Beachfront Lodges in Watamu: Merry Crab Beach Hotel is a nature retreat located on the beachfront in a secluded bay where the creek merges with the sea.Merry Crab is located halfway between Kilifi & Malindi,take Uyombo turn-off, 500 meters South of Matsanginithen follow "Merry Crab" signs for 5km.Offering a salt-water pool fringed with sunbeds, shaded by palm-frond umbrellas, Merry Crab Beach Hotel is a 5-minute crossing in the Merry Crab ferry to the Watamu side of the creek.All the rooms are 20 meters from the beach. Each room features ethnic décor from
Beachfront Lodges in Watamu:
Merry Crab Beach Hotel is a nature retreat located on the beachfront in a secluded bay where the creek merges with the sea.Merry Crab is located halfway between Kilifi & Malindi,take Uyombo turn-off, 500 meters South of Matsanginithen follow "Merry Crab" signs for 5km.
Offering a salt-water pool fringed with sunbeds, shaded by palm-frond umbrellas, Merry Crab Beach Hotel is a 5-minute crossing in the Merry Crab ferry to the Watamu side of the creek.
All the rooms are 20 meters from the beach. Each room features ethnic décor from where guests can enjoy sea and creek views. The beds are draped with mosquito nets and each room is fitted with a couch, fan, hair-dryer, tea and coffee making facility and a mini-bar.
The water's edge cafe offers home-cooked vegetarian cuisine, raw fruit 'soups' and salads. Ocean-fresh seafood is grilled on an open fire in the evenings. Guests can unwind in the coffee lounge and bar and enjoy a chilled drink.
Activities include chess, darts, snorkeling, fishing off the private beach area and a stroll along Long Beach. Other activities include reef excursions in the Marine Park, snorkeling, dolphin-spotting and, in the creek, bird-watching and sundowner cruises aboard the resorts private motorboat, MV Merry Crab.
Malindi Airport is 33 km (a 40-minute drive) from the property and Moi International Airport is 109 km (2hrs) from the property.
Local Ocean Trust Marine Conservation CentreArabuko Sokoke National ParkWatamu National Marine ParkBio-Ken Snake FarmGedi RuinsMida Creek
Wining and dining at Merry Crab Beach Safari Lodge is always a special experience. Seeking out new flavours and creative cuisine is one of the best things about any holiday. With our exceptional team boasting celebrated chefs and irresistible menus, you won’t have to go far to find them.
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