Rock and Sea Resort

Location: Watamu Beach Road, Watamu, ke

Star Rating: 9.6 Stars

Property Type: Bed and breakfasts

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Free beach shuttle
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Fitness facilities (surcharge)
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• Swimming pool
• Restaurant
• Room service
• Terrace
• Family rooms
• Pets allowed
• BBQ facilities
• Luggage storage
• Express check-in/check-out
• Safety deposit box
• Fax/photocopying
• Tour desk
• Ironing service
• Hot tub/Jacuzzi
• Car hire
• Massage services
• Packed lunches
• Currency exchange
• Solarium
• Darts
• Karaoke
• Private check-in/check-out
• Shared lounge/TV area
• Board games/puzzles
• Shuttle service (additional charge)
• Concierge service
• Kid meals
• Kids' outdoor play equipment
• Infinity pool
• Salt-water pool
• Outdoor furniture
• Coffee Shop on site
• Fruits
• Shallow end
• Pet bowls
• Spa/wellness center services
• Beauty Services
• Manicure
• Pedicure
• Personal trainer
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Contactless check-in/check-out
• Invoice provided
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
• Physical distancing in dining areas
• Key access
• Food delivered to guest room
• Process in place to check health of guests
• Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
• 24-hour security
• Thermometers for guests provided by property
• Happy hour
• Supervised childcare/activities
• Television in common areas
• Front desk (limited hours)
• Express check-in
• Billiards or pool table
• Free wired internet
• Snack bar/deli
• Access to nearby indoor pool
• Playground on site
• Scuba diving on site
• Snorkeling on site
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Free beach shuttle
• Beach umbrellas
• Free pool cabanas
• Pool sun loungers
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Beach yoga on site
• Private beach nearby
• Game drive nearby
• Fitness facilities (surcharge)
• Internet access
• Games
• Housekeeping on request
• Concerts/live shows
• Private picnics
• Wine release events
• Reception hall
• Exercise/lap pool
• Japanese garden
• Secured parking
• Fishing nearby
• Horse riding nearby
• Swimming nearby
• Water sports equipment
• Beach club nearby (surcharge)
• Hosted evening meal (reserve)
• Bicycle-friendly property
• Beach toys
• Charcoal grill
• Vegetarian menu options available
• Paddle boating nearby
• Accessible shuttle
• No accessible shuttle
• Accessible train station shuttle
• No accessible train station shuttle

Rooms Available

• Bungalow with Sea View

  Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned bungalow consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The bungalow features Smartphone, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker as well as a terrace with sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Dressing room
  • Slippers
  • Additional toilet
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Mosquito net
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bidet
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Sofa bed
  • Plunge pool
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Feather pillow
  • Mobile hotspot device
  • Smartphone
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser

• Tent

  This tent's standout features are the hot tub and spa bath. The tent provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Private entrance
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser

• Tent

  Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this tent includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The tent provides air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a terrace and a patio. The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Private entrance
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser

• Deluxe King Suite

  Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Featuring a terrace with sea views, this suite also features a mini-bar and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Mosquito net
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bidet
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Plunge pool
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Feather pillow
  • Mobile hotspot device
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser

• Panoramic Suite

  Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite consists of 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The suite features a terrace with outdoor furniture and sea views for your convenience. The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Private entrance
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Feather pillow
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser

Guest Reviews

• Faatma (10/5): -
• Zein (10/5): -
• Zein (10/5): -
• Hamza (9/5): -
• brock (10/5): -
• Fri (10/5): - The outdoors has never felt quite this homely. Stefano Pelloni and his wonderful family set out to create a resort centered on "oneness with nature," and they have truly delivered. Every inch of the property is meticulously curated to maintain a heavenly vibe that follows you wherever you go. The lodges offer a beautiful "traditional homestead" feel, but the Bush Bubble Lodge was the highlight for me. It provides such a deep sense of seclusion that while chilling inside, I completely forgot I was in a shared resort. The setup is incredible: outdoor furniture, ambient path lighting, a hammock swing, a catamaran net, and even an outside shower. Inside the bubble, you’ll find a sitting room, bedroom, and full amenities. It’s the kind of place you visit and never want to leave. I could honestly write a book about it, but I’ll let my top highlights speak for themselves. My Top 12 Highlights 1. Genuine Hospitality: From the owners to the staff, everyone is cordial and professional. You feel welcomed in every single interaction. 2. Room Service: They offer complimentary room service (having breakfast delivered to your lodge upon request). 3. The LichtHaus Access: Enjoy free boat rides to and from LichtHaus throughout the day. 4. Evening Bonfires: Perfectly placed bonfire spots are lit every evening. 5. Pool & Jacuzzi: A beautiful swimming pool with an adjoining jacuzzi for ultimate relaxation. 6. The Bubble Spa: The private bathtub/spa setup within the Bush Bubble is a dream. 7. The Jungle Gym: This felt like a real-life extension of The Flintstones! It’s incredibly unique; I’ve never seen anything like it. 8. Hammocks Everywhere: They are scattered throughout the bar, pool, and gym (you’re never far from a place to lounge). 9. Poolside Swings: As a "bouncing baby girl" at heart, I absolutely loved these. 10. Dining: The Red Lobster and Calamari dishes at the restaurant are standout meals. 11.
• Sam (10/5): -
• Lucie (10/5): Un séjour calme et reposant, parfait à tous points de vue : 10/10. - Le séjour a été très agréable. Le personnel du restaurant et de la piscine on été absolument parfait : accueillant, attentionné et toujours souriant. Un grand merci également aux masseuses, très professionnelles, douces et à l’écoute. Leur travail a vraiment contribué à rendre le séjour encore plus relaxant. Je recommande sans hésiter
• Fabian (10/5): -
• Rahma (9/5): - The facilities and the services inside the resort are exceptional It’s a little bit far from other places. How ever they provide a boat to cross over.
• Russel (10/5): Lovely owners who are engaging. - Privacy
• Gianluca Dolci (10/5): -
• Tom (8/5): Fantastisch, maar je moet wel openstaan voor een beetje avontuurlijke nachten. - De grootste troef is zeker het restaurant. We hebben fantastisch lekker gegeten! De krab, de pasta's, de capaccio van octopus ... alleen al voor heten gaan wij zeker terig. Ook de eigenaars en het personeel zijn top! De pool area is heel erg aangenaam. Hoewel de kamers erg ruim zijn en voorzien van alle comfort, blijft het toch wennen om geen glas in de ramen te hebben. Het muggengaas en de klamboe zijn weliswaar een voldoende bescherming tegen beestjes, maar de vochtigheid blijft wel vervelend, zelfs met een airco (waarvan het nut beperkt is door de open ramen).
• Tairon (10/5): - Staff is really friendly! Specially the people working in the restaurant, bar and the boy at the pool. They are always very willing to help and make your stay special. The place offers incredible views over the Mida creek. The swimming pool area is lovely, the garden is beautiful and well maintained. The food is great, there are plenty delicious options that were well prepared and presented. There is a boat transfer that is free to use between Lichthuis and the hotel, which is very convenient.
• Lars (4/5): Overpriced and dissappointed rooms / experience - definitely not a >7 experience. - Good location, clean, welcoming owner, nice ‘concept’ of sleeping under the stars, very good massages. Free boat trips too Watamu. Breakfast is very 1 star hotel, prices are absurt high (€250 coming from even €350) for a 3-star hotel. It also took at least 25 mins to prepare but we were the only guest. Apart from the owner, there was lazy, uneducated and unsupported staff; not coordinating well, not cooperative, not taking initiative. Felt like we had to tell and guide them instead of the other way around. Don’t book the lagoon room. We expected a proper Skyview after €250 payment for a 3 star hotel in a small town. The trees’ branches covered everything, and the light at the neighboring hotel disturbered the view and kept us awake (very uncozy). Hotel beds need a renovation. Room have ‘sand’ floors. Meaning that you have to use a towel for your feet everytime you step into your bed. Matrasses are old and 1-start hotel quality.
• Martin (10/5): TRIP TO ROCK THE SEA - The privacy and quietness. The connection with nature. Everything was amazing. The staff were exceptional.
• nevo (10/5): Better than expected on all levels ! - An exquisite location with brilliant staff and delicious food. Such a great find !
• Sonal (9/5): Perfect for unwinding and connect with nature and self. Great food! - The property is a very private/semi private natural oasis with modern facilities. It’s perfect to unwind, relax, eat and drink well. Definitely try the crab- so fresh! Not a big negative since you will be outside during the day however the bubble tent can be very hot during the day.
• Pierre (9/5): - Stunning views, lovely salt water pool, very friendly staff, lovely breakfast, and we enjoyed relaxing on the hammocks overlooking Mida creek.
• Ronny (8/5): -
• Ale-1976 (10/5): Bellissimo ed ecosostenibile - Il Rock and Sea Resort è un'esperienza da vivere. Stefano e Sara, i due titolari, sono persone squisite. Da romagnoli veraci hanno nel DNA l'attenzione al cliente e la cura del dettaglio che sono un tratto distintivo della loro struttura. Affacciato sul Mida Creek, questo eco lodge meraviglioso è un posto di nicchia, sappiatelo. Cinque ambienti completamente diversi uno dall'altro (tra cui le famose bubble),curati nei minimi dettagli, pulitissimi e circondati da una natura incontaminata che ti sorprendente ogni giorno. Il primo buongiorno lo abbiamo ricevuto da una simpatica famigliola di cercopitechi, che ovviamente cercavano cibo...ma ci hanno messo allegria. L'area piscina in galana è fantastica, tutti gli spazi comuni sono molto ricercati ed alcuni hanno scorci mozzafiato. Il ristorante panoramico panoramico, dove tra l'altro si mangia da Dio, ha una vista eccezionale sul Creek. La struttura ha 37 dipendenti per massimo 16 ospiti, quindi si è continuamente coccolati dal personale, molto gentile e sorridente. Stefano e Sara,molto premurosi ed attenti ma mai invadenti,ci hanno fatto preparare un aperitivo al tramonto che ricorderemo per sempre. Il fire place davanti l'imponente baobab è pura poesia. Una cosa che abbiamo inevitabilmente notato è la cura degli arredi e la qualità molto alta dei tessuti e prodotti da bagno, come in una SPA top di gamma. Lenzuola profumate, accappatoi morbidissimi, camera che viene rinfrescata durante la giornata con cambio biancheria...attenzioni non del tutto usuali in Africa, bisogna sottolinearlo. Per isolarsi e rilassarsi completamente questo posto è ideale. Da notare il fatto che hanno una barca (gratis) a disposizione dei clienti che in 5 minuti ti accompagna alle porte di Watamu, dove prendere un tuk tuk per andare magari in un localino a bere qualcosa in mezzo alla gente. È impossibile trovare un aspetto negativo secondo il mio giudizio.
• Michal (10/5): -
• Wim (10/5): - Prachtige resort, we zaten in imperial banda. Het was paradise. Zo mooi, ruim, verzorgd. De eigenaar stond ons op te wachten, zeer vriendelijk. Ongedwongen en top vakantie gevoel. Het personeel, 37 man voor 5 lodges was zeer vriendelijk, behulpzaam en bediende ons op zijn wenken. En het eten : kreeft oesters, vis, zo lekker, het ontbijt schitterend en bediend in onze lodge.We zijn nog maar weg en we missen het al. Fantastisch, een van onze topervaringen en ieder dollar/ euro en kenian shilling waard Niets
• Karin (10/5): Exceptional - Everything was incredibly nice. Really quiet and cozy place with lots of vegetation that made it a small leafy oasis. Great view from the restaurant which had very good breakfast and food and very good service. The view and facilities in the room were unbeatable. We especially liked the net hammocks that hung out over the sea. The pool area was great with very attentive and friendly staff serving towels and drinks. A boat was available whenever you wanted to go over to Watamu. Can't think of anything, will be happy to come back. :)
• Vivian (8/5): Very good -
• Mohsin (10/5): Exceptional -
• Valerio (10/5): Paradise in a paradise . Unique, relaxing . Is a place where you feel the vibes . The host and the stuff are amazing . T - It’s a paradise in a paradise . A beautiful gem ; a place where you feel the energy. Every room is unique and different , Infact we tried different rooms , one sea view and one in the bush . The host is amazing and go there is like to be in a honeymoon. The stuff extremely cordial and good , the food is better than 5 star Italian Michelin restaurant . Honestly, one of the best place ever . I like everything .
• Jessica (9/5): Gorgeous place to do nothing - The location is amazing, no one else around, a good time to fully relax and do nothing. The sunset is amazing. The bubble is fantastic as it’s something so unique to stay in. The sand on the floor of the bubble
• Tk (8/5): I absolutely loved the location, the jacuzzi and the pool. - The location The insects crawling around, my lady and I still have bite marks, part of the adventure I guess.
• Ian (10/5): Exceptional - Excellent staff, great food and phenomenal views from our bedroom.
• Jay (10/5): Exceptional -
• Penny (10/5): Exceptional - The most amazing sunsets we have ever sren from the small bar area at the restaurant. Peace and quiet, the perfect honeymoon destination. Rooms really beautifully appointed and well designed. Nothing
• Bella (10/5): Exceptional -
• Nathanael (10/5): Exceptional - Food was amazing, best in that entire area. It was so quiet and peaceful and clear. The staff was very helpful and friendly.
• Kisbey-green (10/5): Exceptional - Loved the fact that it was so exclusive, and how the owner / manager was so involved and accessible. nothing
• Hafsa (10/5): Exceptional -
• Louisa (10/5): Amazing! - The uniqueness of the resort, the beauty and serenity, not forgetting the amazing/hospitable staff. Food was absolutely lovely, and so were the cocktails 🍸. The view from the bubble room at night was unimaginably great (watching the stars & full moon). The heat in the bubble room. It was extremely hot inside with not much ventilation.
• Robert (10/5): Exceptional -
• Asghar (8/5): Excellent place to recouperate and relax with stunning views - Beautifully layout with and exceptional view of the Mida Creek from our Imperial Banda. Very Private and secluded, making it ideal to relax and recharge. Beautiful pool and facilities. The F&B went out of their way to make us feel at home with exceptional food and drink. All the staff are warm, welcoming and exceptionally helpful staff. I would highly recommend you visit.
• Jangmi (10/5): Exceptional -
• Inigo (10/5): Most beautiful location in Watamu - Incredible location with the best hospitality. I would highly recommend! Food was delicious with the high up panoramics views of the bay which are not to be missed at sunset.
• Paula (10/5): Exceptional - The resort is amazing and really peaceful. The location over the Mida Creek is fabulous with a fantastic view. Sleeping in the bubble is an unique experience, you can fall asleep watching the sky full of stars and be woken up by the sunrise. The owner and the staff are very kind and helpful in everything. We had a great time in Rock and Sea and we hope to come back soon.
• Dr. (10/5): The most beautiful destination of my lifetime!. - I liked everything Rock and Sea resort offered
• Nina (10/5): A magical getaway in the bush bubble, a treat for body and soul - A fantastic experience all round. We stayed in the Bush Bubble (the term 'tent' does not do the experience justice) and absolutely loved it. Everything is beautifully and very tastefully done. Flowers everywhere, lots of beautiful little details, lots of privacy, very attentive and friendly staff, and everything you could wish for is already present or swiftly provided. We woke up to the sight of monkeys in the trees above our bubble, went standup-paddling in the lagoon, enjoyed time by the pool, and ate at the restaurant. Stefano provides an SUP and a free rescue service by a very friendly and patient captain is available in case the current and/or wind make it impossible for you to return to the hotel under your own steam. The food was rather pricey (though delicious) and some more side salads would have been nice.

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