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This beachfront resort is located in Watamu, on the South East coast of Kenya. Gecko Resort features an outdoor swimming pool, a private beach and buffet restaurant. The rooms feature rustic furnishings with elegant and contemporary style. They are fitted with a mosquito net, safe and air conditioning. Each offers a balcony with views of the garden. The bathrooms contain a shower and include a hairdryer and free toiletries. At Gecko Resort the restaurant serves a variety of dishes and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Facilities on site include a hot tub and solarium. The staff at the tour desk can assist in arranging excursions or arrange a massage upon request. The Watamu Marine National Park is within 24 km and Moi International Airport is 128 km from the resort.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Italian, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Fishing

Games room

Solarium


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
3 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
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Guest reviews
Review score
Guest review summary
This is an automated summary based on 67 reviews from the past 12 months.
Guests loved Gecko Resort's beach access and praised its prime <b>location</b>. The <b>swimming pool</b> was a hit, while staff received mixed reviews for friendliness. <b>Breakfast</b> and restaurant offerings were also mixed, with some guests enjoying the variety and others finding it basic.
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Staff
8.5
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
6.0
Low score for Watamu

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Vanessa
    Germany Germany
    It’s a beautiful property everything was good food was amazing beach is nice only thing we felt like the staff focused more on the Italian guest we noticed everyone gets a starter if your order food at the restaurant and first day we never got one...
  • Mathieu
    France France
    Location is great, the pool at the back, comfortable and big rooms.. The food was good and options for whole family.
  • E_angulo
    Spain Spain
    Just in front of the most beautiful part of the beach when in low tide.
  • S
    Sello
    South Africa South Africa
    Breakfast had great variety, and the Staff were kind and helpful.
  • Akshar
    Kenya Kenya
    The location was good compared to most hotels in watamu it had a good view of the beach, good crowd at the hotel. There were many activities offered by the the hotel like kite surfing, snorkeling and boat rides.
  • Flavio
    Italy Italy
    Hotel positioned on the best beach of the area - this is the real added value to get the final score Resort full of green; second beach area very suggestive
  • Osama
    Kenya Kenya
    My stay at Gecko Hotel was truly enjoyable. The resort staff were incredibly hospitable, making me feel welcomed from the moment I arrived. The service throughout my stay was excellent - friendly and prompt, ensuring all my needs were met without...
  • Robzimbo
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic location on the most beautiful part of Watamu beach. Excellent facilities, two pools, beach bar, restaurant, sun loungers, in lush green gardens with monkeys in the palm trees. We loved it.
  • Katrina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We always love staying at Gecko resort; friendly, helpful staff, lovely spacious rooms, amazing access to the beach and overall great location! It was most appreciated that they helped to book airport transfers.
  • Monika
    Germany Germany
    The pool area was clean and quiet. Nice breeze and quiet placees Very helpful team at the front desk Perhaps you could offer a "drink of the day" as a special offer at the bar with local fruits & juices with or without alcohol....like happy...

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Ristorante #1

    No additional info available

Resort facilities of Gecko Resort
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Garden view

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Activities

  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Game drives
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Entertainment staff
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Darts
  • Karaoke
  • Table tennis
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Telephone

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Air conditioning
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Wellness

  • Fitness classes
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Solarium

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Italian
  • Swahili

House rules
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Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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