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Barracuda Inn Resort

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Watamu Beach

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Barracuda Inn Resort

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior
Lobby lounge
2 restaurants, international cuisine
Lobby sitting area

Overview of Barracuda Inn Resort

Reviews
6.8

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • On private beachOn private beachOn private beach
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Check out the area

Map
Watamu Road, Watamu
  • Popular LocationMida Creek8 min drive
  • Popular LocationWatamu Beach9 min drive
  • Popular LocationRuins of Gedi14 min drive
  • AirportMalindi (MYD)39 min drive

Room options

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Blackout drapes

Double Room, Sea View

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes

Panoramic Villa

  • 377 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | Blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room | Blackout drapes

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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The price is $29
per night
$34 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
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About the neighborhood

Watamu

Beachfront retreat .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Watamu hotel, you'll find Prawn Lake and Watamu Beach. Also, Mida Creek is within 3 miles (5 km) and Watamu Marine National Park is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Prawn Lake - 6 min drive
  • Mida Creek - 8 min drive
  • Watamu Beach - 9 min drive
  • Watamu Marine National Park - 10 min drive
  • Ruins of Gedi - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Swahili Dishes - 16 min walk
  • Willy Beach Restaurant - 14 min walk
  • Licht Haus - 9 min drive
  • Club Kalahari - 15 min walk
  • Bar Radio Maria - 8 min drive

About this property

Barracuda Inn Resort

4-star beachfront hotel near Watamu Beach
Step outside to feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the white sand beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. Summer fun is a breeze at Barracuda Inn Resort with activities like scuba diving, windsurfing, and kayaking.

A free manager's reception is offered daily. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a garden. Free self parking is available.

  • 85 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Casino
  • Nightclub
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
Barracuda Inn Resort offers 85 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Rooms open to patios. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and refrigerators can be requested.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator on request

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Casino
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scuba diving
  • TV in common areas
  • Windsurfing

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Patio

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 30.00

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 40.00
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 20.00 (from 4 to 12 years old)
  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 40.00
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 40.00
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 20.00 (from 4 to 12 years old)
  • Gala Dinner on 15 August per adult: EUR 40.00

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 20.00 (one way)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • An in-room refrigerator is available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Barracuda Inn Resort Watamu
Barracuda Inn Resort
Barracuda Watamu
Barracuda Inn Resort Hotel
Barracuda Inn Resort Watamu
Barracuda Inn Resort Hotel Watamu

Frequently asked questions

How close is Barracuda Inn Resort to the airport?

Barracuda Inn Resort is 12.3 mi (40-min drive) away from the Malindi (MYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Barracuda Inn Resort have an airport shuttle?

Barracuda Inn Resort offers a shuttle from the airport to the hotel 24 hours a day, for a charge of EUR 60 per person.

How close is Barracuda Inn Resort to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Barracuda Inn Resort offer free breakfast?

Barracuda Inn Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Barracuda Inn Resort?

Yes, there's a casino on site.

What time is check-in at Barracuda Inn Resort?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Barracuda Inn Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Barracuda Inn Resort have a pool?

Barracuda Inn Resort features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Barracuda Inn Resort have a restaurant?

Barracuda Inn Resort is home to A Buffet, which features international cuisine.

Does Barracuda Inn Resort have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Barracuda Inn Resort to downtown Watamu?

Barracuda Inn Resort is 1 mi away from Watamu.

Barracuda Inn Resort Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 15 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Kabora

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
One thing very unique to this property it the entertainment (animation) team. Those guys, are over and beyond anyone expectations and makes this location a unique destination. They've activities all day, from dancing, aquarobics and live acrobatic and music shows, and all that for FREE, at no extra cost ... amazing. Also, location is within walking distance to a lot of attractions and dining places. However, the property need to improve on the following: 1) a face lift, a bit of renovation 2) mosquitoes, that was a nightmare, everywhere from open area to the rooms 3) breakfast was basic, you should consider having variety 4) trip charges where 5 times expensive, while across the road you could get much cheaper options
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place. Relaxing. June is offseason. Resturant was closed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Derryl Omondi, Kennesaw

TV was not in the room. Was very much surprised on this matter
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Generally very good. It is true that the facility caters mostly to Italians, but I am not sure why that would be a problem. It was a small irritation that guests can reserve the sunbeds around the pool the entire day just by leaving a towel on them, even if they just use them a little, which means that the beds are empty most of the time and no one else can use them. I don't think this is a good system for the area immediately around the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Location
Nice hotel with private beach area and immediate access to beach. Friendly staff, food was good.

8/10 Good

stefano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for italians
Friendly staff but everything was in Italian. Not so good if you don't speak Italian..

6/10 Okay

ELENA

Disliked: Cleanliness
Акуна матата
В отель мы не попали, так как при заселение сообщили что проблемы с канализацией именно в нашем номере (бронирование было сделано в июне-июле 2018 года), при этом других туристов заселяли. Что успел увидеть по отелю, территория симпатичная (бегают свои обезьянки, которые животные), убирают ну не спешно и с вытекающим последствием в качестве ))) Заселили в итоге в отель Lily Palm Resort, Ватаму, Кения, как бы так же 4 звезды, но еще в более запущенном состоянии и на второй территории (отель состоял из двух территорий). Что удивило что при бронирование отеля Barracuda Inn Resort я точно брал номер с завтраком, но в итоге его не оказалось в ваучере, в какой момент он пропал я так и не понял!!! Пришлось доплачивать отдельно. Полотенца при заселении в Lily Palm Resort просили заменить три раза, по причини отвратительного запаха!!! Завтраки однообразные, но это из-за того что район Ватаму находится под Итальянцами и их такие завтраки вполне устраивает. Пляж, это вообще грустная история, он красивый, песок скрипит как снег на морозе, но но и еще раз но, его не убирают, и мусор с водорослями лежит на всей его территории из-за этого красота исчезает!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Francesca, Bologna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Resort molto carino e curato nei dettagli, camere spaziose con letto king size a baldacchino con zanzariera, situate in piccole e graziosissime palazzine a 2 piani immerse in uno splendido e curatissimo parco. Ottimo ristorante che offre favolosi croissant a colazione e ottimo pesce, carne, pasta e tante verdure a cena. Strepitosa la cena Africana allestita sulla spiaggia! Ben funzionante (solo alla reception) il WiFi gratuito per i clienti Expedia (20 Euro a settimana per altri tour operator). Un po' piccola la piscina e il mare di fronte all'hotel non è certo dei migliori del Kenya, ma la spiaggia è molto bella, sia nella parte soprelevata che quella sottostante, sabbia incredibilmente bianca e fine come neanche alle Maldive!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alessia, Roma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sopra le aspettative!
Albergo super confortevole, personale cordialissimo e disponibilissimo, cibo davvero di qualità! La mia esperienza presso il barracuda è stata davvero piacevole e super positiva!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018