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The ONE

4.0 star property

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4 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
4 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
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4 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk

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Kanani Road, Watamu, Kilifi County
  • Ruins of Gedi
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Mida Creek
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Watamu Beach
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Malindi (MYD)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Beach View | Beach/ocean view

Double Room, Beach View

  • 301 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Garden View | Garden view

Double Room, Garden View

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Double Room, Sea View

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

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About this property

The ONE

4-star Watamu resort with 2 restaurants
At The ONE, spend the day on the private white sand beach where you can enjoy snorkeling. Then return for a meal at one of the resort's 2 restaurants.
The ONE offers 150 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and slippers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

A private beach and an outdoor tennis court are featured at the resort. 4 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 6 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology.
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 in the sun loungers (chaise longues) or kick back in the shade with complimentary cabanas and umbrellas. Bring your whole family to The ONE for summer fun including 4 outdoor swimming pools, a complimentary children's club, and a children's pool.

Dining is available at one of the resort's 2 restaurants. The property also offers a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the resort's bars, which include 2 poolside bars and 3 bars/lounges. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This beach resort also offers outdoor tennis courts and a garden. Guests can use the outdoor pool at a partner property. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

The ONE has designated areas for smoking.

Restaurant Watamu - This poolside buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Restaurant Malindi - This beachfront restaurant specializes in Irish cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Onsite venue #3 - lobby lounge. Open daily.
Late night fare is available from room service (during limited hours).

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 poolside bars
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Tea service

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant Malindi
  • Restaurant Watamu

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Beach volleyball
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Snorkeling
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Free babysitting
  • Free children's club
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (350 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • In-room dining only
  • Late-night room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 20 (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 17 (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 80
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 45 (from 5 to 16 years old)
  • New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 21
  • New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per child: USD 10 (from 5 to 15 years old)
  • Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 25
  • Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per child: USD 7 (from 5 to 12 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining)

Property is also known as

ONE Watamu Bay Resort
The ONE Watamu
The ONE Watamu Bay
The ONE Resort Watamu
The ONE Resort
The ONE Resort
The ONE Watamu
The ONE Resort Watamu

The ONE Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Henri

Jacaranda bay - remote location but worth it
I visited The One during off season and covid mitigation rules, and due to this circunstances, I was surprisingly the only customer in the whole large resort. I got very warm welcome and free upgrade to a seafront apartment. Nothing major to complain other than the TV in the apartment did not work, neither did the wifi for some occasions. The resort location is remote from watamu bay and basic services but the hotel have good restaurant and other facilities. I managed to get a cheap uber from Malindi Airport to the Obe but to return I needed to order an expensive (3000ksh) taxi due to the remote location and lack of cars. It is possible to do kite surfing in a nearby resort. Jacaranda bay is amazing due to its gorgeous white banks that emerge in low tides.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The site is excellent. But: - Staff very pleasant - advertised as few slot available but number of customers never exceeded a dozen or five percent of total. - Cost is very expensive compared to what is offered - Acces is difficult and google direction was for another hotel - for a full board choice of food was very limited and beverage was not included - No snack available.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Natural beauty. Spacious and many beautiful indigenous trees. Excellent ocean access.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Fridah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutley enjoyed my stay here. The service was top Notch and the facilities were clean and comfortable. Looking forward to a future stay again at the one.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

Mwikali, Nairobi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was good, food was horrible! We had to eat outside the hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place and very attentive staff. Will definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Van der weide
Food was very good ,no WiFi ,bad draft beer,door was bad to open,payed ksh 2500 for A new kea,manager runs S when you have complains,dont go there during the week
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Akingbolahan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
If you are planning a relaxation get-away, this is the place for you. Although getting to the location was a bit tedious because of the 5km or so stretch of bad road before the resort, the resort environment itself was quite nice. The rooms were quite spacious and comfortable. The food could have been a lot better. I also think the hotel could have organized a lot more activities or made shuttles available for guests who want to venture into town. The WiFi was initially strong, but it developed problems towards the end of my stay. That said, the view from the rooms or the resort grounds are to-die-for. Amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018