Name: Mida Creek Eco Camp
Address: Mida Creek off Mombasa Malindi Road, 80208 Watamu, Kenya, Mida Creek off Mombasa Malindi Road, Kilifi, 80208, Kenya
Rating: 8.8

Mida Creek Eco Camp

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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 a work desk, sofa bed, and free WiFi, ensuring a comfortable stay. 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. Additional amenities include a bar and outdoor seating area. Activities and Attractions: Guests can enjoy cycling, visit nearby attractions such as Watamu National Marine Park (12 km) and Gedi Ruins (7 km), or explore the surrounding area. Malindi Airport is 19 km away.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type	Number of guests
Economy Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom 2 double beds
Family Room with Private Bathroom 2 extra-large double beds
Two-Bedroom Bungalow Bedroom 1 2 double beds Bedroom 2 2 double beds Living room 1 sofa bed
Standard Bungalow with Fan 1 double bed
Deluxe Bungalow with Sea View Bedroom 2 sofa beds and 1 large double bed Living room 2 sofa beds
Bungalow with Garden View 1 large double bed
Tent 1 futon bed

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Guests who stayed here loved

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Kenya

“Devoid of mayhem! Great interaction with nature! The food was luscious! Fred was an excellent companion!”

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

“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

“Quick stop at watamu with some friends. Amazing place, very quiet. Food was delicious too.”

Sian

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

“The staffs are wonderful. Nice breakfast included. Nice place in nature very quiet.”

Laura

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

“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

“Very priceworthy community-run. Benson helped to arrange an excellent birdguide for me.”

Johnny

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.”

Managed by Benson Baya Yaa

Company review score: 9.4Based on 64 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. 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

Cash

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.