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Reviews of Rafiki Village

plot 1455, Watamu, Kenya

#10 of 28 hotels in Watamu

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 53 hotel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    7.9

  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    10
    Brilliant stay! Highly recommended.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights

    We enjoyed our stay at the property! Everything from the staff to the facilities was world-class.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Improve on the massage services

    Ambience, convenience, cleanliness,the staff.Everything was just perfect.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Two-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Very quite and peaceful, staff were great 👍

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    10
    I had an amazing time as I felt I received value for my money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night

    We got conflicting information about when the time the pool would be closed and so we didn't use it as much as we would have loved to on our first day.

    The staff was amazing, very attentive and responsive to our needs. Very friendly staff. An ambient place to stay, a clean pool, clean beddings, towels, and amenities.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2024

    8.0
    Amazing Watamu Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Villa
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would be nice to access a microwave since heating leftovers is not always easy with an oven

    The stay was great with the staff being very conscious of your needs. The accessibility to the pool was quite amazing as you could swim whenever you needed that cold dip. The option to get a chef during the holiday was great as well

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2023

    8.0
    Relaxed, secluded property with lovely staff but no easy beach or restaurant access
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road to the property was difficult to drive on and there wasn’t close access to the beach

    Beautiful property with very friendly and accommodating staff

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2023

    9.0
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This review has been hidden because it doesn't meet our guidelines.

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Stuff ✅ Lemme say everything in general I loved our time there💯

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    WiFi not too good but I had my own Internet.

    I love the staff, very friendly and helpful. The villas are big and spacious. Super clean , beautiful pool and environment. Close to amenities.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2023

    10
    Paradise
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Whether you're looking for a romantic getaway or a family vacation, Rafiki Village Watamu is the perfect choice. We left with our hearts full of gratitude and a longing to return. Thank you, Rafiki Village, for an unforgettable experience!"

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Villa
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Showers were a bit cold

    Personnel and the service. Great swimming pool, terrace and accommodation.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2023

    9.0
    Well maintained. Worth staying
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Good ppl, Pool, price ....

    Good place to stay.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2023

    8.0
    Gloria rocks!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Villa
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Showers were not good. That's the only complaint

    Gloria was amazing. She needs a raise 😉

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2023

    10
    Fantastic stay with exceptional staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There were heavy rains at times which created a few big puddles in the road in to negotiate. the unit could also benefit with the addition of a microwave.

    The village is beautiful and quiet with a great pool. super clean and comfortable with all amenities needed and very helpful and friendly staff. we felt like we had the entire compound to ourselves. We loved that we had our own massage gazebo to get pampered in.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Wi-Fi is terrible. The freezer is not working.

    It is beautiful, cozy, relaxing and it matches the pictures on the website. It was clean and the staff was friendly.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2023

    10
    Lovely stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is not great. The hotel is situated at the end of a dirt road, and it is quite far from the beach or the restaurants so you need to hire a tuktuk or taxi for every trip (around £3 each way).

    We arrived from Malindi and due to delays with our flights, we ended up arriving at the hotel at around midnight. The staff were very accommodating and even helped us get our luggage from Malindi the next day. The villa we stayed in was spacious and included a small kitchenette with a fridge, hob, toaster etc. The rooms were well furnished with teak furniture and nice accessories throughout. There was also a private terrace and some seating outside, with a view of the pool. The staff were lovely and decorated our bed with flowers and foliage from the garden! The staff keep the pool clean throughout the day, there is also an outdoor shower. The garden around the pool is nicely planted with local flora.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some issues with the shower. Lack of water pressure

    Beautiful place, huge and comfortable accommodation. The compound and pool are in excellent conditions. The kitchen has very good equipment.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2023

    9.0
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This review has been hidden because it doesn't meet our guidelines.

  • Reviewed: 12 December 2022

    10
    I had a great time with my family
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Consider having standby generator and a common lounge with a TV and some games

    Clean rooms, quiet place, very friendly hosts; Gloria and her team.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2022

    9.0
    great little relaxing hideaway.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit far from the beach and a bumpy road to the place. Only a parking a lot outside the facility

    Feels like an incredible hideaway. Beautiful. Big apartments with upstairs sitting and dining area. only few apartments which gave it a special and cozy feeling! Fully equipped kitchen and proper bathroom (so good)

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2021

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 5 nights

    If you travel from Europe, make sure to bring with you adapter plug.

    Really nice and helpful staff! Good value for money, the place is very peaceful. Would definitely stay here again.

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2021

    10
    I'd do it again, Ill be back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights

    it was a bit too far from the beach

    It was nice and quiet, very relaxing

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Owner was really friendly and we enjoyed our time at Rafiki Village:)

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2021

    10
    It was a wonderful time spent in Rafiki Village. All comfortable and proffessional.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Villa
    • Stayed 9 nights

    All the staff, especially Jaliwa and Gloria were perfect and punctual. The swimming pool was always clean and daily cleaning. rafiki villa was secured everyday and night. Additionally to this, every need during stay were supported and you can always count on staff help. Also recommend Karim as long distance driver and perfect Safari Organizer and Guide. Chris/Poland

    Stayed in July 2021

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