Mida Creek Eco Camp

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Scored 8.6
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.2

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About this property

Beachfront Location: Mida Creek Eco Camp in Watamu offers direct beachfront access with stunning sea views. Guests can relax in the lush garden or take a dip in the open-air bath. Comfortable Accommodations: The bed and breakfast features family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and terraces. Each room includes amenities such as air-conditioning, free WiFi, and a work desk. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves African and American cuisines with vegetarian and vegan options. Breakfast includes local specialities, warm dishes, and fresh fruits. Activities and Attractions: Guests can enjoy cycling, visit nearby attractions like Watamu National Marine Park (12 km) and Gedi Ruins (7 km), or participate in a tour. Malindi Airport is 19 km away.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Vegetarian, Buffet, Breakfast to go

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 double beds
2 extra-large double beds
Bedroom 1
2 double beds
Bedroom 2
2 double beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 double bed
Bedroom
2 sofa beds
and
1 large double bed
Living room
2 sofa beds
1 large double bed
1 futon bed
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Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • W
    United States United States
    “I liked that it was an eco camp. The staff were very friendly and went out of their way to make us comfortable. Breakfast was very good.”
  • Laura
    Germany Germany
    “The hosts were extremely nice and helpful. They helped us with every request and gave us very good advice on what to do in the region. They also helped us with booking trips and tours as well as transport. The camp supports the local people in the...”
  • Rachele
    Italy Italy
    “Quick stop at watamu with some friends. Amazing place, very quiet. Food was delicious too.”
  • Sian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautiful and super peaceful place to stay on tranquil Mida Creek. The staff were super helpful and the tour we booked to the UNESCO heritage site was excellent.”
  • Miryam
    Spain Spain
    “The staffs are wonderful. Nice breakfast included. Nice place in nature very quiet.”
  • Laura
    Kenya Kenya
    “I really liked being at that side of the creek and being able to enjoy the nature there. The camp has a few nice spots to chill out, and the environment is relaxed and friendly. The excursions that they offered were great ways of getting to know...”
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Frederic and his team were very helpful and friendly and come from the local village that the Ecocamp supports. The closeness to the creek is a real plus and being able to swim when the tide is high. Frederic organised a local trip to Arabuko...”
  • Malin
    Sweden Sweden
    “Very priceworthy community-run. Benson helped to arrange an excellent birdguide for me.”
  • Johnny
    Denmark Denmark
    “The locals are very nice. They like to talk and explain. Very relaxed place and easy to go around. Close to the creek. Good seafood.”
  • Tl
    Germany Germany
    “- the staff was very nice and helpful, organised us a snorkeling and mangrove trip - beautiful landscape - a place to relax”

Managed by Benson Baya Yaa

Company review score: 9.2Based on 67 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I'm Benson Yaa,a Kenyan born citizen of sound and mind, I've been managing the Camp over 10 years after having gone through special course on Hotel management tour operations and administration which was sponsored by charity based in Germany,here guest are asured satisfactory service ,not forgetting the entire history of how the project came to be. Our guests are having opportunity to enjoy our culture and traditions while here not forgetting the evening walk to the local Mnazi bar (coconut wine bar)every evening to enjoy our local brew, after dinner this depends on the guests if he's interested, please welcome and enjoy the peaceful and serenity,not forgetting the super Eco friendly environment and the friendly community

Property information

Mida Eco camp is a Non profit making organization,a community project,nestled along the coast,its within the watamu marine reserve,all of its entire profit goes to fund other small projects within the community of Mida targeting school children,both nursery and further secondary school.We do not accept guest to give sweets or money to the children of our community of Mida,this may led the children to start begging,if one wishes to give anything to the children,instead we advice our clients to donate anything be it writing materials or pens to the nearby school Mzizima school.

Neighbourhood information

Mida creek well known as landing sites for birds, it's also one of the five IBAs in Kenya, also seven out of nine species of mangroves are found here, therefore described as the most productive mangrove forest in the world, it's also a breeding ground for Hawks bill and green turtle, not forgetting the beautiful excursions such as canoe ride to the mangrove Chanels, board walk and bird hide, kirepwe island run away, Gedi ruins via canoe,just to mention but a few,book with us and rest assured satisfactory is a guarantee,

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Mida Creek Eco Camp restaurant
    • Cuisine
      African • American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan

House rules

Mida Creek Eco Camp takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 11:30 to 15:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$50 is required on arrival. That's about £37. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 1 year are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroDiscoverUnionPay debit cardUnionPay credit cardCash
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 20:00 and 06:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Mida Creek Eco Camp in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test result is mandatory to check-in to this property.

Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

A damage deposit of US$50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

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