Hemingways is situated approximately 90 miles north of Mombasa and 18 miles south of Malindi on the Turtle Bay beach at Watamu. Hemingways lies within the Watamu Marine National Park and is only 3 hours from Tsavo East, Kenya's largest National Park.
Hemingways is a 78-bed resort-hotel on the stunning sands of Watamu Bay. The ambience of the hotel is of relaxed sophistication, with the friendliness of a privately-owned hotel coupled to the facilities and standards of an international resort. Our international cuisine is highly regarded, with attentive service to match, and our staff are renowned for their courtesy and friendliness. Our beach was voted by the Sunday Times as being one of the top 10 beaches in the world, there being just 4 hotels on as many miles of coast, fringed by the finest of tropical barrier reefs.
Three miles up the coast from Hemingways is Mida, a tidal lagoon of mangrove creeks teeming with exotic bird-life, and the venue for our sundowner cruises on an Arabic dhow, whilst out to sea there is dolphin-watching, snorkelling and diving. For game-lovers we offer a variety of personal safaris with our own experienced guides. For the more energetic we have a wide range of excursions and facilities, from shopping trips to our in-house gym. Add the best big-game fishing fleet in Africa with some of the most productive fishing grounds in the world, and you have a truly unique and exceptional destination for your tropical vacation. Whatever you are looking for in your fantasy holiday, we look forward to making that dream come true, and would be delighted to welcome you to our own little bit of paradise.
Accommodation
All Hemingways rooms and suites are extremely comfortable, have ocean views, are within yards of the beach and benefit from 24 hour room service. All have bathrooms with showers en-suite. There is air-conditioning and fans throughout, & rooms also have mosquito nets, personal safes and room fridges.
Standard Rooms
In the original wing of the hotel, these friendly rooms are as close to the beach as is possible without being built on the sand, they are shaded by palm trees and offer a choice of twin or double beds.
Superior Rooms
Again, there are double and twin beds to choose from in the more spacious rooms of the new Hemingways wing. These rooms are all on the first and second floors and the exercise taken on the staircases is rewarded by enhanced panoramas of the beach and sea from the balconies.
Deluxe Rooms
These very spacious rooms are on the ground floor of the new wing, offering the easiest of access to the hotel gardens and beach, they have a bath as well as a shower, three single beds and a terrace with table and chairs.
Junior Suites
Junior Suites are available on all three floors. They have super king-sized beds, large baths, as well as showers and a lounge area.
Food
Africa, Eastern and Arabian influences Western standards
We offer a wide range of international styles, ranging from sophisticated recipes with delicate sauces, to simple cooking of the finest ingredients. We have our own farms at Lake Naivasha, with fresh vegetables and flowers flown in on a daily basis, whilst our own fishing boats land fish every afternoon. Over the centuries the influences of the trading routes have brought a medley of cooking styles to Africa. Couple these with the best seafood, mangrove crabs, lobster, and fish of all types, and our chefs really have the opportunity to excel.
Our 'table d'hote' menus are a mixture of international and local favourites, with daily vegetarian options. We are always happy to offer second portions and to cater for the large appetite or for specific dietary needs. We have buffets on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday lunch including Mongolian, Italian and Indian specialities. Live cooking is a major feature including not only main dishes but also our pasta and salad stations.
In our Mongolian buffet we offer a wide selection of fresh meats, fish, seafood, vegetables, herbs, seasonings, spices and sauces which you assemble in a bowl. Our chefs then stir-fry your chosen ingredients on the large cast iron 'Kadai' (similar to a flat wok) - the freshest and the best food that Kenya has to offer, cooked in front of you, just the way you like it. Delicious!
During the calmer months (December to March) dinner is served on the terrace, with the sounds of the sea, the light of the moon and the stars, and the rustle of the trade winds in the palms for company.
And should you come fishing with us, our chefs will prepare your prize exactly as you would like it. You might fancy Japanese style sashimi, finely sliced with soya sauce and wasabi, or maybe blackened Cajun style fillets, or just simply steamed! Which ever way, you will never eat fish fresher than this.
Half board is included in your package and we also offer an a la carte menu, with seafood specialities.
Hemingways Sports
"From Golf to Snorkelling, there's plenty to keep you occupied"
Big-game fishing, Scuba Diving, Gymnasium, Tennis, Golf...
We offer a wide variety of sporting activities:
Big-game fishing
Hemingways is one of the world's premier big-game fishing destinations. We cater for all levels of experience, from novices to experts.
Scuba Diving
The Indian Ocean at Watamu offers fabulous diving opportunities, along with a highly reputable and experienced dive-school called 'Aquaventures' right on the doorstep of Hemingways. In conjunction with AQUA VENTURES, we offer a full range of PADI and BSAC courses. Also available are special diving safaris to new and exciting sites along the Kenyan coast. These can include the 'magical' Vuma caves near Kilifi, where the 'giant' Rock Cod lies in wait! To maintain a sense of privacy and adventure, these excursions are available to smaller groups only. For the more adventurous there is the added attraction of night and wreck diving!
Gymnasium
We have our own fully equipped gym on site.
Horse Riding
Horse riding can be arranged in Malindi, whilst camel rides can be taken on the Hemingways beach!
Golf
It is possible to play golf at the Malindi Golf and Country Club. Green fees are payable at the going rate.
Cycling
Bicycles are available for hire on a hourly basis, allowing you to sight-see Watamu Village, the Snake Farm, Mida Creek and many other places. |
