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Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu

Watamu Beach

This lovely boutique hotel sits along the pristine white sands of Watamu Beach. It’s about 120 km from Mombasa and around 25 km to Malindi, which is where the closest airport it. This elegant hotel seamlessly blends modern comfort with the natural beauty of its surroundings. With a history dating back to the 1980s, the hotel is named after the famous American author Ernest Hemingway, who was an avid adventurer and big-game fisherman.
The hotel offers a range of accommodation options, from spacious, ocean-facing rooms to luxurious private residences. Each room is designed with a traditional Swahili theme and private balconies allow you to soak in the breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean and the lush tropical gardens.

There’s a swimming pool, a choice of restaurants, a bar, a spa, and big game fishing can be organised, as well as exploring the nearby Watamu Marine National Park, which is claimed to be one of the best snorkelling and diving spots in the world. The hotel manages to blend comfort, and adventure, making it an ideal destination for travellers seeking a relaxing retreat in one of Kenya's most beautiful coastal locations.

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Amenities

Activities, Bar, Beach, Diving, Resort, Restaurant, Spa, Swimming Pool

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Other Options

This charming hotel is in a peaceful setting a few minutes drive from the town centre, the original settlement dates back to the 19th century and you'll find hints of the past all around. It's ideal for families with spacious accommodation, self-catering facilities and grounds to explore. There's a swimming pool, restaurant and the hotels own pub, the Bell Inn which is always popular with guests. There is plenty to keep you busy in the local area, golf, nature hikes, wildlife sanctuaries or the beautiful beaches of Knysna or Sedgefield. The rooms all have ceiling fans, heaters, fireplace, television, Wi-Fi, safe as well as tea and coffee making facilities. All rooms have their own covered terrace of balcony and self-catering facilities.

Belvidere Manor

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The hotel sits in the beachfront with fantastic ocean views and has been welcoming guests for many years. Just a few minutes away from the centre of Umhlanga, where you'll find shops, restaurants and bars. It's around 15 minutes to the airport and just a short drive to Durban with its many attractions. You'll find a choice of restaurants, bar, lounge, swimming pool, spa and gym. There's free parking which is ideal for self-drives and you are only moments from the beach. All the rooms have fabulous views of the sea and the iconic red and white lighthouse that is something of a landmark in the area. You'll find air conditioning, television, safe as well as tea and coffee making facilities in every room.

Beverly Hills

Umhlanga

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Casterbridge, once a spreading Mango plantation in White River, has been transformed into one of the most original country estates in South Africa. There's a swimming pool, restaurant, lounge and bar. Don't miss Elephant Whispers which is an interactive experience where you get up close to these mighty animals. There are regular game drives into the Kruger National Park as well as a whole array of scenic and wildlife activities at your doorstep. The standard rooms are all air-conditioned and have television, mini fridge, safe, tea and coffee making facilities and there are some interconnecting rooms making this an ideal choice for families. Just 12 miles from Nelspruit, a mere 25 miles from Hazyview and Sabie, White River has become home to creatives with artists, designers, fine craftsmen, ceramicists, cooks and restaurateurs making their home here.

Casterbridge Hollow Boutique Hotel

Hazyview

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How our Tent Ratings work

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These are based on our personal experience of the hotel, camp or lodge and should not be compared against ratings you find elsewhere. We intend to guide you and don’t be put off by a low tent rating as some of our favourites fall into the 2 and 3-tent categories.​

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It is also important to bear in mind that standards vary from country to country and a 4-tent hotel in South Africa cannot be compared with a 4-tent hotel in another part of the world. 

To summarise our grading system, we have considered the following.

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High in both quality and luxury of experience, and property must have ‘wowed’ us on many levels.

This is our benchmark for excellent service and experience, location and /or activities. 

Good relative value, excellent location and/or experience, and offering an ideal base for exploring the area.

Budget-focused stopover property, sometimes it’s the ideal location on a driving itinerary.

Don’t be put off, these stays are comfortable and a perfect pit stop on a journey where the choices may be limited. 

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Your Adventure, Your Way

All good things start with a conversation and planning your holiday shouldn't be like flicking through a catalogue. Email us, book a free consultation, or give us a call, to get your next bespoke adventure underway.

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+44 (0)7516 766404

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enquiries@briggatetravel.com

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