According to the Kenya Tourism Board, Watamu Beach received over 200,000 visitors in 2022, making it one of the most popular destinations in the country. Many of them were couples who chose Watamu Beach for their wedding, and they were not disappointed.

Here are some of their reviews:

• “We wanted a beach wedding, but we also wanted to experience the culture and activities of the place. Watamu Beach offered us everything we wanted and more. Family and friends created memories that will last a lifetime.” Fatima and Ahmed, from Dubai

• “We chose Watamu Beach for our wedding because we love nature and adventure. We were not disappointed. Watamu Beach was a paradise for us. We had a beautiful beach wedding with a fun reception at the hotel. We also enjoyed snorkeling, diving, and visiting the forest and the ruins. It was a dream come true.” Laura and James, from London

How to Choose the Best Hotel Venue for Your Watamu Beach Wedding

Choosing a hotel venue for your Watamu Beach wedding is not an easy task, as there are many factors and criteria that you need to consider. Here are some of them:

• Location: It determines the accessibility, convenience, and ambiance of your wedding. Consider how far the hotel is from the airport, the beach, and the attractions. 

• Size: This determines the capacity, comfort, and flexibility of your wedding. 

• Style: The style of the hotel venue determines the theme, the mood, and the personality of your wedding. Ideally, you want a hotel that matches your style and offers a unique and memorable experience.

• Amenities: Amenities of the hotel venue determine the quality, convenience, and value of your wedding. Consider what the hotel offers in catering, entertainment, photography, and other wedding services.

• Price:  Affordability, budget, and value of your wedding are things to consider. Understand what the hotel includes in the package and what they offer as discounts or deals. You want a hotel that fits your budget and offers good value for your money.

To help you choose the best hotel venue for your Watamu Beach wedding, compare and evaluate different hotel venues based on the factors and criteria mentioned above. Here are some tips and advice on how to do that:

• Read reviews: Reading reviews from previous customers can help you determine the quality, reputation, and satisfaction rate. You can find reviews on online platforms like TripAdvisor, Booking.com, or Google. You can also request referrals from friends, family, or wedding planners like us at Janeson Events.

          Look for relevant, recent, and reliable reviews that provide positive and negative feedback.

• Check availability: Availability from the hotel venues can help you understand the demand, popularity, and availability of the hotel venues. You can contact the hotel venues directly or use online tools like Expedia, Hotels.com, or Airbnb.

• Visit the site: Visiting the site from the hotel venues can help you see the reality, appearance, and ambiance.

• Ask questions: Asking questions from the hotel venues can help you get an idea of the details, the policies, and the communication of the hotel venues. You can ask questions via phone, email, chat, or online tools like FAQs, blogs, or social media. You can also ask for references from the hotel venues, such as testimonials, certificates, or awards. Look for answers that are informative, honest, and prompt.

We have selected some of the best hotel venues for different types of weddings on Watamu Beach. This is based on our research and experience.

Here are some of them:

Beachfront Wedding:

If you want a beachfront wedding where you can marry on the sand with the ocean as your witness and the breeze as your music, you might want to consider Hemingways Watamu.

This luxury hotel offers a stunning beachfront. It has a private and secluded stretch of white sand.

Hemingways Watamu can host up to 150 guests for a beach wedding and 200 guests for a beach reception. It has 39 spacious, elegant rooms and suites that offer ocean views and modern amenities. The hotel also has a pool, a spa, a gym, a restaurant, and a bar.

The hotel is easily accessible via the Malindi Airport, which is only 20 minutes away by car. The hotel has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 on TripAdvisor and a price range of $200 to $400 per night.

Garden Wedding:

If you want a garden wedding in a lush and serene setting, you might want to consider the Medina Palms. It is a boutique hotel with a stunning garden with tropical plants and trees.

The hotel can host up to 100 guests for a garden ceremony and 150 guests for a garden reception. 

Medina Palms has 50 stylish and cozy rooms and suites that offer garden views and contemporary amenities. Be sure you will enjoy a pool, a spa, a gym, a restaurant, and a bar. 

Also, accessibility is not a problem. You can access the hotel easily via the Malindi Airport, which is only 15 minutes away by car.

The reviews are great from happy clients. It has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 on TripAdvisor and a price range of $150 to $300 per night.

Terrace Wedding: 

Lonno Lodge is a luxury hotel that offers a stunning terrace location with panoramic views. It has a capacity of 50 guests for a terrace ceremony and 80 guests for a terrace reception. The eight exquisite, intimate rooms and suites offer ocean views and rustic amenities. It is easily accessible via the Malindi Airport, which is only 20 minutes away by car. The hotel has a 5 out of 5 rating on TripAdvisor and a price range of $250 to $450 per night.

Ballroom Wedding:

Turtle Bay Beach Club is a family-friendly hotel. It offers a stunning ballroom location with a capacity of 300 guests. The hotel has 145 spacious, comfortable suites with garden or pool views and classic amenities. You and your guests can easily access Turtle Bay Beach Club via Malindi Airport. It is a 25-minute drive. It is a 4-star hotel. prices range from $100 to $200 per night.

Ready to book your dream wedding on Watamu Beach? Don’t wait any longer, as these venues are in high demand. Contact us today. We will help you plan the most memorable day of your life!

We are Janeson Events, a professional wedding planning company. We specialize in planning destination weddings in Kenya. We have the experience, the expertise, and the passion to make your wedding a success. We will work with you to find the best hotel venue, wedding package, and wedding services for your Watamu Beach wedding. We will also handle the logistics, coordination, and execution of your wedding so you can relax and enjoy your special day.

Talk soon!