has he was using. I had guests/family arrive for a couple of days and paid all my expenses.

    The staff were very friendly and helpful. Meals good and hot. Pool excellent.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    What a wonderful place!

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 January 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Google map location PIN isn't accurate but the staff promised to work on making it accurate.

    -My room was so spacious, I was solo but the bed could fit 4 adults comfortably.lol. -The staff are always on standby to assist if you need anything. -The breakfast menu is vast and has good options to pick from. - It's quiet and ideal for that quiet, undisturbed vacation time. -Showers have both hot and cold water. -A bidet is also provided in the washroom.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 January 2023

    8.0
    nice quiet break with exceptional staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    towels faded over time. add more local dishes to the menu

    the staff are exceptional. quiet small resort. clean pool

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 January 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Menu was boring ,the sea food on the menu was basic *Frozen* Breakfast was OK, flies everywhere and Staff were just standing there while food got infested by flies

    Rooms were excellent Views to die for Pool very clean and maintained Air condition system best Staff very good Reception lady's were the best ,nothing was too much for them.. The place is fantastic good velue for money

    Stayed in January 2023

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